Ryobi PSBCS01 - CIRCULAR SAW Manual

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Operator's manual (40 pages)

Table of Contents

Contents

1 GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS
2 CIRCULAR SAW SAFETY WARNINGS
3 SYMBOLS
4 FEATURES
- 4.1 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
5 OVERVIEW
6 ASSEMBLY
- 6.1 UNPACKING
- 6.2 ATTACHING THE BLADE
7 OPERATION
8 ADJUSTMENTS
- 8.1 POSITIVE 0° BEVEL STOP
9 MAINTENANCE
- 9.1 GENERAL MAINTENANCE
10 ACCESSORIES
11 Documents / Resources
- 11.1 Download manual

Ryobi PSBCS01 - CIRCULAR SAW Manual

GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS

To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read and understand the operator's manual before using this product.

Read all safety warnings, instructions, illustrations and specifications provided with this power tool. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.

Save all warnings and instructions for future reference. The term "power tool" in the warnings refers to your mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated (cordless) power tool.

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.
Keep children and bystanders away while operating a power tool. Distractions can cause you to lose control.

ELECTRICAL SAFETY

Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never modify the plug in any way. Do not use any adapter plugs with earthed (grounded) power tools. Unmodified plugs and matching outlets will reduce risk of electric shock.
Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces, such as pipes, radiators, ranges and refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is earthed or grounded.
Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of electric shock.
Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for carrying, pulling or unplugging the power tool. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts. Damaged or entangled cords increase the risk of electric shock.
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 interrupter (GFCI) protected supply. Use of a GFCI reduces the risk of electric shock.
Use this product only with batteries and chargers listed in tool/appliance/battery pack/charger correlation supplement 987000-432.

PERSONAL SAFETY

Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a power tool. Do not use a power tool while you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury.
Use personal protective equipment. Always wear eye protection. Protective equipment such as a dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection used for appropriate conditions will reduce personal injuries.
Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is in the off-position before connecting to power source and/or battery pack, picking up or carrying the tool. Carrying power tools with your finger on the switch or energizing power tools that have the switch on invites accidents.
Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning the power tool on. A wrench or a key left attached to a rotating part of the power tool may result in personal injury.
Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. This enables better control of the power tool in unexpected situations.
Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Keep your hair and clothing away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry 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. Use of dust collection can reduce dust-related hazards.
Do not let familiarity gained from frequent use of tools allow you to become complacent and ignore tool safety principles. A careless action can cause severe injury within a fraction of a second.
Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Contain long hair. Loose clothes, jewelry, or long hair can be drawn into air vents.
Do not use on a ladder or unstable support. Stable footing on a solid surface enables better control of the power tool in unexpected situations.

POWER TOOL USE AND CARE

Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power tool for your application. The correct power tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed.
Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn it on and off. Any power tool that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
Disconnect the plug from the power source and/ or remove the battery pack, if detachable, from the power tool before making any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing power tools. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the power tool accidentally.
Store idle power tools out of the reach of children and do not allow persons unfamiliar with the power tool or these instructions to operate the power tool. Power tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
Maintain power tools and accessories. 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.
Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control.
Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc. in accordance with these instructions, taking into account the working conditions and the work to be performed. Use of the power tool for operations different from those intended could result in a hazardous situation.
Keep handles and grasping surfaces dry, clean and free from oil and grease. Slippery handles and grasping surfaces do not allow for safe handling and control of the tool in unexpected situations.

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.
Use power tools only with specifically designated battery packs. Use of any other battery packs may create a risk of injury and fire.
When battery pack is not in use, keep it away from other metal objects, like paper clips, coins, keys, nails, screws or other small metal objects, that can make a connection from one terminal to another. Shorting the battery terminals together may cause burns or a fire.
Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected from the battery; avoid contact. If contact accidentally occurs, flush with water. If liquid contacts eyes, additionally seek medical help. Liquid ejected from the battery may cause irritation or burns.
Do not use a battery pack or tool that is damaged or modified. Damaged or modified batteries may exhibit unpredictable behavior resulting in fire, explosion, or risk of injury.
Do not expose a battery pack or tool to fire or excessive temperature. Exposure to fire or temperature above 265°F may cause explosion.
Follow all charging instructions and do not charge the battery pack or tool outside the temperature range specified in the instructions. Charging improperly or at temperatures outside the specified range may damage the battery and increase the risk of fire.

