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- Page 1 7 1/4" (18.5 cm) Circular Saw with Electric Brake Model No. 054-8382-4 IMPORTANT: INSTRUCTION Please read this manual carefully before MANUAL using this product, and save it for reference.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS Technical Specifications Safety Guidelines Key Parts Diagram Important Information Assembly Instructions Operating Instructions Maintenance Troubleshooting Parts List Warranty NOTE: If any parts are missing or damaged, or if you have any questions, please call our toll-free helpline at 1-888-670-6682. -
Page 4: Technical Specifications
054-8382-4 | contact us 1-888-670-6682 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Rated power input Rated Voltage 120V~, 60Hz No Load Speed 5500 RPM Blade Diameter 7 1/4" (18.5 cm) Blade Arbor 5/8" (16 mm) Cutting Depth at 90° 2 3/8" (6 cm) Cutting Depth at 45°... -
Page 5: Safety Guidelines
RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION KNOW YOUR TOOL To operate this tool, carefully read this Instruction Manual and all labels affixed to the Circular Saw before using. Keep this manual available for future reference. IMPORTANT This tool should only be serviced by a qualified service technician. For more information, call the toll free helpline at 1-888-670-6682. - Page 6 054-8382-4 | contact us 1-888-670-6682 • When operating a power tool outdoors, use an extension cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock. • If operating a power tool in a damp location is unavoidable, use a ground-fault circuit interruptor (GFCI) protected supply.
- Page 7 • Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts and any other condition that may affect the power tool’s operation. If damaged, have the power tool repaired before use. Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained power tools. •...
- Page 8 054-8382-4 | contact us 1-888-670-6682 FURTHER SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR ALL SAWS KICKBACK CAUSES AND RELATED WARNINGS • Kickback is a sudden reaction to a pinched, bound or misaligned saw blade, causing an uncontrolled saw to lift up and out of the workpiece toward the operator.
- Page 9 • Check the operation of the lower guard spring. If the guard and the spring are not operating properly, they must be serviced before use. A lower guard may operate sluggishly due to damaged parts, gummy deposits, or a build-up of debris.
- Page 10 054-8382-4 | contact us 1-888-670-6682 • Know your power tool. Read the instruction manual carefully. Learn the applications and limitations, as well as the specific potential hazards related to this tool. Following this rule will reduce the risk of electric shock, fire or serious injury.
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Page 11: Key Parts Diagram
PACKAGE CONTENTS Circular saw, blade wrench, blade, edge guide and instruction manual. KEY PARTS DIAGRAM 9 10 WARNING! • Remove the circular saw from the package and examine it carefully. Do not discard the carton or any packaging material until all parts have been examined. - Page 12 054-8382-4 | contact us 1-888-670-6682 PART PART On/off trigger switch Auxiliary handle Lower blade-guard lever Edge-guide locking knob LED worklight Bevel-adjustment locking knob Lower blade guard Bevel scale Edge guide Mounting slots for edge guide Main handle Depth scale...
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Page 13: Important Information
IMPORTANT INFORMATION Before attempting to use this tool, become familiar with all of its operating features and safety requirements. For optimum performance and safety, read the following operating instructions carefully before using. LED WORKLIGHT (fig 1) fig 1 The LED worklight, located beside the spindle-lock button, will illuminate when worklight the circular saw is plugged into a power... - Page 14 054-8382-4 | contact us 1-888-670-6682 BLADE GUARD SYSTEM (fig 2) Lower blade guard is in fig 2 the up position when The lower blade guard attached to your making a cut circular saw is there for your protection and safety.
- Page 15 TO GUARD AGAINST KICKBACK, AVOID DANGEROUS PRACTICES SUCH AS THE FOLLOWING: • Setting blade depth incorrectly. fig 4 • Sawing into knots or nails in the workpiece. WRONG • Twisting the blade while making a cut. • Making a cut with a dull, gummed up or improperly set blade.
- Page 16 054-8382-4 | contact us 1-888-670-6682 TO LESSEN THE CHANCE OF KICKBACK, FOLLOW THESE DIRECTIONS: 1. Keep the blade at the correct depth fig 5 setting. The depth setting should not exceed 1/4" (6.35 mm) below the material being cut (fig 5).
