2. Retract the lower blade guard (G) and place blade on saw
spindle against the inner clamp washer, making sure that the
blade will rotate in the proper direction (the direction of the
rotation arrow on the saw blade and the teeth must point in the
same direction as the direction of rotation arrow on the saw). Do
not assume that the printing on the blade will always be facing
you when properly installed. When retracting the lower blade
guard to install the blade, check the condition and operation of
the lower blade guard to assure that it is working properly. Make
sure it moves freely and does not touch the blade or any other
part, in all angles and depths of cut.
3. Place outer clamp washer (N) on saw spindle with the large flat
surface against the blade with beveled side facing out.
4. Thread blade clamping screw (F) into saw spindle by
hand (screw has left-hand threads and must be turned
counterclockwise to tighten).
5. Depress the blade lock (D) while turning the saw spindle with
the blade wrench until the blade lock engages and the blade
stops rotating (Fig. 9).
6. Tighten the blade clamping
screw firmly with the blade
wrench.
NOTE: Never engage the blade
lock while saw is running, or
engage in an effort to stop the
tool. Never turn the saw on
while the blade lock is engaged.
Serious damage to your saw will
result.
TO REPLACE THE BLADE
1. To loosen the blade clamping
screw (F), depress the blade
FIG. 9
D
TIGHTEN
LOOSEN
(counterclockwise)
(clockwise)
lock (D) and turn the saw spindle with the blade wrench until the
blade lock engages and the blade stops rotating. With the blade
lock engaged, turn the blade clamping screw clockwise with the
blade wrench (screw has left-hand threads and must be turned
clockwise to loosen).
2. Remove the blade clamping screw (F) and outer clamp
washer (N) only. Remove old blade.
3. Clean any sawdust that may have accumulated in the guard or
clamp washer area and check the condition and operation of
the lower blade guard as previously outlined. Do not lubricate
this area.
4. Select the proper blade for the application (see Blades). Always
use blades that are the correct size (diameter) with the proper
size and shape center hole for mounting on the saw spindle.
Always assure that the maximum recommended speed (rpm) on
the saw blade meets or exceeds the speed (rpm) of the saw.
5. Follow steps 2 through 6 under To Install the Blade, making
sure that the blade will rotate in the proper direction.
LOWER BLADE GUARD
WARNING: The lower blade guard is a safety feature which
reduces the risk of serious personal injury. Never use the
saw if the lower guard is missing, damaged, misassembled
or not working properly. Do not rely on the lower blade guard
to protect you under all circumstances. Your safety depends
on following all warnings and precautions as well as proper
operation of the saw. Check lower guard for proper closing
before each use as outlined in Additional Safety Rules for
Circular Saws. If the lower blade guard is missing or not
working properly, have the saw serviced before using. To
assure product safety and reliability, repair, maintenance and
adjustment should be performed by an authorized service
center or other qualified service organization, always using
identical replacement parts.
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