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18 V CORDLESS CIRCULAR SAW
(Battery & Charger Not Included)
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
Battery:
Speed:
Blade:
Maximum cutting depth:
Bevel gauge:
Weight:
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Imported by Mastercraft Canada Toronto, Canada M4S 2B8
18 V
Ni-Cd (54-3102-2; sold separately)
Li-ion (54-3100-6; sold separately)
3800 RPM (no load)
6 1/2" (16.5 cm) , 5/8" (15.8 mm)
arbour, 16 carbide teeth
2 1/8" (54 mm) at 90°
1 5/8" (41.3 mm) at 45°
0°–50°
7 lb 8 oz (3.4 kg) without battery
1-800-689-9928
54-8306-8
Owner's Manual
Battery not
included
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Page 1: Product Specifications
2 1/8" (54 mm) at 90° 1 5/8" (41.3 mm) at 45° Bevel gauge: 0°–50° Weight: 7 lb 8 oz (3.4 kg) without battery NEED ASSISTANCE? Call us on our toll-free Customer Support Line: 1-800-689-9928 Imported by Mastercraft Canada Toronto, Canada M4S 2B8... -
Page 2: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS Product specifications ………….……………………………………………………. Table of contents ……………………………………………………………………... General safety warnings …………………………………………………………….. 3–4 Eye, ear & lung protection …………………………………………………………… 3–4 Electrical safety ………………………………………………………………………. Power tool safety ……………………………………………………………………... 5–7 General safety rules ………………………………………………………………….. Work area ………………………………………………………………….………….. Electrical safety ………………………………………………………………………. Personal safety ……………………………………………………………………….. -
Page 3: General Safety Warnings
GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS CAUTION: Before using this tool or any of its accessories, read this manual and follow all Safety Rules and Operating Instructions. This instruction manual includes the following: General Safety Rules Specific Safety Rules and Symbols ... -
Page 4: Electrical Safety
GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS WARNING: Use hearing protection, particularly during extended periods of operation of the tool, or if the operation is noisy. WEAR A DUST MASK THAT IS DESIGNED TO BE USED WHEN OPERATING A POWER TOOL IN A DUSTY ENVIRONMENT. WARNING: Dust that is created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction activities may contain chemicals that are... -
Page 5: Power Tool Safety
POWER TOOL SAFETY GENERAL SAFETY RULES Avoid contact between the operator's body and grounded surfaces such as pipes, WARNING: Read and understand radiators, ranges, and refrigerators. There all instructions. Failure to follow all is an increased risk of electric shock if the instructions listed below may result in operator's body is grounded. -
Page 6: Use And Care Of Power Tools
POWER TOOL SAFETY PERSONAL SAFETY – cont’d Do not use a power tool if it cannot be turned ON or OFF using the power switch. Avoid accidental start-ups. Verify that the A tool that cannot be controlled using the switch is in the OFF position before switch is dangerous, and must be repaired. -
Page 7: Specific Safety Rules
POWER TOOL SAFETY SERVICE – cont’d DANGER: The laser light beam that is projected from the front of the laser level can be dangerous to eyesight. Never allow When servicing a tool, use only identical anyone to stare directly into the light. replacement parts. -
Page 8: Battery & Charger Safety
SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES DANGER: WARNING: Always remove the Only use the battery battery when changing the blade. packs listed above to power this tool. Using any other battery pack could When replacing the blade, make sure the cause serious injury or damage the replacement blade is 6 1/2"... -
Page 9: Symbols
SYMBOLS WARNING: Some of the following symbols may appear on the cordless circular saw. Study these symbols and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow for more efficient and safer operation of this tool. Volts Direct current Amperes No load speed Hertz... -
Page 10: Know Your Cordless Circular Saw
KNOW YOUR CORDLESS CIRCULAR SAW NOTE: Battery & Charger are NOT included and must be purchased separately. Cordless circular saw is compatible with all 18 V PowerXchange batteries. Main Trigger Laser handle switch ON/OFF switch Lock-off button Dust port Front handle Battery pack sold separately... -
Page 11: Accessories And Contents
ACCESSORIES AND CONTENTS AVAILABLE ACCESSORIES Battery packs and chargers must be purchased separately. WARNING: Use only saw blades ● that are recommended for this cordless This circular saw has been designed circular saw. Follow the instructions to be powered one of the following that accompany the saw blades. -
Page 12: Contents
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Page 13: Assembly And Operation
ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING INSTALLING A BATTERY IN THE CORDLESS CIRCULAR SAW Remove the discharged battery (1) from the tool by pressing the battery release button (2) on the side of the tool (Fig. 1). Pull the battery out of the tool (3). Slide the fully charged battery into the matching cavity in the tool where the discharged battery has been removed. -
