MasterCraft Hawkeye Laser 054-8347-0 User manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL
7 1/4"CIRCULAR SAW
WITH LASER LINE
054-8347-0
MD

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 3
SAFETY GUIDELINES 4–11
DESCRIPTION 12
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 13–23
MAINTENANCE 24–26
TROUBLESHOOTING 27
PARTS LIST 28–30
WARRANTY 31–32
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Rules for safe operation
WARNING!
Safety symbols in this Instruction Manual are used to flag possible dangers. The safety
symbols and their explanations require your full understanding. The safety warnings do
not, by themselves, eliminate any danger, nor are they substitutes for proper accident
prevention measures.
WARNING!
This Safety Alert Symbol indicates caution, warning, or danger. Failure to obey a safety
warning can result in serious injury to yourself or others. To reduce the risk of injury, fire, or
electric shock, always follow the safety precautions.
Know your tool
To operate this tool, carefully read this Instruction Manual and all labels affixed to the 7 1/4" Circular
Saw with Laser Line before using. Keep this Instruction Manual available for future reference.
Important
This tool should only be serviced by a qualified service technician. For more information, call the toll-
free helpline at 1-800-689-9928.
Read All Instructions Thoroughly
Save These Instructions
Safety guidelines for power tools
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 mains-operated
(corded) power tool or battery-operated (cordless) power tool.
SAFETY GUIDELINES
MODEL 054-8347-0
MOTOR 120 V ~60 Hz, 14 A
SPEED 5500 RPM (no load)
BLADE 7 1/4"(24-tooth)
CUTTING ANGLE 0°~45°
MAXIMUM CUTTING DEPTH 2 1/2"(63.5 mm) at 90°
1 13/16"(46 mm) at 45°
LASER Class IIIa
WAVELENGTH 635-665 nm
MAXIMUM OUTPUT ≤5 mW
WEIGHT 11 lb 2 oz (5.05 kg)
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

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• Removeanyadjustingkeysorwrenches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.
• Donotoverreach.Keepproperfootingandbalanceatalltimes.This enables better control of
the power tool in unexpected situations.
• Dressproperly.Donotwearlooseclothingorjewellery.Keepyourhair,clothingandgloves
awayfrommovingparts.Loose clothes, jewellery or long hair can get caught in moving parts.
• Ifdevicesareprovidedfortheconnectionofdustextractionandcollectionfacilities,
verifytheseareconnectedandproperlyused.The use of these devices can reduce dust-
related hazards.
Use and care of power tools
• Donotforcethepowertool.Usethecorrectpowertoolforyourapplication.The correct
power tool will do the job better and more safely when used at the rate at which it was designed to
work.
• 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.
• Disconnecttheplugfromthepowersourceand/ordisconnectthebatterypackfromthe
powertoolbeforemakinganyadjustments,changingaccessories,orstoringthepower
tool.Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the power tool accidentally.
• Storeidlepowertoolsoutofthereachofchildren,anddonotallowpersonswhoare
unfamiliarwiththepowertoolortheseinstructionstooperatethepowertool.Power tools
are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
• Maintainpowertools.Checkformisalignmentorbindingofmovingparts,brokenparts,
andanyotherconditionthatmayaffectthepowertool’soperation.Ifdamaged,havethe
powertoolrepairedbeforeuse.Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained power tools.
• Keepcuttingtoolssharpandclean.Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges
are less likely to bind, and are easier to control.
• Usethepowertool,accessoriestoolbits,etc.inaccordancewiththeseinstructions,
takingintoaccounttheworkingconditionsandtheworktobeperformed. Using the power
tool for operations different from those for which it is intended could result in a hazardous situation.
Service
• Haveyourpowertoolservicedbyaqualiedrepairpersonusingonlyidentical
replacementparts.This will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained.
SAFETY GUIDELINES
Work area safety
• Keepworkareacleanandwelllit.Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents.
• Donotoperatepowertoolsinanexplosiveenvironment,suchasinthepresenceof
ammableliquids,gasesordust.Power tools create sparks that may ignite the dust or fumes.
• Keepchildrenandbystandersawaywhileoperatingapowertool.Distractions can cause
you to lose control.
Electrical safety
• Theplugonthepowertoolmustmatchtheoutlet.Nevermodifythepluginanyway.Do
notuseadaptorplugswithearthed(grounded)powertools.Unmodified plugs and matching
outlets will reduce the risk of electric shock.
• Avoidbodycontactwithearthedorgroundedsurfacessuchaspipes,radiators,ranges
andrefrigerators.There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is earthed or grounded.
• Donotexposepowertoolstorainorwetconditions.Water entering a power tool will increase
the risk of electric shock.
