Kawasaki 691191 User's Manual
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1. 8 9 BATTERY ma s s s s 9 9 9 9 9 na s 3 3 s s s 3 3 3 3 s s 3 n 3 3 s 3 s 3 s s 3 3 s 9 10 GENERAL SAFETY RULES FOR ALL BATTERY OPERATED TOOLS REMOVING ATTACHING BATTERY PACK 10 CHARGER 10 11 READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS Failure to CHARGING BATTERY PACK sisse ne 11 follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock fire and or SYMBOLS 3 deo e oe atuqqa kukaa dbviet VERDE 12 serious personal injury SECTION THREE FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION 13 14 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS 15 17 peor eser Aou ER e dc UD ATTACHING REMOVING BLADE 15 16 The safety instructions provided in this manual are not intended to cover all possible ADJUSTING THE DEPTH AND ANGLE 47 conditions and practices that may occur when operating maintaining and cleaning OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS isses 18 22 power tools OPERATING TRIGGER SWITCH 18 Always use common sense and pay particular attention to all the DANGER GENERAL CUTTING sssssssss es 19 WARNING CAUTION and NOTE statements of this manual POCKET CUTTING 20 A This is the safety alert symbol It is used to alert USING THE LASER 0 uuu au amaka paga suu Qata 21 you to potential personal injury hazards Obey all LASER S2. 3 Adjust the angle of your cut 45V 4 Tighten the angle knob securely by turning clockwise 17 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 4 WARNING Be aware that this tool is always in an operating condition because it does not have to be plugged into an electrical outlet Always turn the switch OFF and remove the battery pack before changing bits OPERATING THE TRIGGER SWITCH 4 WARNING Never tape the trigger switch down to provide continuous high speed The tool may fail under such conditions causing fire or personal injury The lock off button helps prevent accidental starting This button can be pressed from either side THIS TOOL IS CONTROLLED BY A TRIGGER SWITCH Press the lock off button then pull the ON OFF trigger to turn the Circular Saw ON To turn the Circular Saw OFF release the trigger switch The lock off button will automatically reset LOCK OFF BUTTON TRIGGER SWITCH GENERAL CUTTING POCKET CUTTING A WARNING Always hold the saw in front of you and away from your body Keep your WARNING if the blade binds release the trigger immediately Do hands and feet well away from the work piece not move the saw until the blade comes to a complete stop Find the cause of the binding before starting the saw again Never feed the blade into the work piece until the blade is at full speed If the blade is not at full speed the saw may kick back causing serious personal injury If the
3. Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts breakage of parts and any other condition that may affect the tool s operation If damaged have the tool serviced before using Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained tools Use only accessories that are recommended by the manufacturer for your model Accessories that may be suitable for one tool may create a risk of injury when used on another tool Tool service must be performed only by qualified repair personnel Service or maintenance by unqualified personnel may result in a risk of injury When servicing a tool use only identical replacement parts Follow instructions in the Maintenance section of this manual Use of unauthorized parts or failure to follow Maintenance Instructions may create a risk of shock or injury SAFETY RULES FOR CIRCULAR SAW A CAUTION NEVER assume the blade has stopped just because the trigger has been released Blades may continue moving even after the motor stops Always wear safety goggles or eye protection when using this tool Use a dust mask or respirator for applications which generate dust This saw may throw up debris that could lodge in the eyes causing severe pain or injury Inspect the bolts and blade washers before each use Damaged or incorrect bolts or blade washers can cause injury When using the Circular Saw always maintain a firm grip on the tool with both hands Never put your hands or feet in the cutting area Do not gr
4. min Minutes Time S Seconds Time j Diameter Size of Drill Bits Grinding Wheels etc Ny No load speed No load Rotational Speed min Revolutions per Minute Revolutions Surface Speed Strokes etc per Minute 1 28 Ring Selector Settings Speed Torque or Position Settings FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTIONS CONTROLS AND COMPONENTS 1 Battery Pack 2 Release Buttons on Each Side 3 120V AC Cord 4 Charger 5 LED Charging Indicators 6 Saw Shoe 7 Trigger Switch 8 Lock Off Button 9 Rubber Grip ACCESSORIES 10 Saw Blade 11 Rip Fence Guide 12 Laser Level Battery Compartment 13 Laser On Off Switch COMPONENT MODEL NUMBER BATTERY PACK 691034 CHARGER 690507 SAW BLADES 690086 13 CONTROL FEATURES BEVEL Ba S LEVELING DEPTH Se KNOB ADJUSTMENT KNOB This knob controls the beveling This knob controls the depth of of your cut your cut BLADE SAFETY LOCK BUTTON This button locks the blade in position and prevents it from moving RIP FENCE The scaled rip fence guides the saw to cut exactly along the edge of work piece making straight and accurate parallel cuts RIP FENCE LOCK KNOB This knob secures the rip fence in place 14 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS A WARNING Always remove battery pack before installing or removing blade When removing the blade from the tool avoid contact with skin and use proper protective gloves when grasping the blade or
