Operation; Product Specifications; Saw Blades; Blade Guard System - Craftsman 320.10870 Operator's Manual

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input 14 Amps
Rating 120V, 60HZ AC
No Load Speed
5000 RPM
Blade Diameter
7_A-in. (184mm)
Cutting Depth at 90 ° 23/a-in (60,33mm)
Cutting Depth at 45 ° 1Wle-in (46 03ram)
Maximum Bevel
Angle
54,5 o
Z_ WARNING:
A 7 1/4.inch blade is the maximum blade capacity of your saw. A
larger than 71/4-inch blade will come in contact with the blade guards. Also, NEVER
use a blade that is so thick that it prevents the outer blade washer from engaging
with the flat side of the spindle. Blades that are too large or too thick can result in an
accident causing serious injury_
SAW BLADES
All saw blades need to be kept clean,
sharp and properly set in order to cut
efficiently Using a dull blade places a
heavy load on the saw and increases
the danger of kickback. Keep extra
blades on hand, so sharp blades are
always available. Gum and wood pitch
hardened on the blade slows lhe saw
down. Use gum and pitch remover,
hot water or kerosene to remove them.
DO NOT use gasoline.
BLADE GUARD SYSTEM (Fig, 3)
The lower blade guard, attached to
your circular saw, is there for your when cutis
protection and safety. It should beingmade
NEVER be altered for any reason,
If it becomes damaged or begins
to return slowly or sluggishly,
DO NOT operate your saw until the damage has been repaired or replaced.
ALWAYS leave the guard in its correct operating position when using the saw.
Lower Blade
Guard level Is
in UP poetUon
when making
a cut
Z_ CAUTION:
NEVER use the saw when the guard is not operating properly.The
guard should be checked for correct operation before each use, tf you drop your saw,
check the lower blade guard and bumper for damage at all depth settings before using.
NOTE: The guard is operating properly when it moves freely and then readily returns to
the closed position, if for any reason your lower blade guard and bumper does not close
freely, take the saw to your nearest Sears Repair Center for service before using it.
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