SERVICE

Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair person using only identical replacement parts. This will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained.
Never service damaged battery packs. Service of battery packs should only be performed by the manufacturer or authorized service providers.

CIRCULAR SAW SAFETY WARNINGS

CUTTING PROCEDURES

Keep hands away from cutting area and the blade. Keep your second hand on auxiliary handle, or motor housing. If both hands are holding the saw, they cannot be cut by the blade.

Do not reach underneath the workpiece. The guard can not protect you from the blade below the workpiece.
Adjust the cutting depth to the thickness of the workpiece. Less than a full tooth of the blade teeth should be visible below the workpiece.
Never hold the workpiece in your hands or across your leg while cutting. Secure the workpiece to a stable platform. It is important to support the work properly to minimize body exposure, blade binding, or loss of control.
Hold the power tool by insulated gripping surfaces, when performing an operation where the cutting tool may contact hidden wiring. Contact with a "live" wire will also make exposed metal parts of the power tool "live" and could give the operator an electric shock.
When ripping, always use a rip fence. This improves the accuracy of cut and reduces the chance of blade binding.
Always use blades with correct size and shape (diamond versus round) of arbour holes. Blades that do not match the mounting hardware of the saw will run off-centre, causing loss of control.
Never use damaged or incorrect blade washers or bolt. The blade washers and bolt were specially designed for your saw, for optimum performance and safety of operation.

Kickback is a sudden reaction to a pinched, jammed or misaligned saw blade, causing an uncontrolled saw to lift up and out of the workpiece toward the operator;
When the blade is pinched or jammed 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.

Kickback is the result of saw misuse and/or incorrect operating procedures or conditions and can be avoided by taking proper precautions as given below:

Maintain a firm grip with both hands on the saw and position your arms to resist kickback forces. Position your body to either side of the blade, but not in line with the blade. Kickback could cause the saw to jump backwards, but kickback forces can be controlled by the operator, if proper precautions are taken.
When blade is binding, or when interrupting a cut for any reason, release the trigger and hold the saw motionless in the material until the blade comes to a complete stop. Never attempt to remove the saw from the work or pull the saw backward while the blade is in motion or kickback may occur. Investigate and take corrective actions to eliminate the cause of blade binding.
When restarting a saw in the workpiece, centre the saw blade in the kerf and check that saw teeth are not engaged into the material. If a saw blade binds, it may walk up or kickback from the workpiece as the saw is restarted.
Support large panels to minimise the risk of blade pinching and kickback. Large panels tend to sag under their own weight. Supports must be placed under the panel on both sides, near the line of cut and near the edge of the panel.
Do not use dull or damaged blades. Unsharpened or improperly set blades produce narrow kerf causing excessive friction, blade binding and kickback.
Blade depth and bevel adjusting locking levers must be tight and secure before making the cut. If blade adjustment shifts while cutting, it may cause binding and kickback.
Use extra caution when sawing into existing walls or other blind areas. The protruding blade may cut objects that can cause kickback.

LOWER GUARD FUNCTION

Check lower guard for proper closing before each use. Do not operate the saw if lower guard does not move freely and close instantly. Never clamp or tie the lower guard into the open position. If saw is accidentally dropped, lower guard may be bent. Raise the lower guard with the retracting handle and make sure it moves freely and does not touch the blade or any other part, in all angles and depths of cut.
Check the operation of the lower guard spring. If the guard and the spring are not operating properly, they must be serviced before use. Lower guard may operate sluggishly due to damaged parts, gummy deposits, or a build-up of debris.
The lower guard may be retracted manually only for special cuts such as "plunge cuts" and "compound cuts." Raise the lower guard by retracting handle and as soon as blade enters the material, the lower guard must be released. For all other sawing, the lower guard should operate automatically.
Always observe that the lower guard is covering the blade before placing the saw down on bench or floor. An unprotected, coasting blade will cause the saw to walk backwards, cutting whatever is in its path. Be aware of the time it takes for the blade to stop after switch is released.

