SM 1619X03832 09-09:SM 1619X03832 09-09 9/10/09 1:22 PM Page 2 General Power Tool Safety Warnings Read all safety warnings and instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury. SAVE ALL WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE The term “power tool”...
SM 1619X03832 09-09:SM 1619X03832 09-09 9/10/09 1:22 PM Page 3 Disconnect the plug from the power source Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly and/or the battery pack from the power tool maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting before making any adjustments, changing edges are less likely to bind and are easier to accessories, or storing power tools.
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SM 1619X03832 09-09:SM 1619X03832 09-09 9/10/09 1:22 PM Page 4 Kickback and related warnings Blade depth and bevel adjusting locking levers must be tight and secure before Causes and operator prevention of making cut. If blade adjustment shifts while kickback: cutting, it may cause binding and kickback.
Risk of injury to user. The power cord must only Do not use AC only rated tools with a DC be serviced by a Skil Factory Service Center or power supply. While the tool may appear to Authorized Skil Service Station.
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SM 1619X03832 09-09:SM 1619X03832 09-09 9/10/09 1:22 PM Page 6 Symbols IMPORTANT: Some of the following symbols may be used on your tool. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the tool better and safer.
SM 1619X03832 09-09:SM 1619X03832 09-09 9/10/09 1:22 PM Page 7 Functional Description and Specifications Disconnect the plug from the power source before making any assembly, adjustments or changing accessories. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the tool accidentally. Circular Saw Maximum Capacities Blade...
SM 1619X03832 09-09:SM 1619X03832 09-09 9/10/09 1:22 PM Page 8 Assembly ATTACHING THE BLADE 5. Reinstall OUTER WASHER. First tighten Disconnect the plug from BLADE STUD finger tight, then TIGHTEN the power source before BLADE STUD 1/8 TURN (45˚) WITH THE making any assembly, adjustments or WRENCH PROVIDED.
SM 1619X03832 09-09:SM 1619X03832 09-09 9/10/09 1:22 PM Page 9 Operating Instructions DEPTH ADJUSTMENT the handle. Tighten lever at the depth setting Disconnect plug from power source. Loosen desired. Check desired depth (Fig. 3). the depth adjustment lever located between Not more than one tooth length of the blade the guard and handle of saw.
SM 1619X03832 09-09:SM 1619X03832 09-09 9/10/09 1:22 PM Page 10 ADJUSTABLE LASER LINE GUIDE becomes significantly harder to turn the When adjusting the laser screw. Overturning the adjustment screw may line guide you will need to cause the adjustment system to break or have the saw plugged into a power source.
SM 1619X03832 09-09:SM 1619X03832 09-09 9/10/09 1:22 PM Page 11 To turn tool “ON”, press the release button decisive action. Never force the saw. Use light with your thumb on either side of handle to and continuous pressure. disengage the lock, then squeeze the trigger After completing a cut and switch.
SM 1619X03832 09-09:SM 1619X03832 09-09 9/10/09 1:22 PM Page 12 CUTTING LARGE SHEETS board only and not the table or work bench. The Large sheets and long boards sag or bend, two-by-fours used to raise and support the work depending on support. If you attempt to cut should be positioned so that the broadest sides without leveling and properly supporting the support the work and rest on the table or bench.
Always wear safety goggles when service of laser, be performed by a Skil cleaning tools with compressed air. Factory Service Center or Authorized Skil Ventilation openings and switch levers must Service Station.
1. Plug saw in. 2. Replace fuse or reset tripped circuit breaker. 3. Inspect cord for damage. If damaged, have cord replaced by an Authorized Skil Service Center or Service Station. 4. Have switch replaced by an Authorized Skil Service Center or Service Station.
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