Worx WX523 WorxSaw Installation manual

Lithium-Ion Cordless Circular Saw WX523
SAFETY AND OPERATING MANUAL

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1. SOFT GRIP HANDLE
2. FIXED UPPER GUARD
3. VACUUM ADAPTER
4. DUST EXTRACTION OUTLET
5. PARALLEL GUIDE CLAMPING FIXTURE
6. PARALLEL GUIDE
7. LOWER BLADE GUARD
8. BASE PLATE
9. LOWER GUARD LEVER
10. DEPTH ADJUSTMENT LEVER
11. LOCK OFF BUTTON
12. ON/OFF SWITCH
13. BATTERY PACK
14. SPINDLE LOCK BUTTON
15. LASER
16. SAW BLADE (See Fig. B)
17. BLADE BOLT (See Fig. B)
18. OUTER FLANGE (See Fig. B)
19. HEX KEY (See Fig. B)
20. LASER ON-OFF SWITCH (See Fig. F)
21. LASER BATTERIES (TWO) (See Fig. G2)
Not all the accessories illustrated or described are included in standard delivery.

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TECHNICAL DATA
Charger voltage
100-240V ~ 50/60Hz
Rated voltage 20V Max**
No load (rated) speed 2300/min
Blade size
TCT blade 85mmx15mmx1.2mmx24T
HSS blade 85mmx15mmx1.2mmx44T
Diamond disc 85mmx15mmx1.2mmx60G
Max cutting depth 27mm
Recommended maximum material
thickness
Wood 27mm
Aluminum 3mm
PVC pipe (diameter) 13mm
Tile 8mm
Sheet steel 0.91mm
Protection class /ll
Bare tool weight 2.0kg
**Voltage measured without workload. Initial battery voltage reaches maximum of 20
volts. Nominal voltage is 18 volts.
ACCESSORIES
TCT 24T Blade 1
HSS 44T Blade 1
Diamond Disc 1
Parallel Guide 1
Vacuum Adaptor 1
Hex Key 1
20V 2.0Ah Li-Ion battery WA3551.1 1
1hr charger(WA3860) 1
We recommend that you purchase your accessories from the same store that sold you the tool.
Use good quality accessories marked with a well-known brand name. Choose the type according
to the work you intend to undertake. Refer to the accessory packaging for further details. Store
personnel can assist you and offer advice.

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GENERAL POWER TOOL
SAFETY WARNINGS
WARNING: Read all safety warnings
and all 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.
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 flammable 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 adapter plugs
with earthed (grounded) power tools.
Unmodified 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 influence of drugs, alcohol
or medication. A moment of inattention
while operating power tools may result in
serious personal injury.
b) Use personal protective equipment.
Always wear eye protection.
Protective equipment such as dust mask,
non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing
protection used for appropriate conditions
will reduce personal injuries.
c) Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure
the switch is in the off-position
before connecting to power source
and/or battery pack, picking up or
carrying the tool. Carrying power
tools with your finger on the switch or
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, clothing and gloves 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.