• Donotabusethecord.Neverusethecordforcarrying,pullingorunpluggingthepower
tool.Keepthecordawayfromheat,oil,sharpedgesormovingparts.Damaged or
entangled cords increase the risk of electric shock.
• Whenoperatingapowertooloutdoors,useanextensioncordthatissuitableforoutdoor
use.The use of a cord that is suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock.
• Ifoperatingapowertoolinadamplocationisunavoidable,useapowersupplythatis
protectedbyaground-faultcircuitinterrupter.The use of a GFCI reduces the risk of electric shock.
Personal safety
• Stayalert,watchwhatyouaredoing,andusecommonsensewhenoperatingapower
tool.Donotuseatoolwhiletiredorundertheinuenceofdrugs,alcohol,ormedication.
A moment of inattention while operating a power tool may result in serious personal injury.
• Usepersonalprotectiveequipment.Alwaysweareyeprotection.Protective equipment
such as a dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, a hard hat, or hearing protection used for appropriate
conditions will reduce personal injuries.
• Preventunintentionalstarting.Verifythattheswitchisintheoffpositionbefore
connectingtothepowersourceand/orbatterypack,andbeforepickinguporcarrying
thetool.Carrying power tools with your finger on the switch or connecting a power tool that has the
switch on invites accidents.
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• Adjustthecuttingdepthtothethicknessoftheworkpiece.. Less than a full tooth of the
blade teeth should be visible below the work piece.
• Neverholdpiecebeingcutinyourhandsoracrossyourleg.Securetheworkpieceto
astableplatform. It is important to support the work properly to minimize body exposure, blade
binding, or loss of control.
• Holdpowertoolbyinsulatedgrippingsurfaceswhenperforminganoperationwherethe
cuttingtoolmaycontacthiddenwiringoritsowncord.Contact with a ‘live’ wire will also
make exposed metal parts of the power tool ‘live’ and shock the operator.
• Whenrippingalwaysusearipfenceorstraightedgeguide. This improves the accuracy of
cut and reduces the chance of blade binding.
• Alwaysusebladeswithcorrectsizeandshape(diamondversusround)ofarborholes. Blades
that do not match the mounting hardware of the saw will run eccentrically, causing loss of control.
• Neverusedamagedorincorrectbladewashersorbolt.The blade washers and bolt were
specially designed for your saw, for optimum performance and safety of operation.
CAUSES AND OPERATOR PREVENTION OF KICKBACK
• kickback is sudden reaction to a pinched, bound or misaligned saw blade, causing an uncontrolled
saw to lift up and out of the workpiece 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;
• 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 if the wood causing the blade to climb out the kerf and jump back toward the
operator.
KICKBACK IS THE RESULT OF SAW MISUSE AND/OR INCORRECT OPERATION PROCEDURES OR
CONDITIONS AND CAN BE AVOIDED BY TAKING PROPER PRECAUTIONS AS GIVEN BELOW.
• Maintainarmgripwithbothhandsonthesawandpositionyourarmstoresist
kickbackforces.Positionyourbodytoeithersideoftheblade,butnotinlinewiththe
blade. Kickback could cause the saw to jump backwards, but kickback forces can be controlled by
the operator, if proper precautions are taken.
• 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.
SAFETY GUIDELINES
Additional safety rules for laser lights
Thelaserlight/laserradiationusedinthissystemisClassIII,withmaximum5mWAnd
wavelengthsof635-665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 instructions.
• Never aim the beam at any person or any object other than the workpiece.
• Always ensure that the laser beam is aimed at a sturdy workpiece
that does not have reflective surfaces. Wood and rough coated
surfaces are acceptable. Bright, shiny reflective sheet steel or
similar materials are not suitable for laser use, because the
reflective surface could direct the beam back at the operator.
• Do not replace the laser light assembly with a different type.
Repairs must be carried out by the laser manufacturer, or by an
authorized agent.
• ALWAYS turn the laser beam off when not in use. Leaving the tool
on increases the risk of someone inadvertently staring into the
laser’s beam.
CAUTION!
Using controls or adjustments or performing procedures other than those specified herein
may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
Specific safety rules for circular saws
DANGER
• Keephandsawayfromcuttingareaandblade.Keepyoursecondhandonauxiliary
handle,ormotorhousing. If both hands are holding the saw, they cannot be cut by the blade.
• Donotreachunderneaththeworkpiece.The guard cannot protect you from the blade below
the work piece.
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CAUTION
AVOID EXPOSURE
Laser radiation is emittedthrough
this aperture.
LASER RADIATION. DONOT
STARE INTO BEAM
Wave length: 635-665nm.