ADDITIONAL SAFETY WARNINGS

Use clamps or other practical way to secure and support the workpiece to a stable platform. Holding the work by hand or against your body is unstable and may lead to loss of control.
Always wear eye protection with side shields marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1 when assembling parts, operating the tool, or performing maintenance. Following this rule will reduce the risk of serious personal injury.
Protect your lungs. Wear a face or dust mask if the operation is dusty. Following this rule will reduce the risk of serious personal injury.
Protect your hearing. Wear hearing protection during extended periods of operation. Following this rule will reduce the risk of serious personal injury.
Battery tools do not have to be plugged into an electrical outlet; therefore, they are always in operating condition. Be aware of possible hazards when not using your battery tool or when changing accessories. Following this rule will reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, or serious personal injury.
Do not place battery tools or their batteries near fire or heat. This will reduce the risk of explosion and possibly injury.
Do not crush, drop or damage battery pack. Do not use a battery pack or charger that has been dropped or received a sharp blow. A damaged battery is subject to explosion. Properly dispose of a dropped or damaged battery immediately.
Batteries can explode in the presence of a source of ignition, such as a pilot light. To reduce the risk of serious personal injury, never use any cordless product in the presence of open flame. An exploded battery can propel debris and chemicals. If exposed, flush with water immediately.
Do not charge battery tool in a damp or wet location. Do not use, store, or charge battery packs or products in locations where the temperature is less than 50°F or more than 100°F. Do not store outside or in vehicles.
Under extreme usage or temperature conditions, battery leakage may occur. If liquid comes in contact with your skin, wash immediately with soap and water. If liquid gets into your eyes, flush them with clean water for at least 10 minutes, then seek immediate medical attention. Following this rule will reduce the risk of serious personal injury.
Save these instructions. Refer to them frequently and use them to instruct others who may use this tool. If you loan someone this tool, loan them these instructions also.

SYMBOLS

The following signal words and meanings are intended to explain the levels of risk associated with this product.

SYMBOL	SIGNAL	MEANING
	DANGER:	Indicates a hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
	WARNING:	Indicates a hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
	CAUTION:	Indicates a hazardous situation, that, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.
	NOTICE:	(Without Safety Alert Symbol) Indicates information considered important, but not related to a potential injury (e.g. messages relating to property damage).

Some of the following symbols may be used on this product. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the product better and safer.

SYMBOL	NAME	DESIGNATION/EXPLANATION
	Safety Alert	Indicates a potential personal injury hazard.
	Read Operator's Manual	To reduce the risk of injury, user must read and understand operator's manual before using this product.
	Eye Protection	Always wear eye protection with side shields marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1.
	Wet Conditions Alert	Do not expose to rain or use in damp locations.
	No Hands Symbol	Failure to keep your hands away from the blade will result in serious personal injury.
	Recycle Symbol	This product uses lithium-ion (Li-ion) batteries. Local, state or federal laws may prohibit disposal of batteries in ordinary trash. Consult your local waste authority for information regarding available recycling and/ or disposal options.
V	Volts	Voltage
min	Minutes	Time
	Direct Current	Type or a characteristic of current
n_o	No Load Speed	Rotational speed, at no load
.../min	Per Minute	Revolutions, strokes, surface speed, orbits etc., per minute

FEATURES

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

Blade Diameter: 6-1/2 in.
Blade Arbor: 5/8 in.
Cutting Depth at 0º: 2-1/4 in.
Cutting Depth at 45º: 1-9/16 in.
Cutting Depth at 50º: 1-3/8 in.
No Load Speed (RPM): 4,900/min

OVERVIEW

Lock-off button
Upper blade guard
Lower guard handle
Lower blade guard
Depth of cut scale
5 mm blade wrench
Blade wrench storage

ASSEMBLY

UNPACKING

This product requires assembly.

