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f)   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.

3.  peRSoNal SaFetY
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.

b)  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.

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. 

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.

 

e)  Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and 

balance at all times. 

This enables better control 

of the power tool in unexpected situations.

 

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.

g)  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.

4.  poweR tool uSe aND CaRe
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.

 

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.

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. 

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.

e)  maintain power tools. Check for misalignment 

or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts 
and any other condition that may affect the 
power tools operation. if damaged, have the 
power tool repaired before use. 

Many accidents 

are caused by poorly maintained power tools.

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.

g)  use the power tool, accessories and tool bits 

etc., in accordance with these instructions 
and in the manner intended for the particular 
type of power tool, 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.

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.

 

aDDitioNal SaFetY RuleS FoR 

YouR CiRCulaR Saw

1.  do not use any abrasive wheels.

SaFetY iNStRuCtioNS FoR all SawS
a)

 

             

DaNGeR: Keep hands away from cutting 
area and the blade.

 if both hands are 

holding the saw, they cannot be cut by the blade.

b)  Do not reach underneath the workpiece.

 The 

guard cannot protect you from the blade below the 
workpiece.

Summary of Contents for RK3441K

Page 1: ...RK3441K 4 1 2 Compact Circular Saw PAGe 4 ENG SIERRA CIRCULAR COMPACTA DE 4 1 2 PAGe 12 ESP SCIE CIRCULAIRE COMPACTE DE 11 4 CM 4 1 2 PO PAGE 21 FRE ...

Page 2: ...completamente satisfecho con su compra Lea cuidadosamente las instrucciones de seguridad y de operación para obtener mayor información acerca de cómo utilizar éste producto correctamente dentro de las normas y reglas de seguridad Merci d avoir choisi un produit de marque ROCKWELL Nous sommes certains que vous apprécierez la qualité de ce produit et qu il saura vous satisfaire Pour être renseigné s...

Page 3: ...RK3441K 1 8 2 4 3 5 7 12 6 16 18 17 9 10 11 14 13 19 15 A B C1 C2 D ...

Page 4: ...ndle lock button Lower blade guard Lower guard lever Fixed upper guard Dust extraction outlet Vacuum adapter Depth adjustment lever Base plate Saw blade Inner flange Blade bolt Parallel guide Parallel guide clamping fixture Bevel adjustment lever Outer flange 1 10 2 11 3 12 4 13 5 14 6 15 7 16 8 17 9 18 19 ...

Page 5: ...GS 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 electric corded power tool or battery operated cordless power tool 1 WORK AREA SAFETY a Keep work area clean and well lit Cluttered or d...

Page 6: ...ect power tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed 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 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 pow...

Page 7: ... a firm grip on the saw and position your arm to resist kickback forces Position your body to either side of the blade but not in line with the blade Position the hand not holding the saw well away from the travel path of the saw Kickback could cause the saw to jump backwards but kickback forces can be controlled by the operator if proper precautions are taken b When blade is binding or when inter...

Page 8: ...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 d 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 bla...

Page 9: ... 1 4 turn more than finger tight using the hex key 3 Check that the blade is securely fastened by continuing to hold down the spindle lock button 5 and attempting to manually rotate the blade If installed correctly the blade should not spin For best cutting results use a saw blade suited to the material and cut quality desired 3 Adjusting the Cutting Depth Release the Depth Adjustment Lever 11 by ...

Page 10: ...to allow for the blade thickness to get an accurate cut MAKING RIP CUTS Always use a guide when making long rip cuts with your saw You can use any suitable straight edge clamped to the work or the parallel guide that is included with your saw 2 POCKET CUTTING SOFT MATERIALS ONLY This operation requires much skill with a saw and must only be carried out by a qualified person Warning The blade teeth...

Page 11: ...ess than that is set Sawdust accumulated at the rear of the base Shake out sawdust Consider connecting a vacuum for dust collection Blade spins or slips Blade is not tightly engaged with the spindle Remove the blade and reassemble it as described in INSTALL CHANGE THE BLADE section Blade will not cut a straight line Blade is dull Blade is not mounted properly Saw is not being guided properly Mount...

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