Kawasaki Saw 843327 User Manual

COMPONENT  
#840327  
7 1/4" CIRCULAR SAW  
INSTRUCTION MANUAL  
THIS MANUAL CONTAINS IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING SAFETY, OPERATION,  
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SO COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY AND/OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.  
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840327 - 7 1/4" Circular Saw_Rev 5/10/07  
Printed in China  
 
WORK AREA  
WARNING  
indicates a potentially hazardous  
situation which, if not avoided, could result in  
death or serious injury.  
Keep your work area clean and well lit.  
invite accidents.  
Cluttered benches and dark areas  
CAUTION  
indicates a potentially hazardous  
situation which, if not avoided, may result in  
minor or moderate injury.  
Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the pres-  
ence of flammable liquids, gases or dust.  
may ignite the dust or fumes.  
Power tools create sparks which  
CAUTION  
used without the safety alert symbol  
indicates a potentially hazardous situation which,  
if not avoided, may result in property damage.  
Keep bystanders, children, and visitors away while operating a power tool.  
Distractions can cause you to lose control.  
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.  
ELECTRICAL SAFETY  
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS  
Double insulated tools are equipped with a polarized plug (one blade is  
wider than the other.) This plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If  
the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit,  
contact a qualified electrician to install a polarized outlet. Do not change the  
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.  
plug in any way.  
Double insulation  
eliminates the need for the three wire  
grounded power cord and grounded power supply system.  
Avoid body contact with grounded surfaces such as pipes, radiators, ranges  
and refrigerators  
grounded.  
. There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is  
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.  
Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions.  
Water entering a power  
Some examples of these chemicals are:  
• Lead from lead-based paints.  
tool will increase the risk of electric shock.  
Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord to carry the tool or pull the plug  
from an outlet. Keep the cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges, or moving  
parts. Replace damaged cords immediately  
Crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products,  
and arsenic and chromium from chemically-treated lumber.  
. Damaged cords increase the risk  
of electric shock.  
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.  
When operating the tool outside, use an outdoor extension cord marked W-  
A” or W.”  
These cords are rated for outdoor use and reduce the risk of elec-  
tric shock.  
WARNING:  
Handling the power cord on corded products may expose you to  
Make sure the extension cord being used is in good condition. If there are any  
DO NOT  
lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth  
defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.  
cut or nicks (no matter how deep) in the insulation,  
make sure the extension cord is heavy enough to carry the current needed by  
DO NOT  
use that cord. Also,  
the saw (see ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS).  
use small "around-the-  
house” lamp extension cords. These cords can easily overheat and/or catch fire  
when used with power tools.  
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PERSONAL SAFETY  
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  
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,  
tool serviced before using.  
Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained  
tools.  
alcohol or medication.  
A moment of inattention while operating power tools  
Use only accessories that are recommended by the manufacturer for your  
model.  
may result in serious personal injury.  
Accessories that may be suitable for one tool may become hazardous  
when used on another tool.  
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.  
SERVICE  
Avoid accidental starting. Be sure switch is off before plugging in.  
tools with your finger on the switch or plugging in tools that have the switch on  
invites accidents.  
Carrying  
Tool service must be performed only by qualified repair personnel.  
maintenance by unqualified personnel may result in a risk of injury.  
Service or  
When servicing a tool, use only identical replacement parts. Follow instructions  
in the Maintenance section of this manual.  
follow Maintenance Instructions may create a risk of electric shock or injury.  
Remove adjusting keys or wrenches before turning the tool ON.  
key that is left attached to a rotating part of the tool may result in personal injury.  
A wrench or a  
Use of unauthorized parts or failure to  
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.  
SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES AND/OR SYMBOLS  
Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protection.  
Dust mask, non-skid safe-  
ty shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection must be used for appropriate conditions..  
Keep hands away from cutting area and blade. Keep your second hand on  
TOOL USE AND CARE  
auxiliary handle or motor housing.  
If both hands are holding the saw, they  
cannot be cut by the blade.  
Keep your body positioned to either side of the saw blade, but not in line with  
the saw blade.  
Causes and Prevention of Kickback).  