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4. POWER TOOL USE AND CARE
a) Do not force the power tool. Use
the correct power tool for your
application.The correct power tool will
do the job better and safer at the rate for
which it was designed.
b) Do not use the power tool if the
switch does not turn it on and off.
Any power tool that cannot be controlled
with the switch is dangerous and must be
repaired.
c) Disconnect the plug from the power
source and/or the battery pack from
the power tool before making any
adjustments, changing accessories,
or storing power tools. Such preventive
safety measures reduce the risk of starting
the power tool accidentally.
d) Store idle power tools out of the
reach of children and do not allow
persons unfamiliar with the power
tool or these instructions to operate
the power tool. Power tools are
dangerous in the hands of untrained
users.
e) Maintain power tools. Check for
misalignment or binding of moving
parts, breakage of parts and any
other condition that may affect the
power 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 different from
those intended could result in a hazardous
situation.
5. BATTERY TOOL USE AND CARE
a) Recharge only with the charger
specified by the manufacturer. A
charger that is suitable for one type of
battery pack may create a risk of fire when
used with another battery pack.
b) Use power tools only with
specifically designated battery packs.
Use of any other battery packs may create
a risk of injury and fire.
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 fire.
d) Under abusive conditions, liquid may
be ejected from the battery; avoid
contact. If contact accidentally occurs,
flush with water. If liquid contacts eyes,
additionally seek medical help. Liquid
ejected from the battery may cause
irritation or burns.
6. SERVICE
a) Have your power tool serviced by
a qualified repair person using only
identical replacement parts. This will
ensure that the safety of the power tool is
maintained.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
FOR ALL SAWS
CUTTING PROCEDURES
a) DANGER: Keep hands away from
cutting area and the blade. If both
hands are holding the saw, they cannot be
cut by the blade.
b) Do not reach underneath the
workpiece. The guard cannot protect you
from the blade below the workpiece.
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 piece 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 power tool by insulated gripping
surfaces when performing an
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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.
f) When ripping always use a rip fence
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.
FURTHER SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS FOR ALL
SAWS
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 toward the operator.
Kickback is the result of saw misuse and/or
incorrect operating procedures or conditions
and can be avoided by taking proper
precautions as given below.
a) Maintain a firm grip on the saw and
position your arm to resist kickback
forces. Position your body to either
side of the blade, but not in line with
the blade. 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
backward while the blade is in motion
or kickback may occur. Investigate and
take corrective actions to eliminate the
cause of blade binding.
c) When restarting a saw in the
workpiece, center 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 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.
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 making a
“plunge cut” into existing walls or
other blind areas. The protruding blade
may cut objects that can cause kickback.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
FOR PLUNGE TYPE SAW
GUARD FUNCTION
a) Check guard for proper closing before
each use. Do not operate the saw
if guard does not move freely and
enclose the blade instantly. Never
clamp or tie the guard with the blade
exposed. If saw is accidentally dropped,
guard may be bent. Check to make sure
that guard moves freely and does not touch
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and depths of cut.
b) Check the operation and condition of
the guard return spring. If the guard
and the spring are not operating
properly, they must be serviced
before use. Guard may operate sluggishly
due to damaged parts, gummy deposits, or
a build-up of debris.
c) Assure that the base plate of the saw will
not shift while performing the “plunge
cut” when the blade bevel setting is not
at 90°. Blade shifting sideways will cause
binding and likely kick back.
d) Always observe that the guard is
covering the blade before placing
saw down on bench or floor. An
unprotected, coasting blade will cause the
saw to walk backwards, cutting whatever is
in its path. Be aware of the time it takes for
the blade to stop after switch is released.
ADDITIONAL SAFETY
RULES FOR YOUR
CIRCULAR SAW
1) Always wear a dust mask, hearing
protection and eye protection.
2) Only use saw blades recommended in the
specification.
3) Do not use any abrasive wheels.
4) Use only blade diameter(s) in accordance
with the markings.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
FOR ABRASIVE CUTTING-
OFF OPERATIONS
CUT-OFF MACHINE SAFETY WARNINGS
a) The guard provided with the tool must
be securely attached to the power
tool and positioned for maximum
safety, so the least amount of wheel
is exposed towards the operator.
Position yourself and bystanders away
from the plane of the rotating wheel.
The guard helps to protect operator from
broken wheel fragments and accidental
contact with wheel.
b) Use only diamond cut-off wheels
for your power tool. Just because an
accessory can be attached to your power
tool, it does not assure safe operation.
C) The rated speed of the accessory
must be at least equal to the
maximum speed marked on the power
tool. Accessories running faster than their
rated speed can break and fly apart.
d) Wheels must be used only for
recommended applications. For
example: do not grind with the side of
cut-off wheel. Abrasive cut-off wheels
are intended for peripheral grinding, side
forces applied to these wheels may cause
them to shatter.
e) Always use undamaged wheel flanges
that are of correct diameter for your
selected wheel. Proper wheel flanges
support the wheel thus reducing the
possibility of wheel breakage.
f) Do not use worn down reinforced
wheels from larger power tools.
Wheels intended for a larger power tool
are not suitable for the higher speed of a
smaller tool and may burst.
g) The outside diameter and the
thickness of your accessory must
be within the capacity rating of your
power tool. lncorrectly sized accessories
cannot be adequately guarded or
controlled.
h) The arbour size of wheels and flanges
must properly fit the spindle of
the power tool. Wheels and flanges
with arbour holes that do not match the
mounting hardware of the power tool will
run out of balance, vibrate excessively and
may cause loss of control.
i) Do not use damaged wheels. Before
