Craftsman 10872 - Mini Circular Saw Operator's Manual page 14

KNOWYOUR MULTI-PURPOSE/PLUNGE ACTION
3-IN. CIRCULAR SAW (Fig. 2)
l NOTE: Before attempting to use your saw_ familiarize yourselfwith all of the
operating features and safety requirements,
Your plunge action circularsaw has a precision-built electric motor and It shouldbe
connected to a 120-volt,60-Hz AC ONLY power supply(normalhousehold current).
DO NOT operate on direct current (DC).The largevoltage drop will cause a loss of power
and the motor will overheat. If the saw does not operate when plugged intocorrect 120-volt,
60*HzAC ONLYoutlet, checkthe powersuppiyo This saw has an 8-ft., 2*wire powercord
(no adapter needed).
This Saw has the following features:
1.2.8 Amp, 2800 RPM (no-load speed) Motor. Provtdessure cuts fn plywood,
woodbase composites, plastics, vinyl and fiberglass with the general
purpose blade Included, and ceramic and marble walt tile with the diamond
grit blade soid separately_
2. Laser Trac
TM
the unique, Innovative feature for accurate, efficient cuttlngl
3. Built-in LED Workllght illuminates cutting area for better vistbitityo
4. Quick depth-of-cut adjustments witha maximum depth-of-cut of 7/8-inches.
5. Easy to read and set depth-of-cut scale, located on upper btadeguard, ismarked
in 1/8-in. increments, 0 to 7/8-In.with corresponding length(width)of-cuL
6. Ergonomtcally d esignedBlade Guard Release Lever and Base Assembly Finger
Lift forefficient operation of plunge action
7. Length of Cut Indicator, located on bass, shows beginning and end of blade
position on the workpleca; idea! for pocket cutting.
8. Heavy-duty llghtwelght Magnesium blade guard for extra strength and durability.
9, Stamped and formed steel base and lower blade guard for durability and long life.
10, Non-scratch base cover for use when cutting delicate surfaces such as plastics and
composite flooring.
11. Extended length trigger switch paddle for right or lefthand control,Trigger safety
release switch convenlently located on paddle for easy operation.
12. Ergonomlcally designed handle with soft-grlp adjusts to 3 different positions at 0°,
15°, and 30°, for more efficientcutting,comfortand maximum control.
13. Includes One Craftsman®3-In. 20 tooth carbide-tipped steel general purpose
blade for fast, smoothcutsin plywoodup to 3/4-1n,thick,woodbasecomposites,
plastics, vinyland ftberglass.A Craftsman 3-In. diamond grlt steel blade, for cutting
ceramic and marble tile up to 3/8-1n.thick, Is sold separately.
_4. Two Hex wrenches for use when Installing blades_
15. Includes Edge Guide to help produceaccuratestraight cuts.
16. Bullt-ln sawdust extraction port. Includes lib-In, vac hose adapter for hookup
towet/dryvac, soldseparately, to removedust and chipsaway from the cuttingarea,
17. Permanently lubricated 100% ball bearings for smoothoperation and longlife.
18. Heavy-duty machined gearlng for efficient powertransmission.
lg. Includes High-Impact resistant carry/storage case.
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