7-1/4” Circular Metal Cut Saw
08897 Circular Metal Cut Saw
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3. Personal safety
e. 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.
a. 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.
f. Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly
maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges
are less likely to bind and are easier to control.
b. Use personal protective equipment.
Always wear eye protection. Safety equipment
such as dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard
hat, or hearing protection used for appropriate
conditions will reduce personal injuries.
g. 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.
c. Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the
switch is in the off-position before connecting
to power source and/or battery pack, picking
up or carrying the tool. Carrying power tools
with your finger on the switch or energizing power
tools that have the switch on invites accidents.
5. Service
a. 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.
d. Remove any adjusting 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.
Circular Saw Safety Warnings
e. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and
balance at all times. This enables better control
of the power tool in unexpected situations.
1.
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.
f. Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or
jewelry. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves
away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry
or long hair can be caught in moving parts.
2. Do not reach underneath the workpiece.
The guard cannot protect you from
the blade below the workpiece.
g. Only use safety equipment that has been
approved by an appropriate standards
agency. Unapproved safety equipment
may not provide adequate protection.
3. 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.
Eye protection must be ANSI-approved and
breathing protection must be NIOSH-approved
for the specific hazards in the work area.
4. Never hold piece being cut in your hands
or across your leg. Secure the workpiece
to a stable platform. It is important to
4. Power tool use and care
support the work properly to minimize body
exposure, blade binding, or loss of control.
a. 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.
5. 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.
b. 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.
6. When ripping always use a rip fence or straight
edge guide. This improves the accuracy of cut
and reduces the chance of blade binding.
c. 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.
7. Always use blades with correct size and shape
(diamond versus round) of arbor holes. Blades
that do not match the mounting hardware of the
saw will run eccentrically, causing loss of control.
Such preventive safety measures reduce the
risk of starting the power tool accidentally.
d. 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
dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
8. 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.
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9. Causes and Operator Prevention of Kickback:
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.
•
•
•
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;
11. 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.
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 the operator.
12. 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.
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:
a. 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.
13. 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 switch is released.
b. 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.
14. DO NOT USE THIS SAW WITH THE SAW
HELD UPSIDE DOWN IN A VISE. The
saw is not designed for such use and
cannot be used safely in that position.
15. Use for metal cutting only. Do not use
to cut logs, tree limbs, or lumber.
16. Do not use blades made from high-speed
steel, abrasive blades or masonry-cutting
blades. The guards of this saw are not designed
to protect against the failure of such blades.
c. When restarting a saw in the workpiece, center
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.
17. Place the larger portion of the saw base
on the larger, supported part of the
d. 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.
workpiece. This will help maintain balance
and control while the cut is completed.
18. Blades must be rated to at least the
maximum speed marked on the tool.
e. Do not use dull or damaged blades.
Unsharpened or improperly set blades
produce narrow kerf causing excessive
friction, blade binding and kickback.
19. Maintain labels and nameplates on the tool.
These carry important safety information. If
unreadable or missing, contact Harbor
Freight Tools for a replacement.
f. 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.
20. Avoid unintentional starting. Prepare to
begin work before turning on the tool.
21. Do not lay the tool down until it has come to
a complete stop. Moving parts can grab the
surface and pull the tool out of your control.
g. 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.
22. When using a handheld power tool,
maintain a firm grip on the tool with both
hands to resist starting torque.
10. Check lower guard for proper closing before
each use. Do not operate the saw if lower
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23. Do not leave the tool unattended when it is plugged
into an electrical outlet. Turn off the tool, and
unplug it from its electrical outlet before leaving.
Vibration Safety
This tool vibrates during use.
Repeated or long-term exposure to vibration may
cause temporary or permanent physical injury,
particularly to the hands, arms and shoulders.
To reduce the risk of vibration-related injury:
24. Use clamps (not included) 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. This
product is not a toy. Keep it out of reach of children.
1. Anyone using vibrating tools regularly or for an
extended period should first be examined by a
doctor and then have regular medical check-ups to
ensure medical problems are not being caused or
worsened from use. Pregnant women or people who
have impaired blood circulation to the hand, past
hand injuries, nervous system disorders, diabetes,
or Raynaud’s Disease should not use this tool.
If you feel any symptoms related to vibration (such
as tingling, numbness, and white or blue fingers),
seek medical advice as soon as possible.
25. Verify that there are no utility lines or
hardware in or near the workpiece. This
is especially critical for plunge cuts.