5. Do not attempt to repair the Cordless Circular Saw battery pack or charger yourself Opening any of these parts will void your warranty 23 Use only accessories that are recommended by the manufacturer for your model Accessories that may be suitable for one tool may become hazardous when used on another tool Always attach grounded 3 prong extension cords to grounded 3 hole outlets If you must use an extension cord be sure that the gauge is large enough to carry the amount of current necessary for your power tool If not your tool may experi ence a loss of power excessive voltage drop or overheating The smaller the gauge number the heavier the cord see table below RECOMMENDED SIZES OF EXTENSION CORDS 120 VOLT AC 60 HZ TOOLS AMPERE 10FT 25FT 50FT 100FT 3 6 18 18 18 18 6 8 18 18 18 16 8 10 18 18 18 14 10 12 16 16 14 14 12 16 14 12 12 z 16 20 12 12 12 SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS Voltage 19 2V Switch On Off Switch Charger Input 120V N 60Hz Charging Time Approx 1 hour No Load Speed RPM Blade Diameter 3700 Min 140mm 5 1 2 Battery Type Ni Cad Laser Class II Laser Power 1 0mw min 2 0mw max Laser Wavelength 650nm Laser Beam Diameter 1mm at aperture 24 PROTECTING THE ENVIRONMENT BATTERIES Alltrade batteries can be recharged many times At the end of their useful life recycle batteries with due care for our environment Ni Cad and Ni MH batteries are recyclab
6. Do not use the Cordless Circular Saw if the battery pack is not seated properly 4 WARNING Before using battery charger please read carefully all instructions and cautionary markings on battery charger battery pack and product using battery NOTE The charger will not automatically turn OFF when the battery pack is fully charged The charging indicator light will remain ON until the charger is disconnected from the electrical outlet Use only the charger which accompanied your product or direct replacement as listed in this manual Do not substitute any other charger Use only Alltrade approved chargers with your product Do not disassemble charger Do not use charger if it has been damaged left outdoors in the rain snow wet or damp environments or immersed in liquid The battery pack and charger heat during charging Place the charger on a flat non flammable surface away from flammable materials with at least four inches of clearance to allow proper air circulation around the charger and battery pack When the battery pack requires recharging a 1 hour charge allows the tool to operate at full power A charging indicator light on the charger will illuminate to show that charging is taking place CHARGING BATTERY PACK BATTERY PACK CHARGE BATTERY PACK 1 Plug the charger into the nearest 120 volt electri cal outlet The step of the battery has positive and terminal markings on it Align the mar
7. OTHER THAN THE ABOVE WARRANTY IS MADE WITH REGARD TO THIS PRODUCT ALL EXPRESS AND OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES GUARANTIES AND OR REPRESENTATIONS BY ALLTRADE AND OR ITS REPRESENTATIVE S REGARDING THE DESIGN MANUFACTURE PURCHASE USE AND OR OPERATION OF THE PRODUCT OR ANY COMPONENT THEREOF SOLD HEREUNDER REGARDLESS OF WHETHER ANY SUCH WARRANTY GUARANTY AND OR REPRESENTATION WRITTEN OR ORAL ARISES BY OPERATION OF LAW AND OR EQUITY AND OR BY ANY ACT OR OMISSION OF ALLTRADE AND OR ITS REPRESENTATIVE S OR THE PURCHASER INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY AND THE WARRANTY OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE HEREBY EXPRESSLY EXCLUDED AND DISCLAIMED BY ALLTRADE AND OR ITS REPRESENTATIVES PURCHASER KNOWINGLY AND WILLINGLY WAIVES ANY AND ALL SUCH WARRANTIES AND RIGHTS CLAIMS AND OR CAUSES OF ACTION ARISING THEREFROM OR BASED THEREON PURCHASER S SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY IS AS STATED ABOVE Limitation Of Liability IN NO EVENT SHALL ALLTRADE AND OR ITS REPRESENTATIVE S BE LIABLE FOR INDIRECT INCIDENTAL SPECIAL AND OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OF ANY KIND ARISING OUT OF OR RELATED TO DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY ANY BREACH OF ANY PROVISION OF ANY AGREEMENT BETWEEN ALLTRADE AND OR ITS REPRESENTATIVE S AND PURCHASER ANY WARRANTY HEREUNDER AND OR THE EXISTENCE DESIGN MANUFACTURE PURCHASE USE AND OR OPERATION OF ANY ITEM S SOLD HEREUNDER EVEN IF ALLTRADE AND OR ITS REPRESENTATIVE S HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILI
8. accessory Accessories may be hot after prolonged use NOTE If the blade clamp screw will not loosen enough to allow blade installation tap gently on the end of the wrench with a mallet until the Clamp screw breaks free ATTACHING REMOVING BLADE ATTACHING THE BLADE REMOVING THE BLADE 1 Remove the battery pack 1 Remove the battery pack Retract the lower guard see Fig 1 2 Use the wrench to loosen the clamping screw while pressing down on the blade safety lock Put clamp washers and clamping button see Fig 3 and Fig 4 screw loosely in position 2 3 Slip the blade into place see Fig 2 4 3 Remove the blade 5 Use the wrench to tighten the clamping screw while pressing 4 Tighten T blade Ta down on the clamping knob screw back into place see Fig 3 and Fig 4 5 Remove wrench 6 Remove wrench 6 Replace the battery pack 7 Replace the battery pack LOOSEN TIGHTEN CLOCKWISE COUNTER CLOCKWISE 15 16 ADJUSTING DEPTH AND ANGLE ADJUST CUTTING DEPTH 1 Remove the battery pack 2 Hold the saw firmly and loosen the depth adjustment knob by turning it counter clockwise 3 Move the shoe to obtain the desired depth of cut 4 Tighten depth adjustment knob securely by turning clockwise before operating the saw ADJUSTMENT KNOB ADJUST BEVEL ANGLE 1 Remove the battery pack 2 Loosen the bevel angle knob by turning it counter clockwise
9. to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm Some examples of these chemicals are Lead from lead based paints e Crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products and 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 dust masks that are specially designed to filter out microscopic particles WARNING Handling the power cord on this product may expose you to lead a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm Wash hands after handling SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE 3 A WARNING Keep your work area clean and well lit Cluttered benches and dark areas invite accidents Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres such as in the pres ence of flammable liquids gases or dust Power tools create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes Keep bystanders children and visitors away while operating a power tool Distractions can cause you to lose control ELECTRICAL SAFETY A WARNING Do not abuse the cord Never use the cord to carry the tool Keep the cord away from heat oil sharp edges or moving parts Replace damaged cords immediately Damaged cords may create a fire A battery operated t
10. to either side of the saw blade but not in line with the saw blade KICKBACK could cause the saw to jump backwards See Causes and Prevention of Kickback Do not reach underneath the work The guard cannot protect you from the blade below the work 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 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 Check the operation and condition 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 buildup of debris Lower guard should be retracted manually only for special cuts such as Pocket Cuts and Compound Cuts Raise lower guard by Retracting Handle As soon as the blade enters the material lower guard must be released For all other saw ing the lower guard should operate automatically Always observe that the lower guard is covering the blade 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 the switch i
11. wear eye protection Dust mask non skid safety shoes hard hat or hearing protection must be used for appropriate con ditions TOOL USE AND CARE Use clamps or other practical ways to secure and support the workpiece to a stable platform Holding the work by hand or against your body is unstable and may lead to loss of control Do not force tool Use the correct tool for your application The correct tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it is designed Do not use the tool if the power switch does not turn it ON or OFF A tool that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired Disconnect battery pack from tool or place the switch in the locked or OFF position before making any adjustments changing accessories or storing the tool Such preventative safety measures reduce the risk of starting the tool accidentally Store idle tools out of reach of children and other untrained persons Tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users When battery pack is not in use keep it away from other metal objects like paper clips coins keys nails screws or other small metal objects that can make a connection from one terminal to another Shorting the battery terminals together may cause sparks burns or a fire Maintain tools with care Keep cutting tools sharp and clean Properly maintained tools with sharp cutting edge are less likely to bind and are easier to control
