Maintenance; Troubleshooting - Performax 241-0987 Operator's Manual

WARNING:
reliability, all repairs should be performed
by a qualified service technician.
WARNING:
only identical replacement parts. The use
of any other parts may create a hazard or
cause damage to the product.
WARNING:
saw from the power source before
cleaning or performing any maintenance.
WARNING:
air may be the most effective cleaning
method. Always wear safety goggles
when cleaning tools with compressed air.
WARNING:
is damaged, it must be replaced by a
specially prepared cord available through
the service organization.
PROBLEM
The motor does not
start.
The blade does not
follow a straight
line.
The blade binds
or smokes from
friction.
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MAINTENANCE

To ensure safety and
When servicing, use
Unplug the circular
Using compressed
If the supply cord

TROUBLESHOOTING

CAUSE OF THE PROBLEM
The tool is not connected to a
power source.
Teeth are dull. This is caused by
hitting a hard object， such as
a nail, dulling teeth on one side.
The blade tends to cut to the
side with the sharpest teeth.
Edge guide or straight edge is
not being used.
Blade is dull.
Blade is on backwards.
Blade is bent.
Workpiece is not properly
supported.
Incorrect blade is being used.
Before each use:
• Inspect the circular saw, the switch,
and the cord for damage.
• Check for damaged, missing, or worn
parts.
• Check for loose screws, misalignment
or binding of moving parts, or any other
condition that may affect the operation.
• If abnormal vibration or noise occurs,
turn the circular saw off immediately,
and have the problem corrected before
further use.
WARNING:
fluids, gasoline, petroleum-based
products, penetrating oil, etc. to come
into contact with plastic parts. These
substances contain chemicals that can
damage, weaken, or destroy plastic.
SOLUTION
Connect the tool to a power
source.
Replace with a new sharp blade.
Use an edge guide or straight
edge.
Replace with a new sharp blade.
Install the blade correctly.
Replace with a new blade.
Clamp the workpiece correctly
and tightly.
Use the correct blade.
Do not allow brake