Page 14: Installing The Blade
ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING INSTALLING THE BLADE – cont’d While pressing the shaft-locking button, rotate the blade wrench clockwise until the blade-locking button engages the blade shaft. Continue turning the blade wrench clockwise to remove the blade screw and the large washer (4). NOTE: The blade screw has a left-handed thread and must be turned clockwise to be removed. -
Page 15: Setting The Cutting Depth
ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING SETTING THE CUTTING DEPTH The cutting depth of the blade should be set to suit the thickness of the material being cut. The cutting depth should be approximately 1/8" (3 mm) greater than the thickness of the material being cut. Pull the depth adjustment lever (1) out of its storage slot (2) (Fig. -
Page 16: Installing The Rip Guide
ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING Setting the 0° stop Before making angle cuts, the 0° stop must be adjusted. Set sole plate angle at 0° and lock. Make a test cut. Check the cutting angle with a carpenter’s square. If the cut is not square, readjust the sole plate angle until it is square. -
Page 17: Laser Switch
ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING LASER SWITCH This saw is equipped with a laser guidance system for more precise cutting. To turn the laser ON, press the laser switch (1) once (Fig. 10). To turn the laser OFF, press the laser switch again. DANGER: Never allow the laser beam to shine into a person’s eyes. -
Page 18: Lock-Off Button
ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING WARNING For safety reasons, the operator must read the sections of this Owner’s Manual entitled “GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS”, “POWER TOOL SAFETY”, “SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES”, “BATTERY AND CHARGER SAFETY” and “SYMBOLS” before using this cordless circular saw. Verify the following every time the cordless circular saw is used: The blade is tight and sharp. -
Page 19: Trigger Switch
ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING TRIGGER SWITCH – cont’d While holding the lock-off button in the pressed position, squeeze the trigger switch to start the saw. Once the saw starts, release the lock- off button. The saw will remain running until the trigger switch is released. -
Page 20: General Cutting
ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING GENERAL CUTTING Make any adjustments to the saw before installing the battery. Adjustments include cutting depth, cutting angle and rip guide (if installed). Clearly mark the workpiece to locate the position of the cut. Hold a smaller workpiece with a vise. Clamp a larger workpiece to a workbench or table. -
Page 21: Rip Guide Cutting
ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING GENERAL CUTTING – cont’d NOTE: To align the saw blade with the cutting mark, use the guide marks on the front of the sole plate (Fig. 13) and the laser line. Use the 0° cutting mark (1) and the laser line (2) for right angle cuts. -
Page 22: Maintenance
MAINTENANCE GENERAL It has been found that electric tools are subjected to accelerated wear and WARNING: When servicing this possible premature failure when they are tool, use only identical replacement used on fibreglass boats and sports cars, parts. The use of any other part may wallboard, spackling compounds or create a hazard or cause product plaster. -
Page 23: Exploded View
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Page 24: Parts List
PARTS LIST ® WARNING: When servicing, use only Mastercraft replacement parts. The use of any other parts may create a safety hazard or cause damage to the circular saw. Any attempt to repair or replace electrical parts on this circular saw may create a safety hazard unless repairs are performed by a qualified technician. - Page 25 PARTS LIST Key # Part # Part Name Quantity 6601050003 Washer 6511500812 Screw 4406220101 Depth adjustment knob lever 4406210101 Screw cap 2700050501 Switch 5500080101 Lock-off button spring 4406170101 Lock-off button 4406160101 Decorative plate 6597391003 Torx screw 6597391903 Torx screw 4301030101 Right housing 6597391203 Torx screw...
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Page 26: Warranty
3-Year Limited Warranty This Mastercraft product is guaranteed for a period of 3 years from the date of original retail purchase against defects in workmanship and materials, except for the following components: Component A: Batteries, chargers and carrying cases, which are guaranteed for a period of 2 years from the date of original retail purchase against defects in workmanship and materials;... -
Page 27: Warranty
Mastercraft is a superior line of products selected for their workmanship and materials. These products are designed to meet rigorous quality and performance standards, and are approved by our Quality Assurance laboratory.