Max output: 5mW.
Class IIIA Laser
Product. Complies
withFDA 21CFR
Parts 1040.10
and
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Additional safety instructions for operation
WARNING!
Keep hands and body away from and to the side of the blade. Contact with blade will result
in serious injury.
WARNING!
To reduce the risk of injury, user must read instruction manual. Check lower guard. It must
cover the blade instantly! Hold saw with both hands. Support and clamp work. Wear eye
protection.
WARNING!
Be sure to read and understand all instructions. Failure to follow all instructions listed
below may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious personal injury.
• Knowyourpowertool. Read the Owner’s Manual carefully. Learn the applications and the specific
potential hazards related to this tool. Following this rule will reduce the risk of electric shock, fire or
serious injury.
• Protectyourhearing. Wear appropriate personal hearing protection during use. Under some
conditions, noise from this product may contribute to hearing loss.
• Alwayswearsafetyglasses. Everyday eyeglasses have only impact-resistant lenses; they are
NOT safety glasses. Following this rule will reduce the risk of serious personal injury.
• Protectyourlungs.Wear a face or dust mask if the operation is dusty. Following this rule will
reduce the risk of serious personal injury.
• Allvisitorsandbystandersmustwearthesamesafetyequipmentastheoperator.
• Onlyusesawbladerecommended;donotuseanyabrasivewheels.
• Inspectthetoolcordsperiodically, and if damaged, have them repaired by a qualified service
technician. Be aware of the cord location.
• Alwayscheckthetoolfordamagedparts. Before further use of the tool, a guard or other part
that is damaged should be carefully checked to determine whether it will operate properly and
perform its intended function. Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, broken parts, and
any other condition that may affect the tool’s operation. A guard or other part that is damaged should
be properly repaired or replaced by a qualified service technician.
• Savetheseinstructions. Refer to them frequently, and use them to instruct others who may use
this tool. If someone borrows this tool, make sure they have these instructions also.
• Whenrestartingasawintheworkpiece,centrethesawbladeinthekerfsandcheckthat
sawteetharenotengagedintothematerial. If saw blade is binding, It may walk up or kickback
from the work piece as the saw is restarted.
• 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.
• Donotusedullordamagedblades.Unsharpened or improperly set blades produce narrow kerfs
causing excessive friction, blade binding and kickback.
• Bladedepthandbeveladjustinglockingleversmustbetightandsecurebeforemaking
cut.If blade adjustment shifts while cutting, it may cause binding and kickback.
• Useextracautionwhenmakinga‘plungecut’intoexistingwallsorotherblindareas.The
protruding blade may cut objects that can cause kickback.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR SAWS WITH THE LOWER BLADE GUARD
• Checklowerguardforproperclosingbeforeeachuse.Donotoperatethesawiflower
guarddoesnotmovefreelyandcloseinstantly.Neverclamportiethelowerguardinto
theopenposition.If saw is accidentally dropped, lower guard 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.
• Checktheoperation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 build-up of debris.
• Lowerguardshouldberetractedmanuallyonlyforspecialcutssuchas’plungecuts’and
‘compoundcuts’.Raiselowerguardby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.
• Alwaysobservethatthelowerguardiscoveringthebladebeforeplacingsawdown
onbenchoroor.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 blade to stop after switch is released.
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No. Description No. Description
1 On/off trigger switch with lock-off button 11 Base plate
2 Spindle-lock button 12 Flange
3 Main handle 13 Parallel fence guide
4 Front handle 14 Parallel fence locking knob
5 Lower blade guard 15 Dust-extraction port
6 Blade-guard lever 16 Wrench
7 Depth-adjustment lever 17 Cord guard
8 Bevel adjustmentlever 18 Laser aperture
9 0−45° bevel gauge 19 Laser switch
10 Hexagon bolt 20 Switch lock-off button
• Usetheappropriateextensioncordifoperatingapowertooloutdoors.Useofacord
suitablefor outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock. When using an extension cord, be sure
to use one sturdy enough for the amperage drawn by your tool. An undersized cord will produce a
drop in line voltage, resulting in reduced power and overheating. The following table illustrates the
correct cord size, depending on cord length and the tool’s ampere rating. If in doubt, use the next
heavier gauge. The lower the gauge, the heavier the cord.
Recommendedsizesofextensioncords
Ampereratingof
thetool
Volts TotallengthofcordinfeetcordsizeinA.W.G(minimum)
25' (7.6m) 50' (15.2m) 100' (30.4m) 150' (45.7m)
0-6 120V~ 18 16 16 14
6-10 18 16 14 12
10-12 16 16 14 12
12-16 14 12 Not Recommended
Package contents:
Circular saw, blade (installed in the tool), parallel fence guide, blade wrench, Instruction Manual
SAFETY GUIDELINES
DESCRIPTION

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Kickback
Kickback occurs when the blade stalls rapidly and the saw is driven back toward the operator. Blade
stalling is caused by any action that pinches the blade in the wood.