Carefully remove the tool and any accessories from the box. All items listed in the Includes section must be included at the time of purchase.

Do not use this product if any parts on the Includes List are already assembled to your product when you unpack it. Parts on this list are not assembled to the product by the manufacturer and require customer installation. Use of a product that may have been improperly assembled could result in serious personal injury.

If any parts are damaged or missing, please call 1-800-525-2579 for assistance.

If any parts are damaged or missing do not operate this product until the parts are replaced. Use of this product with damaged or missing parts could result in serious personal injury.
Do not attempt to modify this product or create accessories not recommended for use with this product. Any such alteration or modification is misuse and could result in a hazardous condition leading to possible serious personal injury.

ATTACHING THE BLADE

Spindle lock
Spindle
Blade
Blade screw
Outer blade washer
Inner blade washer

A 6-1/2 in. blade is the maximum blade capacity of the saw. Never use a blade that is too thick to allow outer blade washer to engage with the flats on the spindle. Larger blades will come in contact with the blade guard, while thicker blades will prevent blade screw from securing blade on spindle. Either of these situations could result in a serious accident.

Remove the battery pack.
Remove the blade wrench (5 mm hex key) from the storage area.
Depress the spindle lock button and remove the blade screw and outer blade washer.

warning NOTE: Turn the blade screw clockwise to remove.

warning NOTICE:
To prevent damage to the spindle or spindle lock, always allow motor to come to a complete stop before engaging spindle lock.

warning NOTE: Do not run the circular saw with spindle lock engaged.

Wipe a drop of oil onto the inner blade washer and outer blade washer where they contact the blade.

If inner blade washer has been removed, replace it before placing blade on spindle. Failure to do so could cause an accident since blade will not tighten properly.

Raise the lower blade guard.
Be sure the inner blade washer is in place on the drive shaft before installing the new blade. Place the saw blade inside the lower blade guard and onto the spindle.
NOTE: The saw teeth point upward at the front of the saw.
Replace the outer blade washer.
Depress the spindle lock button, then replace the blade screw. Tighten the blade screw securely by turning it counterclockwise.
Return the blade wrench to the storage area.

REMOVING THE BLADE

REMOVING THE BLADE

Spindle lock
Blade wrench
To loosen
To tighten

Remove the battery pack.
Remove the blade wrench from the storage area.
Position the saw as shown. Depress the spindle lock button, and remove the blade screw by turning it clockwise.
Remove outer blade washer.
Lift lower blade guard.
Remove blade.

OPERATION

Keep hands away from cutting area and the blade. Keep your second hand on auxiliary handle, or motor housing. If both hands are holding the saw, they cannot be cut by the blade.

Do not allow familiarity with this product to make you careless. Remember that a careless fraction of a second is sufficient to inflict serious injury.
Always remove battery pack from the tool when you are assembling parts, making adjustments, cleaning, or when not in use. Removing battery pack will prevent accidental starting that could cause serious personal injury.
Always wear eye protection with side shields marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1. Failure to do so could result in objects being thrown into your eyes and other possible serious injuries.
Do not use any attachments or accessories not recommended by the manufacturer of this product. The use of attachments or accessories not recommended can result in serious personal injury.

APPLICATIONS

You may use this tool for the following purposes:

Cutting all types of wood products (lumber, plywood, paneling)
Cross cutting/rip cutting wood products
Bevel cutting wood products
Pocket cutting wood products

Never use abrasive cut-off wheels of any kind with this saw. Use of non wood cutting blades can result in property damage or serious personal injury.

INSTALLING/REMOVING THE BATTERY PACK

Battery pack
Battery port
Depress latches to release battery pack

Insert the battery pack into the product as shown.
Make sure the latches on each side of the battery pack snap into place and the battery pack is secured in the saw before beginning operation.
Depress the latches to remove the battery pack.

