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ASSEMBLY AND ADJUSTMENTS 

 

WARNING: 

Remove the circular saw from the carton, and examine it carefully. Do not 

discard the carton or any packaging material until all parts are examined. 

 

WARNING: 

If any part of the saw is missing or damaged, do not plug the circular saw 

in until the damaged part is repaired or replaced. 
 

Fig. 3

 

 

 

 

 

WARNING: 

To avoid injury, ALWAYS turn the switch to the OFF position, and unplug 

the circular saw from the power outlet before installing or changing the saw blade. 

 
INSTALLING AND REMOVING THE SAW BLADE (FIG. 4) 

 

 
1.  Rotate the saw blade by hand, and depress the spindle lock button until the blade locks. 
2.  Unscrew the hexagon screw using the spanner that is provided.   
3.  Remove the outer blade flange and the hexagon screw. 
4.  Remove the saw blade from the inner flange, and pull it out. 
5.  Clean the flange thoroughly before mounting the new saw blade. 
6.  Mount the new saw blade, and tighten the hexagon screw. Check for concentricity, and 

ensure that it runs freely, by turning the blade by hand. 

Note: 

The direction in which the blade rotates must be the same as the direction of the 

arrow marked on the guard. 
7.  Ensure that the spindle lock button is released. 
8.  Before using the saw again, make sure the safety devices are in good working order. 

ON/OFF TRIGGER SWITCH WITH LOCK-OFF BUTTON 

The tool can only be used when both buttons are depressed. The main switch can also be 
locked in the “OFF” position in order to help prevent accidents. 

Fig. 4 

Summary of Contents for Hawkeye Laser 54-8347-0

Page 1: ...all Safety Instructions Warnings and Caution sections Use your tool properly and only for its intended purpose Safety symbols in this manual are used to indicate possible dangers The safety symbols and their explanations require your full understanding The safety warnings do not eliminate any danger by themselves and they are not substitutes for proper accident prevention measures This Safety Aler...

Page 2: ...e switch is dangerous and must be repaired Disconnect the plug from the power source before making any adjustments changing accessories or storing the tool Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the tool accidentally When not in use store tools out of the reach of children and other untrained persons Tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users Maintain tools with care ...

Page 3: ...cified for the tool can result in serious injury to the user and damage to the tool WARNING The operation of any tool can result in foreign objects being propelled into your eyes which could result in severe eye damage When operating power tool always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields or a full face shield if necessary WARNING Remove adjusting keys or switches before turning ...

Page 4: ... and wavelengths of 400 nm 700 nm Under normal circumstances these lasers do not present an optical hazard but staring at the beam may cause flash blindness WARNING Do not stare directly at the laser beam A hazard may exist if you deliberately stare into the beam Please observe all of the following safety rules The laser must be used and maintained in accordance with the manufacturer s instruction...

Page 5: ...d must be released The lower guard should operate automatically for all other sawing operations Always verify that the lower guard is covering the blade before placing the saw down on a bench or the floor An unprotected coasting blade will cause the saw to walk backward cutting whatever is in its path Be aware of the time it takes for the blade to stop after the trigger is released NEVER hold the ...

Page 6: ...nto existing walls or other blind areas The protruding blade may cut objects that can cause KICKBACK Do not use blades made of high alloy high speed steel HSS Do not use the circular saw near fumes or combustible liquids Secure small pieces of wood firmly before working Never hold them in your hand Never slow the blade down with your hands or by applying pressure to the side of the blade Never app...

Page 7: ...e guard lever 7 Depth locking lever 8 Angle locking knob 9 0 45 bevel gauge 10 Hexagon bolt 11 Base plate 12 Flange 13 Parallel fence guide 14 Parallel fence locking knob 15 Dust extraction port 16 Wrench 17 Cord guard 18 Laser aperture 19 Laser switch 20 Switch lock button 13 8 5 19 6 4 3 15 9 10 11 12 14 8 9 18 2 16 17 7 2 1 20 ...

Page 8: ...crew the hexagon screw using the spanner that is provided 3 Remove the outer blade flange and the hexagon screw 4 Remove the saw blade from the inner flange and pull it out 5 Clean the flange thoroughly before mounting the new saw blade 6 Mount the new saw blade and tighten the hexagon screw Check for concentricity and ensure that it runs freely by turning the blade by hand Note The direction in w...

Page 9: ...t in the base plate as shown in Fig 5 2 Adjust the guide to the required width according to the scale Do not forget the width of the blade 3 Tighten the setting screw ADJUSTING THE CUTTING DEPTH 1 Loosen the depth locking lever as shown in Fig 6 2 Hold the base plate flat against the edge of the workpiece and lift the body of the saw until the blade is at the right depth The saw teeth must project...

Page 10: ... tool may become hazardous when used on another tool WARNING Maintain tools with care Keep cutting tools sharp and clean Properly maintained tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control WARNING Check the power cord before each use If it is damaged replace it immediately Never use a tool with a damaged cord WARNING To ensure safety and reliability all repairs sho...

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