OPERATION
METAL CUTTING
Many kinds of metals can be cut with your saw.
Be careful not to twist or bend the blades. Do not force.
If the blade chatters or vibrates excessively, use a
finertooth blade or higher speed. If blade heats
excessively, use lower speed. If blade teeth become filled
or clogged when cutting soft metals, such as aluminum,
use a coarser-tooth blade or lower speed. We recommend
the use of oil when cutting metals to keep blades cool,
increase cutting action, and prolong blade life. Clamp the
work firmly and cut close to the clamping point to
eliminate any vibration of the workpiece being cut.
When cutting conduit, pipe or angle iron, clamp work in a
vise if possible and saw close to the vise. To cut thin
sheet materials, "sandwich" the material between
hardboard or plywood and clamp the layers to eliminate
vibration and material tearing. By doing this, the material
will be cut smoothly. Lay out your pattern or line of cut on
top of the "sandwich".
IMPORTANT
When cutting metal, keep exposed portion of
saw bar clean and free of metal chips by wiping
frequently with an oily cloth. Use extreme caution
in disposing of oily cloth after completion of job to
prevent potential fire hazard.
DUSTLESS FEATURE (Fig. 9)
For dustless operation, a dust port has been provided
with your saw. It attaches to the saw base.
This allows the air to flow out around the blade blowing
sawdust and chips away from the operators view of the
line of cut.
TO INSTALL:
■
Unplug your saw.
WARNING
Failure to unplug your saw could result in
accidental starting causing possible serious injury.
■
Attach the dust port to the back of the base. You can
hear a click sound when it is locked securely.
■
Connect exhaust opening to dust collection system.
TO REMOVE:
■
Unplug your saw.
WARNING
Failure to unplug your saw could result in
accidental starting causing possible serious injury.
■
Directly pull the dust port out.
OPTIONAL EDGE GUIDE (Fig. 10)
An edge guide is available for use with your saw.
It can be used for making crosscuts and rip cuts.
TO INSTALL:
■
Unplug your saw.
WARNING
Failure to unplug your saw could result in
accidental starting causing possible serious injury.
■
Insert arm of the edge guide through the two slots in
the base of your saw.
■
Adjust edge guide (14) to the desired width and lock
in place with the edge guide screw (15).
WARNING
When servicing, use only identical replacement
parts. Use of any other part may create a hazard
or cause product damage.
MAINTENANCE
GENERAL
All other parts represent an important part of the class II
insulation system and should be serviced only by a
qualified service technician.
Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts.
Most plastics are susceptible to damage from various
types of commercial solvents. Use clean cloths to remove
dirt, carbon dust, etc.
WARNING
Do not at any time let brake fluids, gasoline,
petroleum-based products, penetrating oils, etc.
come in contact with plastic parts. They contain
chemicals that can damage, weaken or
destroy plastic.
It has been found that electric tools are subject to
accelerated wear and possible premature failure when
they are used on fiberglass boats, sports cars, wallboard
or plaster.
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