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- Page 1 Owner’s Manual & Safety Instructions HE72 WARNING: When unpacking, make sure that the product is intact and undamaged. If any parts are missing or broken, please call 1-888-866-5797 as soon as possible. Reference 792363572408.
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Page 2: Important Safety Information
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION General Power Tool Safety Warnings Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury. A moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury. The term “power tool” in the warnings refers Protective equipment to your mains-operated (corded) power tool or such as dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard... - Page 3 m. Do not depress the spindle lock when starting or during operation. n. Do not leave the tool unattended when Use of the it is plugged into an electrical outlet. power tool for operations different from those Turn off the tool, and unplug it from its intended could result in a hazardous situation.
- Page 4 Unsharpened or improperly set blades - kickback is a sudden reaction to a pinched, produce narrow kerf causing excessive jammed or misaligned saw blade, causing friction, blade binding and kickback. an uncontrolled saw to lift up and out of the workpiece toward the operator; - when the blade is pinched or jammed If blade adjustment shifts while tightly by the kerf closing down, the blade...
- Page 5 b. Do not smoke during use. Nicotine reduces the blood supply to the hands and fingers, This tool vibrates during use. increasing the risk of vibration-related injury. Repeated or long-term exposure to vibration may cause temporary or permanent physical injury, c.
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Page 6: Extension Cords
Symbology Extension Cords 1. Grounded tools require a three wire extension cord. Double Insulated Double Insulated tools can use either a two or three wire extension cord. Volts 2. As the distance from the supply outlet increases, you must use a heavier gauge extension cord. Using extension cords with inadequately sized wire Alternating Current causes a serious drop in voltage, resulting in loss of... -
Page 7: Set Up - Before Use
Work Area SET UP - BEFORE USE 1. Designate a work area that is clean and well lit. ENTIRE The work area must not allow access by children or pets to prevent distraction and injury. 2. There must not be objects, such as utility lines, nearby that will present a hazard while working. - Page 8 Functions Page 8 Item 57240...
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Page 9: Setting And Testing
Setting and Testing OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ENTIRE Tool Changing Adjusting Depth 1. Set the Base Plate flat against the edge of the workpiece. 2. Pull the Depth Gauge Lever up to unlock. 3. Hold Base Plate down with one hand and raise or lower Saw with the other hand until the Blade is at the desired depth of cut, using the Depth Gauge as a guide. - Page 10 General Instructions for Use 1. Make all necessary adjustments to the Circular Saw. 8. Do not force the Saw to cut faster than it is designed to cut. Feed the Saw Blade gradually into the workpiece. 9. Release Trigger if the Saw Blade is to be backed out of an uncompleted cut.
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Page 11: Maintenance And Servicing
Cleaning, Maintenance, MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING and Lubrication inspect the general condition of the tool. Check for: • loose hardware • misalignment or binding of moving parts • damaged cord/electrical wiring • cracked or broken parts • damaged electrical wiring • any other condition that may affect its safe operation. -
Page 12: Limited 90-Day Warranty
LIMITED 90 DAY WARRANTY Harbor Freight Tools Co. makes every effort to assure that its products meet high quality and durability standards, and warrants to the original purchaser that this product is free from defects in materials and workmanship for the period of 90 days from the date of purchase.
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