12. AFETY u ul s saskasnaqukasqqaqaqawqqaqaqaqusqaki 22 safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid REPLACING LASER BATTERIES 22 possible injury or death SECTION FOUR n P MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING a 23 DANGER m SIT niine Niy Nazareo ACCESSORIES 24 situation which if not avoided will result in death apie cee coset eet a aaa naa amana a or serious injury SPECIFICATIONS 0 0 0000 eee eee 24 2 IWARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury A WARNING ICAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided may result in minor or moderate injury A CAUTION CAUTION CAUTION used without the safety alert symbol indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided may result in property damage NOTE NOTE provides additional information that is useful for proper use and maintenance of this tool If a NOTE is indicated make sure it is fully understood IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS A DANGER People with electronic devices such as pacemakers should consult their physician s before using this product Operation of electrical equipment in close proximity to a heart pacemaker could cause interference or failure of the pacemaker WARNING Some dust created by power sanding sawing grinding drilling and other construction activities contains chemicals known to the State of California
13. FOR CUSTOMER SERVICE POUR LE SERVICE APRES VENTE OU DU CONSOMMATEUR PARA EL SERVICIO PARA EL CONSUMIDOR 1 800 590 3723 Printed in China Kawasaki Kawasaki Motors Corp U S A OFFICIAL LICENSED PRODUCT 87 1904 60957 KAWASAKI IS A TRADEMARK LICENSED BY KAWASAKI MOTORS CORP U S A WHICH DOES NOT MANUFACTURE OR DISTRIBUTE THIS PRODUCT CONSUMER INQUIRES SHOULD BE DIRECTED TO COPYRIGHT 2005 ALLTRADE TOOLS LLC 1431 VIA PLATA LONG BEACH CA 90810 1462 USA 691191 19 2V Black Cordless Circular Saw with Laser COMPONENT Kawasaki u 19 2V BATTERY OPERATED CIRCULAR SAW WITH LASER INSTRUCTION MANUAL THIS MANUAL CONTAINS IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING SAFETY OPERATION MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE OF THIS PRODUCT BEFORE USE READ CAREFULLY AND UNDERSTAND ALL CAUTIONS WARNINGS INSTRUCTIONS AND PRODUCT LABELS FAILURE TO DO SO COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY AND OR PROPERTY DAMAGE IF YOU SHOULD HAVE ANY QUESTIONS OR EXPERIENCE A PROBLEM WITH YOUR ALLTRADE PRODUCT DO NOT RETURN THIS PRODUCT TO THE STORE PLEASE CALL OUR CUSTOMER SERVICE DEPARTMENT AT 1 800 590 3723 BEFORE YOU CALL HAVE THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION AVAILABLE MODEL NO DATE PURCHASED AND STORE LOCATION AN ALLTRADE REPRESENTATIVE CAN RESOLVE YOUR PROBLEM OVER THE PHONE IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO MAKE A SUGGESTION OR COMMENT GIVE US A CALL OR EMAIL US AT INFO ALLTRADETOOLS COM YOUR FEEDBACK IS VITAL TO US TABLE OF CONTENTS P
14. HIS WARRANTY Alltrade will not be liable for the following labor charges loss or damage resulting from improper operation maintenance or repairs made by other persons pre delivery services such as assembly oil or lubricants and adjustment maintenance services that are normally required to maintain the product The use of other than genuine Alltrade Repair Parts will void warranty Warranty Disclaimers 27 EXCLUSION AND DISCLAIMER OF ALL OTHER EXPRESS WARRANTIES GUARANTIES AND OR REPRESENTATIONS EXCEPT FOR THE LIMITED WARRANTY PROVIDED ABOVE ALL OTHER EXPRESS WARRANTIES GUARANTIES AND OR REPRESENTATIONS BY ALLTRADE AND OR ITS REPRESENTATIVE S REGARDING THE DESIGN MANUFACTURE PURCHASE USE AND OR OPERATION OF THE PRODUCT OR ANY COMPONENT THEREOF SOLD HEREUNDER REGARDLESS OF WHETHER ANY SUCH WARRANTY GUARANTY AND OR REPRESENTATION WRITTEN OR ORAL ARISES BY OPERATION OF LAW AND OR EQUITY AND OR BY ANY ACT OR OMISSION OF ALLTRADE AND OR ITS REPRESENTATIVE S OR THE BUYER ARE HEREBY EXPRESSLY EXCLUDED AND DISCLAIMED BY ALLTRADE AND OR ITS REPRESENTATIVES PURCHASER KNOWINGLY AND WILLINGLY WAIVES ANY AND ALL SUCH WARRANTIES AND RIGHTS CLAIMS AND OR CAUSES OF ACTION ARISING THEREFROM OR BASED THEREON PURCHASER S SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY IS AS STATED ABOVE EXCLUSION AND DISCLAIMER OF ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE NO WARRANTY ORAL OR WRITTEN
15. ROTECTING THE ENVIRONMENT 25 OTHER CONSUMER DO IT YOURSELF DIY TOOLS 25 CONGRATULATIONS 2 2 SECTION FIVE INTENDED USE amp amp s 9 3 3 3 3 9 A 3 3 B 3 3 A 9 3 3 3 3 9 39 B 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 2 2 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY r S a dese Pattie eee Stee 26 30 SECTION ONE GENERAL SAFETY RULES FOR ALL BATTERY OPERATED TOOLS 2 RECOGNIZE SAFETY SYMBOLS WORDS AND LABELS 2 3 IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS 3 Thanks for choosing this product At Alltrade our aim is to provide you with quality WORK AREA 4 products at an affordable price and we want you to be totally satisfied with your fee Se product and our Customer Service If any help and advice is needed please ELECTRICAL SAFETY 0 0 00 s eee enne 4 contact us at 1 800 590 3723 Properly cared for this tool will give you many PERSONAL SAFETY ee ee 2 k ee ee ee ee ee ee ee amp Q h Q 4 5 years of satisfaction TOOL USE AND CARE 0 000 RR 5 SERVICE x 2 5 etie tertinm ORAE RERUMS ias mapu ha 6 SAFETY RULES FOR CIRCULAR SAW T 6 7 SECTION TWO This tool is intended for consumer use only Your charger and or adapter has been SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES AND OR SYMBOLS 7 8 designed for charging batteries of the type approved and supplied with this tool CAUSES AND PREVENTION OF KICKBACK
