RIDGID R3202 User's Manual
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1. Depress and hold spindle lock Remove blade screw by turning it counterclockwise with the provided 6 mm blade wrench while keeping the spindle lock depressed Remove outer blade washer D washer Lift lower blade guard Remove blade 11 SPINDLE LOCK INNER FLANGE BUSHING BLADE OUTER BLADE WASHER D WASHER SPINDLE LOCK 6 mm BLADE WRENCH Fig 3 OPERATION A WARNING Do not allow familiarity with products to make you careless Remember that a careless fraction of a second is sufficient to inflict serious injury WARNING Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields when operating power tools Failure to do so could result in objects being thrown into your eyes resulting in possible serious injury APPLICATIONS You may use this product for the purposes listed below E Cutting all types of wood products lumber plywood paneling composition board and hard board E Cross cutting Rip cutting H Bevel cutting H Pocket cutting NOTE The use of abrasive cut off wheels is not recom mended for this saw KICKBACK See Figures 4 7 Kickback occurs when the blade stalls rapidly and the saw is driven back towards you Blade stalling is caused by any action which pinches the blade in the wood A DANGER Release switch immediately if blade binds or saw stalls Kickback could cause you to lose control of the saw Loss of control can lead to2. all implied war ranties including warranties of MERCHANTABILITY or FIT NESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE are disclaimed Any implied warranties including warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose that cannot be disclaimed under state law are limited to three years from the date of purchase One World Technologies Inc and RIDGID Inc are not responsible for direct indirect incidental or conse quential damages Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts and or do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential dam ages so the above limitations may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state One World Technologies Inc P O Box 35 Hwy 8 Pickens SC 29671 987000 316 5 27 08 REV 01 OPERATOR S MANUAL 7 1 4 in CIRCULAR SAW DOUBLE INSULATED R3202 Customer Service Information For parts or service contact your nearest RIDGID authorized service center Be sure to provide all relevant information when you call or visit For the location of the authorized service center nearest you please call 1 866 539 1710 or visit us online at www ridgid com The model number of this tool is found on a plate attached to the motor housing Please record the serial number in the space provided below When ordering repair parts always give the following information Model
3. gasoline petroleum based products penetrating oils etc come in contact with plastic parts Chemicals can damage weaken or destroy plastic which may result in serious personal injury ACCESSORIES Electric tools used on fiberglass material wallboard spackling compounds or plaster are subject to accelerated wear and possible premature failure because the fiberglass chips and grindings are highly abrasive to bearings brushes commutators etc Consequently we do not recommend using this tool for extended work on these types of materials However if you do work with any of these materials it is extremely important to clean the tool using compressed air LUBRICATION All of the bearings in this product are lubricated with a sufficient amount of high grade lubricant for the life of the unit under normal operating conditions Therefore no further lubrication is required POWER SUPPLY CORD REPLACEMENT If replacement of the power supply cord is necessary this has to be done by the manufacturer or his agent in order to avoid a safety hazard To order these accessories call 1 866 539 1710 H Edge Guide A WARNING 690119003 Current attachments and accessories available for use with this product are listed above Do not use any attachments or accessories not recommended by the manufacturer of this product The use of attachments or accessories not recommended can result in serious personal injury 19 NOTES 20
4. situation which if not avoided may result in minor or moderate injury CAUTION SERVICE Servicing requires extreme care and knowledge and should be performed only by a qualified service technician For service we suggest you return the product to your nearest AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER for repair When servicing use only identical replacement parts A WARNING Without Safety Alert Symbol Indicates a situation that may result in property damage A WARNING To avoid serious personal injury do not attempt to use this product until you read thoroughly and understand completely the operator s manual If you do not understand the warnings and instructions in the operator s manual do not use this product Call RIDGIDe customer service for assistance The operation of any power tool can result in foreign objects being thrown into your eyes which can result with side shields and when needed a full face shield We recommend Wide Vision Safety Mask for use in severe eye damage Before beginning power tool operation always wear safety goggles or safety glasses a over eyeglasses or standard safety glasses with side shields Always use eye protection which is marked to comply with ANSI 287 1 SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS ELECTRICAL DOUBLE INSULATION Double insulation is a concept in safety in electric power tools which eliminates the need for the usual three wire grounded power cord All exposed metal parts a