Use clamps or other practical ways to secure and support the workpiece to a  
KICKBACK could cause the saw to jump backwards (See  
stable platform.  
Holding the work by hand or against your body is unstable and  
may lead to loss of control.  
Do not reach underneath the work.  
The guard cannot protect you from the  
Do not force tool. Use the correct tool for your application.  
The correct tool  
blade below the work.  
will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it is designed.  
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  
Do not use tool if the power switch does not turn it ON” or OFF. Any tool that can-  
not be controlled with the power switch is dangerous and must be replaced.  
lower guard into the open position.  
If saw is accidentally dropped, lower guard  
Disconnect the power cord plug from the power source before making any  
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.  
adjustments, changing accessories or storing the tool.  
Such preventive safe-  
ty measures reduce the risk of starting the tool accidentally.  
Store idle tools out of reach of children and other untrained persons.  
are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.  
Tools  
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.  
Maintain tools with care. Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained  
tools with a sharp cutting edge are less likely to bind and are easier to control.  
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from the blade. Never reach underneath the tool while the blade is in motion.  
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  
Do not use your legs or feet to stabilize the work piece.  
Keep the handle of the Circular Saw dry, clean and free from oil and grease.  
released.  
For all other sawing, the lower guard should operate automatically.  
Always observe that the lower guard is covering the blade before placing  
saw down on bench or floor.  
Do not run the Circular Saw while carrying it at your side.  
could cause serious personal injury.  
A moving blade  
An unprotected, coasting blade will cause the saw  
before making any  
Disconnect the power cord plug from the power source  
assembly adjustments, changing accessories, performing any inspection,  
maintenance or cleaning procedures.  
to walk backwards, cutting whatever is in its path. Be aware of the time it takes  
for the blade to stop after the switch is released.  
Such preventive safety measures reduce  
NEVER hold piece being cut in your hands or across your leg.  
support the work properly to minimize body exposure, blade binding, or loss of con-  
trol.  
It is important to  
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 saw-  
Hold tool by insulated gripping surfaces when performing an operation  
ing overhead.  
Be on the lookout for hidden wires and falling debris.  
where the cutting tool may contact hidden wiring.  
Contact with a live” wire  
Do not use the Circular Saw if it has been damaged, left outdoors in the rain,  
snow, wet or damp environments, or immersed in liquid.  
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.  
the accuracy of the cut and reduces the chance for blade binding.  
This improves  
Maintain labels and nameplates on the Circular Saw. These carry important  
information. If unreadable or missing, contact Alltrade for a replacement.  
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  
CAUSES AND PREVENTION OF KICKBACK  
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.  
Kickback is a sudden reaction to a pinched, bound, or misaligned saw blade, caus-  
ing 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.  
SAFETY RULES FOR CIRCULAR SAWS  
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 metal causing the blade to climb  
out of the kerf and jump back toward the operator.  
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.  
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:  
This saw may  
throw up debris that could lodge in the eyes causing severe pain or injury.  
Maintain a firm grip on the saw and position your body and arm in a way that  
allows you to resist KICKBACK forces.  
the operator, if proper precautions are taken.  
KICKBACK forces can be controlled by  
Inspect the bolts and blade washers before each use.  
bolts or blade washers can cause injury.  
Damaged or incorrect  
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 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 grasp  
the tool or place your hands too close to the blade.  
Keep your hands well away  
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FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION  
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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.  
may walk up or KICKBACK from the work piece as the saw is restarted.  
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If saw blade is binding, it  
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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.  
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Do not use dull or damaged blade.  
Unsharpened or improperly set blades pro-  
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duce narrow kerf causing excessive friction, blade binding and KICKBACK.  
Bladedepthandbevel adjustinglockingleversmustbetightandsecurebeforemak-  
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ing cut.  
If blade adjustment shifts while cutting, it will cause binding and KICKBACK.  
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Use extra caution when making a Pocket Cut” into existing walls or other  
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blind areas.  
The protruding blade may cut objects that can cause KICKBACK.  