each use, inspect the wheels for chips
and cracks. If power tool or wheel is
dropped, inspect for damage or install an
undamaged wheel. After inspecting and
installing the wheel, position yourself and
bystanders away from the plane of the
rotating wheel and run the power tool at
maximum no load speed for one minute.
Damaged wheels will normally break apart
during this test time.
j) Wear personal protective equipment.
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shield, safety goggles or safety
glasses. As appropriate, wear dust mask,
hearing protectors, gloves and shop apron
capable of stopping small abrasive or
workpiece fragments.The eye protection
must be capable of stopping flying debris
generated by various operations.The
dust mask or respirator must be capable
of filtrating particles generated by your
operation. Prolonged exposure to high
intensity noise may cause hearing loss.
k) Keep bystanders a safe distance away
from work area. Anyone entering the
work area must wear personal protective
equipment. Fragments of workpiece or of
a broken wheel may fly away and cause
injury beyond immediate area of operation.
I) Hold the power tool by insulated
gripping surfaces only, when
performing an operation where
the cutting accessory may contact
hidden wiring or its own cord. Cutting
accessory contacting a “live” wire may
make exposed metal parts of the power
tool “live” and could give the operator an
electric shock.
m)Position the cord clear of the spinning
accessory. lf you lose control, the cord
may be cut or snagged and your hand or
arm may be pulled into the spinning wheel.
n) Never lay the power tool down until
the accessory has come to a complete
stop. The spinning wheel may grab the
surface and pull the power tool out of your
control.
o) Do not run the power tool while
carrying it at your side. Accidental
contact with the spinning accessory could
snag your clothing, pulling the accessory
into your body.
p) Regularly clean the power tool’s air
vents. The motor’s fan will draw the
dust inside the housing and excessive
accumulation of powdered metal may
cause electrical hazards.
q) Do not operate the power tool near
flammable materials. Sparks could ignite
these materials.
r) Do not use accessories that require
liquid coolants. Using water or other
liquid coolants may result in electrocution
or shock.
FURTHER SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS FOR
ABRASIVE CUTTING-OFF
OPERATIONS
KICKBACK AND RELATED WARNINGS
Kickback is a sudden reaction to a pinched or
snagged rotating wheel. Pinching or snagging
causes rapid stalling of the rotating wheel
which in turn causes the uncontrolled power
tool to be forced in the direction opposite of
the wheel’s rotation at the point of the binding.
For example, if an abrasive wheel is snagged
or pinched by the workpiece, the edge of the
wheel that is entering into the pinch point can
dig into the surface of the material causing
the wheel to climb out or kick out.The wheel
may either jump toward or away from the
operator, depending on direction of the
wheel’s movement at the point of pinching.
Abrasive wheels may also break under these
conditions.
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 firm grip on the power tool
and position your body and arm to
allow you to resist kickback forces.
Always use auxiliary handle, if provided,
for maximum control over kickback or
torque reaction during start-up.The
operator can control torque reactions or
kickback forces, if proper precautions are
taken.
b) Never place your hand near the
rotating accessory. Accessory may
kickback over your hand.
C) Do not position your body in line with
the rotating wheel. Kickback will propel
the tool in direction opposite to the wheel’s
movement at the point of snagging.
d) Use special care when working
Corners, sharp edges etc. Avoid
bouncing and snagging the accessory.
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tendency to snag the rotating accessory
and cause loss of control or kickback.
e) Do not attach a saw chain,
woodcarving blade, segmented
diamond wheel with a peripheral
gap greater than 10 mm or toothed
saw blade. Such blades create frequent
kickback and loss of control.
f) Do not “jam” the wheel or apply
excessive pressure. Do not attempt
to make an excessive depth of cut.
Overstressing the wheel increases the
loading and susceptibility to twisting or
binding of the wheel in the cut and the
possibility of kickback or wheel breakage.
g) When wheel is binding or when
interrupting a cut for any reason,
switch off the power tool and hold the
power tool motionless until the wheel
Comes to a complete stop. Never
attempt to remove the wheel from the cut
while the wheel is in motion otherwise
kickback may occur. lnvestigate and take
corrective action to eliminate the cause of
wheel binding.
h) Do not restart the cutting operation in
the workpiece. Let the wheel reach full
speed and carefully re-enter the cut.The
wheel may bind, walk up or kickback if the
power tool is restarted in the workpiece.
i ) Support panels or any oversized
workpiece to minimize the risk of
wheel pinching and kickback. Large
workpieces tend to sag under their own
weight. Supports must be placed under the
workpiece near the line of cut and near the
edge of the workpiece on both sides of the
wheel.
j) Use extra caution when making a
“pocket cut” into existing walls or
other blind areas.The protruding wheel
may cut gas or water pipes, electrical
wiring or objects that can cause kickback.
GENERAL SAFETY
WARNINGS FOR YOUR
LASER
WARNING: Read all safety warnings
and all instructions. Failure to follow
the warnings and instructions may result in
serious injury.
Save all warnings and instructions for
future reference.
These lasers do not normally present an
optical hazard although staring at the
beam may cause flash blindness.
Do not stare directly at the laser beam. A
hazard may exist if you deliberately stare
into the beam, please observe all safety
rules as follows:
1) The laser shall be used and maintained
in accordance with the manufacturer’s
instructions.
2) Never aim the beam at any person or
an object other than the work piece.
3) The laser beam shall not be
deliberately aimed at another person
and shall be prevented from being
directed towards the eye of a person
for longer than 0.25 seconds area.
4) Always ensure the laser beam is
aimed at a sturdy work piece without
reflective surfaces, e.g. wood or
rough-coated surfaces are acceptable.
Bright shiny reflective sheet steel or similar
is not suitable for laser applications as the
reflective surface may direct the laser beam
back at the operator.
5) Do not change the laser device with
a different type. The manufacturer or an
authorized agent must carry out repairs.
6) CAUTION: Use of controls or adjustments
other than those specified herein may
result in hazardous radiation exposure.
ADDITIONAL SAFETY WARNING FOR
CLASS 2 LASER
The laser device fitted to this tool is CLASS
2 with a maximum radiation of 1.5mW and
650nm wavelength.
CLASS 2 LASER RADIATION, DO NOT
STARE INTO BEAM