For complete charging instructions, see the operator's manuals for your battery pack and charger.

Battery tools are always in operating condition. Therefore, switch should always be locked when not in use or carrying at your side.

INSTALLING THE VACUUM ATTACHMENT

Screw
Vacuum attachment

The vacuum attachment provided with the saw may be installed for easy dust removal and disposal. It fits vacuum hoses 1-1/4 in. and 1-7/8 in.

warning NOTE: If you use the vacuum attachment, you should always connect it to a standard vacuum cleaner hose. To attach the vacuum attachment to the saw:

Remove the battery.
Orient adaptor to fit into the dust chute opening on the rear of the upper blade guard.
Secure adaptor with screw provided.
Attach the vacuum hose to the vacuum attachment.

warning NOTE: A 1-1/4 in. vacuum hose will fit inside the vacuum attachment, a 1-7/8 in. vacuum hose will fit over the vacuum attachment.

KICKBACK

Kickback – blade set too deep

Incorrect support

Correct blade depth setting = less than a full tooth of the blade teeth should be visible below the workpiece

Correct support

Kickback occurs when the blade stalls rapidly and the saw is driven back towards you. Blade stalling is caused by any action which pinches the blade in the wood.

Release switch immediately if blade binds or saw stalls. Kickback could cause you to lose control of the saw. Loss of control can lead to serious personal injury.

To guard against kickback, avoid dangerous practices such as the following:

Setting blade depth incorrectly.
Sawing into knots or nails in workpiece.
Twisting the blade while making a cut.
Making a cut with a dull, gummed up, or improperly set blade.
Supporting the workpiece incorrectly.
Forcing a cut.
Cutting warped or wet lumber.
Operating the tool incorrectly or misusing the tool.

To lessen the chance of kickback, follow these safety practices:

Keep the blade at the correct depth setting. Less than a full tooth of the blade teeth should be visible below the workpiece.
Inspect the workpiece for knots or nails before cutting. Never saw into a knot or nail.
Make straight cuts. This helps prevent twisting the blade.
Use clean, sharp, and properly set blades. Never make cuts with dull blades.
Support and clamp the workpiece properly before beginning a cut.
Use steady, even pressure when making a cut. Never force a cut.
Do not cut warped or wet lumber.
Always let the blade reach full speed before beginning a cut.
Hold the saw firmly with both hands and keep your body in a balanced position so as to resist the forces if kickback should occur.

When using the saw, always stay alert and exercise control. Do not remove the saw from the workpiece while the blade is moving.

SAW BLADES

The best of saw blades will not cut efficiently if they are not kept clean, sharp, and properly set. Using a dull blade will place a heavy load on the saw and increase the danger of kickback. Keep extra blades on hand, so that sharp blades are always available.
Gum and wood pitch hardened on blades will slow the saw down. Remove saw blade from the saw and use gum and pitch remover, hot water, or kerosene to remove these accumulations. DO NOT USE GASOLINE.

BLADE GUARD SYSTEM

Lower blade guard is in up position when making a cut

The lower blade guard attached to your circular saw is there for your protection and safety. Do not alter it for any reason. If it becomes damaged, do not operate the saw until you have the guard repaired or replaced. Always leave guard in operating position when using the saw.

When sawing through work, lower blade guard does not cover blade on the underside of work. Since blade is exposed on underside of work, keep hands and fingers away from cutting area. Any part of your body coming in contact with moving blade will result in serious injury.

To avoid possible serious injury, never use saw when guard is not operating correctly. Check the guard for correct operation before each use. The guard is operating correctly when it moves freely, and instantly returns to the closed position. If you drop the saw, check the lower blade guard and bumper for damage at all depth settings before reuse.
Never tie the lower blade guard in a raised position. Leaving the blade exposed could lead to serious injury.

If at any time the lower blade guard does not snap closed, remove the battery from the saw. Exercise the lower guard by moving it rapidly back and forth from the full open position to the closed position several times. Normally this will restore the guard to its normal operating condition. If it does not correct a slow or sluggish closing lower guard, do not use the saw. Take it to an authorized factory service center for repair.