5. 5 16 Use a guide when making long or wide rip cuts with the saw To rip cut using optional edge guide H Slide the edge guide into the slot H Adjust the guide so that the 0 on the guide is aligned with the edge of your workpiece Secure the guide with the lock screw provided with the saw Secure the workpiece Position the face of the edge guide firmly against the edge of workpiece NOTE The guiding edge of the workpiece must be straight for your cut to be straight Use caution to prevent the blade from binding in the cut Saw along workpiece keeping guide firmly against edge to achieve a straight rip cut To rip cut using a straight edge H Secure the workpiece E Clamp a straight edge to the workpiece using C clamps Saw along the straight edge to achieve a straight rip cut NOTE Do not bind the blade in the cut BEVEL CUTTING See Figures 17 19 To make the best possible cut follow these helpful hints E Align the line of cut with the inner blade guide notch on the base when making 45 bevel cuts Make a trial cut in scrap material along a guideline to determine how much you should offset the guideline on the cutting material Adjust the angle of cut to any desired setting between zero and 56 Positive stops are located at 0 45 and 56 Refer to Adjusting Bevel Setting later in this manual NOTE Push the positive 56 stop button in while raising the motor housing to set the bevel set
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7. OPERATOR S MANUAL 7 1 4 in CIRCULAR SAW DOUBLE INSULATED Your circular saw has been engineered and manufactured to our high standards for dependability ease of operation and operator safety When properly cared for it will give you years of rugged trouble free performance A WARNING To reduce the risk of injury the user must read and understand the operator s manual before using this product Thank you for buying a RIDGIDe product SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE TABLE OF CONTENTS MOJU ON sa la A R iter cer rere Rr 2 General Power Tool Safety Warnings and Instructions aa2aaaxaaavv rnunannnsnnnnnnnnnannnnnnnnnnnnnnannnnnnnnnnnunannnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnna 3 4 Circular Saw Safety Warnings and INStructions asm ansas in naal til Kasta Val KANST RR T A nk R a k Ra ka Ka 4 5 SE E 2 E A O cect SSS AS O T E A r 6 7 Eeee e E ne conan ened etn R E rr ened cies 8 aE E E E E E R I R A R T 9 10 221516 A N R T E EA E E A E E A A T E T E E 10 11 Operati saena aia anasa a erR tees 12 17 e a a E E A E E 18 IMAINTON ANC Goes ieman E AAT EERE A Era T E O E aT 19 48816 11 E A E A NN 19 Warnar ona E E rr R 21 Customer Service Momalonusus sbsab k aa R aR a tegen Back page INTRODUCTION This product has many features for making its use more pleasant and enjoyable Safety performance and dependability have been given top priority in the design of this product making it easy to mainta
8. RIDGID products may vary HOW TO OBTAIN SERVICE To obtain service for this RIDGID tool you must return it freight prepaid or take it in to an authorized service center for RIDGID branded hand held and stationary power tools You may obtain the location of the authorized service center nearest you by calling toll free 1 866 539 1710 or by log ging on to the RIDGID website at www ridgid com When requesting warranty service you must present the original dated sales receipt The authorized service center will re pair any faulty workmanship and either repair or replace any part covered under the warranty at our option at no charge to you 21 WHAT IS NOT COVERED This warranty applies only to the original purchaser at retail and may not be transferred This warranty only covers de fects arising under normal usage and does not cover any malfunction failure or defect resulting from misuse abuse neglect alteration modification or repair by other than an authorized service center for RIDGID branded hand held and stationary power tools Consumable accessories pro vided with the tool such as but not limited to blades bits and sand paper are not covered RIDGID INC AND ONE WORLD TECHNOLOGIES INC MAKE NO WARRANTIES REPRESENTATIONS OR PROMISES AS TO THE QUALITY OR PERFORMANCE OF ITS POWER TOOLS OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFI CALLY STATED IN THIS WARRANTY ADDITIONAL LIMITATIONS To the extent permitted by applicable law
9. WARRANTY RIDGID HAND HELD AND STATIONARY POWER TOOL 3 YEAR LIMITED SERVICE WARRANTY Proof of purchase must be presented when requesting war ranty service Limited to RIDGID hand held and stationary power tools purchased 2 1 04 and after This product is manufactured by One World Technologies Inc The trademark is licensed from RIDGID Inc All warranty communications should be directed to One World Technologies Inc attn RIDGID Hand Held and Stationary Power Tool Technical Service at toll free 1 866 539 1710 90 DAY SATISFACTION GUARANTEE POLICY During the first 90 days after the date of purchase if you are dissatisfied with the performance of this RIDGID Hand Held and Stationary Power Tool for any reason you may return the tool to the dealer from which it was purchased for a full refund or exchange To receive a replacement tool you must present proof of purchase and return all original equipment packaged with the original product The replacement tool will be covered by the limited warranty for the balance of the 3 YEAR service warranty period WHAT IS COVERED UNDER THE 3 YEAR LIMITED SERVICE WARRANTY This warranty on RIDGID Hand Held and Stationary Power Tools covers all defects in workmanship or materials and nor mal wear items such as brushes chucks motors switches cords gears and even cordless batteries in this RIDGID tool for three years following the purchase date of the tool Warranties for other