16. TY OF ANY SUCH 28 DAMAGES IN NO EVENT WHETHER AS A RESULT OF A BREACH OF CONTRACT WARRANTY TORT INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE OR OTHERWISE SHALL ALLTRADE S AND OR ITS REPRESENTATIVE S LIABILITY EXCEED THE PRICE OF THE PRODUCT ANY AND ALL LIABILITY CONNECTED WITH THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT SHALL TERMINATE UPON THE EXPIRATION OF THE WARRANTY PERIODS SPECIFIED ABOVE Limitations on Warranty Disclaimers Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts and some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of the incidental or consequential damages so part or all of the above limitations or exclusions 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 If your product is not covered by this warranty please call our Customer Service Department at 1 310 522 9008 or toll free at 1 800 590 3723 for general repair information and charges 29 30
17. The date of purchase shall be the date of shipment to the original purchaser or the date the original purchaser took possession custody or control of the product whichever occurred first This warranty shall be null and void if the product or any component thereof is modified altered or used for any commercial purpose or on a jobsite This warranty does not apply to any other product and or component thereof manufactured or distributed by Alltrade and does not apply to products and or components thereof designed manufactured and or assembled by others for which Alltrade makes no warranties whatsoever THERE ARE NO WARRANTIES WHICH EXTEND BEYOND THE DESCRIPTION ON THE FACE HEREOF Warranty Performance By purchasing the product purchaser expressly acknowledges and agrees that their sole and exclusive remedy under this warranty shall be strictly limited to the repair or replacement of any covered nonconforming items or parts thereof provided that any such nonconforming item and or part is promptly returned to Alltrade s facility postage pre paid and insured address ALLTRADE Warranty Claims amp Repair 1431 Via Plata Long Beach CA 90810 Attn Customer Service 310 522 9008 within the applicable warranty period with a written request by purchaser that Alltrade repair and or replace the nonconforming item and or part We recommend that you keep the original product packaging in the event you need to ship the unit We suggest the package be i
18. asp the tool or place your hands too close to the blade Keep your hands well away from the blade Never reach underneath the tool while the blade is in motion Do not use your legs or feet to stabilize the work piece Keep the handle of the Cordless Circular Saw dry clean and free from oil and grease Do not run the Cordless Circular Saw while carrying it at your side A moving blade could cause serious personal injury Disconnect battery pack from tool and place the switch in the locked or OFF position before making any assembly adjustments changing accessories performing any inspection maintenance or cleaning procedures Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the tool accidentally which could cause serious personal injury Be extra careful when cutting in high or hard to reach locations Avoid sawing overhead Be on the lookout for hidden wires and falling debris Do not use the Cordless Circular Saw if it has been damaged left outdoors in the rain snow wet or damp environments or immersed in liquid Maintain labels and nameplates on the Cordless Circular Saw These carry important information If unreadable or missing contact Alltrade for a replacement SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES AND OR SYMBOLS 4 DANGER Keep hands away from cutting area and 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 Keep your body positioned
19. blade becomes pinched twisted misaligned or bound it will stall and lift up out of the work piece suddenly jerking back NOTE toward the operator This reaction is referred to as KICKBACK Do not force the saw Excessive force may result in a broken blade Use only enough pressure to keep the saw moving through the work piece e Mark out the line to be cut so Put on eye protection it is easily visible Clear the saw of any foreign material e Start inside the area to be cut Make sure the work piece is held securely in place Hold smaller pieces in a vise out or attach to the workbench with clamps Get the shoe against the work e Mark out the line to be cut so it is easily visible piece at an angle Check the lower guard for damage If damaged do not use tool Lift the blade guard e Always use the right blade for the material Pull the trigger to start the e Make sure all bolts screws and locking levers are secure before starting tool saw Pull the trigger to start the saw When the blade reaches full speed slowly feed the blade into the work piece When the When the blade reaches full speed slowly feed the blade into the work piece blade starts cutting release the When the blade starts cutting release the blade guard blade guard e Set the shoe against the work piece 19 20 USING THE LASER 4 CAUTION Use of controls or adjustments or performance of proce dures other than those