DANGER!
Release the switch immediately if the blade binds or the saw stalls. Kick back could cause
loss of control of the saw.Loss of control can lead to serious personal injury.
TO GUARD AGAINST KICKBACK, AVOID DANGEROUS PRACTICES SUCH AS THE FOLLOWING:
1. Setting the blade depth incorrectly.
2. Sawing into knots or nails in the workpiece.
3. Twisting the blade while making a cut.
4. Making a cut with a dull, gummed up, or
improperly set blade.
5. Supporting the workpiece incorrectly.
6. Forcing a cut.
7. Cutting warped or wet lumber.
8. Operating the tool incorrectly or misusing the tool.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING!
The safe use of this product requires an understanding of the information on the tool and
in this instruction manual, as well as knowledge of the product you are attempting. Before
use of this product, familiarize yourself with all of the operation features and safety rules.
Saw blades
All saw blades need to be kept clean, sharp and properly set in order to cut efficiently. Using a dull
blade will place a heavy load on the saw and increase the danger of kickback. Keep extra blades on
hand, so sharp blades are always available.
Gum and wood pitch hardened on the blade slow the saw down. Remove the saw blade from the tool
and use gum and pitch remover, hot water or kerosene to remove them. DO NOT use gasoline.
Blade guard system (fig 1)
The lower blade guard on the circular saw is there
for the operator’s protection and safety. Do not
alter it for any reason. If it becomes damaged or
begins to run slowly or sluggishly, DO NOT operate
the saw until the damaged part has been repaired
or replaced. ALWAYS leave the guard in its correct
operating position when using the saw.
DANGER!
When sawing through a workpiece, the lower blade guard does not cover the blade on the
underside of the workpiece. Since the blade is exposed on the underside of the workpiece,
ALWAYS keep hands and fingers away from the cutting area. Serious injury will result if any
part of the body comes into contact with the moving blade.
CAUTION!
To avoid possible serious injury, never use the saw when the lower blade guard is not
operating correctly. Check the lower blade guard for correct operation before each use.
The lower blade guard is operating correctly when it moves freely and instantly returns
to the closed position. If the saw is dropped, check the lower blade guard and bumper for
damage at all depth settings before using it.
If, at any time, the lower blade guard does not snap closed, unplug the saw from the power supply.
Exercise the lower blade guard by moving it rapidly back and forth from the full open position to the
closed position several times. This will often restore the lower blade guard to its normal operating
condition. If this does not correct a slow or sluggishly closing lower blade guard, do not use the saw.
Take it to a qualified service technician for repair.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
fig 1 The lower blade guard is in the up
position when making a cut
fig 2
Kickback-Blade is set too deep

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TO REDUCE THE CHANCE OF KICKBACK,
FOLLOW THESE SAFETY PRACTICES:
1. Keep the blade at the correct depth setting.
The depth setting should not extend more than
1/4"(see fig 3) below the material that is being
cut.
2. Inspect the workpiece for knots or nails before
cutting. Never saw into a knot or nail.
3. Make straight cuts. Always use a straight-edge
guide when rip cutting. This helps keep the
blade from twisting.
4. Use clean, sharp and properly set blades.
Never make cuts with dull blades.
5. Support the workpiece properly before
beginning a cut. Never force a cut.
6. Do not cut warped or wet lumber (see fig 4).
7. Hold the saw firmly with both hands, and
maintain a balanced position to resist the
forces if kickback should occur.
Line guide (fig 6)
For a straight 90° cut, use the right side of the
notch in the base plate. For 45° bevel cuts, use
the left side of the notch. The cutting guide notch
will give an approximate line of cut. Make sample
cuts in scrap lumber to verify the actual line of
cut; this will be helpful because of the number of
different blade types and thicknesses available. To
ensure minimum splintering on the good side of
the material to be cut, place the good side so that
it is facing down.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Depth-of-cut adjustments (fig 7)
WARNING!
ALWAYS use the correct blade depth
setting. The correct blade depth setting for
all cuts should not permit more than 1/4"
of the blade to extend below the material
being cut (see fig 3). Allowing more depth
will increase the chance of kickback and
cause the cut to be rough. Your saw is
equipped with a depth-of-cut scale that
provides depth-of-cut accuracy. The
depth-of-cut scale is located on the inside
back of the upper blade guard.