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SYMBOLS  
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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  
Voltage (Potential)  
Current  
Frequency (Cycles per Second)  
Power  
Weight  
Type of Current  
Type of Current  
15  
14  
V
A
Hz  
W
Kg  
Volts  
Amperes  
Hertz  
CONTROLS AND COMPONENTS:  
1. Laser On/Off Switch  
2. Laser light  
12. Blade Lock Button  
13. On/Off Switch  
14. Depth Adjustment Lever  
15. Bevel Scale  
16. Power Cord  
ACCESSORIES:  
17. Saw Blade (1)  
18. Blade Wrench  
19. Rip Fence  
Watt  
Kilograms  
Alternating Current  
Direct Current  
3. Bevel Adjustment Lever  
4. Shoe  
5. Rip Fence Lock Knob  
6. Rip Fence Slot  
7. Lower Guard Lift Lever  
8. Dust Port  
9. Main Handle  
10. Battery Housing Cover  
11. Auxiliary Handle  
Alternating or Direct Current Type of Current  
Earthing Terminal  
Class II Construction  
Minutes  
Grounding Terminal  
Denotes Double Insulation  
Time  
Time  
Size of Drill Bits,  
min  
s
Seconds  
Diameter  
20. AAA battery (2) (not shown)  
Grinding Wheels, etc.  
No load speed  
No-load Rotational Speed  
.../min  
Revolutions per Minute  
Revolutions, Surface Speed,  
Strokes, etc. per Minute  
1,2,3, …  
Ring Selector Settings  
Speed, Torque or Position Settings  
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ASSEMBLY  
MOUNTING THE RIP FENCE  
MOUNTING THE RIP FENCE:  
The rip fence allows sawing parallel  
to an edge at a maximum distance  
of 10cm.  
Always make sure that the power cord is unplugged and the trigger switch is  
OFF” before changing blades or attachments.  
When removing the blade from the tool, avoid contact with skin and use  
1. Loosen the lock knob.  
proper protective gloves when grasping the blade or accessory.  
may be hot after prolonged use.  
Accessories  
2. Insert the rip fence into the saw base  
as shown in the illustration.  
3. Set the lock knob to the required  
distance.  
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.  
4. Tighten the lock knob.  
CUTTING DEPTH ADJUSTMENT  
ATTACHING / REMOVING BLADE  
Disconnect plug from power supply before making any  
adjustments to the tool.  
Only use sharp and undamaged saw blades. Cracked  
or bent saw blades must be replaced immediately.  
1. Hold the saw firmly.  
LOOSEN  
REPLACING THE SAW BLADE:  
1. Keep the spindle lock button  
depressed and rotate the saw blade  
by hand until it is blocked. Keep the  
spindle lock depressed.  
TIGHTEN  
2. Raise the depth adjustment lever to  
loosen and move shoe to obtain the  
desired depth of cut.  
3. Make sure the depth adjustment lever  
has been retightened (lowered) before  
operating saw.  
2. Loosen the blade bolt and remove it.  
3. Remove the flange.  
Your saw is equipped with a carbide tipped blade for long life and efficient cutting.  
4. Hold the saw blade guard open.  
Setting the saw at the proper cutting depth keeps blade friction to a minimum,  
removes sawdust from between the blade teeth, results in cooler, faster sawing  
and reduces the chance of kickback. Align the appropriate mark on the depth  
adjustment strap with the triangle on the upper blade guard. Your depth is set.  
5. Remove the old saw blade and  
place the new saw blade with the  
teeth pointing in the direction of  
rotation. See arrow on the housing.  
For the most efficient cutting action using a carbide tipped blade, set the depth  
adjustment so that about one half of a tooth projects below the surface of the  
wood to be cut.  
6. Move the saw blade guard back  
into its normal position.  
7. Place the flange on the saw blade  
and secure the blade bolt.  
8. Release the spindle lock button.  
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A method of checking the correct cut-  
ting depth is to lay a piece of the  
material you plan to cut along the side  
of the blade and observe how much  
tooth projects beyond the material.  
LASER SAFETY  
NEVER LOOK INTO THE LASER BEAM.  
Any contact with the eyes by the beam  
could cause injury. Do not use the laser when cutting reflective materials.  
DO NOT AIM THE LASER BEAM AT ANYONE OR AT REFLECTIVE SURFACES.  
