Description - Craftsman 172.67098 Operator's Manual

18.0 volt 5 1/2-in. cordless circular saw
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DESCRIPTION

KNOW YOUR CORDLESS CIRCULAR SAW (Fig. 2)
NOTE: Before attempting to use this product, familiarize yourself with all operating
features and safety rules.
Trigger Switch
Fig. 2
Power
Lock-Off
Button
Front Assist
Handle
Upper Blade Guard
Bevel Scale
Bevel Adjustment
Locking Knob
Mounting Slots
Edge Guide
for Edge Guide
Locking/Retaining Knob
Rear Handle
Battery Pack
(installed on Drill/Driver)
Latch to Release
Battery Pack
Spindle Lock
Depth-of-Cut
Adjustment Knob
Depth-of-Cut Scale
Safety, performance and dependability have been given top priority in the design of this product,
making it easy to maintain and operate.
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DESCRIPTION cont.
This Cordless Circular Saw has the following features:
1. 3400 RPM no-load speed provides power and torque for fast, sure cuts in wood, plywood,
hardboard and wood-base materials.
2. Quick depth-of-cut adjustments with a maximum depth of cut:
1
Rear Handle
3. Easy-to-read bevel cut scale adjusts from 0° to 50° bevel capacity.
Battery Pack
(installed on Drill/Driver)
4. Aluminum Upper Guard and plastic Lower Guard for extra strength and durability.
5. Electric Brake stops blade rotation instantly when trigger is released.
6. Trigger Switch with Power Lock-Off Button helps protect against accidental starts.
Sawdust Ejection
Port with Cover Cap
7. Oversized stamped Steel Base provides stability, glides smoothly for maximum control
(Remove cap to
during sawing applications.
attach 1
1
/
-in.
4
vac hose,
8. Soft-Grip Ergonomically Designed Contoured Rear Handle and Front Assist Handle
sold separately)
for positive gripping, control, balance and comfort.
9. Includes Craftsman
Lower Blade
Guard Lever
for fast, smooth cuts.
10. Top Mounted Blade Spindle Lock for easy blade changes.
Base
11. Built-In Sawdust Ejection Chute with Cover Cap. Remove cap to eject sawdust to the
rear of saw or leave cap attached to eject sawdust downwards, from the blade guards.
Lower Blade Guard
Remove cap to attach 1¼-in vac hose, sold separately (see page 27).
Spindle Clamping Screw
12. Permanently Lubricated 100% Ball Bearings for smooth operation and long life.
Blade
13. Heavy-duty Machined Gearing for efficient power transmission.
14. Durable impact-resistant housing helps protect tool from damage and reduces weight.
15. The Nickel-Cadmium battery pack recharges in 3 to 6 hours under normal use, and
Trigger Switch
LED light on charger indicates when battery is charging.
Power
Lock-Off
Button
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
Front Assist Handle
Motor
No-load Speed
Blade Diameter
Blade Arbor
Cutting Depth at 45°
Cutting Depth at 90°
Maximum Bevel Angle
Charger Input
Mounting Slot
for Edge Guide
Hex Key
Charge Rate
Base
3
/
-inch at 45°; 1
5
/
-inch at 90°
16
8
24 Tooth Carbide-Tipped Steel General Purpose Blade
®
18.0 Volt DC
3400 RPM
5
/
-in.
1
2
5/8-in.
1
/
-in.
3
16
1
/
-in.
5
8
50°
120V, 60Hz AC
3 to 6 Hours
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67098 Final
2-18-08

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