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
FOR BATTERY PACK
a) Do not dismantle, open or shred cells
or battery pack.
b) Do not short-circuit a battery pack.
Do not store battery packs haphazardly in
a box or drawer where they may short-
circuit each other or be short-circuited by
conductive materials. 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 fire.
c) Do not expose battery pack to heat or
fire. Avoid storage in direct sunlight.
d) Do not subject battery pack to
mechanical shock.
e) In the event of battery leaking, do
not allow the liquid to come into
contact with the skin or eyes. If contact
has been made, wash the affected area
with copious amounts of water and seek
medical advice.
f) Seek medical advice immediately
if a cell or battery pack has been
swallowed.
g) Keep battery pack clean and dry.
h) Wipe the battery pack terminals with
a clean dry cloth if they become dirty.
i) Battery pack needs to be charged
before use. Always refer to this
instruction and use the correct charging
procedure.
j) Do not maintain battery pack on
charge when not in use.
k) After extended periods of storage,
it may be necessary to charge
and discharge the battery pack
several times to obtain maximum
performance.
l) Battery pack gives its best
performance when it is operated at
normal room temperature (20°C ±
5°C).
m)When disposing of battery packs,
keep battery packs of different
electrochemical systems separate
from each other.
n) Recharge only with the charger
specified by WORX. Do not use any
charger other than that specifically
provided for use with the equipment.
A charger that is suitable for one type of
battery pack may create a risk of fire when
used with another battery pack.
o) Do not use any battery pack which
is not designed for use with the
equipment.
p) Keep battery pack out of the reach of
children.
q) Retain the original product literature
for future reference.
r) Remove the battery from the
equipment when not in use.
s) Dispose of properly.