20. e operator Kickback is the result of tool misuse and or incorrect operating procedures or conditions and can be avoided by taking proper precautions as given below Maintain a firm grip on the saw and position your body and arm in a way that allows you to resist KICKBACK forces KICKBACK forces can be controlled by the operator if proper precautions are taken 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 When restarting a saw in the work piece center the saw blade in the kerf and check that teeth are not engaged into the material If saw blade is binding it may walk up or KICKBACK from the work piece as the saw is restarted Support large panels to minimize 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 Do not use dull or damaged blade Unsharpened or improperly set blades produce narrow kerf causing excessive friction blade binding and KICKBACK Blade depth and bevel adjusting locking levers must be tight and secure before making cut If blade adjustment shifts wh
21. es Alltrade s repair and or replacement of any non conforming item and or part thereof shall constitute fulfillment of all obligations to the purchaser Alltrade shall not be responsible or liable for any expense including freight charges or repairs made outside Alltrade s facility unless expressly agreed to by Alltrade in writing Under no circumstances shall Alltrade bear any responsibility for loss of the unit loss of time or rental inconvenience commercial loss or consequential damages Exclusions This warranty does not cover parts damaged due to normal wear abnormal conditions misapplication misuse abuse accidents operation at other than recommended pressures or temperatures improper storage or freight damage Parts damaged or worn by operation in dusty environments are not warranted Failure to follow recommended operating and maintenance procedures also voids warranty This limited warranty does not apply to accessory items such as drill bits screwdriving bits circular saw blades jigsaw blades grinding wheels sanding sheets and other related items DAMAGE TO THE PRODUCT RESULTING FROM TAMPERING ACCIDENT ABUSE NEGLIGENCE FAILURE TO FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS UNAUTHORIZED REPAIRS OR ALTERATIONS DAMAGE WHILE IN TRANSIT TO OUR SERVICE FACILITY USE OF UNAPPROVED OR IMPROPER ATTACHMENTS OR ACCESSORIES COMMERCIAL AND RENTAL APPLICATIONS OR OTHER CAUSES UNRELATED TO PROBLEMS WITH MATERIAL OR WORKMANSHIP ARE NOT COVERED BY T
22. generated the faster the battery loses power A battery that gets too hot can have a shortened life Never over discharge a battery by using the tool even after tool performance has decreased Do not attempt to discharge a tool s battery by continuing to pull on the tool trigger When tool performance begins to diminish stop the tool and recharge the battery for optimal performance Charge battery pack at ambient temperatures between 50 F 104 F Store tool and battery pack in locations where temperatures will not exceed 120 F This is important to prevent serious damage to the battery cells The battery pack should always be recharged when the Cordless Drill begins to run slowly When battery pack is not in use keep it away from other metal objects such as paper clips coins keys nails screws or other small metal objects that can make a connection from one terminal to another Shorting the battery terminals together may cause sparks burns or fire REMOVING ATTACHING BATTERY PACK REMOVE BATTERY PACK 1 Press both release buttons on either side of the Cordless Circular Saw to release the battery pack 2 Pull battery pack free of Cordless Circular Saw ATTACH BATTERY PACK 1 Align the raised portion of the battery pack with the groove in the battery com partment of the Cordless Circular Saw RELEASE BUTTON 2 Press the battery pack into place Make sure the latches are securely fastened
23. ile cutting it will cause binding and KICK BACK Use extra caution when making a Pocket Cut into existing walls or other blind areas The protruding blade may cut objects that can cause KICKBACK A WARNING Before using battery pack please read carefully all instructions and cautionary markings on battery pack battery charger and product using battery Do not incinerate the battery pack even if it is severely damaged or is completely worn out The battery pack can explode Do not carry battery packs in aprons pockets or tool boxes product kit boxes drawers etc with loose metal objects Battery pack terminals could be short circuited causing damage to the battery pack severe burns or fire The battery pack is Nickel Cadmium Ni Cad and is considered to be a toxic material by the Environmental Protection Agency Before disposing of dam aged or worn out Ni Cad battery packs check with your State Environmental Protection Agency to find out about special restrictions on the disposal of these battery packs take them to your local recycling center for proper disposal or call 1 800 CLEANUP NOTE The battery is not fully charged Before first use the battery pack requires 3 5 hours charge time to be fully charged Subsequent recharging needs 1 hour for the battery to be fully charged Always switch to a fresh battery when tool performance begins to diminish Severe heat is most destructive to a battery the more heat