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Page 17: Assembly Instructions
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS DEPTH OF CUT ADJUSTMENTS Always keep the correct blade-depth setting. The correct blade-depth setting for all cuts should not exceed 1/4 in. below the material to be cut. Excess blade depth will increase the chance of kickback and cause the cut to be rough. One blade tooth below the material to be cut works is best for efficient cutting action. - Page 18 054-8382-4 | contact us 1-888-670-6682 TO ADJUST BEVEL SETTING (fig 8) fig 8 The saw is equipped with a 45° stop to quickly set for 45° bevels. To set 45-56° bevel, raise the stop. 1. Unplug the circular saw from the power 45°...
- Page 19 CHANGING THE BLADE (fig 11) 1. Unplug the circular fig 11 saw from the power supply. Blade 2. Depress and hold the Blade spindle-lock button, wrench Outer washer then place the blade wrench on the blade Blade screw screw and move it back and forth until you feel the spindle- lock button depress...
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Page 20: Operating Instructions
054-8382-4 | contact us 1-888-670-6682 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS TURNING THE SAW ON AND fig 12 OFF (fig 12) On/off 1. Connect the power cord of your trigger circular saw to a standard household switch power outlet. 2. To turn the saw ON, depress the on/off trigger switch. - Page 21 11. After completing your cut, release the trigger switch and allow the blade to come to a complete stop in the cut. Do not remove the saw from the workpiece while the blade is moving. It will damage your bevel cut and could cause kickback.
- Page 22 054-8382-4 | contact us 1-888-670-6682 MAKING CROSS CUTS AND RIP fig 14 Line of cut CUTS (fig 14) 0° indicator Refer to TO MAKE THE BEST POSSIBLE CUT section for general instructions. When making a cross cut or rip cut, align your line of cut with the centre of the notch by the 0°...
- Page 23 MAKING A BEVEL CUT (fig 16) Refer to TO MAKE THE BEST POSSIBLE CUT sections for general instructions. 1. Secure the workpiece with clamps. 2. Draw a line of cut on the workpiece. 3. Unplug the saw. 4. Adjust and secure the saw at the desired bevel angle. 5.
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Page 24: Maintenance
054-8382-4 | contact us 1-888-670-6682 MAINTENANCE BEFORE EACH USE 1. Inspect the circular saw, the trigger switch, the cord and the accessories for damage. 2. Check for damaged, missing, or worn parts. 3. Check for loose screws, misalignment or binding of moving parts, or any other condition that may affect the operation. -
Page 25: Troubleshooting
TROUBLESHOOTING SUGGESTED PROBLEM CAUSE OF THE PROBLEM CORRECTIVE ACTION The motor does not The tool is not connected to a Connect the tool to a start. power source. power source. 1. Teeth are dull. This is 1. Replace with a new caused by hitting a hard sharp blade. -
Page 26: Parts List
054-8382-4 | contact us 1-888-670-6682 EXPLODED VIEW... - Page 27 Part No. Description No. Part No. Description 5620398000 Flange bolt 3121051000 Stopper 3550222000 Clamp 3421586000 Upper guard 3810397000 Blade 5700041000 Oil impreging bearing 5620164000 Screw 3402701000 Spindle lock assembly 3550225000 Inner flange 5660010000 E ring 3128155000 Clamp 3660072000 Spring 5660030000 Circlips for 3421261000 Gear case shaft...
- Page 28 054-8382-4 | contact us 1-888-670-6682 Part No. Description Part No. Description 5680012000 Rivet 3520354000 Bush 3700242000 Lever 3660349000 Spring 5620043000 3704940000 Pothook 3700257000 Wave washer 3700540000 Sponge 5650017000 Plain washer 4890462000 assembly 3705054000 Support plate 2820790000 Internal wire...
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Page 29: Warranty
(with the same model, or one of equal value or specification), at the sole discretion of the Maximum Canada authorised repair centre (“Service Provider”). We will bear the cost of any repair or replacement and any costs of labour relating thereto. - Page 30 This warranty applies for a period of 5 years from the date of original retail purchase, as indicated on the bill of sale. Neither the retailer, Maximum Canada, nor the manufacturer shall be liable for any other expense, loss or damage, including, without limitation, any indirect, incidental, consequential or exemplary damages arising in connection with the sale, use or inability to use this product.
- Page 31 In addition to the 5-Year Limited Warranty, this MAXIMUM product is covered by our: 1-Year Repair Warranty...
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