7-1/4" Circular Saw with Laser Guide Instruction Manual

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1 Power Glide Limited Warranty Consumer Power Tools for Home Use World Factory, Inc. (Seller) warrants to the original Buyer only, that each POWER GLIDE portable power tool will be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of one () year from date of purchase. SELLER S SOLE OBLIGATION AND BUYER S EXCLUSIVE REMEDY UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY SHALL BE THE REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF PARTS, WITHOUT CHARGE, WHICH ARE DEFECTIVE IN MATERIAL OR WORKMANSHIP. ANY PARTS AS DETERMINED BY THE SELLER WHICH HAVE BEEN MISUSED; ABUSED OR DAMAGED EITHER DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY FROM REPAIRS OR ALTERATIONS ATTEMPTED BY UNAUTHORIZED PERSONS; IMPROPER MAINTENANCE, NEGLECT OR ACCIDENT ARE NOT COVERED BY THIS LIMITED WARRANTY. To make a claim under this Limited Warranty, you must return the complete power tool with proof of purchase, transportation prepaid, to any World Factory, Inc. authorized service center. Call for the location of the nearest authorized power tool service center. Additional Limitations THIS LIMITED WARRANTY DOES NOT APPLY TO ACCESSORY ITEMS SUCH AS CIRCULAR SAW BLADES, DRILL BITS, ROUTER BITS, JIGSAW BLADES, SANDING BELTS OR PADS, GRINDING WHEELS AND OTHER RELATED ITEMS. ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES SHALL BE LIMITED IN DURATION TO ONE () YEAR FROM DATE OF PURCHASE. IN NO EVENT SHALL SELLER BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO LIABILITY FOR LOSS OF PROFITS, ARISING FROM THE SALE OR USE OF THIS PRODUCT. If any provision of this Limited Warranty is for any reason held to be invalid or unenforceable, such provision shall not affect any other provision herein, this Limited Warranty shall be construed as if such invalid and/or unenforceable provision had never been contained herein. This Warranty contains the entire agreement between Seller and Buyer and supersedes any and all prior agreements, arrangements, or understandings between the parties relating to product warranty. 7-/" Circular Saw with Laser Guide Instruction Manual IF YOU HAVE ANY PROBLEMS OR QUESTIONS CONCERNING THIS PRODUCT, DO NOT RETURN IT TO YOUR RETAILER. CONTACT CUSTOMER SERVICE AT Due to ongoing product development the actual product or products may vary from the illustrations or photos shown within this manual. Technical Data Type Input Voltage 0V ~ 60HZ Input Power 0 Amp No Load Speed,500 RPM Blade Diameter 7-/" (85mm) Blade Type Tooth Carbide Tipped Arbor 5/8" (6mm) Max. Cutting Depth 90 deg. -9/6" (65mm) 5 deg. -/6" (mm) Power Cord 6' x 8 AWG Double Insulated Yes Dimensions (L x W x H) -/" L x 9" W x 9" H Net Weight 8.5 lbs. (.86 kgs) Made in China 007 World Factory, Inc. Distributed by: World Factory, Inc. Coppell TX 7509 Model No: Read the instructions and precautions before use of this product Please keep Model this instruction No manual for future reference IF YOU HAVE ANY PROBLEMS OR QUESTIONS CONCERNING THIS PRODUCT, DO NOT RETURN IT TO YOUR RETAILER, CONTACT CONSUMER SUPPORT AT OR IF YOU ARE A STORE MANAGER OR EMPLOYEE IN NEED OF ASSISTANCE CALL PLEASE HAVE YOUR STORE NUMBER READY

2 GENERAL SAFETY RULES WARNING: RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY. Read and understand all instructions. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electrical shock, fire and/or serious personal injury. The term "power tool" in all of the warnings listed below refers to your mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated (cordless) power tool. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Work Area. Keep your work area clean and well lit. Cluttered and dark areas invite accidents. Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presences of flammable liquids, gases, or dust. Power tools create sparks, which may ignite the dust or fumes.. Keep bystanders, children and visitors away while operating a power tool. Distractions can cause you to loose control. Electrical Safety. 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. Unmodfied plugs and matching outlets will reduce risk of electrical shock.. Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces such as pipes, radiators, ranges, and refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electrical shock if your body is earthed or grounded.. Do not expose power tool to rain or wet conditions. Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of electrical shock.. 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 entaqngled cords increase the risk of electrical shock. 5. 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 electrical shock. Personal Safety. Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a power tool. Do not use a power tool while tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury.. Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protection. Safety equipment such dust mask, nonskid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection must be used for appropriate conditions to reduce personal injuries.. Avoid accidental starting. Ensure switch is in the off-position before plugging in. Carrying tools with your finger on the switch or plugging in power tools that have the switch on invites accidents.. 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. 5. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. This enables better control of the tool in unexpected situations. 6. Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry or long hair can be caught in moving parts. 7. If devices are provided for connection of dust extraction and collection facilities, ensure these are connected and properly used. Use of these devices can reduce dustrelated hazards. Replacing the Laser Batteries See Assembly section of manual for battery replacement procedures. Testing the Laser. Make a " long cut in a larger sheet of plywood or other flat stable material. Use the rip fence or a strait edge to ensure the cut is straight. Allow the saw blade to come to a complete stop before removing saw from cut.. Adjust the saw base for maximum depth of cut. Open the blade guard and place the saw blade into cut made in step. Position the blade at the beginning of the cut making sure the teeth at the front and rear are in contact with the cut on the same side.. Turn the laser on and observe the location of the beam. The laser is in alignment when the beam disappears within the saw cut and no red light is visible on the surface of the material. If red light is visible proceed with adjustment. Adjusting the Laser. (SEE FIGURE 8) Move the On/Off rocker switch () to the off "0" position. Figure 8. If the beam in the test crosses the saw cut or is entirely on the left or right side and not parallel with the cut, rotational adjustment is required: a. Turn the laser on. b. Carefully rotate the laser emitter () by hand, until the beam is parallel with the saw cut.. If the beam is parallel with the saw cut, but visible on the left or right side of the saw cut, alignment adjustment is required: a. Turn the laser on. b. Carefully rotate the alignment adjusting screws () left or right until the beam disappears in the saw cut. Service WARNING: Tools service must be performed only by qualified repair personal. Service or maintenance performed by unqualified personnel could result in a risk of injury. When servicing a tool, use only identical replacement parts. Follow instruction in the maintenance section of this manual. Use of unauthorized parts or failure to follow maintenance instructions may create a risk of electric shock or injury. Contact World Factory, by phone at , or be at customerservice@worldfactory.com, for the location of the nearest authorized power tool service center. ACCESSORIES CAUTION: Use only Accessories that are recommended by Power Glide for your model. Accessories that may be suitable for one tool may become hazardous when used on another tool. Recommended Accessories:. 7-/" Circular Saw Blade. "AAA" Batteries. Rip Fence 5. Replacement Carbon Brushes. Hex Key

3 MAINTENANCE Installing / Changing Saw Blade. (SEE FIGURE 5) Depress the spindle lock lever () to stop the spindle from turning. NOTE: Spindle may require slight back and forth rotation to engage lock. CAUTION: Never depress spindle lock button while tool is in use and wheel is spinning.. (SEE FIGURE 6) Loosen the blade retaining screw () with hex key (). Counterclockwise to loosen and clockwise to tighten. Remove the retaining screw and outer washer ().. Rotate the lower blade guard () to the open position and carefully slide the saw blade from the arbor and maneuver clear of the lower guard and saw base.. Reverse steps to when installing saw blades. Replacing the Carbon Brushes Inspect the carbon brushes for wear every to 6 months. Replace worn or damaged brushes immediately.. (SEE FIGURE 7) Using a wide straight edge screwdriver, remove carbon brush cover plugs ().. Carefully remove the carbon brushes () from the motor housing.. Inspect the brushes for wear or damage. Replace worn or damaged brushes with new ones.. Replace carbon brush cover plugs. Figure 5 Figure 6 Figure 7 Power Tool Use And Care. 