Skil PWRCore 20 User manual

WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read and understand the
Owner’s Manual before using this product. Save these instructions for future reference.
For Customer Service 1300-017-545 OR www.skil.com.au
Cordless Circular Saw
Model: CR540601E
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Auxiliary Handle
Rip-Fence Locking Knob
Bevel-Adjustment Knob
Bevel Gauge
Saw-Line
Window
Depth-of-cut
Gauge
Main Handle
Hex key
Key Storage
Area
Extension
for Vacuum
Cleaner
Lock-o Button
Trigger Switch
Upper Guard
Lower-Guard Lift
Lever
Spindle-Lock
Button
Depth-of-cut
Adjustment Lever
Foot
Lower Guard
Rip Fence (included with
some models)

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2SPECIFICATIONS
Rated Voltage 18V d.c. (20V max)
No-load Speed 4500 /min
Blade diameter 165mm
Blade arbor 16mm
Cutting depth at 90° 54mm
Cutting depth at 45° 44mm
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serious personal injury.
b) Use personal protective equipment. Always wear
eye protection. Protective equipment such as a dust
mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing
protection used for appropriate conditions will reduce
personal injuries.
c) Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch
is in the o-position before connecting to power
source and/or battery pack, picking up or carrying
the tool. Carrying power tools with your nger on the
switch or energising power tools that have the switch on
invites accidents.
d) Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning
the power tool on. A wrench or a key left attached to
a rotating part of the power tool may result in personal
injury.
e) Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance
at all times. This enables better control of the power tool
in unexpected situations.
f) Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or
jewellery. Keep your hair and clothing away from
moving parts. Loose clothes, jewellery or long hair can
be caught in moving parts.
g) If devices are provided for the connection of dust
extraction and collection facilities, ensure these are
connected and properly used. Use of dust collection
can reduce dust-related hazards.
h) Do not let familiarity gained from frequent use of
tools allow you to become complacent and ignore
tool safety principles. A careless action can cause
severe injury within a fraction of a second.
4) POWER TOOL USE AND CARE
a) Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power
tool for your application. The correct power tool will
do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was
designed.
b) Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn
it on and o. Any power tool that cannot be controlled
with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
c) Disconnect the plug from the power source and/
or remove the battery pack, if detachable, from
the power tool before making any adjustments,
changing accessories, or storing power tools. Such
preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the
power tool accidentally.
d) Store idle power tools out of the reach of children
and do not allow persons unfamiliar with the power
tool or these instructions to operate the power tool.
Power tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained
users.
e) Maintain power tools and accessories. Check for
misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage
of parts and any other condition that may aect the
power tool’s operation. If damaged, have the power
tool repaired before use. Many accidents are caused
by poorly maintained power tools.
f) Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly
maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less
likely to bind and are easier to control.
g) Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc.,
in accordance with these instructions, taking into
account the working conditions and the work to be
performed. Use of the power tool for operations dierent
INTRODUCTION
• This tool is intended for lengthways and crossways
cutting of wood with straight cuts as well as angle cuts
up to 50°
• This tool is not intended for professional use
• Read and save this instruction manual 3
SAFETY
GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS
WARNING Read all safety warnings, instructions,
illustrations and specications provided with this
power tool. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may
result in electric shock, re 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.
1) WORK AREA SAFETY
a) Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark
areas invite accidents.
b) Do not operate power tools in explosive
atmospheres, such as in the presence of ammable
liquids, gases or dust. Power tools create sparks which
may ignite the dust or fumes.
c) Keep children and bystanders away while operating
a power tool. Distractions can cause you to lose control.
2) ELECTRICAL SAFETY
a) Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never
modify the plug in any way. Do not use any adaptor
plugs with earthed (grounded) power tools.
Unmodied plugs and matching outlets will reduce risk of
electric shock.
b) 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.
c) Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions.
Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of
electric shock.
d) Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for
carrying, pulling or unplugging the power tool. Keep
cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving
parts. Damaged or entangled cords increase the risk of
electric shock.
e) When operating a power tool outdoors, use an
extension cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of a
cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric
shock.
f) If operating a power tool in a damp location is
unavoidable, use a residual current device (RCD)
protected supply. Use of an RCD reduces the risk of
electric shock.
3) PERSONAL SAFETY
a) Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use
common sense when operating a power tool. Do not
use a power tool while you are tired or under the
inuence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment
of inattention while operating power tools may result in

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a “live” wire will also make exposed metal parts of the
power tool “live” and shock the operator)
f) When ripping always use a parallel guide or straight
edge guide. This improves the accuracy of cut and
reduces the chance of blade binding.
g) Always use blades with correct size and shape
(diamond versus round) of arbour holes. Blades that
do not match the mounting hardware of the saw will run
eccentrically, causing loss of control.
h) 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.
2) KICKBACK CAUSES AND RELATED WARNINGS
• Kickback is a 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 of the wood causing the blade to climb out of the
kerf and jump back towards operator
• Kickback is the result of power tool misuse and/or
incorrect operating procedures or conditions and can be
avoided by taking proper precautions as given below.
a) 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.
b) 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 backwards while the
blade is in motion or kickback may occur. Investigate
and take corrective actions to eliminate the cause of
blade binding. Avoid cutting nails or screws.
c) When restarting a saw in the workpiece, centre the
saw blade in the kerf and check that saw teeth are
not engaged into the material. If saw blade is binding,
it may walk up or kickback from the workpiece as the saw
is restarted.
d) Support large panels to minimise 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.
e) Do not use dull or damaged blades. Unsharpened
or improperly set blades produce narrow kerf causing
excessive friction, blade binding and kickback.
f) 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.
g) Use extra caution when sawing into existing walls or
other blind areas. The protruding blade may cut objects
that can cause kickback.
1) LOWER GUARD FUNCTION
from those intended could result in a hazardous situation.
h) Keep handles and grasping surfaces dry, clean
and free from oil and grease. Slippery handles and
grasping surfaces do not allow for safe handling and
control of the tool in unexpected situations.
5) BATTERY TOOL USE AND CARE
a) Recharge only with the charger specied by the
manufacturer. A charger that is suitable for one type
of battery pack may create a risk of re when used with
another battery pack.
b) Use power tools only with specically designated
battery packs. Use of any other battery packs may
create a risk of injury and re.
c) When battery pack is not in use, keep it away from
other metal objects like paper clips, coins, keys,
nails, screws, or other small metal objects that can
make a connection from one terminal to another.
Shorting the battery terminals together may cause burns
or a re.
d) Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected
from the battery; avoid contact. If contact
accidentally occurs, ush with water. If liquid
contacts eyes, additionally seek medical help. Liquid
ejected from the battery may cause irritation or burns.
e) Do not use a battery pack or tool that is damaged
or modied. Damaged or modied batteries may exhibit
unpredictable behaviour resulting in re, explosion or risk
of injury.
f) Do not expose a battery pack or tool to re or
excessive temperature. Exposure to re or temperature
above 130°C may cause explosion.
g) Follow all charging instructions and do not charge
the battery pack or tool outside the temperature
range specied in the instructions. Charging
improperly or at temperatures outside the specied range
may damage the battery and increase the risk of re.
6) SERVICE
a) 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.
b) Never service damaged battery packs. Service
of battery packs should only be performed by the
manufacturer or authorized service providers.
