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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
11. Pocket Cutting
WARNING:
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0°before making a pocket cut. Attempting a pocket cut at
any other setting can result in loss of control of the saw
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knob.
b. Set the blade to the correct blade-depth setting and
tighten the depth-locking lever (L).
c. Swing the lower blade guard up using the blade-
guard lever (H).
d. Hold the lower blade guard in place with the
blade-guard lever.
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with the rear of the handle raised so that the blade does not touch the workpiece.
f. Press the lock-off button and depress the trigger switch to start the saw.
g. Allow the blade to reach full speed, then guide the saw into the workpiece and make the cut.
h. Release the trigger switch and allow the blade to come to a complete stop.
i. Lift the saw from the workpiece.
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 kick back toward the operator.
WARNING:
As the blade starts cutting the material, release the blade-guard lever immediately.
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the end of the cut.
WARNING:
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CARE AND MAINTENANCE
All maintenance should only be carried out by an authorized service organization.
Cleaning
Before cleaning or performing any maintenance, remove the battery pack from the tool. For safe and
proper operation, always keep the tool and its ventilation slots clean.
Always use only a soft, dry cloth to clean your circular saw; never use detergent or alcohol.
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