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 is designed.. Do not use power tool if switch does not turn it on or 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 battery pack from the power tool before making any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing the tool. Such preventative safety measures reduce the risk of starting the tool accidentally.. Store idle power tools out of reach of children and do not allow persons unfamiliar with the power tool or these instructions to operate the power tool. Tools are dangerous in the hands 5. Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts and any other condition that may affect the power tools operation. If damaged, have the power tool repaired before using. Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained tools. 6. Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control. 7. Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc., in accordance with these instructions and in a manner intended for the particular type of power tool, 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 hazardous situation. Service. 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. Cleaning WARNING: RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY. Always disconnect tool from power source before making any adjustment, installing or changing accessories.. Clean the tool housing, motor vents and blade after each use.. Keep the grip dry, clean and free from oil and grease.. Store the tool on a safe and dry place, out of reach of children.. Do not use cleaning agents or solvents that could attach the plastic parts of the tool. 5. Turn the tool off immediately and do not operate, until repaired, if tool begins to make abnormal noise, vibrations, produces smoke or burning odor.

4 SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES 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 cannot be cut by the blade.. Do not reach underneath the workpiece. The guard cannot protect you from the blade below the workpiece.. Adjust the cutting depth to the thickness of the workpiece. Less than a full tooth of the blade teeth should be visible below workpiece.. Never hold piece being cut in your hand 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. 5. 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 "live" wire will also make exposed metal parts of the power tool "live" and shock the operator. 6. When ripping always use rip fence or straight edge guide. This improves the accuracy of the cut and reduces the chance of blade binding. 7. Always use blades with correct size and shape (diamond verses round) of arbor holes. Blades that do not match the mounting hardware of the saw will run eccentrically, causing loss of control. 8. Never use damaged or incorrect blade washer or bolt. The blade washer and bold were specially designed for your saw, for optimum performance and safety of operation. WARNING:. 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 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. Pocket Cutting Pocket cutting is used to start a cut in a piece of wood from other than the edge. Use extreme caution when beginning a pocket cut.. (SEE FIGURE ) Tilt the saw forward so the front of the base is firmly in contact with the wood.. Using the handle () on the lower blade guard (), pull back the guard to expose the blade. Lower the saw until the teeth of the saw almost touch the wood. Release the lower blade guard.. While holding the saw with both hands, turn the saw on and allow it to come to full speed.. While keeping the front of the base in firm contact with the work piece, slowly tilt the saw until the blade contacts the wood. Continue tilting the saw until the saw base rest flat on the wood and the saw blade spins freely. 5. Allow the saw blade to come to a complete stop before removing saw from pocket. Using the Rip Fence. (SEE FIGURE ) Slide rip fence into slots on saw base. Adjust to the desired position shown on rip scale and secure with adjustment knob.. Follow cutting procedure as outlined in "General Cutting" section of this manual. Cutting Sheet Goods WARNING: Cutting sheet goods is prone to kickback. You must read, understand and follow "Causes and Operator Prevention of Kickback" section of this manual.. (SEE FIGURE ) Position long workpieces and sheet goods so that both the cut and large cut-off pieces are supported.. Provide a secondary support means near the blade to prevent sagging that could pinch the blade.. Adjust depth of cut so that workpiece is cut but not the underlying supports.. Follow cutting procedure as outlined in "General Cutting" section of this manual. Figure Figure Figure