SAFETY WARNINGS FOR CORDLESS CIRCULAR SAWS
1) CUTTING PROCEDURES
a) DANGER : Keep hands away from cutting area and
the blade. Keep your second hand on auxiliary
handle, or motor housing. If both hands are holding the
saw, they can not be cut by the blade.
b) Do not reach underneath the workpiece. The guard
cannot protect you from the blade below the workpiece.
c) Adjust the cutting depth to the thickness of the
workpiece. Less than a full tooth of the blade teeth
should be visible below the workpiece.
d) Never hold the workpiece being cut in your hands
or across your leg. Secure the workpiece to a stable
platform. It is important to support the work properly to
minimize body exposure, blade binding, or loss of control.
e) Hold the power tool only by the insulated gripping
surfaces when performing an operation where the
accessory may contact hidden wiring (contact with

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• Never use grinding/cutting discs with this tool
BEFORE USE
• Avoid damage that can be caused by screws, nails and
other elements in your workpiece; remove them before
you start working
• Remove all obstacles on top of as well as underneath the
cutting path before you start cutting
• Secure the workpiece (a workpiece clamped with
clamping devices or in a vice is held more securely than
by hand)
• Use suitable detectors to nd hidden utility lines
or call the local utility company for assistance
(contact with electric lines can lead to re or electrical
shock; damaging a gas line can result in an explosion;
penetrating a water pipe will cause property damage or
an electrical shock)
DURING USE
• The noise level when working can exceed 85 dB(A); wear
ear protection
• Never use the tool without the original protection guard
system
• Do not attempt to cut extremely small workpieces
• Do not work overhead with the tool
• In case of jamming or electrical or mechanical
malfunction, immediately switch o the tool and
disconnect the plug
AFTER USE
• When you put away the tool, switch o the motor and
ensure that all moving parts have come to a complete
standstill
• After switching o your circular saw, never stop the
rotation of the saw blade by a lateral force applied
against it
• Only use the following batteries and chargers with
this tool
-SKIL battery: BY519703E BY519603E
-SKIL charger: SC535801E QC536001E
• Do not use the battery when damaged; it should be
replaced
• Do not disassemble the battery
• Do not expose tool/battery to rain
• Permitted ambient temperature (tool/charger/battery):
-when charging 4...40°C
-during operation –20...+50°C
-during storage –20...+50°C
EXPLANATION OF SYMBOLS ON TOOL/BATTERY
3Read the instruction manual before use
4Do not dispose of electric tools and batteries together
with household waste material
USE
• Charging battery
! read the safety warnings and instructions
provided with the charger
• Removing/installing the battery 6
• Mounting saw blade 2
! remove battery from tool
-take hex key from storage
-push spindle-lock button and hold it while you remove
blade bolt by turning hex key CLOCKWISE (= in same
direction as arrow printed on saw blade)
! push spindle-lock button only when tool is at a
standstill
-release spindle-lock button
a) 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.
Disconnect the plug, 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.
b) 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.
c) 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.
d) 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.
ADDITIONAL SAFETY WARNINGS
GENERAL
• This tool should not be used by people under the age of
16 years
• This tool is not suitable for wet cutting
• Do not work materials containing asbestos (asbestos
is considered carcinogenic)
• Dust from material such as paint containing lead, some
wood species, minerals and metal may be harmful
(contact with or inhalation of the dust may cause allergic
reactions and/or respiratory diseases to the operator or
bystanders); wear a dust mask and work with a dust
extraction device when connectable
• Certain kinds of dust are classied as carcinogenic
(such as oak and beech dust) especially in conjunction
with additives for wood conditioning; wear a dust
mask and work with a dust extraction device when
connectable
• Follow the dust-related national requirements for the
materials you want to work with
• Do not use this saw in combination with a saw table
• Remove battery from tool before making any adjustments
or changing accessories
ACCESSORIES
• SKIL can assure awless functioning of the tool only
when original accessories are used
• Use only saw blades that correspond with the
characteristic data given in these operation instructions
and that are tested and marked in accordance with EN
847-1
• Use only accessories with an allowable speed matching
at least the highest no-load speed of the tool
• Use only saw blades with a minimum diameter of 165
mm, a maximum diameter of 165 mm and a spindle hole
of 16 mm
• Never use saw blades made of high speed steel (HSS)

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handle rmly with the other hand
-place tool with front end of foot at on workpiece
! ensure that the saw teeth are not engaged into the
workpiece
-switch on tool by rst pressing lock-o button (= safety
switch which cannot be locked) and then pulling trigger
switch
! the tool should run at full speed before the blade
enters into the workpiece
-lower guard opens automatically when saw blade
enters the workpiece (open lower guard manually by
using lever only for special cuts such as plunge cuts)
! do not force the tool (apply light and continuous
pressure in order to avoid overheating the blade
tips)
! while working, always hold the tool at the grey-
coloured grip area(s)
-after completing the cut switch o tool by releasing
trigger switch
! ensure that the blade has come to a complete
standstill, before you lift the tool from the
workpiece
• LED-worklight
-The LED worklight will automatically turn on with a
slight squeeze on the trigger switch before the tool
starts running, and will turn o 8 to 12 seconds after the
trigger is released.
