Maintenance - Chicago Electric 68988 Owner's Manual & Safety Instructions

Maintenance and Servicing
procedures not specifically explained in this manual must
be performed only by a qualified technician.
tO pREVEnt SERIOuS InjuRy FROM accIDEntal OpERatIOn:
Make sure that the trigger is in the off-position and unplug the tool from its electrical
outlet before performing any inspection, maintenance, or cleaning procedures.
tO pREVEnt SERIOuS InjuRy FROM tOOl FaIluRE:
Do not use damaged equipment. If abnormal noise or vibration
occurs, have the problem corrected before further use.
cleaning, Maintenance, and lubrication
1. BEFORE Each uSE, inspect the general
condition of the tool. Check for:
• loose hardware,
• misalignment or binding of moving parts,
• cracked or broken parts,
• damaged electrical wiring, and
• any other condition that may
affect its safe operation.
2. BEFORE Each uSE, check oil level:
a. Set Saw for maximum depth.
b. Place Saw on flat, level surface.
c. Remove Oil Plug and check oil level.
Level should not be below bottom threads.
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d. Add 5 to 10 weight Worm Drive Lubricant
until it runs out of the Oil Plug hole.
e. Replace Oil Plug.
3. aFtER uSE, wipe external surfaces
of the tool with clean cloth and a mild
detergent. Do not use solvents. Do
not immerse Saw in liquid..
4. aFtER FIRSt 10 hOuRS OF uSE,
change the oil.
5. WaRnInG! If the supply cord
of this power tool is damaged,
it must be replaced only by a
qualified service technician.
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