Skil 5385 Operating Instructions Manual page 13

the cut, chances are the blade is dull or coated
with wood pitch.
When cleaning gum and wood pitch from
blade, unplug the saw and remove the blade.
Remember, blades are designed to cut, so
handle carefully. Wipe the blade with kerosene
or similar solvent to remove the gum and pitch.
Unless you are experienced in sharpening
blades, we recommend you do not try.
lf an extension cord is
necessary, a cord with
adequate size conductors that is capable
of carrying the current necessary for your
tool must be used. This will prevent
excessive voltage drop, loss of power or
overheating. Grounded tools must use 3-wire
extension cords that have 3-prong plugs and
receptacles.
NOTE: The smaller the gauge number, the
heavier the cord.
RECOMMENDED SmZES OF EXTENSmON CORDS
120 VOLT ALTERNATNNG CURRENT TOOLS
Tool's Cord Size in A.W.G. Wire Sizes in mm 2
Ampere
Rating
3-6
6-8
8-10
10-12
12-16
Cord Length in Feet
25 50 100 150
18 16 16 14
18 16 14 12
18 16 14 12
16 16 14 12
14 12
Cord Length in Meters
15 30 60 120
0.75 .075 1.5 2.5
0.75 1.0 2.5 4.0
0.75 1.0 2.5 4.0
1.0 2.5 4.0 --
* Blade
* Wrench
** Rip Fence
** Carrying case
(*= standard equipment)
(**= optional accessories)
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