10. ad from lead based paints E Inspect tool cords periodically and if damaged have repaired at your nearest authorized service center Constantly stay aware of cord location Following this rule will reduce the risk of electric shock or fire Check damaged parts Before further use of the tool a guard or other part that is damaged should be carefully checked to determine that it will operate properly and perform its intended function Check for alignment of moving parts binding of moving parts breakage of parts mounting and any other conditions that may affect its operation A guard or other part that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced by an authorized service center Following this rule will reduce the risk of shock fire or serious injury Make sure your extension cord is in good condition When using an extension cord be sure to use one heavy enough to carry the current your product will draw A wire gauge size A W G of at least 12 is recommended for an extension cord 50 feet or less in length A cord exceeding 100 feet is not recommended If in doubt use the next heavier gauge The smaller the gauge number the heavier the cord An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of power and overheating Inspect for and remove all nails from lumber before using this tool Following this rule will reduce the risk of serious personal injury If the power supply cordis damaged it must be
11. before placing saw down on bench or floor An unprotected coasting blade will cause the saw to walk backwards cutting whatever is in its path Be aware of the time it takes for the blade to stop after switch is released ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES Hold power tools by insulated gripping surfaces when performing an operation where the cutting tool may contact hidden wiring or its own cord Contact with a live wire will make exposed metal parts of the tool live and shock the operator Know your power tool Read operator s manual carefully Learn its applications and limitations as well as the specific potential hazards related to this tool Following this rule will reduce the risk of electric shock fire or serious injury Always wear safety glasses Everyday eyeglasses have only impact resistant lenses they are NOT safety glasses Following this rule will reduce the risk of serious personal injury Protect your lungs Wear a face or dust mask if the operation is dusty Following this rule will reduce the risk of serious personal injury Protect your hearing Wear hearing protection during extended periods of operation Following this rule will reduce the risk of serious personal injury A WARNING Some dust created by power sanding sawing grinding drilling and other construction activities contains chemicals known to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm Some examples of these chemicals are e le
12. blade depth setting Swing the lower blade guard up using the lower blade guard handle NOTE Always raise the lower blade guard with the handle to avoid serious injury Hold the lower blade guard by the handle Rest the front of the base flat against the workpiece with the rear of the handle raised so the blade does not touch the workpiece Start the saw and let the blade reach full speed H Guide the saw into the workpiece and make the cut A WARNING Always cut in a forward direction when pocket cutting Cutting in the reverse direction could cause the saw to climb up on the workpiece and back toward you E Release the trigger and allow the blade to come to a complete stop E Lift the saw from the workpiece E Clear corners out with a hand saw or sabre saw 17 56 ADJUSTMENT BUTTON BEVEL SCALE BEVEL BLADE ADJUSTMENT GUIDE NOTCH LEVER GUIDELINE Fig 18 BLADE GUARD LOWER BLADE GUARD HANDLE Fig 20 ADJUSTMENTS A WARNING Before performing any adjustment make sure the tool is unplugged from the power supply and the switch is in the OFF position Failure to heed this warning could result in serious personal injury POSITIVE 0 BEVEL STOP See Figures 21 22 The saw has a positive 0 bevel stop that has been factory adjusted to assure 0 angle of the saw blade when making 90 cuts However misalignment can occur during shipping To check positive 0 bevel stop H Unpl
13. ce a cut Do not cut warped or wet lumber Hold the saw firmly with both hands and keep your body in a balanced position so as to resist the forces if kickback should occur A WARNING When using the saw always stay alert and exercise control Do not remove the saw from the workpiece while the blade is moving SAW BLADES The best of saw blades will not cut efficiently if they are not kept clean sharp and properly set Using a dull blade will place a heavy load on the saw and increase the danger of kickback Keep extra blades on hand so that sharp blades are always available Gum and wood pitch hardened on blades will slow the saw down Remove saw blade from the saw and use gum and pitch remover hot water or kerosene to remove these accumulations DO NOT USE GASOLINE BLADE GUARD SYSTEM See Figure 8 The lower blade guard attached to the circular saw is there for your protection and safety Do not alter it for any reason If it becomes damaged do not operate the saw until you have the guard repaired or replaced Always leave guard in operating position when using the saw A DANGER When sawing through work lower blade guard does not cover blade on the underside of work Since blade is exposed on underside of work keep hands and fingers away from cutting area Any part of your body coming in contact with moving blade will result in serious injury A CAUTION To avoid possible serious injury never use saw when g