26. Do not depress the spindle lock when
starting or during operation.
27. People with pacemakers should consult their
physician(s) before use. Electromagnetic fields in
close proximity to heart pacemaker could cause
pacemaker interference or pacemaker failure. In
addition, people with pacemakers should:
• Avoid operating alone.
2. Do not smoke during use. Nicotine reduces
the blood supply to the hands and fingers,
increasing the risk of vibration-related injury.
• Do not use with power switch locked on.
• Properly maintain and inspect to avoid electrical
shock.
3. Wear suitable gloves to reduce the
vibration effects on the user.
• Any power cord must be properly
grounded. Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter
(GFCI) should also be implemented – it
prevents sustained electrical shock.
4. Use tools with the lowest vibration
when there is a choice.
5. Include vibration-free periods each day of work.
28. WARNING: Some dust created by power sanding,
sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction
activities, contains chemicals known [to the State
of California] to cause cancer, birth defects or
other reproductive harm. Some examples of these
chemicals are:
6. Grip tool as lightly as possible (while still keeping
safe control of it). Let the tool do the work.
7. To reduce vibration, maintain the tool as
explained in this manual. If any abnormal
vibration occurs, stop use immediately.
• Lead from lead-based paints
• Crystalline silica from bricks and cement or other
masonry products
• 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.
(California Health & Safety Code § 25249.5, et seq.)
SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS.
Grounding
TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK AND
DEATH FROM INCORRECT GROUNDING
WIRE CONNECTION:
29. WARNING: Handling the cord on this product will
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.
(California Health & Safety Code § 25249.5, et seq.)
Check with a qualified electrician if you are
in doubt as to whether the outlet is properly
grounded. Do not modify the power cord plug
provided with the tool. Never remove the grounding
prong from the plug. Do not use the tool if the power
cord or plug is damaged. If damaged, have it
repaired by a service facility before use. If the plug
will not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by
a qualified electrician.
30. The warnings, precautions, and instructions
discussed in this instruction manual cannot
cover all possible conditions and situations
that may occur. It must be understood by the
operator that common sense and caution are
factors which cannot be built into this product,
but must be supplied by the operator.r.
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2. Double insulated tools may be used in either of the
120 volt outlets shown in the preceding illustration.
(See Outlets for 2-Prong Plug.)
Grounded Tools:
Tools with Three Prong Plugs
Extension Cords
1. Grounded tools require a three wire extension
cord. Double Insulated tools can use either
a two or three wire extension cord.
2. As the distance from the supply outlet increases,
you must use a heavier gauge extension
cord. Using extension cords with inadequately
sized wire causes a serious drop in voltage,
resulting in loss of power and possible tool
damage. (See Table A on page 6.)
3-Prong Plug and Outlet
1. Tools marked with “Grounding Required” have a three
wire cord and three prong grounding plug. The plug
must be connected to a properly grounded outlet.
If the tool should electrically malfunction or break
down, grounding provides a low resistance path to
carry electricity away from the user, reducing the risk
of electric shock. (See 3-Prong Plug and Outlet.)
3. The smaller the gauge number of the wire, the
greater the capacity of the cord. For example,
a 14 gauge cord can carry a higher current
than a 16 gauge cord. (See Table A.)
4. When using more than one extension cord to make
up the total length, make sure each cord contains at
least the minimum wire size required. (See Table A.)
2. The grounding prong in the plug is connected through
the green wire inside the cord to the grounding
system in the tool. The green wire in the cord must
be the only wire connected to the tool’s grounding
system and must never be attached to an electrically
“live” terminal. (See 3-Prong Plug and Outlet.)
5. If you are using one extension cord for more
than one tool, add the nameplate amperes
and use the sum to determine the required
minimum cord size. (See Table A.)
6. If you are using an extension cord outdoors, make
sure it is marked with the suffix “W-A” (“W” in
3. The tool must be plugged into an appropriate outlet,
properly installed and grounded in accordance with
all codes and ordinances. The plug and outlet should
look like those in the preceding illustration.
Canada) to indicate it is acceptable for outdoor use.
7. Make sure the extension cord is properly wired
and in good electrical condition. Always replace
a damaged extension cord or have it repaired
by a qualified electrician before using it.
(See 3-Prong Plug and Outlet.)
Double Insulated Tools:
Tools with Two Prong Plugs
8. Protect the extension cords from sharp objects,
excessive heat, and damp or wet areas.
