For the kerf guide to work, it must be engaged in the
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workpiece (the kerf guide is ineffective in preventing
kickback during short cuts)
Do not operate the saw if kerf guide is bent (even a
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light interference can slow the closing rate of a guard)
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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- open lower guard A by using lever B
- change saw blade with saw teeth and arrow printed
on saw blade pointing in same direction as arrow on
lower guard A
! make sure that clamping surfaces C of flanges are
perfectly clean and face the blade
- tighten blade bolt D 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 (0-40 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 E
- raise/lower foot F until desired cutting depth is set on
scale using indicator G
- tighten knob E
Adjusting cutting angle (0-45°) 5
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- loosen knob H
- tilt tool until desired cutting angle is set on scale using
indicator J
- tighten knob H
! when bevel cutting, cutting depth does not
correspond with value on cutting depth scale
90° Cutting angle check 5
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- adjust and tighten foot F to maximum cutting depth 4
- adjust and tighten cutting angle to 0°
- check for 90° angle between the blade and bottom of
foot with a square
- if adjustment is needed, tilt and tighten foot to 45° and
bend tab K with an adjustable wrench
Kerf guide L 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 F to maximum cutting depth 4
- loosen bolt M
- adjust kerfguide L
- tighten bolt M
Adjustable saw line visor N 7a
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- for guiding tool along desired line of cut marked on the
workpiece
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