Chicago Electric 62370 Assembly instructions

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Owner’s Manual & Safety Instructions
Save This Manual Keep this manual for the safety warnings and precautions, assembly,
operating, inspection, maintenance and cleaning procedures. Write the product’s serial number in the
back of the manual near the assembly diagram (or month and year of purchase if product has no number).
Keep this manual and the receipt in a safe and dry place for future reference. 19e
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and undamaged. If any parts are missing or broken,
please call 1-888-866-5797 as soon as possible.
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Diagrams within this manual may not be drawn proportionally. Due to continuing
improvements, actual product may differ slightly from the product described herein.
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Read this material before using this product.
Failure to do so can result in serious injury.
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Important Safety Information ...................... 2
Specifications ............................................. 8
Setup - Before Use: .................................... 8
Operating Instructions ................................ 9
Maintenance and Servicing ....................... 12
Parts List and Diagram .............................. 14
Warranty .................................................... 16
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This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential
personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that
follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
will result in death or serious injury.
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result in death or serious injury.
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result in minor or moderate injury.
Addresses practices not related to personal injury.
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The term ″power tool″ in the warnings refers to your mains-operated (corded) power tool.
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Distractions can cause you to lose control.

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Carrying power tools with your finger on
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have the switch on invites accidents.
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Unapproved safety equipment may not provide
adequate protection. Eye protection must be
ANSI-approved and breathing protection
must be NIOSH-approved for the
specific hazards in the work area.

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Any power tool that cannot be controlled with
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Such preventive safety measures reduce the
risk of starting the power tool accidentally.
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dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
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are caused by poorly maintained power tools.
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maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges
are less likely to bind and are easier to control.
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power tool for operations different from those
intended could result in a hazardous situation.
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Contact with a ″live″ wire will make exposed metal
parts of the tool ″live″ and shock the operator.
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Holding the work by hand or against your body
leaves it unstable and may lead to loss of control.
3. Maintain labels and nameplates on the tool.
These carry important safety information.
If unreadable or missing, contact
Harbor Freight Tools for a replacement.
4. Avoid unintentional starting.
Prepare to begin work before turning on the tool.
5. 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.
6. When using a handheld power tool,
maintain a firm grip on the tool with both
hands to resist starting torque.
7. 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.
8. This product is not a toy.
Keep it out of reach of children.
9. 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.
• Do not use with power switch locked on.
• Properly maintain and inspect to avoid
electrical shock.
• Properly ground power cord. Ground Fault Circuit
Interrupter (GFCI) should also be implemented
– it prevents sustained electrical shock.
10. 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.

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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:
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.
2. Do not smoke during use. Nicotine reduces
the blood supply to the hands and fingers,
increasing the risk of vibration-related injury.
3. Wear suitable gloves to reduce the
vibration effects on the user.
4. Use tools with the lowest vibration
when there is a choice.
5. Include vibration-free periods each day of work.
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.
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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. IJ**%`R>(&83%>7'3%,89%D'$7*$1M
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. IJ**%`R>(&83%>7'3%,89%D'$7*$1M
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.
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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.
2. Double insulated tools may be used in either of the
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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. IJ**%A,+7*%<1M
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
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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. IJ**%A,+7*%<1M
5. If you are using one extension cord for more
than one tool, add the nameplate%amperes
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6. If you are using an extension cord outdoors, make
sure it is marked with the suffix “W-A” (“W” in
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.
8. Protect the extension cords from sharp objects,
excessive heat, and damp or wet areas.
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WARNING marking concerning Risk
of Eye Injury. Wear ANSI-approved
safety goggles with side shields.
Read the manual before
set-up and/or use.
WARNING marking concerning
Risk of Hearing Loss.
Wear hearing protection.
WARNING marking
concerning Risk of Fire.
Do not cover ventilation ducts.
Keep flammable objects away.
WARNING marking concerning
Risk of Electric Shock.
Properly connect power cord
to appropriate outlet.