14. ce of the wood causing the blade to climb out of the kerf and jump back toward the operator Kickback is the result of saw misuse and or incorrect operating procedures or conditions and can be avoided by taking proper precautions as given below E Maintain a firm grip with both hands on the saw and position your arms to resist kickback forces Position your body to either side of the blade but not in line with the blade Kickback could cause the saw to jump backwards but kickback forces can be controlled by the operator if proper precautions are taken H When blade is binding or when interrupting a cut for any reason release the trigger and hold the saw motionless in the material until the blade comes to a complete stop Never attempt to remove the saw from the work or pull the saw backward while the blade is in motion or kickback may occur Investigate and take corrective actions to eliminate the cause of blade binding H When restarting a saw in the workpiece centre the saw blade in the kerf and check that saw teeth are not engaged into the material If saw blade is binding it may walk up or kickback from the workpiece as the saw is restarted H Support large panels to minimise the risk of blade pinching and kickback Large panels tend to sag under their own weight Supports must be placed under the panel on both sides near the line of cut and near the edge of the panel H Do not use dull or damaged blades Unsharpened or improp
15. derwriter s Laboratories UL should be used When working outdoors with a tool use an extension cord that is designed for outside use This type of cord is designated with W A or W on the cord s jacket Before using any extension cord inspect it for loose or exposed wires and cut or worn insulation Ampere rating on tool data plate 0 2 0 2 1 3 4 3 5 5 0 5 1 7 0 Cord Length Wire Size A W G C e 16 e e uo u 50 16 16 16 14 14 12 o e e a 2 w 7 Used on 12 gauge 20 amp circuit NOTE AWG American Wire Gauge 7 1 12 0 12 1 16 0 A WARNING Keep the extension cord clear of the working area Position the cord so that it will not get caught on lumber tools or other obstructions while you are working with a power tool Failure to do so can result in serious personal injury A WARNING Check extension cords before each use If damaged replace immediately Never use tool with a damaged cord since touching the damaged area could cause electrical shock resulting in serious injury FEATURES PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Blade Diameter cccccccccssccccessecescecesseeeeseeeesees 7 1 4 in Cutting Depth at 51 59 2aaaaaaaaaaanaas assansansannsannaa 1 5 8 in Blade Arbor cccceccceccesscecceescescceseeareesececesaeeeseeereeaeens 5 8 in IMPUN S 120 V AC only 60 Hz 15 Amps Cutting Depth at OS a sedii a iiditideidedeat 2 3 8 in No Load Speed eget gree rere tere 5 800 r min RPM Cutting D
16. e power tool Keep cord away from heat oil sharp edges or moving parts Damaged or entangled cords increase the risk of electric shock When operating a power tool outdoors use an extension cord suitable for outdoor use Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock If operating a power tool in a damp location is unavoidable use a residual current device RCD protected supply Use of an RCD reduces the risk of electric shock Note The term residual current device RCD may be replaced by the term ground fault circuit interrupter GFCl or earth leakage circuit breaker ELCB PERSONAL SAFETY E Stay alert watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a power tool Do not use a power tool while you are tired or under the influence of drugs alcohol or medication A moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury Use personal protective equipment Always wear eye protection Protective equipment such as dust mask non skid safety shoes hard hat or hearing protection used for appropriate conditions will reduce personal injuries Prevent unintentional starting Ensure the switch is in the off position before connecting to power source and or battery pack picking up or carrying tool Carrying power tools with your finger on the switch or energising power tools that have the switch on invites accidents Remove any adjust
17. epth at 45 aiiiiaaiiinaniaaasasansasasasansasananaai 4 3 4 in Net Weight siudassnsandvdrnamdannundomk a ra das nuna 10 Ibs SPINDLE R LOCK SWITCH K TRIGGER a DUST CHUTE HANDLE DEPTH OF S ADJUSTMENT DEPTH LEVER ADJUSTMENT POSITIVE 56 LEVER STOP BUTTON FULL LENGTH KERF INDICATOR UPPER 6mm BLADE WRENCH WRENCH STORAGE Fig 1 FEATURES KNOW YOUR CIRCULAR SAW See Figure 1 The safe use of this product requires an understanding of the information on the product and in this operator s manual as well as a knowledge of the project you are attempting Before use of this product familiarize yourself with all operating features and safety rules DUST CHUTE To direct saw dust and chips away from the operator a dust chute is located on the side of the upper blade guard ERGONOMIC DESIGN The design provides comfort when operating in different positions and at different angles FULL LENGTH KERF INDICATOR Indicates blade position for more accurate cutting ASSEMBLY ILLUMINATED PLUG This saw is equipped with a plug that illuminates when power is supplied to the tool This allows the operator to easily identify live tools BLADE WRENCH STORAGE Blade wrench storage is located on saw housing below the cord exit The storage area can be accessed by adjusting the saw to a bevel position POWER CORD The 12 foot cord has a built in cord wrap SPINDLE LOCK The spindle lock allows you to sec