-When the tool and/or battery pack becomes
overloaded or too hot, the internal sensors will turn the
tool o. If the tool and/or battery pack are overloaded,
the LED worklight will rapidly ash. Rest the tool for
a while or place the tool and battery pack separately
under air ow to cool.
-The LED worklight will ash more slowly to indicate that
the battery pack is at low-battery capacity. Recharge
the battery pack.
• Battery protection
Switches o the tool or prevents the tool from being
switched on, when
-the load is too high
-the battery temperature is not within the allowable
operating temperature range of -20 to +50°C
-the lithium-ion battery is nearly empty (to protect
against deep discharge)
! do not continue to press the on/o switch after the
tool is switched o automatically; battery may be
damaged
APPLICATION ADVICE
• Always face the good side of the workpiece down to
ensure minimum splintering
• Only use sharp saw blades of the correct type w
-quality of cut improves by the number of teeth
-carbide tipped blades stay sharp up to 30 times longer
than ordinary blades
• Rip Fence e
-for making exact cuts along a workpiece edge
-can be inserted in either side of foot
Adjusting Rip Fence
-loosen Rip-Fence Locking Knob
-adjust to desired cutting width by using Rip Fence scale
(use Saw-Line Window as 0-reference)
-tighten Rip-Fence Locking Knob
-remove ange
! make sure that clamping surfaces of anges are
perfectly clean and face the blade
-open lower guard with lever and hold it while you mount
saw blade with saw teeth and arrow printed on saw
blade pointing in same direction as arrow on upper
guard
-release lower guard
-mount ange
-push spindle-lock button and hold it while you tighten
blade bolt with hex key 1/8 turn past nger tight
(ensures slippage of saw blade when it encounters
excessive resistance thus reducing motor overload and
saw kickback)
-release spindle-lock button
• Adjusting cutting depth (0-54 mm) 5
-for an optimal quality cut the saw blade should not
extend more than 3 mm below the workpiece
-loosen Depth-of-cut Adjustment Lever
-raise/lower foot until desired cutting depth is set on
scale using indicator
-tighten Depth-of-cut Adjustment Lever
• Adjusting cutting angle (0-50°) 7
-loosen Bevel-Adjustment Knob
-tilt tool until desired cutting angle is set on scale using
Bevel Gauge
-tighten Bevel-Adjustment Knob
! when bevel cutting, cutting depth does not
correspond with value on cutting depth scale
• 90° Cutting angle check 7
-adjust and tighten foot to maximum cutting depth 5
-adjust and tighten cutting angle to 0°
-check for a 90° angle between the blade and bottom of
foot with a square
-if adjustment is needed, loosen Bevel-Adjustment Knob
and use adjustment screw as illustrated
• Adjustable Saw-Line Window 8
-for guiding tool along desired line of cut marked on the
workpiece
-for a straight 0° cut or a 45° bevel cut use the indicator
line concerned
! the wide part of the foot should rest on the
supported part of the workpiece
-can be adjusted to align with dierent sawblade widths,
however it may be that one side of the saw blade does
not align, then choose whether waste material is on
inner or outer side of blade 8
! cutting width is determined by width of blade teeth
and not by width of blade body
! always make trial cuts rst to verify actual line of
cut
• Dust suction 9
For using vacuum cleaner
-mount vacuum cleaner adaptor as illustrated
-connect vacuum cleaner hose to vacuum cleaner
adaptor
! never let the vacuum cleaner hose interfere with
the lower guard or the cutting operation
Dust bag
-mount dust bag
• Operating the tool 9
-mount battery
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• Plunge cutting r
-set desired cutting depth
-tilt tool forward with Saw-Line Window lined up with
desired line of cut marked on the workpiece
-open lower guard with lever