5 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY. Never touch the saw blade while it is moving. Do not touch the saw blade after operation, it will be very hot. CAUTION: Remove all nails, staples, fasteners, foreign objects or other debris before sawing. Make sure there is enough space under and behind the work piece for the saw blade.. Always hold the tool firmly with both hands and keep the base plate flush with the work piece. Uneven contact with the work piece can cause kickback, excessive vibration, blade damage or breakage.. Mark the desired cut with a pencil or chalk line. Align the laser or base plate notch with the cut line.. For repetitive cuts or when ripping long material, use the rip fence for accuracy.. Never turn the saw ON with the saw blade in contact with the material. General Cutting. (SEE FIGURE ) Set bevel cut adjustment to the desired angle.. Set depth of cut adjustment for the workpiece.. Grasp the saw handle firmly with one hand and the auxiliary handle with the other. Squeeze the trigger and allow blade to reach each full speed before starting the cut. NOTE: Cut the wood with the appearance side down for a clean cut. Since the saw cuts upward, the bottom surface of the wood is less likely to splinter.. Slowly advance the saw into and through the workpiece. Feed saw with a light, continous pressure. Do not force the saw. 5. After the cut is complete, release the trigger switch and allow the saw blade guard to return to the closed position before releasing your grip. 6. If the cut is interrupted before completion, release the trigger switch and hold the saw motionless in the material until the blade comes to a complete stop. 7. When resuming an interrupted cut, center the saw blade in the kerf and check that the saw teeth are not engaged in the material before starting the saw. Squeeze the trigger and allow blade to reach full speed before resuming the cut. Figure CAUSES AND OPERATOR PREVENTION OF KICKBACK 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 rigidly 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 curf 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:. Maintain a firm 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.. 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.. Support large panels to minimize the risk of blade pinching and kickback. Large 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. 5. Do not use dull or damaged blades. Unsharpened or improperly set blades produce narrow kerf causing excessive friction, blade binding and kickback. 6. 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. 7. 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 RULES FOR LASER GUIDE DANGER: LASER RADIATION - Do not stare into the beam. Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified in this instruction manual may result in hazardous radiation exposure.. Laser radiations on work table - Do not stare into reflected light from work surface.. Avoid exposure - Laser light is emitted from the housing front aperture. Do not stare into the aperture.. Do not disassemble laser.. Operate laser only when cutting. Turn laser off after use.

6 CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING: RISK OF CHEMICAL EXPOSURE. Use of this tool can generate dust containing chemicals known to the state of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. To reduce exposure to these chemicals, always use approved safety equipment, work in a well-ventilated area and wear dusk mask that filters out microscopic particles. The following symbols are used for this tool: Symbol A or Amp V W ~ Hz.../min No SYMBOLS Name Amperes Volts Watts Alternating Current Direct Current Double Insulated Class II Tool Hertz Revolutions per minute No Load Speed Laser Aided Sighting. (SEE FIGURE 9) To activate the lasersighting guide, move the rocker switch () to the on "I" position. The laser will project a narrow beam of red light () in front of the saw.. Align the light beam from the laserwith the marked cut line on the work piece.. To turn off the laser cutting guide, move the rocker switch to the off "O" position. CAUTION: LASER RADIATION - Do not stare into the beam. Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified in this instruction manual may result in hazardous radiation exposure.. Laser radiations on work table - Do not stare into reflected light from work surface.. Avoid exposure - Laser light is emitted from the housing front aperture. Do not stare into the aperture.. Do not disassemble laser.. Operate laser only when cutting. Turn laser off after use. Figure 9 Manual Sighting. (SEE FIGURE 0) For 90 degree straight cuts, align sight notch (), with the premarked cut line on the work piece. For 5-degree bevel cuts, align sight notch () with the pre-marked cut line on the work piece. NOTE: Sight notch accuracy will vary from blade to blade. Make a test cut in scrap material first. Adjust your aiming point as necessary. Figure 0 5 0