TABLE A: RECOMMENDED MINIMUM
WIRE GAUGE FOR EXTENSION CORDS*
(120/240 VOLT)
EXTENSION CORD
LENGTH
NAMEPLATE
AMPERES
(at full load)
25´ 50´ 75´ 100´ 150´
0 – 2.0
2.1 – 3.4
18
18
18
18
18
14
12
18
18
18
16
14
12
10
18
18
16
14
12
10
-
18
16
14
12
10
-
16
14
12
12
-
Outlets for 2-Prong Plug
3.5 – 5.0
1. Tools marked “Double Insulated” do not
require grounding. They have a special
double insulation system which satisfies
OSHA requirements and complies with
the applicable standards of Underwriters
Laboratories, Inc., the Canadian Standard
Association, and the National Electrical Code.
5.1 – 7.0
7.1 – 12.0
12.1 – 16.0
16.1 – 20.0
-
-
-
* Based on limiting the line voltage drop to five volts at
150% of the rated amperes.
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Instructions for Putting into Use
Read the ENTIRE IMPORTANT
Double Insulated
SAFETY INFORMATION section at the
beginning of this manual including
all text under subheadings therein
before set up or use of this product.
Canadian Standards Association
Underwriters Laboratories, Inc.
Volts Alternating Current
TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY FROM
ACCIDENTAL OPERATION:
V~
A
Turn the Power Switch of the tool off and unplug
the tool from its electrical outlet before assembling
or making any adjustments to the tool.
Amperes
Note: For additional information regarding
the parts listed in the following pages, refer to
Parts List and Assembly Diagram on page 12.
No Load Revolutions per Minute (RPM)
n xxxx/min.
0
WARNING marking concerning Risk
of Eye Injury. Wear ANSI-approved
safety goggles with side shields.
Assembly/Mounting
Read the manual before
set-up and/or use.
Attaching The Rip Guide and Adjusting Cut Width
1. Prior to performing this procedure, make sure the
Trigger Switch of the Saw is in its’ “OFF” position and
the Power Cord is unplugged from its electrical outlet.
WARNING marking concerning
Risk of Hearing Loss.
Wear hearing protection.
WARNING marking
2. Slightly loosen the two Pins. See Figure D, below.
concerning Risk of Fire.
Do not cover ventilation ducts.
Keep flammable objects away.
WARNING marking concerning
Risk of Electric Shock.
3. Slide the arms of the Rip Guide
through the slots in the Base.
4. Featured on the arm of the Rip Guide is a width
scale, divided in increments of 1/16”. To adjust the
width of the cut, slide the arm of the Rip Guide to the
right or left until the desired width is acquired. Then,
retighten the Pins to hold the Rip Guide in place.
Properly connect power cord
to appropriate outlet.
Body
Guide
Base
Pin
Pin
Side
Handle
Figure D
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4. Remove the three phillips Screws located on the
left side of the Body. See Figure G, below.
Attaching The Side Handle
1. To attach the Side Handle, simply screw the Side
Handle into the threaded mounting hole located
in the upper/left Body of the Saw.Attaching
5. Depress the Depth Control Lever and lower the Base
so that the Inner Cover can be removed. See Figure
G, below.
Adjusting Depth of Cut
Inner Cover
1. WARNING! Prior to performing this procedure,
make sure the Trigger Switch of the Saw
is in its “OFF” position and the Power Cord
is unplugged from its electrical outlet.
2. The Saw may be adjusted to cut to
a maximum depth of 2-1/4”.
Base
3. When adjusting the depth of cut, always make sure
the teeth of the Saw Blade cut (or protrude) about
1/4” through the bottom surface of the workpiece.
Figure G
4. To adjust the depth of cut, pull up on the Lock
Lever located at the rear of the Saw.
6. Depress the Depth Control Lever to hold the
Saw Blade in place. Use the Blade Wrench to
unscrew and remove the Bolt. Release pressure
on the Blade Lock Lever. See Figure H, below.
5. Raise or lowerBase until desired cutting depth is
acquired. Then push down Depth Control Lever
to lock Base in place. See Figure E, below.
7. Remove the Outer Flange. Then raise and hold the
Blade Cover in its “up” position while removing the
Saw Blade. See Figure H, below.
Figure E
Saw Blade
Bolt
Outer
Flange
Depth
Control
Lever
Installing a Saw Blade
Blade Cover
Figure H
1. WARNING! Prior to performing this procedure,
make sure the Trigger Switch of the Saw
is in its “OFF” position and the Power Cord
is unplugged from its electrical outlet.