CLASS 2M LASER PRODUCT.  
Any contact with the eyes by the beam could  
cause injury. Ensure the laser beam is turned on only when the tool is on a non-  
reflective workpiece and as such it is aimed only at the work surface. Metals and  
other materials like steel which can be highly reflective should only be cut with-  
out the use of the laser.  
BEVEL ANGLE ADJUSTMENT  
STORE OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.  
Equipment should be in a high location  
or locked up to keep out of reach of children. It is not a toy.  
DO NOT TAMPER WITH THE LASER OUTPUT.  
Disconnect plug from power supply before making any  
adjustments to the tool.  
Changing the performance of the  
laser to increase its output is prohibited. Any claim for damages or injuries  
resulting from not following these instructions will be refused.  
The full range of bevel adjustment is from 0  
to 45 DEGREES. The quadrant is graduated  
in increments of 5 degrees.  
OPERATION ACCESSIBLE FIELDS:  
Wavelength  
636-660nm  
<1mW CW  
Laser Power for Classification  
LOCK  
On the front of the saw is a bevel angle  
adjustment mechanism consisting of a cali-  
brated quadrant and a knob.  
NEVER OPERATE LASER IF THE UNIT IS DEFECTIVE OR THE COVER OR SEAL  
IS DAMAGED.  
DO NOT SERVICE LASER.  
The laser unit must be returned to the factory for any  
service or repair. Service or repair must be handled by authorized factory  
trained technicians.  
Do not open the laser unit except to change batteries.  
REMOVE BATTERIES IF THE LEVEL IS TO BE STORED FOR ANY LENGTH OF  
To set the saw for a bevel cut, turn the  
bevel adjustment knob counterclockwise  
to loosen, and tilt shoe to the desired  
angle by aligning the pointer with the  
desired angle mark. Retighten knob firmly  
by turning it clockwise.  
TIME.  
Batteries may leak and damage the laser if it is stored idle for more than  
3 months.  
Be careful with this tool. Striking or jarring it, especially on the laser housing,  
can affect its accuracy.  
Other than batteries, there are no user-serviceable parts in the laser device.  
LASER GUIDE  
AVOID EXPOSURE -  
LASER LIGHT IS EMITTED  
FROM THIS APERTURE.î  
LASER LIGHT  
DO NOT VIEW DIRECTLY WITH OPTICAL  
LASER RADIATION  
INSTRUMENTS (MAGNIFIERS)  
CAUTION LABEL  
CLASS 2M LASER PRODUCT  
635-660nm, <1mW CW  
CLASSIFIEDS PER IEC 60825-1, Ed. 1.2, 2001-08  
Use of controls or procedures, or performance of proce-  
dures other then those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation  
exposure.  
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OPERATING THE CIRCULAR SAW  
OPERATING THE LASER  
Do not stare into the laser beam. Never aim the beam at  
any person or an object other than the workpiece. The use of optical instru-  
ments with this laser product will increase the chance of eye damage.  
Always unplug the tool before attempting to change the  
blade or accessories.  
The laser runs on two AAA batteries which are located  
beneath the ON/OFF” switch.  
OPERATING THE ON/OFF SWITCH  
Squeeze the trigger switch to turn  
the tool “ON. Release the trigger  
switch to turn the tool “OFF.  
When the laser light begins to dim, change both batteries.  
NEVER mix old batteries with new.  
TO CHANGE LASER BATTERIES:  
1. Push up on battery compartment cover and pull open.  
2. Make sure batteries are correctly positioned according  
to the positive/negative markings on the compartment.  
3. Close cover.  
USING THE LASER LIGHT:  
1. Place the workpiece on the table.  
GENERAL CUTTING  
2. To turn the laser light on, press the  
ON/OFF” switch.  
Always hold the saw in front of you and away from your body. Keep your  
hands and feet well away from the work piece.  
3. To turn the laser light off, press the  
ON/OFF” switch 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.  
4. To adjust the laser line, turn the  
laser adjustment knob in a counter-  
clockwise direction to loosen it and  
then move it to the left or right until the laser line is in line with the blade. Turn  
the laser adjustment knob in a clockwise direction to tighten.  