1. Unplug the saw.
2. Pivot the depth-adjustment lever upward to
release it.
3. Determine the desired depth of cut.
4. Hold the base flat against the workpiece, and
raise or lower the saw until the indicator mark
on the saw aligns with the desired depth on
the scale.
5. Push down on the depth-adjustment lever to
lock it into position.
Adjusting the cutting
angle (fig 8)
1. Unplug the saw.
2. Loosen the bevel-lock lever, which is located
on the bevel gauge on the base plate.
3. Tilt the body of the saw until the required
bevel angle is reached (refer to the scale on
the bevel gauge).
4. Tighten the bevel-lock lever.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
fig 3
No more than 1/4"
fig 4
Incorrect support
fig 5 Correct support
fig 6 90° bevel
cuts indicator
45° bevel cuts
indicator
fig 7 Depth-of-cut scale
Raise the
saw
Lower the saw
Depth-of-cut
Lever for
adjusting
Bevel gauge scale
Bevel adjustment
locking lever
fig 8

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Using the laser line
WARNING!
Do not stare directly at the laser beam.
Only turn the laser beam on when the
saw is on the workpiece.
1. Mark the cutting line on the workpiece.
2. Unplug the saw.
3. Adjust the cutting angle and cutting depth as
needed.
4. Plug in the saw and press the laser switch
down to turn on the laser.
5. Align laser beam with the mark on the
workpiece.
6. Squeeze the trigger switch and slowly push
the saw forward, using both hands. Keep the
laser line on the mark.
7. Always turn off the laser beam when you have
finished cutting work.
Starting a cut
ALWAYS use your saw with your hands positioned
correctly: with one hand on the main handle
andoperating the trigger switch and the other hand
on the front assist handle (fig 10).
NEVER use the saw with your hands positioned as
shown in fig 11.
WARNING!
When lifting the saw from the
workpiece, the blade is exposed on
the underside of the saw until the
lower blade guard closes. Make sure
that the lower blade guard is closed
before setting the saw down.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING!
To make sawing easier and safer,always maintain proper control of the saw. Loss of control
could cause an accident, resulting in possible serious injury.
TO MAKE THE BEST POSSIBLE CUT, FOLLOW THESE HELPFUL TIPS:
1. Place the workpiece with the “good” side facing down.
NOTICE:The good side of the workpiece is the side where appearance is important
2. Support the workpiece so that the cut is always to the operator’s side.
3. Support the workpiece near the cut.
4. Clamp the workpiece securely so that the workpiece will not move during the cut.
5. Draw a guideline along the desired cutting line before beginning the cut.
6. Always place the saw on the portion of the workpiece that is supported, and not on the “cut off”
piece.
7. Hold the saw firmly with both hands.
8. Do not place your hand on the workpiece while making a cut.
9. Keep the cord away from the cutting area. Always place the cord so that it is not hanging on the
workpiece while making a cut.
10. Depress the trigger switch to start the saw.
11. Always allow the saw blade to reach full speed before starting the cut.
12. When the cut is complete, release the trigger switch and allow the blade to come to a complete
stop.
13. Lift the saw from the workpiece.
DANGER!
If the cord hangs up on the workpiece during a cut, release the trigger switch immediately.
To avoid injury, unplug the saw and move the cord to prevent it from hanging up again.
DANGER!
Using the saw with a damaged cord could result in serious injury or death. If the cord has
been damaged, have it replaced before using the saw again.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
fig 10 Correct
fig 9
Cutting line
Incorrect
fig 11

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Starting/stopping the
saw (fig 12)
Tostartthesaw:Depress the lock-off button,
and then depress the switch trigger. Always allow
the blade reach full speed, and then guide the saw
into the work-piece.
WARNING!
If the blade comes into contact with
the workpiece before it reaches full
speed, this may cause the saw to
“kick back” toward the operator,
resulting in serious injury.
Tostopthesaw:Release the trigger switch.After
releasing the trigger switch, allow the blade to
come to a complete stop. Do not remove the saw
from the workpiece while the blade is moving.
Making a crosscut or rip cut
(fig 13, 14)
When making a cross cut or rip cut, align the line
of cut with the blade guide notch on the base.
Since blade thicknesses vary, always make a
trial cut in scrap material along a guideline to
determine how much, if any, you must offset the
guideline to produce an accurate cut.
NOTICE:The distance from the cutting line to the
guideline is the amount by which the guide should
be offset. Use a guide when making long or wide
rip cuts.
Rip cutting using a
straight edge (fig 14)
1. Secure the workpiece.
2. Clamp a straight edge to the work-piece using
C-clamps (available separately).