Saw Blade
2. CAUTION! Always make sure the Saw Blade
installed is a 7-1/4” diameter, metal cutting saw
blade, with an RPM rating of 5,800 or greater.
3. Turn the Knob and remove the Plastic Cover. See
Figure F, below.
Figure F
Bolt
Outer Flange
8. Raise and hold the Blade Cover in its “up” position
while installing the new Saw Blade. IMPORTANT:
When installing the new Saw Blade, make
sure the arrow on the Saw Blade points to
the front of the Saw. See Figure H, above.
Knob
Cover
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9. Replace the Outer Flange and, while depressing
the Depth Control Lever, use the Blade
Saw Blade when cutting a workpiece. Always
push the Saw into the workpiece with both
hands firmly gripping the Handles.
Wrench to firmly tighten the Bolt in place.
10. Replace the Inner Cover. Then replace
the Plastic Cover, making sure to turn the
Knob to lock the Plastic Cover in place.
2. Make all necessary adjustments to the Saw (width
and depth) as previously discussed in this manual.
3. Make sure the workpiece is free from
screws, rivets, and any other foreign objects
which could damage the Saw Blade.
11. Replace the three Screws on the left side of the Body.
4. Make sure the workpiece is supported at all times.
Whenever possible, secure the workpiece in a vise or
with clamps (not included). If necessary, use a roller
stand (not included) with larger workpieces.
Operating Instructions
Read the ENTIRE IMPORTANT
SAFETY INFORMATION section at the
beginning of this manual including
all text under subheadings therein
before set up or use of this product.
5. Before trying new or complicated cutting techniques,
study the procedure and practice with scrap metal.
6. Plug the Power Cordinto the nearest 120
volt, grounded, electrical outlet.
Tool Set Up
7. Firmly grip the Handles of the Saw with both
hands. Depress the Safety Lock Button, and
squeeze the Trigger Switch to turn on the Saw.
TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY FROM
ACCIDENTAL OPERATION:
Turn the Power Switch of the tool off and
unplug the tool from its electrical outlet before
adjusting tool or installing accessories.
8. Allow the Saw Blade to spin up to full speed before
feeding the Saw Blade into the workpiece.
9. Make straight cuts only. Do not attempt to twist
the Saw to the right or left while cutting. If this
occurs, the Saw Blade will “bind” in the workpiece
causing kickback, potential personal injury,
and/or damage to the workpiece and Saw.
Work Piece and Work
Area Set Up
1. Designate a work area that is clean and well-
lit. The work area must not allow access by
children or pets to prevent distraction and injury.
10. Do not force the Saw to remove material faster
than it was designed to cut. Make sure to feed
the Saw Blade gradually into the workpiece.
11. Turn off the Saw if the Saw Blade is to be
backed out of an uncompleted cut. When
turning off the Saw, allow the Saw Blade to fully
stop on its own before removing the Saw. Do
not press against the Saw Blade to stop it.
2. Route the power cord along a safe route to reach
the work area without creating a tripping hazard or
exposing the power cord to possible damage. The
power cord must reach the work area with enough
extra length to allow free movement while working.
12. Once the cutting job is completed, turn off
the Saw and wait until the Saw Blade (10)
has stopped rotating. Then, unplug the
Power Cord from its electrical outlet.
3. Secure loose work pieces using a vise or clamps
(not included) to prevent movement while working.
4. There must not be objects, such as utility lines,
nearby that will present a hazard while working.
13. To prevent accidents, turn off the tool and
disconnect its power supply after use. Clean, then
store the tool indoors out of children’s reach.
General Operating Instructions
1. WARNING! Never pass hands and fingers
directly in front of, to the rear, or below, the
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4. Periodically: The Saw features two Carbon Brushes
which, periodically, should be examined for wear.
The Carbon Brushes are located on each side of the
Motor Housing. To inspect or replace the Carbon
Brushes, use a small standard screwdriver to remove
the Brush Covers. Then, carefully pull out the
Carbon Brushes. Examine the concave surface of
the Carbon Brushes.
Maintenance and Servicing
Procedures not specifically explained
in this manual must be performed
only by a qualified technician.
If the Carbon Brushes appear to be in good condition,
but only dirty, they can be cleaned by rubbing with
a pencil eraser. If there are large scratches on the
Carbon Brushes, replace both Carbon Brushes
immediately with approved replacement Carbon
Brushes from Harbor Freight Tools. To reinstall the
Carbon Brushes, insert them into the two Brush
Holders. Turn the Carbon Brushes vertically so they
will fit properly into the Brush Holders. Then, replace
the Brush Covers. See Figure J, below.
TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY FROM
ACCIDENTAL OPERATION:
Turn the Power Switch of the tool off and unplug the
tool from its electrical outlet before performing any
inspection, maintenance, or cleaning procedures.
TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY
FROM TOOL FAILURE:
Do not use damaged equipment. If abnormal
noise or vibration occurs, have the
problem corrected before further use.
Cleaning, Maintenance,
and Lubrication
Figure J
1. BEFORE EACH USE, inspect the general condition
of the tool. Check for loose hardware, misalignment
or binding of moving parts, cracked or broken
parts, damaged electrical wiring, and any other
condition that may affect its safe operation.
2. Daily: The Saw Blade must be sharp and clean
to perform properly. Depending on materials cut
and frequency of tool use, the Saw Blade may
become clogged with metal particles and dull.
Dull Saw Blades rub the workpiece rather than
cut, which results in increased friction, higher
temperatures, and a burned workpiece. As often
as possible, check the condition of the Saw Blade
and, if necessary, replace a worn Saw Blade with
a new, 7-1/4” diameter, metal cutting Saw Blade
rated at 5,800 RPM or above. See “To Install A
Saw Blade” section for further information.
Brush Cover, Carbon Brush and Brush Holder
3. With a vacuum or compressed air, remove all metal
debris from the metal debris compartment of the
Saw. To do so, lift up and open the Main Lock Plate
to expose the metal debris compartment. Once
cleaned, close and lower the Main Lock Plate. Do
not immerse the Saw in liquid. See Figure I, below.
5. AFTER USE, wipe external surfaces
of the tool with clean cloth.
6.
WARNING! If the supply cord of this
power tool is damaged, it must be replaced
only by a qualified service technician.
Main Lock Plate
Figure I
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Troubleshooting
Problem
Tool will not start.
Possible Causes
1. Cord not connected.
Likely Solutions
1. Check that cord is plugged in.
2. No power at outlet.
2. Check power at outlet. If outlet is unpowered,
turn off tool and check circuit breaker. If breaker
is tripped, make sure circuit is right capacity
for tool and circuit has no other loads.
3. Tool’s thermal reset breaker
tripped (if equipped).
3. Turn off tool and allow to cool.
Press reset button on tool.
4. Internal damage or wear.
(Carbon brushes or
4. Have technician service tool.
switch, for example.)
Tool operates slowly. Extension cord too long or
wire size too small.
Eliminate use of extension cord. If an extension cord
is needed, use shorter/heavier gauge cord. See
Extension Cords in Grounding section on page 5.
1. Keep cutting accessories sharp. Replace as needed.
Performance
1. Accessory dull or damaged.
decreases over time.
2. Carbon brushes worn
2. Have qualified technician replace brushes.
or damaged.
Excessive noise
or rattling.
Overheating.
Internal damage or wear. (Carbon
brushes or bearings, for example.)
1. Forcing tool to work too fast.
Have technician service tool.
1. Allow tool to work at its own rate.
2. Accessory misaligned.
2. Check and correct accessory to
fence and/or table alignment.
3. Accessory dull or damaged.
4. Blocked motor housing vents.
3. Keep cutting accessories sharp. Replace as needed.
4. Wear ANSI-approved safety goggles and
NIOSH-approved dust mask/respirator while
blowing dust out of motor using compressed air.
5. Motor being strained by long or
small diameter extension cord.
5. Eliminate use of extension cord. If an extension
cord is needed, use one with the proper
diameter for its length and load. See Extension
Cords in Grounding section on page 5.
Follow all safety precautions whenever diagnosing or servicing the tool. Disconnect power
supply before service.
Record Product’s Serial Number Here:
Note: If product has no serial number, record month and year of purchase instead.
Note: Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only,
and are not available individually as replacement parts.
