MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE
Remove the plug from the socket before carrying out any adjustment, servicing or maintenance.
Keep tools sharp and clean for better and safer performance. Follow instructions for lubricating and changing
accessories. Inspect tool cords periodically and if damaged, have repaired by authorized service facility. Your
power tool requires no additional lubrication or maintenance. There are no user serviceable parts in your
power tool. Never use water or chemical cleaners to clean your power tool. Wipe clean with a dry cloth. Always
store your power tool in a dry place. Keep the motor ventilation slots clean. Keep all working controls free of
dust.
If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualified
persons in order to avoid a hazard.
Periodically clear dust and chips from guard and base to ensure proper performance.
ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION
Waste electrical products must not be disposed of with household waste. Please recycle where facilities
exist. Check with your local authorities or retailer for recycling advice.
TROUBLE SHOOTING
Symptom
Tool will not start when operating the
on/off switch.
Cutting depth is less than that is set.
Blade spins or slips
Blade will not cut a straight line.
Blade kicks back when beginning
a cut
Compact Circular Saw
Possible Causes
Power cord not plugged in.
Power cord is broken.
Carbon brush has worn down
Sawdust accumulated at the rear
of the base.
Blade is not tightly engaged with
the spindle.
Blade is dull.
Blade is not mounted properly.
Saw is not being guided properly.
Blade is not spinning fast enough
Possible Solution
Check to make sure power cord is
connected well into a working outlet.
Unplug the power cord. Replace it using
a qualified maintenance person.
Replace the carbon brush using a
qualified maintenance person.
Shake out sawdust. Consider connecting
a vacuum for dust collection.
Remove the blade, and reassemble it as
described in INSTALL/CHANGE THE
BLADE section.
Mount a new, sharp blade on the saw.
Check that blade is properly mounted.
Use a parallel guide.
Allow the saw blade to reach full speed
prior to beginning a cut in the material.
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