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Electrical Rating 120VAC / 60Hz / 6A
Speed 0-2500 SPM
Stroke Length 7/8"
Chuck 1/2" Twist-lock
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1. If there is an installed blade, remove it by
twisting open the Chuck and pulling the blade
out. To open the Chuck, twist it counterclockwise
and hold it in the open position.
2. Release the Chuck to close it.
3. To install the new Saw Blade, twist and hold the
Chuck counterclockwise while inserting the Saw
Blade and pushing it in to its deepest position.
4. Release the Chuck to close it.
5. Check that the Saw Blade is firmly locked in
place and that the teeth are pointed downward.
?<CE@EFj To prevent serious injury: Before
plugging in the Power Cord for each use, wearing
work gloves, pull on the Saw Blade to make
sure it is securely locked in the Chuck.
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1. For comfort and controlled cutting from any
angle, the Handle may be rotated up to
180° with five positive stops (0°, 45°, 90°
to the left and 45° and 90° to the right).
2. To rotate the Handle, press the Rotation Switch,
turn the Handle to the desired position, and
release the Handle Rotation Switch. Make sure
the Handle is locked into the chosen position.

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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.
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.
3. Secure loose workpieces 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.
This is especially critical for plunge cuts.
5. Using a glove, push blade holder all the
way back. The workpiece must be thinner than
minimum blade extension.
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1. Install the Blade and adjust the Handle.
2. Press and release the Trigger to ensure
that the Trigger Lock is off.
3. Holding the Saw with the Trigger released, plug
the Power Cord into a 120V electrical outlet.
4. To begin sawing, gripping the saw firmly with
both hands, rest the front of the Shoe on your
workpiece with the blade above the work.
@=>DCA<EA- Do not start the Saw if the Saw Blade
is in contact with anything before operation.
5. Depress the Trigger. The Saw features a variable
speed Trigger. For increased strokes per minute,
squeeze the Trigger harder. For decreased strokes
per minute, apply less pressure to the Trigger.
E&$*- When cutting softer materials, use a faster speed.
When cutting harder materials, use a slower speed.
6. Allow the tool to come up to full speed
before touching the workpiece.
7. Guide the Saw Blade into the workpiece.
?<CE@EFj Keep the Shoe pressed firmly against the
workpiece while cutting to prevent tool kickback.
8. For continuous cutting, press and release the
Trigger Lock button, then release the Trigger.
9. Maintain a smooth motion, guiding the Blade
through the material as it is cut. Follow the cut.
Do not press too hard. If the saw slows down as
it is cutting, apply less pressure on the saw.
10. To stop the saw, release the Trigger when not
using the Trigger Lock feature. If using the Trigger
Lock function, press and release the Trigger.
11. Allow the tool to come to a complete
stop before setting it down.
12. 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.

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Plunge cut into plywood and thin board
panels. Do not attempt to plunge cut into
thick, hard wood or metal panels.
1. Clearly mark the line of cut.
2. From a convenient starting point within the
cutting area, place the tip of the Blade over that
point with the Saw parallel to the line of cut.
3. Place the edge of the Pivot Shoe on the
workpiece with the Blade NOT touching the
workpiece. Squeeze the Trigger to start the
tool operating. Never start a plunge cut with
the Blade tip touching the workpiece. This
will cause an immediate kickback, that can
damage the workpiece, blade or cause injury.
4. Wait for the Saw to reach full speed, then slowly
rotate the tool on the Pivot Shoe as the Blade
contacts the workpiece. Hold the tool firmly.
5. Continue to slowly rotate the tool until the
Blade has penetrated through the workpiece.
Press the Pivot Shoe firmly against the
workpiece and continue to make the cut.
Line of cut
Shoe
Rotate Tool on
Pivot Shoe
6. When the cut is complete, turn off the
tool. Allow the tool to stop completely
before removing it from the cut.
7. 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.
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1. Install a metal cutting blade and adjust the Handle.
2. Coat the cutting surface with cutting oil to
prevent the blade from overheating.
3. Follow general cutting procedure see
“General Cutting” on page 10.
4. 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.