24. kings on the identical markings on the top of the charger base Insert the bat tery pack into base Pack will not insert properly if reversed BATTERY CHARGER n2 Make sure the trigger on the Cordless Circular Saw is in the OFF position and remove the battery pack from the Cordless Circular Saw 3 If when first inserting the battery pack the red ON button does not light up press the SET button on the charger When the battery is charging the red light is ON 4 After approximately one hour of charging the red indicator light should go OFF and the green light should come ON The green light indicates that the battery is fully charged 5 When fully charged reattach battery pack onto Cordless Circular Saw making certain latches fasten securely Cordless Circular Saw will not operate properly if the battery pack is not saeted properly 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 SYMBOL NAME EXPLANATION V Volts Voltage Potential A Amperes Current Hz Hertz Frequency Cycles per Second W Watt Power Kg Kilograms Weight PNG Alternating Current Type of Current Direct Current Type of Current r Alternating or Direct Current Type of Current Earthing Terminal Grounding Terminal n Class II Construction Denotes Double Insulation
25. le Take them to your local recycling center or call 1 800 CLEANUP Collected batteries will be recycled or disposed of properly OTHER CONSUMER DO IT YOURSELF DIY TOOLS Alltrade offers a full range of Kawasaki tools that make DIY jobs easy If you would like further information on the following products please contact Alltrade Customer Service Department at 1 800 590 3723 Cordless Drills Screwdrivers Impact Wrenches Sanders Jigsaws Circular Saws Angle Grinders Reciprocating Saws Routers Rotary Tools Corded and Cordless Multi Purpose Tools Wide Range of Accessories and more 2 YEAR LIMITED HOME USE WARRANTY Express and Exclusive Limited Home Use Warranty to Original Retail Buyer Alltrade Tools LLC hereinafter Alltrade expressly warrants to the original retail purchaser of the accompanying KAWASAKI portable power tool and no one else all parts of the product except those parts referred to below which are specifically excluded from such warranty see Exclusions to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of two years from original date of purchase SPECIAL WARRANTY NOTE TO CONTRACTORS AND COMMERCIAL USERS This Kawasaki portable power tool is offered as a home use tool and carries a HOME USE WARRANTY This tool is made for home use in the execution of projects and repairs in and around the home Use of the tool for COMMERCIAL PURPOSES OR ON A JOBSITE is not covered under this warranty
26. nsured against loss or in transit damage When sending your product include your name address phone number dated proof of purchase or copy and a statement about the nature of problem Warranty coverage is conditioned upon purchaser furnishing Alltrade with adequate written proof that they are the original purchaser and of the original purchase date Parts returned freight prepaid and insured to Alltrade s facility see above address will be inspected and at Alltrade s option repaired and or replaced free of charge if found to be defective and subject to warranty Alltrade retains the sole discretion to determine whether any item or part is nonconforming and if so whether the 26 item and or part will be repaired and or replaced If the unit is repaired new or reconditioned replacement parts may be used If Alltrade chooses to replace the product it may replace it with a new or reconditioned one of the same or comparable design The repaired or replaced unit will be warranted under the terms of the remainder of the warranty period Typically a defective product that is returned within the first 30 days after the purchase date will be replaced for items returned after the first 30 days and within the warranty period covered defective parts not subject to normal wear and tear or other exclusions will be repaired or replaced at Alltrade s option During the warranty period Alltrade will be responsi ble for the return shipping charg