NOTICE: Position the C-clamps so that they will not interfere with the saw housing during the cut.
3. Rest the front edge of the base on the work piece.
4. Depress the trigger switch to start the saw.
5. Allow the blade to reach full speed, then guide the saw into the workpiece and make the cut.
6. Saw along the straight edge to achieve a straight rip cut.
7. When the cut is complete, release the trigger switch and allow the blade to come to a complete
stop.
8. Lift the saw from the workpiece.
NOTICE: Do not bind the blade in the cut.
fig 12
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
fig 13
Guide line
Blade guide notch
fig 14 Straight edge
C-clamp
Guide line
workpiece

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Making a bevel cut (fig 15)
ADJUST THE BEVEL SETTING:
1. Unplug the saw.
WARNING!
ALWAYS unplug saw before making
any adjustments. Failure to unplug the
saw could result in accidental starting
which may cause serious personal injury.
2. Loosen the bevel adjustment knob.
3. Raise the motor housing end of the saw until you reach the desired angle setting on the bevel
scale.
4. Tighten the bevel adjustment knob securely.
WARNING!
Attempting a bevel cut without having the bevel adjustment knob securely tightened can
result in serious injury.
MAKE A BEVEL CUT:
1. Hold the saw firmly with both hands as shown.
2. Rest the front edge of the base on the workpiece.
3. Start the saw and let the blade reach full speed.
4. Guide the saw into the workpiece and make the cut.
5. When the cut is complete, release the trigger and allow the blade to come to a complete stop.
6. Lift the saw from the workpiece.
Making pocket cuts (fig 16)
WARNING!
Always adjust the bevel setting
to 0° before making a pocket cut.
Attempting a pocket cut at any other
setting can result in loss of control of
the saw and possible serious injury.
1. Unplug the saw.
2. Adjust the bevel setting to 0°.
3. Set the blade to the correct blade-depth setting.
4. Plug in the saw.
5. Swing the lower blade guard up using the lower blade guard lever
WARNING!
Always raise the lower blade guard with the lower blade guard lever to avoid serious injury.
6. Hold the lower blade guard in place with the blade guard lever.
7. Rest the front of the base flat against the workpiece, with the rear of the saw raised so that the
blade does not touch the workpiece.
8. Start the saw, and allow the blade to reach full speed.
9. Lower the saw into the workpiece, and make the cut.
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.
10. When the cut is complete, release the trigger, and allow the blade to come to a complete stop.
11. Lift the saw from the workpiece.
12. Clear the corners out with a hand saw.
WARNING!
Never tie the lower blade guard in a raised position. Leaving the bladeexposed could lead
to serious injury.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
fig 16
Pocket cut
fig 15

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Installing and using the edge
guide (fig 17)
Your saw comes with an edge guide which allows
you to make accurate parallel cuts when trimming
a workpiece. It attaches to the saw’s base.
1. Unplug the saw.
WARNING!
ALWAYS unplug saw before making
any adjustments. Failure to unplug the saw could result in accidental starting which can
cause serious personal injury.
2. Insert the bar of the edge guide through the slots in the base of the saw with the edge guide facing
down.
3. Screw the edge-guide locking knob into the threaded hole in the base in order to tighten the edge-
guide bar in place.
4. Measure the distance from the edge of the workpiece to the cutting line. Slide the edge guide to
this desired distance, and tighten the locking knob to secure the edge guide in place.
5. Clamp and support the workpiece securely before making your cut.
6. Place the edge guide firmly against the edge of the workpiece (see fig 16). Doing this will give you
a true cut without pinching the blade.
7. BE SURE that the guiding edge of the workpiece is straight so you can get a straight cut.
8. Always allow the blade to reach full speed then carefully guide the saw into the workpiece. DO
NOT bind the blade in the cut.
9. When the cut is complete, release the trigger and allow the blade to come to a complete stop.
10. Lift the saw from the workpiece.
WARNING!
To ensure safety and reliability, all repairs should be performed by a qualified
servicetechnician.
WARNING!
When servicing, use only identical replacement parts. The use of any other parts may
create ahazard or cause damage to the product.
WARNING!
Unplug the saw from the power source before cleaning or performing any maintenance.
Using compressed air may be the most effective cleaning method. Always wear safety
goggles when cleaning tools using compressed air.
If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by a specially prepared cord available through the
service organization.
WARNING!
Do not allow brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum-based products, penetrating oil, etc.
to come into contact with plastic parts. These substances contain chemicals that can
damage,weaken, or destroy plastic.
BEFORE EACH USE:
1. Inspect the saw, the switch, and the cord for damage.
2. Check for damaged, missing, or worn parts.
3. Check for loose screws, misalignment or binding of moving parts, or any other condition that may
affect the operation.