18. er hold piece being cut in your hands or across your leg Secure the workpiece to a stable platform It is important to support the work properly to minimize body exposure blade binding or loss of control H Hold power tool by insulated gripping surfaces when performing an operation where the cutting tool may contact hidden wiring or its own cord Contact with a live wire will also make exposed metal parts of the power tool live and shock the operator E When ripping always use a rip fence or straight edge guide This improves the accuracy of cut and reduces the chance of blade binding E Always use blades with correct size and shape diamond versus round of arbour holes Blades that do not match the mounting hardware of the saw will run eccentrically causing loss of control E Never use damaged or incorrect blade washers or bolt The blade washers and bolt were specially designed for your saw for optimum performance and safety of operation CAUSES AND OPERATOR PREVENTION OF KICKBACK Kickback is a sudden reaction to a pinched bound or misaligned saw blade causing an uncontrolled saw to lift up and out of the workpiece toward the operator When the blade is pinched or bound tightly by the kerf closing down the blade stalls and the motor reaction drives the unit rapidly back toward the operator If the blade becomes twisted or misaligned in the cut the teeth at the back edge of the blade can dig into the top surfa
19. erly set blades produce narrow kerf causing excessive friction blade binding and kickback E Blade depth and bevel adjusting locking levers must be tight and secure before making cut If blade adjustment shifts while cutting it may cause binding and kickback E Use extra caution when making a plunge cut into existing walls or other blind areas The protruding blade may cut objects that can cause kickback H Check lower guard for proper closing before each use Do not operate saw if lower guard does not move freely and close instantly Never clamp or tie the lower guard into the open position If saw is accidentally dropped lower guard may be bent Raise the lower guard with the retracting handle and make sure it moves freely and does not touch the blade or any other part in all angles and depths of cut CIRCULAR SAW SAFETY WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS Check the operation of the lower guard spring If the guard and the spring are not operating properly they must be serviced before use Lower guard may operate sluggishly due to damaged parts gummy deposits or a build up of debris Lower guard should be retracted manually only for special cuts such as plunge cuts and compound cuts Raise lower guard by retracting handle and as soon as blade enters the material the lower guard must be released For all other sawing the lower guard should operate automatically Always observe that the lower guard is covering the blade
20. ill prevent blade screw from securing blade on spindle Either of these situations could result in a serious accident CAUTION To prevent damage to the spindle or spindle lock always allow motor to come to a complete stop before engaging spindle lock ASSEMBLY ATTACHING BLADE See Figures 2 3 Unplug the saw Depress and hold spindle lock Remove blade screw by turning it counterclockwise with the 6 mm blade wrench while keeping the spindle lock button depressed Remove outer blade washer D washer A WARNING If inner flange bushing has been removed replace it before placing blade on spindle Failure to do so will prevent blade from tightening properly and could result in serious personal injury Retract the lower guard into the upper guard making sure the lower guard spring works properly allowing the guard to move freely Check to see that the saw teeth and arrow on the saw blade and the arrow on the lower guard are pointing in the same direction NOTE The saw teeth point upward at the front of the saw as shown Fit the saw blade inside the lower blade guard and onto the spindle Replace D washer Depress spindle lock and replace blade screw Tighten blade screw securely by turning it clockwise with the 6 mm blade wrench NOTE Never use a blade that is too thick to allow the D washer to engage with the flats on the spindle REMOVING BLADE See Figure 2 3 Unplug the saw
21. in and operate GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS A WARNING 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 in the warnings refers to your mains operated corded power tool or battery operated cordless power tool WORK AREA SAFETY E Keep work area clean and well lit Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents E Do not operate power tools in explosive atmo spheres such as in the presence of flammable liquids gases or dust Power tools create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes E Keep children and bystanders away while operating a power tool Distractions can cause you to lose control ELECTRICAL SAFETY E Power tool plugs must match the outlet Never modify the plug in any way Do not use any adapter plugs with earthed grounded power tools Unmodified plugs and matching outlets will reduce risk of electric shock Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces such as pipes radiators ranges and refrigerators There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is earthed or grounded Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of electric shock Do not abuse the cord Never use the cord for carrying pulling or unplugging th