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.  
The laser guide does not normally present an optical hazard, although staring at  
the beam may cause flash blindness.  
The laser should be used and maintained in accordance with the manufacturer’s  
instructions.  
Put on eye protection.  
Always ensure the laser beam is aimed at a sturdy workpiece without a reflective  
surface, i.e. wood or rough coated surfaces are acceptable. A bright shiny reflec-  
tive sheet or the like is not suitable for laser use as the defective surface could  
direct the beam back at the operator.  
Clear the saw of any foreign material.  
• Make sure the work piece is held securely in place. Hold smaller pieces in a vise  
or attach to the workbench with clamps.  
• Mark out the line to be cut so it is easily visible.  
Check the lower guard for damage. If damaged, do not use tool.  
It may be more difficult to see the laser line in condi-  
tions of bright sunshine and on certain surfaces.  
Always use the right blade for the material.  
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• Make sure all bolts, screws and locking levers are secure before starting tool.  
Pull the trigger to start the saw.  
4. Maximum Cutting Time (the total amount of time that the saw can be under load  
between cool down periods.)  
5. Cool Down Period (6 minutes running with no load or 60 min. switched off.)  
Set the shoe against the work piece.  
When the blade reaches full speed, slowly feed the blade into the work piece.  
When the blade starts cutting, release the blade guard.  
Maximum  
Max  
Material  
Thickness  
Cutting Time Max Length Feed Rate  
(seconds)  
30-45  
Cool Down  
Period  
of Cut  
15"  
9"  
(sec./inch)  
2-3  
3/8"  
1/2"  
5/8"  
3/4"  
6 min. running  
with no load  
or 60 minutes  
switched off  
To reduce risk of damage to the tool or blade, do not exceed the feed rate  
and maximum cut time for materials thicker than 1/4", as charted below.  
18-36  
2-4  
18-30  
6"  
3-5  
Between maximum cut times, allow the tool to cool down for 6 minutes of  
running with no load or 60 minutes switched off.  
20-25  
5"  
4-5  
Cutting too fast or too long in heavy material will damage the tool if the tool  
if the tool is not allowed to cool.  
CUTTING THIN OR CORRUGATED MATERIALS  
Cut thin and corrugated materials at least 1" from the edge of the workpiece to avoid  
injury or damage to the tool caused by thin strips of metal being pulled into the  
upper guard.  
Cutting too slow will cause excessive wear on the blade.  
This tool is intended for cutting unhardened ferrous metal and non-ferrous metal.  
The following precautions must be followed to reduce the risk of injury.  
CUTTING LARGE SHEETS  
Large sheets sag or bend if they are not correctly supported. If you attempt to cut  
without leveling and properly supporting the workpiece, the blade will tend to bind,  
causing KICKBACK.  
Do not cut stacked materials. Cut one piece at a time.  
Do not cut hardened steel.  
Support large sheets. Be sure to set the depth of the cut so that you can only cut  
through the workpiece, not through the supports.  
Cut materials with the wider edge of the shoe over the clamped side of  
the material.  
When cutting widths greater than 4", clamp 1" lumber to the work piece and use the  
inside edge of the shoe as a guide.  
Do not touch the blade, workpiece, chips, or chip container with bare hands  
immediately after cutting; they may be hot and could burn skin.  
CUTTING MATERIALS THICKER THAN 1/4" (3/4" MAXIMUM THICKNESS)  
POCKET CUTTING  
When cutting materials over 1/4", certain guidelines must be followed to avoid  
serious damage to the tool and/or blade. The correct combination of the following  
factors will allow for a successful cut through thicker materials:  
If the blade binds, release the trigger immediately. Do  
not move the saw until the blade comes to a complete stop. Find the cause of  
the binding before starting the saw again.  
1. Material Thickness (do not cut materials thicker than 3/4")  
If the material thickness is not shown in the chart below,  
If the blade becomes pinched, twisted, misaligned or  
bound, it will stall and lift up out of the work piece, suddenly jerking back  
toward the operator. This reaction is referred to as KICKBACK.  
round up to the nearest thickness listed in the chart and follow those guidelines.  