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1. K6NDC6%6<XB%YJ6P 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. <NA6C%YJ6P wipe external surfaces
of the tool with clean cloth.
3. Periodically blow dust and grit out of the motor vents
using dry compressed air. Wear ANSI-approved
safety goggles and NIOSH-approved
breathing protection while doing this.
4. Check the condition of Blade regularly.
Bent, cracked, worn or dull blades will not
operate properly and can cause damage or
injury. Discard damaged or worn blades.
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Tool will not start. 1. Cord not connected.
2. No power at outlet.
3. Tool’s thermal reset breaker
tripped (if equipped).
4. Internal damage or wear.
(Carbon brushes or
switch, for example.)
1. Check that cord is plugged in.
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. Turn off tool and allow to cool.
Press reset button on tool.
4. Have technician service tool.
Tool operates slowly. Extension cord too long or
cord diameter too small.
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 6.
Performance
decreases over time.
1. Accessory dull or damaged.
2. Carbon brushes worn
or damaged.
1. Keep cutting accessories sharp.
Replace as needed.
2. Have qualified technician replace brushes.
Excessive noise
or rattling.
Internal damage or wear. (Carbon
brushes or bearings, for example.)
Have technician service tool.
Overheating. 1. Forcing tool to work too fast.
2. Accessory dull or damaged.
3. Blocked motor housing vents.
4. Motor being strained by long or
small diameter extension cord.
1. Allow tool to work at its own rate.
2. Keep cutting accessories sharp.
Replace as needed.
3. Wear ANSI-approved safety goggles and
NIOSH-approved dust mask/respirator while
blowing dust out of motor using compressed air.
4. 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 6.
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1 Baffle Ring 1
2 Outer Ring 1
3 Torsional Spring 1
4 Pin 1
5 Compression Spring 1
6 Inner Ring 1
7 Roll Pin 1
8 Washer 1
9 Felt Ring 1
10 Sliding Bearing 1
11 Ball Cover 1
12 Offsetting Rod 1
13 Phill Pan Head Screw 4
14 Phill Pan Head Screw 1
15 Spring Washer 1
16 Housing Cover 1
17 Phill Pan Head Screw 4
18 Cover Plate 1
19 Middle Plate 1
20 Gear Shaft 1
21 Needle Bearing 1
22 Roll Pin 1
23 Gear 1
24 Washer 2
25 Bearing 2
26 Circlips for Hole 1
27 Bearing 1
28 Enclosure 1
29 Saw Gate 1
30 Saw Blade 1
31 Baffle 1
32 Leather Sleeve 1
33 Phill Pan Head Tapping Screw 4
34 Washer 1
35 Phill Sunk Head Screw 1
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36 Circlips for Shaft 1
37 Bearing Clamp 1
38 Inner Gear Washer 3
39 Phill Sunk Head Screw 3
40 Armature 1
41 Air Baffle Ring 1
42 Bearing 1
43 Bearing Sleeve 1
44 Sleeve 1
45 Supporting Block 1
46 Inner Hex Roll Head Screw 2
47 Wrench 1
48 Phill Pan Head Tapping Screw 2
49 Flat Washer 2
50 Stator 1
51 Three Teeth Buckle 6
52 Tension Spring 2
53 Motor Housing 1
54 Brush Cap 2
55 Carbon Brush 2
56 Brush Holder 2
57 Nameplate 1
58 Left Handle 1
59 Switch 1
60 Cable Clamp 1
61 Phill Pan Head Tapping Screw 4
62 Cable & Plug 1
63 Cable Sleeve 1
64 Right Handle 1
65 Phill Pan Head Tapping Screw 6
66 Self-locking Spring 1
67 Revolving Switch 1
68 Brand 1
69 Phill Pan Head Screw 2
70 Phill Pan Head Screw 2
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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.
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E&$*- If product has no serial number, record month and year of purchase instead.
E&$*- Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only,
and are not available individually as replacement parts.

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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.