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To reduce the risk of injury, user
must read instruction manual
Warning
Wear ear protection
Wear eye protection
Wear dust mask
Do not stare into beam
Laser radiation
RCM marking
Waste electrical products must not
be disposed of with household
waste. Please recycle where
facilities exist. Check with your
local authorities or retailer for
recycling advice.
ABN: Australian Business Number,
according to which business
details such as business name and
address can be found at website
http://abr.business.gov.au
Make sure the battery is removed
prior to changing accessories.
Wear protective gloves
SYMBOLS
Wood
Metal
Aluminium
Plastic
Tile
Incorrect
Correct
Lock
Unlock
Diamond disc
HSS blade
TCT blade

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
NOTE: Before using the tool, read the
instruction book carefully.
ASSEMBLY AND OPERATION
ACTION FIGURE
BEFORE OPERATION
Removing the battery pack See Fig. A1
Charging the battery See Fig. A2
Installing the battery pack See Fig. A3
ASSEMBLY
Saw blade Assembly and
Removing
WARNING: Always
remove the battery
before changing the blade!
See Fig. B
Safety On/Off Switch See Fig. C
Cross and Rip Cutting See Fig. D1, D2
Cutting Depth Adjusting See Fig. E1, E2
Using the laser light feature See Fig. F
Replacing laser batteries See Fig. G1-G3
Parallel Guide See Fig. H1, H2
Pocket Cutting See Fig. I1, I2
Sawdust Removal See Fig. J
WORKING HINTS FOR YOUR
TOOL
If your power tool becomes too hot, please
run your circular saw no load for 2-3 minutes
to cool the motor. Avoid prolonged usage at
very low speeds.
Protect saw blades against impact and shock.
Cutting with extreme force can significantly
reduces the performance capability of the tool
and reduces the service life of the saw blade.
Sawing performance and cutting quality
depend essentially on the condition and the
tooth count of the saw blade.Therefore, use
only sharp saw blades that are suited for the
material being cut.
Choice of blades: 24 teeth for general work,
approx. 40 teeth for finer cuts, more than 40
teeth for very fine cuts into delicate surfaces,
diamond for tile, cement board, etc.
Only use saw blades recommended.
MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH
CARE
Remove the plug from the socket before
carrying out any adjustment, servicing or
maintenance.
Keep tools sharp and clean for better and
safer performance. Follow instructions for
lubricating and changing accessories. Inspect
tool cords periodically and if damaged, have
repaired by authorized service facility.Your
power tool requires no additional lubrication
or maintenance.There are no user serviceable
parts in your power tool. Never use water or
chemical cleaners to clean your power tool.
Wipe clean with a dry cloth. Always store
your power tool in a dry place. Keep the
motor ventilation slots clean. Keep all working
controls free of dust.
If the supply cord is damaged, it must be
replaced by the manufacturer, its service
agent or similarly qualified persons in order to
avoid a hazard.
Periodically clear dust and chips from guard
and base to ensure proper performance.

Lithium-Ion Cordless Circular Saw WX523
18
TROUBLE SHOOTING
Symptom Possible Causes Possible Solution
Tool will not start when
operating the on/off switch.
Battery park not plugged in.
Battery park is powered off.
Carbon brush has worn down
Check to make sure battery park is
connected well into a working outlet
Charging the battery.
Replace the carbon brush using a
qualified maintenance person.
Cutting depth is less than that
is set.
Sawdust accumulated at the
rear of the base.
Shake out sawdust. Consider
connecting a vacuum for dust
collection.
Blade spins or slips Blade is not tightly engaged
with the spindle.
Remove the blade, and reassemble
it as described in SAW BLADE
ASSEMBLY AND REMOVING
section.
Blade will not cut a straight line.
Blade is dull.
Blade is not mounted
properly.
Saw is not being guided
properly.
Mount a new, sharp blade on the
saw.
Check that blade is properly
mounted.
Use a parallel guide.
Blade kicks back when
beginning a cut
Blade is not spinning fast
enough
Allow the saw blade to reach full
speed prior to beginning a cut in the
material.
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