Operation - Performax 241-0987 Operator's Manual

BLADE GUARD SYSTEM (FIG.2)
The lower blade guard attached to your
circular saw is there for your protection and
safety. It should never be altered for any
reason. If it becomes damaged or begins to
return slowly or sluggishly, do not operate
the saw until the blade guard has been
repaired or replaced.
Always leave the guard in its correct
operating position when using the saw.
FIG. 2
Lower blade guard is
in the up position when
making a cut
DANGER:
When sawing through
a workpiece, the lower blade guard does
not cover the blade on the underside of
the workpiece. Since the blade is exposed
on the underside of the workpiece, keep
hands and fingers away from the cutting
area. Any part of your body coming in
contact with a moving blade will result in
serious injury.
CAUTION:
when the guard is not operating properly.
The guard should be checked for correct
operation before each use. If you drop
your saw, check the lower blade guard
and bumper for damage at all depth
settings before using.

OPERATION

Never use the saw
SAW BLADES
All saw blades need to be kept clean, sharp
and properly set in order to cut efficiently.
Using a dull blade places a heavy load
on the saw and increases the danger of
kickback. Keep extra blades on hand, so
sharp blades are always available. Gum and
wood pitch hardened on the blade slows the
saw down. Use gum and pitch remover, hot
water or kerosene to remove them. Do not
use gasoline.
KICKBACK
Kickback occurs when the blade stalls
rapidly and the saw is driven back towards
you. Blade stalling is caused by any action
that pinches the blade in the wood.
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