Benchmark 1265-001 Manual

Benchmark 1265-001 Manual

20v max 6-1/2" circular saw

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20V MAX 6-1/2"
CIRCULAR SAW
Battery and charger sold separately
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE FIRST USE.
KEEP THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
KEEP AWAY FROM CHILDREN.
E114847
Maximum initial battery voltage (measured without a load)
JD539020
is 20 volts. Nominal voltage is 18 volts.
WEAR CSA APPROVED
EYE PROTECTION
5 Year Limited Warranty
WEAR EAR
PROTECTION
WEAR A
FACE MASK

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  • Page 1 20V MAX 6-1/2" CIRCULAR SAW 5 Year Limited Warranty Battery and charger sold separately READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE FIRST USE. KEEP THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. KEEP AWAY FROM CHILDREN. E114847 Maximum initial battery voltage (measured without a load) JD539020 is 20 volts.
  • Page 2: Product Specifications

    PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS BENCHMARK 20V MAX 6-1/2" CIRCULAR SAW Voltage 20 V No Load Speed 3800 RPM Max cut at 90° 2" (54mm) Max cut at 45° 1.5" (40mm) Max cut at 50° 1-3/8" (35mm) Blade 6-1/2” (165mm) Thin kerf 24T Carbide Tipped Arbor 5/8"...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    1265-001 20V MAX 6-1/2" CIRCULAR SAW TABLE OF CONTENTS Product Specifications .................. 1 Table of Contents ..................2 General Safety Warnings ................3-6 Specific Safety Rules .................. 7-9 Symbols ...................... 10 Know your Circular Saw ................11 Assembly and Operating ................. 12-15 Maintenance ....................
  • Page 4: General Safety Warnings

    GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS CAUTION: Before using this tool or any of its accessories, read this manual and follow all Safety Rules and Operating Instructions. EYE, EAR & LUNG PROTECTION SYMBOL MEANING ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION THAT CONFORMS WITH CSA Z94.3 or ANSI SAFETY STANDARD Z87.1 FLYING DEBRIS can cause permanent eye damage.
  • Page 5 1265-001 20V MAX 6-1/2" CIRCULAR SAW WORK AREA SAFETY Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents. Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases or dust. Power tools create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes.
  • Page 6 Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery. Keep your hair, clothing, and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewellery or long hair can be caught in moving parts. If devices are provided for the connection of dust extraction and collection facilities, ensure these are connected and properly used.
  • Page 7 1265-001 20V MAX 6-1/2" CIRCULAR SAW BATTERY TOOL USE AND CARE Recharge only with the charger specified by the manufacturer. A charger that is suitable for one type of battery pack may create a risk of fire when used with another battery pack.
  • Page 8: Specific Safety Rules

    SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES WARNING: Know your circular saw. Do not plug in the charger or install the battery until you have read and understand this Instruction Manual. Learn the tool’s 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.
  • Page 9 1265-001 20V MAX 6-1/2" CIRCULAR SAW When the blade is pinched or bound tightly by the kerf closing down, the blade stalls and the motor reaction drives the unit rapidly back toward the operator. If the blade becomes twisted or misaligned in the cut, the teeth at the back edge of the blade can dig into the top surface of the wood causing the blade to climb out of the kerf and jump back toward the operator.
  • Page 10 Never operate the saw while it is being carried to another location. The blade guard may be open and potentially cause serious injury. If the switch fails to turn the saw ON or OFF properly, stop using it immediately and have the saw switch repaired.
  • Page 11: Symbols

    1265-001 20V MAX 6-1/2" CIRCULAR SAW SYMBOLS WARNING: Some of the following symbols may appear on the saw Study these symbols and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these Three-phase alternating Volts current with neutral Amperes Direct current Hertz No load speed...
  • Page 12: Know Your Circular Saw

    KNOW YOUR 20V CIRCULAR SAW Front handle Rear handle Upper blade Battery guard (sold separately) Bevel adjustment Dust port knob Knob Lower blade guard Blade washer Blade screw Spindle lock Base plate Depth adjustment knob...
  • Page 13: Assembly And Operating

    1265-001 20V MAX 6-1/2" CIRCULAR SAW ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING INSTALLING THE BLADE WARNING: Always remove the battery from the saw before installing or removing a blade or adjusting the saw in any way. 1. Depress the spindle lock button Fig.1.
  • Page 14 WARNING: For safety reasons, the operator must read the sections of this Owner’s Manual entitled "GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS", "POWER TOOL SAFETY","SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES","EXTENSION CORD SAFETY" and "SYMBOLS" before using this circular saw. Verify the following every time the circular saw is used: 1.
  • Page 15 1265-001 20V MAX 6-1/2" CIRCULAR SAW TRIGGER SWITCH AND LOCK OFF 1. To turn the saw ON, press in the right or left side, then depress and hold in the trigger, squeeze the trigger switch (1) (Fig. 5). WARNING: Never carry the saw with your finger on the trigger switch.
  • Page 16 WARNING: DO NOT attempt to modify tools or create accessories. Any such alteration or modification is misuse and could result in a hazardous condition leading to possible serious injury. It will also void the warranty.
  • Page 17: Maintenance

    1265-001 20V MAX 6-1/2" CIRCULAR SAW MAINTENANCE WARNING: When servicing, use only identical replacement parts. The use of any other part may create a hazard or cause product damage. DO NOT use solvents when cleaning plastic parts. Plastics are susceptible to damage from various types of commercial solvents and may be damaged by their use.
  • Page 18: Exploded View

    EXPLODED VIEW...
  • Page 19: Parts List

    1265-001 20V MAX 6-1/2" CIRCULAR SAW PARTS LIST WARNING When servicing, use only original equipment replacement parts. The use of any other parts may create a safety hazard or cause damage to the tool. Any attempt to repair or replace electrical parts on this tool may create a safety hazard unless repairs are performed by a qualified technician.
  • Page 20 Key # Part # Part Name Quantity 3120040080 Switch lock lever 1060190008 Switch 4030010106 ST3.9X19 3160010079 Rear cap 4030010074 ST3.9X14 1030240004 Motor 4040030003 Spring washer 4020010170 Screw 4010020044 Needle bearing 4010010022 Deep groove ball bearing 2030020116 Gasket 4050040015 Bolt 4050040014 Bolt 4060010005 4020010053...
  • Page 21: Warranty

    WARRANTY BENCHMARK 20V MAX 6-1/2" CIRCULAR SAW If this Benchmark tool fails due to a defect in material or workmanship within five years from the date of purchase, return it to any Home Hardware store with the original bill of sale for exchange. 3-year warranty for the battery and charger. This warranty does not include expendable parts including but not limited to blades, brushes, belts, light bulbs.
  • Page 22 20V MAX 6-1/2" CIRCULAR SAW 5 Year Limited Warranty Battery and charger sold separately 1265-001 BENCHMARK TOOLS CANADA Made in China ST. JACOBS, ONTARIO N0B 2N0 © 2021 Home Hardware Stores Limited CUSTOMER SERVICE/TECH SUPPORT 1-866-349-8665 * This Benchmark in workmanship and materials. The charger and batteries carry a three (3) year READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE FIRST USE.

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