g) Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc., in
accordance with these instructions and in the
manner intended for the particular type of power
tool, taking into account the working conditions and
the work to be performed. Use of the power tool for
operations different from those intended could result in a
hazardous situation.
5) SERVICE
a) Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair
person using only identical replacement parts. This
will ensure that the safety of the power tool is
maintained.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR CIRCULAR SAWS
Avoid damage that can be caused by screws, nails and
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other elements in your workpiece; remove them before
you start cutting
When you put away the tool, switch off the motor and
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ensure that all moving parts have come to a complete
standstill
Use completely unrolled and safe extension cords with a
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capacity of 16 Amps (U.K. 13 Amps)
In case of jamming or electrical or mechanical
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malfunction, immediately switch off the tool and
disconnect the plug
SKIL can assure flawless functioning of the tool only
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when original accessories are used
Use only accessories with an allowable speed matching
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at least the highest no-load speed of the tool
Never use the tool without the original protection guard
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system
This tool should not be used by people under the age of
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16 years
The noise level when working can exceed 85 dB(A);
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wear ear protection
If the cord is damaged or cut through while working, do
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not touch the cord, but immediately disconnect the plug
Never use tool when cord is damaged; have it replaced
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by a qualified person
Always check that the supply voltage is the same as the
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voltage indicated on the nameplate of the tool (tools with
a rating of 230V or 240V can also be connected to a
220V supply)
This tool is not suitable for wet cutting
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The kerf guide has to be adjusted in case different
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diameters of sawblade are used
Do not use a circular saw blade of which the body
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thickness is bigger, or the teeth setting is smaller than
the thickness of the kerf guide
Do not remove the kerf guide
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After switching off your circular saw, never stop the
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rotation of the saw blade by a lateral force applied
against it
Never use circular saw blades made of high speed steel
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(HSS)
Never use grinding/cutting discs with this tool
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Keep hands away from cutting area and the blade
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Do not use a dull or damaged blade
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Do not operate the saw if lower guard does not move
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freely and close instantly
Never clamp or tie the lower guard into the open position
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Do not work materials containing asbestos (asbestos
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is considered carcinogenic)
Take protective measures when during work dust
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can develop that is harmful to one's health,
combustible or explosive (some dusts are considered
carcinogenic); wear a dust mask and work with dust/chip
extraction when connectable
Do not attempt to cut extremely small workpieces
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Remove all obstacles on top of as well as underneath
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the cutting path before you start cutting
Do not work overhead with the tool
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Only use a saw table provided with a switch that
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prevents restarting of the motor after interruption of
voltage
Always disconnect plug from power source before
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making any adjustment or changing any accessory
WHEN CONNECTING NEW 3-PIN PLUG (U.K. ONLY):
Do not connect the blue (= neutral) or brown (= live) wire
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in the cord of this tool to the earth terminal of the plug
If for any reason the old plug is cut off the cord of this
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tool, it must be disposed of safely and not left unattended
USE
Changing saw blade 3
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- take hex key A from storage B
- open lower guard C by using lever D
- change saw blade with saw teeth and arrow printed
on saw blade pointing in same direction as arrow E
! make sure that clamping surfaces F of flanges are
perfectly clean and face the blade
- tighten blade bolt G with hex key 1/8 turn past finger
tight (ensures slippage of saw blade when it
encounters excessive resistance thus reducing motor
overload and saw kickback)
Adjusting cutting depth (0-51 mm) 4
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- for an optimal quality cut the saw blade should not
extend more than 3 mm below the workpiece
- loosen knob H
- raise/lower foot F until desired cutting depth is set
- tighten knob H
Adjusting cutting angle (0-45°) 5
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- loosen knob K
- tilt tool until desired cutting angle is set on scale using
indicator L
- tighten knob K
! when bevel cutting, cutting depth does not
correspond with value on cutting depth scale
Kerf guide M 6
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- protects saw blade from getting jammed in the
workpiece
- needs readjustment when min./max. space is affected
or upon changing of saw blade
Readjusting kerf guide 6
- adjust and tighten foot J to maximum cutting depth 4
- loosen bolt N
- adjust kerfguide M
- tighten bolt N
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