27. ool with integral batteries or a separate battery pack must be recharged only with the specified charger for the battery A charger that may be suitable for one type of battery may create a risk of fire when used with another battery Use battery operated tool only with specifically designated battery pack Use of any other batteries may create risk of fire PERSONAL SAFETY A WARNING Stay alert watch what you are doing and use common sense when operat ing a power tool Do not use tool while tired or under the influence of drugs alcohol or medication A moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury Dress properly Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry Contain long hair Keep your hair clothing and gloves away from moving parts Loose clothes jewelry or long hair can be caught in moving parts Avoid accidental starting Be sure switch is in the locked or OFF position before inserting battery pack Carrying power tools with your finger on the switch or inserting battery pack into a tool with the power switch ON invites accidents Remove adjusting keys or wrenches before turning the tool ON A wrench or a key that is left attached to a rotating part of the tool may result in personal injury Do not overreach Keep proper footing and balance at all times Proper foot ing and balance enable better control of the tool in unexpected situations Use safety equipment Always
28. s released NEVER hold piece being cut in your hands or across your leg It is important to support the work properly to minimize body exposure blade binding or loss of control Hold tool by insulated gripping surfaces when performing an operation where the cutting tool may contact hidden wiring Contact with a live wire will also make exposed metal parts of the tool live and shock the operator When ripping always use a rip fence or straight edge guide This improves the accuracy of the cut and reduces the chance for blade binding Always use blades with correct size and shape diamond vs round arbor holes Blades that do not match the mounting hardware of the saw will run eccentrically causing loss of control Never use damaged or incorrect blade washers or bolts The blade washers and bolts were specifically designed for your saw for optimum performance and safety of operation CAUSES AND 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 work piece 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 surface of the wood causing the blade to climb out of the kerf and jump back toward th
29. specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure A CAUTION Sharp blows may affect the accuracy of this laser Avoid striking the laser housing LASER ON OFF SWITCH TRIGGER PENCIL LINE e Mark the desired line of cut so it is easily visible e Set the shoe against the work piece e Push laser ON OFF switch to ON Adjust the laser line until it lines up with the cut line marking Blade will now be in the proper position to make your cut Pull the trigger to start the saw When the blade reaches full speed slowly feed the blade into the work piece When the blade starts cutting release the blade guard DO NOT force saw Allow saw to cut at its own rate Cut straight lines only Attempting to cut a curve will bend the blade which could result in personal injury or damage to the tool f you need to stop in the middle of a cut turn off the saw and allow it to come to a complete stop before removing it from the material When the cut is finished turn off the laser light A WARNING NEVER LOOK DIRECTLY INTO THE LASER BEAM OR POINT THE LASER AT ANYONE ELSE Laser beam can cause eye injury Laser should only be aimed at the work piece NEVER POINT THE LASER AT REFLECTIVE SURFACES Laser beam can reflect into eyes and cause injury Highly polished or metallic surfaces should NOT be cut using the laser DO NOT ATTEMPT TO INCREASE THE LASER S OUTPUT Tampering with the laser co
30. uld lead to personal injury REPLACING LASER BATTERIES The laser runs on two AAA batteries which are located beneath the ON OFF switch When the laser light begins to dim change both batteries Remove batteries before putting the circular saw into storage Batteries may leak and cause damage if the laser is not used for over 90 days TO CHANGE LASER BATTERIES 1 Open battery compartment cover 2 Make sure batteries are correctly positioned according to the posi tive negative markings on the com partment 3 Close cover 22 MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING 4 WARNING Always remove the battery pack before attempting cleaning or maintenance NOTE This Circular Saw is lubricated before it leaves the factory This lubrication should last for the life of the tool No further lubrication is required Use only mild soap and a damp cloth to clean the tool Never let any liquid get inside the casing Never immerse any part of the tool in a liquid Always keep the ventilation openings clear Always clean the battery pack using only a dry cloth Do not use liquids Always unplug the charger before cleaning it Regularly clean the ventilation slots in your tool and charger using only a soft brush or dry cloth Inspect all mounting screws regularly Tighten any loose screws Failure to keep the mounting screws tight could result in serious injuries Never open the Cordless Circular Saw case battery pack or charger
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