22. ing key or wrench before turning the power tool on A wrench or a key left attached to a rotating part of the power tool may result in personal injury Do not overreach Keep proper footing and balance at all times This enables better control of the power tool in unexpected situations Dress properly Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery Keep your hair clothing and gloves away from moving parts Loose clothes jewellery or long hair can be caught in moving parts If devices are provided for the connection of dust extraction and collection facilities ensure these are connected and properly used Use of dust collection can reduce dust related hazards POWER TOOL USE AND CARE Do not force the power tool Use the correct power tool for your application The correct power tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn it on and off Any power tool that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired Disconnect the plug from the power source and or the battery pack from the power tool before making any adjustments changing accessories or storing power tools Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the power tool accidentally Store idle power tools out of the reach of children and do not allow persons unfamiliar with the power tool or these instructions to operate the power tool Power tools are dangero
23. llow the blade to come to a complete stop Do not remove the saw from the workpiece while the blade is moving ADJUSTING BLADE DEPTH See Figure 10 Always keep correct blade depth setting Less than a full tooth of the blade teeth should be visible below the workpiece More blade depth will increase the chance of kickback and cause the cut to be rough H Unplug the saw H Pull depth adjustment lever upward to release E Determine the desired depth of cut H Hold base flat against the workpiece and raise or lower saw until the index point or mark on the saw aligns with the desired depth on the scale H Push down on depth adjustment lever to lock into position INDEXABLE LEVERS See Figure 11 The levers on the saw can be repositioned for the best tightening position E Pull the lever out from the saw and to desired position H Push lever back in and down to lock into place H Check to be sure the base is clamped securely SWITCH TRIGGER DEPTH OF CUT SCALE ADJUSTMENT LEVER 7 PUSH IN AND DOWN TO LOCK PULL OUT AND UP TO POSITION Fig 11 OPERATION OPERATING THE SAW See Figures 12 14 Itis important to understand the correct method for operating the saw Refer to the figures in this section to learn the correct and incorrect ways for handling the saw AY WARNING To make sawing easier and safer always maintain proper control of the saw Loss of control could cause an accident resul
24. ot Surface DESIGNATION EXPLANATION Voltage Current Frequency cycles per second Power Time Type of current Type or a characteristic of current Rotational speed at no load Double insulated construction Revolutions strokes surface speed orbits etc per minute Do not expose to rain or use in damp locations To reduce the risk of injury user must read and understand operator s manual before using this product Always wear safety goggles safety glasses with side shields or a full face shield when operating this product Precautions that involve your safety Failure to keep your hands away from the blade will result in seri ous personal injury Failure to keep your hands away from the blade will result in serious personal injury Failure to keep your hands away from the blade will result in serious personal injury Failure to keep your hands away from the blade will result in serious personal injury To reduce the risk of injury or damage avoid contact with any hot surface SYMBOLS The following signal words and meanings are intended to explain the levels of risk associated with this product SYMBOL SIGNAL MEANING i Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which if not avoided will DANGER result in death or serious injury WARNING Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury CAUTION Indicates a potentially hazardous
25. re isolated from the internal metal motor components with protecting insulation Double insulated tools do not need to be grounded A WARNING The double insulated system is intended to protect the user from shock resulting from a break in the product s internal wiring Observe all normal safety precautions to avoid electrical shock NOTE Servicing of a tool with double insulation requires extreme care and knowledge of the system and should be performed only by a qualified service technician For service we suggest you return the tool to your nearest authorized service center for repair Always use original factory replacement parts when servicing ELECTRICAL CONNECTION This tool has a precision built electric motor It should be connected to a power supply that is 120 volts AC only normal household current 60 Hz Do not operate this tool on direct current DC A substantial voltage drop will cause a loss of power and the motor will overheat If your tool does not operate when plugged into an outlet double check the power supply EXTENSION CORDS When using a power tool at a considerable distance from a power source be sure to use an extension cord that has the capacity to handle the current the tool will draw An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in overheating and loss of power Use the chart to determine the minimum wire size required in an extension cord Only round jacketed cords listed by Un
