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1265-096 READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE FIRST USE. KEEP THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. KEEP AWAY FROM CHILDREN. WEAR CSA APPROVED WEAR EAR WEAR A EYE PROTECTION PROTECTION FACE MASK...
1265-096 TABLE OF CONTENTS Product specifications ………….……………………………………………………………1 Table of contents ………….……………………………………………………………2 General safety warnings ………….……………………………………………………………3 Eye, ear & lung protection ………….……………………………………………………………3 Electrical safety ………….…………………………………………………………….4 Power tool safety ………….……………………………………………………………4 Work area safety ………….……………………………………………………………4 Electrical safety ………….……………………………………………………………5 Personal safety ………….……………………………………………………………5-6 Power tool use and care ………………….…………………………………………………….6...
Compact Circular Saw - Owner's Manual GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS WARNING: Before using this tool or any of its accessories, read this manual and follow all Safety Rules and Operating Instructions. The important precautions, safeguards and instructions appearing in this manual are not meant to cover all possible situations.
1265-096 ELECTRICAL SAFETY WARNING: To avoid electrical hazards, fire hazards or damage to the tool, use proper circuit protection. This tool is wired at the factory for 120 V AC operation. It must be connected a 120 V AC, 15 AMP circuit that is protected by a time delayed fuse or circuit breaker.
Compact Circular Saw - Owner's Manual 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.
1265-096 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 jewellery. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewellery or long hair can be caught in moving parts.
Compact Circular Saw - Owner's Manual Use clamps or another practical way to secure and support the workpiece to a stable platform. Holding the work by hand or against your body leaves it unstable and may lead to loss of control. Service Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair person using only identical replacement parts.
1265-096 When ripping always use the rip fence or straight edge guide. This improves the accuracy of cut and reduces the chance of the blade binding. Always use blades with correct size and shape (diamond versus round) of arbor holes. Blades that do not match the mounting hardware of the saw will run eccentrically, causing loss of control.
Compact Circular Saw - Owner's Manual CAUSES AND OPERATOR PREVENTION OF KICKBACK – cont’d Use extra caution when making a "plunge cut" into existing walls or other blind areas. The protruding blade may cut objects that can cause kickback. ADDITIONAL SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES Check the lower guard for proper closing before each use.
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1265-096 ADDITIONAL SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES – cont’d After changing a blade or making adjustments, make sure the blade clamp screw is securely tightened. Loose blades and adjustment devices will be violently thrown. Never touch the blade during or immediately after use. After use the blade is too hot to be safely touched with bare hands.
Compact Circular Saw - Owner's Manual SYMBOLS WARNING: Some of the following symbols may appear on the compact circular saw. Study these symbols and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow for more efficient and safer operation of this tool. Volts Direct current Amperes...
Compact Circular Saw - Owner's Manual ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING NOTE: For illustrative purposes, some drawings show the vacuum adaptor installed on the saw. The vacuum adaptor does NOT have to be installed if a vacuum is not being used. REMOVING AND INSTALLING A BLADE WARNING: Always remove the plug from the power source before removing the blade or adjusting the saw in any way.
1265-096 ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING SETTING THE BEVEL CUTTING ANGLE The sole plate can be set to perform bevel cuts up to 45°. 1. Rotate the bevel angle locking lever (1) counterclockwise (Fig. 3). 2. Rotate the sole plate (2) to the desired angle.
Compact Circular Saw - Owner's Manual ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING INSTALLING THE VACUUM ADAPTER A workshop vacuum can be attached to the circular saw to collect much of the dust created from cutting. 1. Place the small end of the vacuum adaptor (1) over the vacuum port (2) on the blade housing (Fig.
1265-096 ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING WARNING: For safety reasons, the operator, must read the sections of the Owner's Manual entites "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.
Compact Circular Saw - Owner's Manual ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING GENERAL CUTTING NOTE: Always make a test cut on a scrap workpiece to verify that all settings are correct. 1. Make any adjustments to the saw before plugging it into the power source. Adjustments include cutting depth, bevel cutting angle and edge guide (if installed).
1265-096 ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING PLUNGE CUTTING WARNING: To avoid loss of control, damage to the blade or damage to the workpiece, always use extreme caution when making plunge cuts. It is not recommended to plunge cut any material other than wood.
Compact Circular Saw - Owner's Manual ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING CHANGING THE LASER BATTERIES The batteries that operate the laser will have to be replaced after considerable use of the laser. 1. Turn the laser switch OFF. 2. Remove the laser cover screw (1) using a screwdriver (Fig.
1265-096 MAINTENANCE GENERAL 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.
1265-096 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 compact circular saw. Any attempt to repair or replace electrical parts on this compact circular saw may create a safety hazard unless repairs are performed by a qualified technician.
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Compact Circular Saw - Owner's Manual PARTS LIST Key # Part # Quantity Part name 3120020163 Spindle lock button 4020010201 Screw M4*14 3180040128 Vacuum adapter 4050040020 Bolt M6*20 4010020004 Needle bearing HK 0608 2030020362 Washer ø10*6.1*T0.5 2040080058 Large gear 2040040129 Large gear shaft 2020020057 Gear box cover...
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1265-096 PARTS LIST Key # Part # Quantity 4020200002 2020080048 4100020028 2010140062 6070100004 2010140063 4050050011 4020010203 1160020048 3160040117 0000000000...
C m a t C r u r S w - O n r's M n a WARRANTY If this Radley tool fails due to a defect in material or workmanship within one year from the date of purchase, return it to any Home Hardware store with the original bill of sale for exchange.
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