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Parts List and Assembly Diagram
PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY
THE MANUFACTURER AND/OR DISTRIBUTOR HAS PROVIDED THE PARTS LIST AND ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM IN
THIS MANUAL AS A REFERENCE TOOL ONLY. NEITHER THE MANUFACTURER OR DISTRIBUTOR MAKES ANY
REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY OF ANY KIND TO THE BUYER THAT HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED TO MAKE ANY REPAIRS
TO THE PRODUCT, OR THAT HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED TO REPLACE ANY PARTS OF THE PRODUCT. IN FACT, THE
MANUFACTURER AND/OR DISTRIBUTOR EXPRESSLY STATES THAT ALL REPAIRS AND PARTS REPLACEMENTS SHOULD
BE UNDERTAKEN BY CERTIFIED AND LICENSED TECHNICIANS, AND NOT BY THE BUYER. THE BUYER ASSUMES
ALL RISK AND LIABILITY ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER REPAIRS TO THE ORIGINAL PRODUCT OR REPLACEMENT
PARTS THERETO, OR ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER INSTALLATION OF REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO.
Part
Description
Qty.
1
2
1
1
1
3
2
1
3
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
4
1
1
3
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
2
1
2
2
2
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
2
1
2
2
Part
Description
Qty.
1
1
2
2
2
3
3
3
2
2
2
5
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
6
1
2
2
1
1
1
1
2
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
Knob
48 Bearing Sleeve
Flat Washer 8x24x2
Plastic Cover
Transparent Panel
Fixed Cover
Tapping Screw ST4.2X12
Screw M5X30
Screw M5X25
49 Housing
50 Carbon Brush Cover
51 Carbon Brush
52 Carbon Brush Holder
53 Screw M5X30
54 Spring Washerφ5
55 Flat Washerφ5
56 Screw M6X10
57 Nut
58 Spring
59 Tapping Screw ST4.2X14
60 Plate
61 Hex Screw M8X20
62 Flat Washer8X16X1.6
63 Lock Lever
Internal Tooth Locking Washer 5
10 Inner Cover
11 Hexagon Screw M8X18
12 Outer Flange
13 Blade
14 Inner Flange
15 Circlips for Shaft 42
16 Lower Guard
17 Head Screw M5X10
18 Offsetting Spring
19 Plastic Ring
20 Screw M5X14
21 Front Cover
22 Bearing 6003-2Z
23 Circlips for Hole 35
24 Semicircle Key 3×10×3.7
25 Spindle
64 Ring 12
65 Spring
66 Depth Lever
67 Hex Screw M8X15
68 Internal Tooth Locking Washer 4
69 Ring lug
70 Flat Washer φ4
71 Spring Washerφ4
72 Screw M4X10
73 Fender
74 Tapping Screw ST4.2X16
75 TappingScrew ST4.2X48
76 Column Pin 5X14
77 Lock Screw M6
78 Locking Plate
79 Spring
80 Auxiliary Locking Plate
81 Tapping Screw ST4.2X8
82 Plastic Washer
83 Lock Sleeve
84 Left Handle
85 Power Cord Sleeve
86 Soft Grip
87 Strain Relief
88 Switch 120V
89 Right Handle
90 Power Cord
91 Guide
92 Spanner
93 Assistant Handle
26 Gear
27 Circlips for Shaft 14
28 Bearing 608-2Z
29 Base Board
30 Pressing Screw for Guide
31 Revit 3X5
32 Screw
33 Baffle
34 Rip Guide Pin 11.5X8X45
35 Screw M5X16
36 Flat Washer 5x14x1
37 Baffle Ring for Lower Guard
38 Gear Housing
39 Bearing 6001-2Z
40 Spring
41 Spindle Lock
42 Armature
43 Fan
44 Screw ST4.8X72
45 Stator
46 Shank Button
47 Tension Spring
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Limited 90 Day Warranty
Harbor Freight Tools Co. makes every effort to assure that its products meet high quality and durability
standards, and warrants to the original purchaser that this product is free from defects in materials and workmanship
for the period of 90 days from the date of purchase. This warranty does not apply to damage due directly or
indirectly, to misuse, abuse, negligence or accidents, repairs or alterations outside our facilities, criminal activity,
improper installation, normal wear and tear, or to lack of maintenance. We shall in no event be liable for death,
injuries to persons or property, or for incidental, contingent, special or consequential damages arising from the use
of our product. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the
above limitation of exclusion may not apply to you. THIS WARRANTY IS EXPRESSLY IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER
WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS.
To take advantage of this warranty, the product or part must be returned to us with transportation
charges prepaid. Proof of purchase date and an explanation of the complaint must accompany the merchandise.
If our inspection verifies the defect, we will either repair or replace the product at our election or we may
elect to refund the purchase price if we cannot readily and quickly provide you with a replacement. We will
return repaired products at our expense, but if we determine there is no defect, or that the defect resulted
from causes not within the scope of our warranty, then you must bear the cost of returning the product.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
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