4. If abnormal vibration or noise occurs, turn the saw off immediately, and have the problem
corrected before further use.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
MAINTENANCE
fig 17

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Changing the saw blade (fig 18, 19)
WARNING!
To prevent personal injury, always
disconnect the plug from the power
source before installing or removing
the saw blade!
WARNING!
BE SURE to wear protective work
gloves while handling a saw blade. The
blade can injure unprotected hands.
TO REMOVE THE SAW BLADE:
1. Unplug the saw.
2. Depress and hold the spindle-lock button, and use the blade wrench to loosen the blade screw by
turning it counter-clockwise.
3. Remove the blade screw and the outer blade flange.
4. Lift the lower blade guard and remove the blade.
TO INSTALL THE SAW BLADE:
1. Unplug the saw.
2. Loosen the depth-adjustment lever, fully raise the saw, and lock the saw in the raised position.
Place the saw on its side on a flat surface.
3. Depress and hold the spindle-lock button.
4. Remove the blade screw by turning it counter-clockwise with the wrench (included) while keeping
thes pindle-lock button depressed.
5. Remove the outer blade flange.
WARNING!
If the inner bushing has been removed, replace it before placing the blade on the spindle.
Failure to do so will prevent the blade from tightening properly, and could result in serious
personal injury.
6. Use the lower blade guard lever to retract the lower blade guard into the upper blade guard. Make
sure that the lower guard spring works properly and allows the guard to move freely.
7. Verify that the saw teeth, the arrow on the saw blade and the arrow on the lower guard are all
pointing in the same direction.
NOTICE:The saw teeth should point upward at the front of the saw, as shown in fig 19.
8. Fit the saw blade inside the lower blade guard and onto the spindle.
9. Replace the outer blade flange.
10. Depress and hold the spindle-lock button, and replace the blade screw.
11. Tighten the blade screw securely by turning it clockwise with the wrench.
NOTICE:Never use a blade that is too thick to allow the outer blade flange to engage with the flat
section of the spindle.
fig 19
Spindle
Inner bushing
Blade
Outer blade flange
Blade screw
Lubrication
All of the bearings in this tool are lubricated with a sufficient amount of high-grade lubricant for the life
of the tool under normal operating conditions. Therefore, no further lubrication is required.
fig 18
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PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES SOLUTIONS
The circular saw does
not work
The saw is not connected to a power
source
Connect the plug to a power
source
The blade does not
follow a straight line
The teeth are dull. This is caused by
hitting a hard object such as a nail,
dulling teeth on one side. The blade
tends to cut to the side with the
sharpest teeth
Replace the blade
The edge guide or straight edge is not
being used
Use an edge guide or straight
edge
The blade binds or
smokes from friction
The blade is dull Replace the blade
The blade is on backwards Install the blade correctly
The blade is bent Replace the blade
The workpiece is not properly supported Clamp the workpiece correctly
and tightly
The incorrect blade is being used Use the correct blade
Iftheproblemremainsunsolvedafterperformingthechecksdescribedabove,callthetoll-
freehelplineat1-800-689-9928.
Exploded view
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PARTS LIST

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PARTS LIST PARTS LIST
No. PartNo. Description No. PartNo. Description
1 3420368000 Upper Guard 31 5650017000 Plain Washer
2 5620149000 Flange Screw 32 5610057000 Thread Forming Screw
3 3550222000 Outer Flange 33 2820127000 Lever Set
4 3810073000 Saw Blade 34 3700257000 Wave Washer
5 3520734000 Inner Flange 35 5630043000 Nut
6 5660026000 Circlips For Shaft 36 5660010000 E Ring
7 3420369000 Lower Guard 37 3121044000 O Ring
8 5610086000 Thread Forming Screw 38 5700014000 Ball Bearing
9 3120558000 Bush 39 2820139000 Spindle Lock Set
10 3420160000 Gear Case Cover 40 2750822000 Rotor
11 5700019000 Ball Bearing 41 5700010000 Ball Bearing
12 3700281000 Wave Washer 42 3700255000 Washer
13 5660023000 Circlips For Hole 43 3121054000 Spring
14 3550226000 Gear Shaft 44 5610048000 Tapping Screw
15 5680002000 Plain Key 45 5650007000 Spring Washer
16 3550235000 Gear 46 5650005000 Plain Washer
17 3660062000 Spring 47 3120552000 Wire Clamp
18 3121170000 Plunge Lock Level 48 2740125000 Stator
19 5620039000 Screw 49 5610064000 Thread Forming Screw
20 3700262000 Wire Holder 50 3120548000 Motor Housing
21 3660069000 Spring 51 2800031000 Brush Holder
22 3120561000 Lens 52 4960020000 Carbon Brush
23 2820616000 Laser Assembly 53 3121055000 Rubber Insert
24 5650001000 Plain Washer 54 3120550000 Rear Cover
25 5650003000 Spring Washer 55 5610042000 Tapping Screw
26 5620006000 Hexagon Socket Screw 56 3320266000 Left Handle
27 3121046000 Stopper 57 2822097000 Transformer & Switch
A ssembly
28 5700041000 Porous Bearing 58 3120554000 Cap
29 3420367000 Gear Case 59 4870091000 Switch
30 5620150000 Screw 60 4930432000 Connecter
Ifanypartsaremissingordamaged,orifyouhaveanyquestions,
pleasecalltheToll-freeHelpline,at1-800-689-9928.