LOCK-OFF BUTTON

Lock-off button
Switch trigger

The lock-off button reduces the possibility of accidental starting. The lock-off button is located on the handle above the switch trigger. The lock-off button must be depressed before you pull the switch trigger. The lock resets each time the trigger is released.

warning NOTE: You can depress the lock-off button from either the left or right side.

STARTING/STOPPING THE SAW

See Figure 10.

To start the saw:

Depress the lock-off button.
Squeeze the switch trigger.

Always let the blade reach full speed, then guide the saw into the workpiece.

The blade coming in contact with the workpiece before it reaches full speed could cause the saw to "kickback" towards you resulting in serious injury.

To stop the saw, release the switch trigger.
After you release the switch trigger, allow the blade to come to a complete stop. Do not remove the saw from the workpiece while the blade is moving.

ADJUSTING BLADE DEPTH

Depth lock lever
To unlock depth lock
To lock depth lock
Depth of cut scale
Base

Always keep correct blade depth setting. Less than a full tooth of the blade teeth should be visible below the workpiece. More blade depth will increase the chance of kickback and cause the cut to be rough.

Remove the battery pack.
Rotate depth lock lever away from the base.
Determine the desired depth of cut.
Lay saw on the work surface on the flat motor housing with blade side toward user and move the base to align the bottom of the base with the desired depth of cut indicator line marked on the lower blade guard.
Rotate depth lock lever toward the base to lock into position.

OPERATING THE SAW

It is important to understand the correct method for operating the saw. Refer to the figures in this section to learn the correct and incorrect ways for handling the saw.

When lifting the saw from the workpiece, the blade is exposed on the underside of the saw until the lower blade guard closes. Make sure the lower blade guard is closed before setting the saw down.

To make sawing easier and safer, always maintain proper control of the saw by holding the saw with two hands. Loss of control could cause an accident resulting in possible serious injury.
Use clamps or other practical ways to secure and support the workpiece to a stable platform. Holding the work by hand or against your body is unstable and may lead to loss of control which could cause possible serious injury.

To make the best possible cut:

Hold the saw firmly with both hands.
Avoid placing your hand on the workpiece while making a cut.
Support the workpiece so that the cut (kerf) is always to your side.
Support the workpiece near the cut.
Clamp the workpiece securely so that the workpiece will not move during the cut.
Always place the saw on the workpiece that is supported, not the "cut off" piece.
Place the workpiece with the "good" side down.
Draw a guideline along the desired line of cut before beginning your cut.

CROSS CUTTING/RIP CUTTING

Top view of saw
Guideline
0° blade guide notch

Straight edge
C-clamp
Workpiece

When making a cross cut or rip cut, align your line of cut with the 0º blade guide notch on the saw base.
Since blade thicknesses vary, always make a trial cut in scrap material along a guideline to determine how much, if any, the guideline must be offset to produce an accurate cut.

warning NOTE: The distance from the line of cut to the guideline is the amount you should offset the guide.

Secure the workpiece.
Clamp a straight edge to the workpiece using C-clamps.
Depress the lock-off button and squeeze the switch trigger to start the saw. Always let the blade reach full speed then saw along the straight edge to achieve a straight rip cut.

warning NOTE: Do not bind the blade in the cut.

BEVEL CUTTING

Bevel scale
Bevel lock knob
To loosen lock knob
To tighten lock knob

Guideline
Bevel scale
Bevel lock lever
45° blade guide notch

BEVEL CUTTING

The angle of cut of the saw may be adjusted to any desired setting between zero and 50°.

warning NOTE: When making cuts at 50°, the blade should be set at full depth of cut.

Since blade thicknesses vary and different angles require different settings, always make a trial cut in scrap material along a guideline to determine how much you should offset the guideline on the board to be cut.
When making a bevel cut, hold the saw firmly with both hands. Rest the front edge of the base on the workpiece. Depress the lock-off button and squeeze the switch trigger to start the saw. Always let the blade reach full speed, then guide the saw into the workpiece.