7 FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION ASSEMBLY On/Off Switch. (SEE FIGURE 5) To start the saw, depress the safety button () and pull the On-Off trigger switch ().. To stop the saw, release the trigger switch. Depth of Cut Adjustment By setting the proper blade depth, you can minimize saw kickback and improve cutting efficiency. CAUTION: Always tighten the depth adjustment lever securely before operating saw.. (SEE FIGURE 6) Rotate depth adjustment lever () upwards to loosen base plate.. Slide base plate () up to increase depth of cut or downwards to reduce depth. Use depth scale () to set approximate cutting depth.. With base plate in desire position, rotate depth adjustment lever downwards to secure base plate.. (SEE FIGURE 7) Check depth of cut to the thickness of the workpiece. Less than a full tooth of the blade teeth should be visible below workpiece. Figure 5 Figure 6 Figure 7 Installing the Laser Batteries WARNING: RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY. Always disconnect the tool from the power outlet before making any adjustment, installing or changing the accessories.. (SEE FIGURE ) Turn the On/Off rocker Figure switch () to the off "O" position.. Remove the battery cover Phillips head screw (). Lift and remove the battery cover (), rear (screw end) first.. Insert new "AAA" size alkaline type batteries (), paying attention to proper polarity (+ / -) installation direction.. Replace the battery cover and screw. Installing the Rip Fence For repetitive cuts or when ripping long material use the rip fence for accuracy.. (SEE FIGURE ) Slide the fence () into the slots of base (). Adjust to desired position shown on scale () and secure with adjustment knob (). NOTE: Check blade alignment before cutting. The rip fence scale () will provide quick set-up and satisfactory accuracy for most applications. For precision cutting, check alignment with a separate measuring device. Figure Bevel Cut Adjustment CAUTION: Always tighten the bevel adjustment knob securely before operating saw.. (SEE FIGURE 8) Loosen the bevel adjustment knob () at the front of the saw.. Tilt the base () to the desired angle shown on the bevel scale ().. Tighten the bevel adjustment knob to secure the base. Figure 8 9 6

8 CONNECTION TO THE POWER SUPPLY GETTING TO KNOW YOUR TOOL Electrical Safety. Double Insulated tools are equipped with a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other.) This plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to install a polarized outlet. Do not change the plug in any way. Double insulation eliminates the need for the three wire grounded power cord and grounded power supply system.. Avoid body contact with grounded surfaces such as pipes, radiators, ranges and refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electrical shock if your body is grounded.. Don't expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of electrical shock.. Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord to carry the tools or pull the plug from the outlet. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts. Replace damaged cords immediately. Damaged cords increase the risk of electrical shock. Figure. Laser Battery Cover. Laser Switch. Laser Emitter. Bevel Scale 5. Bevel Adjustment Knob 6. Base 7. Blade Guard 8. Blade 9. Blade Guard Handle 0. Dust Port Figure 0 5 Extension Cords. Make sure your extension cord is in good condition. When using an extension cord, be sure to use one heavy enough to carry the current your product will draw. An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of power and overheating. Table shows the correct size to use depending on cord length and nameplate Ampere rating. If in doubt, use the next heavier gauge. The smaller the gauge number, the heavier the cord. Figure Figure Table. Minimum Gage For Power Cord Rating Total Length of cord in feet Amp Volts 5 ft. 50ft 00ft 50 ft AWG -5 0V "On/Off" Switch. Safety Button. Grip. Depth Scale 5. Depth Adjustment Lever 6. Carbon Brush Cover 7. Motor Housing 8. Auxiliary Grip V 6 6-0V -6 0V Not Recommended 7 6. When operating a power tool outside, use an outdoor extension cord marked "W-A" or "W". These cords are rated for outdoor use and reduce the risk of electrical shock.. Use only UL listed extension cords. Inspect extension cord before use and never use damaged or altered extension cords. Follow extension cord manufacturer safety instruction.. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts. Replace damaged cords immediately. Damaged cords increase the risk of electrical shock.. Saw. Rip Fence. "AAA" Batteries. Replacement Carbon Brushes 5. Instruction Manual CONTENTS 7 8