No. PartNo. Description No. PartNo. Description
61 5610031000 Tapping Screw 73 3400010000 Wing Nut
62 3700367000 Cord Anchorage 74 5650016000 Plain Washer
63 5610063000 Thread Forming Screw 75 3120562000 Line Guide
64 3121047000 Cord Guard 76 5670008000 Spring Pin
65 4810002000 Power Cord & Plug 77 3660071000 Spring
66 2490136000 Nylon String 78 3400011000 Wing Bolt
67 3320267000 Right Handle 79 5640019000 Square Neck Bolt
68 2820764000 Internal Wire Assembly 80 5620044000 Screw
69 2820772000 Internal Wire Assembly 81 5630001000 Hexagon Nut
70 2822076000 Internal Wire Assembly 82 3700865000 Wrench
71 2822027000 Base Plate Set 83 3700663000 Rip Fence
72 5620038000 Screw
Ifanypartsaremissingordamaged,orifyouhaveanyquestions,
pleasecalltheToll-freeHelpline,at1-800-689-9928.

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This Mastercraft product is guaranteed for a period of 3yearsfromthedateoforiginalretail
purchase against defects in workmanship and materials, except for the following components:
a) Component A: Batteries, chargers and carrying case, which are guaranteed for a period of 2 years
from the date of original retail purchase against defects in workmanship and materials;
b) Component B: Accessories, which are guaranteed for a period of 1-year from the date of original
retail purchase against defects in workmanship and materials.
Subject to the conditions and limitations described below, this product, if returned to us with proof
of purchase within the stated warranty period and if covered under this warranty, will be repaired or
replaced (with the same model, or one of equal value or specification), at our option. We will bear the
cost of any repair or replacement and any costs of labour relating thereto.
These warranties are subject to the following conditions and
limitations:
a) a bill of sale verifying the purchase and purchase date must be provided;
b) this warranty will not apply to any product or part thereof which is worn or broken or which has
become inoperative due to abuse, misuse, accidental damage, neglect or lack of proper installation,
operation or maintenance (as outlined in the applicable owner’s manual or operating instructions)
or which is being used for industrial, professional, commercial or rental purposes;
c) this warranty will not apply to normal wear and tear or to expendable parts or accessories that
may be supplied with the product that are expected to become inoperative or unusable after a
seasonable period of use;
d) this warranty will not apply to routine maintenance and consumable items such as, but not limited
to, fuel, lubricants, vacuum bags, blades, belts, sandpaper, bits, fluids, tune-ups or adjustments;
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e) this warranty will not apply where damage is caused by repairs made or attempted by others (i.e.
persons not authorized by the manufacturer);
f) this warranty will not apply to any product that was sold to the original purchaser as a
reconditioned or refurbished product (unless otherwise specified in writing);
g) this warranty will not apply to any product or part thereof if any part from another manufacturer
is installed therein or any repairs or alterations have been made or attempted by unauthorized
persons;
h) this warranty will not apply to normal deterioration of the exterior finish, such as, but not limited
to, scratches, dents, paint chips, or to any corrosion or discolouring by heat, abrasive and chemical
cleaners; and
i) this warranty will not apply to component parts sold by and identified as the product of another
company, which shall be covered under the product manufacturer’s warranty, if any.
Additional Limitations
This warranty applies only to the original purchaser and may not be transferred. Neither the retailer nor
the manufacturer shall be liable for any other expense, loss or damage, including, without limitation,
any indirect, incidental, consequential or exemplary damages arising in connection with the sale, use
or inability to use this product.
Notice to Consumer
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may have other rights, which may vary from
province to province. The provisions contained in this warranty are not intended to limit, modify, take
away from, disclaim or exclude any statutory warranties set forth in any applicable provincial or federal
legislation.
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