-just before blade enters workpiece, switch on tool and
gradually lower back end of tool using front end of foot
as hinge-point
-gradually move tool downward as well as forward
-as soon as blade enters the material, release lever
! never pull tool backwards
• Cutting large panels t
-support panel close to the cut either on oor, table or
workbench
! set cutting depth so that you cut through panel
and not through support
-in case Rip Fence does not allow desired width of cut,
clamp or nail straight piece of wood to workpiece as
a guide, and use the right side of the foot against this
guide y
MAINTENANCE
• This tool is not intended for professional use
• Always keep tool clean (especially ventilation openings)
! remove battery from tool before cleaning
• Always keep the area around lower guard clean (remove
dust and chips by blowing out with compressed air or
with a brush)
• Clean saw blade immediately after use (especially from
resin and glue)
ENVIRONMENT
• Do not dispose of electric tools, batteries,
accessories and packaging together with household
waste material (only for EU countries)
-in observance of European Directive 2012/19/EC
on waste of electric and electronic equipment and
its implementation in accordance with national law,
electric tools that have reached the end of their life
must be collected separately and returned to an
environmentally compatible recycling facility
-symbol 4will remind you of this when the need for
disposing occurs
! prior to disposal protect battery terminals with
heavy tape to prevent short-circuit

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WARRANTY
SKIL WARRANTY POLICY
For all SKIL warranty & enquiries, please contact 1300 01
SKIL (1300 01 7545) Monday to Friday 9:00am to 5:00pm
EST
Chervon Australia Pty Ltd ABN 36 165 077 501 (“Chervon”)
warrants to the original domestic purchaser that this product
will be free from defects in materials and workmanship for
5 years from date of purchase, and any battery or charger
will be free from defects in materials and workmanship for
3 years from date of purchase. Please note SKIL products
are intended for DIY (Do It Yourself) use only. Accessories
& Consumables will be covered by a 3 month warranty and
a complete list can be found inside the manual.To make a
claim, return the faulty item together with proof of purchase
directly to your closest service agent or to the place of
purchase. Any handling and transportation costs (and
other expenses incurred in claiming this warranty) are not
covered by this warranty and will not be borne by Chervon.
The replacement product or part or repaired product will be
made available for your collection at an address nominated
by Chervon. Where a valid warranty claim is made, Chervon
will replace the defective product or repair the fault. Where
the product is repaired, Chervon may use refurbished parts.
This warranty does not cover normal wear and tear, misuse
or abuse. This warranty may also be further limited or voided
as specically detailed in the product Manual. Chervon has
no other liability under this warranty. The benets to you
given by this warranty are in addition to other rights and
remedies imposed by State and Federal legislation that
cannot be excluded. Our goods come with guarantees that
cannot be excluded under the Australian Consumer Law.You
are entitled to a replacement or refund for a major failure and
compensation for any other reasonably foreseeable loss or
damage.You are also entitled to have the goods repaired or
replaced if the goods fail to be of acceptable quality and the
failure does not amount to a major failure. Chervon Australia
Pty Ltd, Unit 14, 5 Kelletts Road, Rowville, VIC. 3178. Ph;
1300 01 SKIL (1300 01 7545). Email: [email protected]
The following accessories have a 3-month warranty period:
Brushes Collets
O-rings, seals & bearings Angle grinder anges
Allen keys Chucks