2. Maximum Length of Cut (the length of material in inches through which the saw  
moves between cool down periods.)  
3. Feed Rate (the speed at which the saw moves through the material in seconds  
per inch.)  
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• Mark out the line to be cut so it  
is easily visible.  
ACCESSORIES  
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.  
Start inside the area to be cut out.  
Set the shoe against the work  
piece at an angle.  
Always attach grounded (3-prong) extension cords to grounded (3-hole) outlets.  
• Lift the blade guard.  
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.  
ence a loss of power, excessive voltage drop or overheating. The smaller the gauge  
number, the heavier the cord (see table on below).  
If not, your tool may experi-  
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.  
RECOMMENDED SIZES OF EXTENSION CORDS 120 VOLT AC 60 HZ TOOLS  
TOOL CURRENT RATING  
CONDUCTOR SIZE IN A.W.G  
AMPERE  
3-6  
10FT.  
18  
25FT.  
18  
50FT.  
18  
18  
18  
14  
100FT.  
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16  
14  
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MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING  
6-8  
18  
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8-10  
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This Circular Saw is lubricated before it leaves  
10-12  
12-16  
16-20  
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14  
12  
16  
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the factory.  
This lubrication should last for the life of the tool. No further  
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lubrication is required.  
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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.  
SPECIFICATIONS  
SPECIFICATIONS  
Regularly clean the ventilation slots in your tool and charger using only a soft  
brush or dry cloth.  
Input  
120V  
60Hz 13 Amp  
Inspect all mounting screws regularly. Tighten any loose screws. Failure to keep  
the mounting screws tight could result in serious injuries.  
No-Load Speed  
Blade Diameter  
Max. Depth of Cut  
5000 RPM  
7-1/4”  
2-1/2” @ 90°  
1-5/8” @ 45°  
Never open the Circular Saw case. Do not attempt to repair the Circular Saw your-  
self. Opening the tool will void your warranty.  
LASER MAINTENANCE  
For best performance, perform the following maintenance regularly:  
Disconnect machine from power source.  
Carefully clean  
sawdust from laser lens with a cotton swab. Do not use solvents of any kind  
since they may damage the lens.  
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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 & Repair,  
1431 Via Plata, Long Beach, CA 90810, Attn: Customer Service #1-800-590-3723)  
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 insured 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  
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 charges. 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.  
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  
Reciprocating Saws  
Routers  
Rotary Tools  
Jigsaws  
Corded and Cordless Multi-Purpose  
Tools  
Circular Saws  
Wide Range of Accessories and more  
Angle Grinders  
3 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY  
Express and Exclusive Limited Warranty to Original Retail Buyer  
Alltrade Tools LLC (hereinafter "Alltrade") expressly warrants to the original retail  
purchaser of the accompanying KAWASAKI™ power tool and no one else all parts  
of the product (except those parts referred to below which are specifically exclud-  
ed from such warranty (see Exclusions)) to be free from defects in materials and  
workmanship for a period of three years from original date of purchase, except that  
such warranty with regard to the battery shall be for a period of two years from  
original date of purchase, unless the tool is used for commercial or rental  
purposes.  
SPECIAL WARRANTY NOTE FOR COMMERCIAL OR RENTAL USE:  
The above  
warranty for this Kawasaki™ power tool, including the battery, shall be effective for  
only 90 days from the original date of purchase if this tool is used for any  
COMMERCIAL OR RENTAL PURPOSE.  
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 or altered. 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.  
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.  
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  
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.  
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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 THIS  
WARRANTY.  
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. PURCHASERS 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 POSSIBILITY OF ANY SUCH  
DAMAGES. IN NO EVENT, WHETHER AS A RESULT OF A BREACH OF CONTRACT,  
WARRANTY, TORT (INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE) OR OTHERWISE, SHALL  
ALLTRADES 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.  
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  
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. PURCHASERS  
SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY IS AS STATED 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 toll free at 1-800-590-3723 for general repair information and charges.  
EXCLUSION AND DISCLAIMER OF ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THE  
IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR  
PURPOSE. NO WARRANTY, ORAL OR WRITTEN, 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  
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