Assembly - RIDGID R845 Operator's Manual

FEATURES
KNOW YOUR CIRCULAR SAW
See Figure 1.
Before attempting to use this product, familiarize yourself
with all operating features and safety rules.
SWITCH TRIGGER
The switch trigger is located on the handle of the circular
saw.
LOCK-OFF BUTTON
The saw is equipped with a lock-off button which reduces
the possibility of accidental starting. The lock-off button is
located on the handle above the switch trigger. You must
depress the lock-off button in order to pull the switch trigger.
The lock resets each time the trigger is released.
NOTE: You can depress the lock-off button from either the
left or right side.
DEPTH ADJUSTMENT KNOB
Sets the depth of the blade for the most efficient cutting
action.

ASSEMBLY

UNPACKING
This product requires assembly.
n Carefully remove the tool and any accessories from the
box.
n Make sure that all items listed in the packing list are
included.
n Inspect the tool carefully to make sure no breakage or
damage occurred during shipping.
n Do not discard the packing material until you have care-
fully inspected and satisfactorily operated the tool.
n If any parts are damaged or missing, please call
1-866-539-1710 for assistance.
PACKING LIST
6-1/2 in. Circular Saw
Charger
Battery Pack
Saw Blade
Hex Key
Edge Guide
Tool Bag
Operator's Manual
SPINDLE LOCK
The spindle lock allows you to secure the blade when turn-
ing the blade screw.
NOTE: Do not run circular saw with the spindle lock en-
gaged.
EDGE GUIDE
The edge guide helps the operator make long or wide rip
cuts.
BLADE WRENCH STORAGE
Convenient wrench storage for quick blade changes.
BEVEL ADJUSTMENT KNOB
The bevel adjustment feature allows you to make bevel cuts
of 45° and 90º.
CHARGER
The charger has a "key hole" hanging feature for convenient,
space saving storage. Screws should be installed so that
the center distance is 4-1/8 in.
WARNING:
If any parts are missing do not operate this tool
until the missing parts are replaced. Failure to
do so could result in possible serious personal
injury.
WARNING:
Do not attempt to modify this tool or create
accessories not recommended for use with this
tool. Any such alteration or modification is misuse
and could result in a hazardous condition leading
to possible serious personal injury.
WARNING:
To prevent accidental starting that could cause
serious personal injury, always remove the battery
pack from the tool when assembling parts.
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