The blade coming in contact with the workpiece before it reaches full speed could cause saw to "kickback" toward you resulting in serious injury.

After you complete your cut release the trigger and allow the blade to come to a complete stop. After the blade has stopped, lift the saw from the workpiece.

TO ADJUST BEVEL SETTING

See Figures 16 - 18.

Remove the battery pack.
Rotate bevel lock lever counterclockwise until the motor housing moves freely.
Raise the motor housing end of the saw until you reach the desired angle setting on the bevel scale (0-50°).
Rotate the bevel lock lever clockwise until the motor housing is securely locked in place.

Attempting a bevel cut without having the bevel lock lever securely locked in place can result in serious injury.

POCKET CUTTING

Lower blade guard
Lower blade guard handle

Always adjust bevel setting to zero before making a pocket cut. Attempting a pocket cut at any other setting can result in loss of control of the saw possibly causing serious injury.

Adjust the bevel setting to zero.
Set the blade to the correct blade depth setting.
Swing the lower blade guard up using the lower blade guard handle.
NOTE: Always raise the lower blade guard with the handle to avoid serious injury.
Hold the lower blade guard by the handle.

Never extend your fingers while holding the lower blade guard handle. Extending your fingers may result in contact with the blade, causing serious injury.

Rest the front of the base flat against the workpiece with the rear handle raised so the blade does not touch the workpiece.

Always check to ensure that your fingers are clear of the blade before squeezing the switch trigger. Contact with the blade will cause serious injury.

Depress the lock-off button and squeeze the switch trigger to start the saw. Always let the blade reach full speed then slowly lower blade into the workpiece until base is flat against workpiece.
Guide the saw into the workpiece and make the cut.

Always cut in a forward direction when pocket cutting. Cutting in the reverse direction could cause the saw to climb up on the workpiece and back toward you.

Release the trigger and allow the blade to come to a complete stop.
Lift the saw from the workpiece.
Clear corners out with a hand saw or jig saw.

ADJUSTMENTS

POSITIVE 0° BEVEL STOP

Combination square
Blade
Screw hole
Adjustment screw
2.5 mm hex key (not included)
Positive 0º bevel stop
Bevel lock lever

The saw has a positive 0° bevel stop that has been factory adjusted to assure 0° angle of the saw blade when making 0° cuts. However, misalignment can occur during shipping.

To check positive 0° bevel stop:

Remove the battery pack.
Place the saw in an upside down position on a workbench.
Move the lower blade guard out of the way so that the saw blade is exposed.
Check the squareness of the saw blade to the base of the saw using a combination square.

To adjust positive 0° bevel stop:

Remove the battery pack.
Rotate the bevel lock lever counterclockwise to release.
Insert a 2.5 mm hex key (not included) through the screw hole in the saw base.
Turn adjustment screw and adjust base until it is square with the saw blade.
Securely lock the bevel lock lever.

Attempting a bevel cut without having the bevel lock lever securely locked in place can result in serious injury.

MAINTENANCE

When servicing, use only identical replacement parts. Use of any other parts may create a hazard or cause product damage.
Always wear eye protection with side shields marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1. Failure to do so could result in objects being thrown into your eyes resulting in possible serious injury.
To avoid serious personal injury, always remove the battery pack from the product when cleaning or performing any maintenance.

GENERAL MAINTENANCE

Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts. Most plastics are susceptible to damage from various types of commercial solvents and may be damaged by their use. Use clean cloths to remove dirt, dust, oil, grease, etc.

Do not at any time let brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum-based products, penetrating oils, etc., come in contact with plastic parts. Chemicals can damage, weaken or destroy plastic which may result in serious personal injury.

ACCESSORIES

Look for these accessories where you purchased this product:

6-1/2" Thin Kerf Blade: 681115021

Current attachments and accessories available for use with this tool are listed above. Do not use any attachments or accessories not recommended by the manufacturer of this tool. The use of attachments or accessories not recommended can result in serious personal injury.