26. replaced only by the manufacturer or by an authorized service center to avoid risk Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery Contain long hair Loose clothes jewellery or long hair can be drawn into air vents Do not use on a ladder or unstable support Stable footing on a solid surface enables better control of the tool in unexpected situations Save these instructions Refer to them frequently and use them to instruct others who may use this tool If you loan someone this tool loan them these instructions also crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products and e arsenic and chromium from chemically treated lumber Your risk from these exposures varies depending on how often you do this type of work To reduce your exposure to these chemicals work in a well ventilated area and work with approved safety equipment such as those dust masks that are specially designed to filter out microscopic particles SYMBOLS Some of the following symbols may be used on this product Please study them and learn their meaning Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the product better and safer SYMBOL NAME Volts Amperes Hertz Watt Minutes Alternating Current Direct Current No Load Speed Class II Tool Per Minute Wet Conditions Alert Read The Operator s Manual Eye Protection Safety Alert No Hands Symbol No Hands Symbol No Hands Symbol No Hands Symbol H
27. serious personal injury To guard against kickback avoid dangerous practices such as the following E Setting blade depth incorrectly Sawing into knots or nails in workpiece Twisting the blade while making a cut Making a cut with a dull gummed up or improperly set blade Supporting the workpiece incorrectly Forcing a cut Cutting warped or wet lumber Operating the tool incorrectly or misusing the tool To lessen the chance of kickback follow these safety practices E Keep the blade at the correct depth setting Less than a full tooth of the blade teeth should be visible below the workpiece E Inspect the workpiece for knots or nails before cutting Never saw into a knot or nail 12 Q l E KICKBACK BLADE SET TOO DEEP Fig 4 INCORRECT SUPPORT Fig 5 LOWER BLADE GUARD IS IN UP POSITION WHEN MAKING A CUT RIE D o e ae e S F CORRECT BLADE DEPTH SETTING LESS THAN A FULL TOOTH OF THE BLADE TEETH SHOULD BE VISIBLE BELOW THE WORKPIECE Fig 6 H Make straight cuts Always use a straight edge guide when rip cutting This helps prevent twisting the blade H Use clean sharp and properly set blades Never make cuts with dull blades H Support the workpiece properly before beginning a cut OPERATION Use steady even pressure when making a cut Never for
28. ting above 45 and up to 56 Adjusting Bevel Setting H Unplug the saw E Pull the bevel adjustment lever upward until the motor housing moves freely Rotate motor housing end of saw until you reach the desired angle setting on bevel scale NOTE Positive stops are located at 0 45 and 56 Push the positive 56 stop button in while raising the motor housing to set the bevel setting above 45 and up to 56 Push downward on the bevel adjustment lever until the motor housing is securely locked in place 16 Fig 15 C CLAMP STRAIGHT SR EDGE A N LL LL GUIDELINE WORKPIECE 56 BEVEL BUTTON ADJUSTMENT LEVER Fig 17 OPERATION A WARNING Attempting a bevel cut without having the bevel adjustment lever securely locked in place can result in serious injury Bevel Cutting H Hold the saw firmly with both hands as shown Rest the front edge of the base on the workpiece Start the saw and let the blade reach full speed Guide the saw into the workpiece and make the cut Release the trigger and allow the blade to come to a complete stop H Lift the saw from the workpiece POCKET CUTTING See Figure 20 A WARNING Always adjust bevel setting to zero before making a pocket cut Attempting a pocket cut at any other setting can result in loss of control of the saw possibly causing serious injury Adjust the bevel setting to zero Set the blade to the correct
29. ting in possible serious injury DANGER When lifting the saw from the workpiece the blade is exposed on the underside of the saw until the lower blade guard closes Make sure the lower blade guard is closed before setting the saw down To make the best possible cut follow these helpful hints E Hold the saw firmly with both hands E Avoid placing your hand on the workpiece while making a cut H Support the workpiece so that the cut kerf is always to your side H Support the workpiece near the cut E Clamp the workpiece securely so that the workpiece will not move during the cut H Always place the saw on the workpiece that is supported not the cut off piece H Place the workpiece with the good side down E Draw a guideline along the desired line of cut before beginning the cut E Keep the cord away from the cutting area Always place Fig 13 the cord to prevent it from hanging up on the workpiece H while making a cut AX DANGER If the cord hangs up on the workpiece during a cut release the switch trigger immediately Unplug the saw and reposition the cord to prevent it from hanging up again GUIDELINE DANGER RM Using a saw with a damaged cord could result in serious injury or death If the cord has been damaged have it replaced before using the saw again VINNY SN FULL LENGTH KERF INDICATOR Fig 14 15 OPERATION RIP CUTTING See Figures 1
30. uard is not operating correctly Check the guard for correct operation before each use The guard is operating correctly when it moves freely and instantly returns to the closed position If you drop the saw check the lower blade guard and bumper for damage at all depth settings before reuse 13 2 il IE I 7 CORRECT SUPPORT LOWER BLADE GUARD IS IN UP POSITION WHEN MAKING A CUT A WARNING Never tie the lower blade guard in a raised position Leaving the blade exposed could lead to serious injury If at any time the lower blade guard does not snap closed unplug the saw from the power supply Exercise the lower guard by moving it rapidly back and forth from the full open position to the closed position several times Normally this will restore the guard to its normal operating condition If it does not correct a slow or sluggish closing lower guard do not use the saw Take it to an authorized factory service center for repair OPERATION STARTING STOPPING THE SAW See Figure 9 To start the saw Depress the switch trigger Always let the blade reach full speed then guide the saw into the workpiece A WARNING The blade coming in contact with the workpiece before it reaches full speed could cause the saw to kickback towards you resulting in serious injury To stop the saw Release the switch trigger After you release the switch trigger a
31. ug the saw E Place the saw in an upside down position on a workbench H Move the lower blade guard out of the way so that the saw blade is exposed H Check the squareness of the saw blade to the base of the saw using a combination square To adjust positive 0 bevel stop H Unplug the saw E Pull bevel adjustment lever upward to release H Turn TORXeT 8 adjustment screw with TORXe T 8 wrench and adjust base until it is square with the saw blade H Securely lock the bevel adjustment lever A WARNING Attempting a bevel cut without having the bevel adjustment lever securely locked in place can result in serious injury 18 COMBINATION SQUARE 2 TORXe T 8 ADJUSTMENT TORXe T 8 WRENCH TORXe T 8 ADJUSTMENT POSITIVE 0 BEVEL STOP TORXe T 8 BEVEL ADJUSTMENT LEVER er ii Fig 22 MAINTENANCE A WARNING When servicing use only identical RIDGIDe replacement parts Use of any other parts may create a hazard or cause product damage A WARNING Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields during power tool operation or when blowing dust If operation is dusty also wear a dust mask GENERAL MAINTENANCE Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts Most plastics are susceptible to damage from various types of commercial solvents and may be damaged by their use Use clean cloths to remove dirt dust oil grease etc A WARNING Do not at any time let brake fluids
32. ure the blade when turning the blade screw UNPACKING This product requires assembly E Carefully remove the product and any accessories from the box Make sure that all items listed in the packing list are included E Inspect the product carefully to make sure no breakage or damage occurred during shipping E Donotdiscard the packing material until you have carefully inspected and satisfactorily operated the product E If any parts are damaged or missing please call 1 866 539 1710 for assistance PACKING LIST 7 1 4 in Circular Saw Blade 6 mm Blade Wrench Operator s Manual A WARNING If any parts are damaged or missing do not operate this product until the parts are replaced Failure to heed this warning could result in serious personal injury 10 A WARNING Do not attempt to modify this product or create accessories not recommended for use with this product Any such alteration or modification is misuse and could result in a hazardous condition leading to possible serious personal injury WARNING Do not connect to power supply until assembly is complete Failure to comply could result in accidental starting and possible serious personal injury WARNING 7 1 4 in blade is the maximum blade capacity of the saw Also never use a blade that is too thick to allow outer blade washer to engage with the flat on the spindle Larger blades will come in contact with the blade guides while thicker blades w
33. us in the hands of untrained users Maintain power tools Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts breakage of parts and any other condition that may affect the power tool s operation If damaged have the power tool repaired before use Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained power tools Keep cutting tools sharp and clean Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control Use the power tool accessories and tool bits etc in accordance with these instructions taking into account the working conditions and the work to be performed Use of the power tool for operations different from those intended could result in a hazardous situation GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS SERVICE E Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair person using only identical replacement parts This will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained CIRCULAR SAW SAFETY WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS A DANGER Keep hands away from cutting area and the blade Keep your second hand on auxiliary handle or motor housing If both hands are holding the saw they cannot be cut by the blade H Donotreach underneath the workpiece The guard can not protect you from the blade below the workpiece E Adjust the cutting depth to the thickness of the workpiece Less than a full tooth of the blade teeth should be visible below the workpiece E Nev
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