Craftsman 172.67098 Operator's Manual page 8

KNOWYOUR CORDLESS CIRCULAR S AW(Fig.2)
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OTE: Before attempting to use this product, familiarize yourself with all operating i features and safety rules.
Fig. 2
Trigger Switch
Front
Handle
Upper Blade Guard
Bevel Scale
Bevel Adjustment
LockingKnob
Rear Handle
Power Battery Pack
Button (installed on Drill/Driver)
Mounting Slots
for Edge Guide Edge Guide
Locking/Retaining Knob
SpindleLock
Battery Pack
(installed on Drill/Driver
Latch to Release
Battery Pack
Rear Handle
ljection
Port with Cover Cap
(Remove cap to
attach 11/4-in,
vac hose,
sold separately)
Depth-of-Cut
Adj
Guard Lever
Lower Blade Guard
Spindle Clamping Screw
Blade
Trigger Switch
Power
Lock-Off
Button
Front Assist Handle
Mounting Slot
for Edge Guide
Hex Key
Safety, performance and dependability have been given top priority in the design of this product,
making it easy to maintain and operate.
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This Cordless Circular Saw has the following features:
1. 3400 RPM no-load speed provides power and torque for fast, sure cuts in wood, plywood,
hardboard and wood-base materials.
2. Quick depth-of-cut adjustments with a maximum depth of cut:
13/1s-inch at 45°; lS/8-inch at 90 °
3. Easy-to-read bevel cut scale adjusts from 0° to 50 ° bevel capacity.
4. Aluminum Upper Guard and plastic Lower Guard for extra strength and durability.
5. Electric Brake stops blade rotation instantly when trigger is released.
6. Trigger Switch with Power Lock-Off Button helps protect against accidental starts.
7. Oversized stamped Steel Base provides stability, glides smoothly for maximum control
during sawing applications.
8. Soft-Grip Ergonomically Designed Contoured Rear Handle and Front Assist Handle
for positive gripping, control, balance and comfort.
9. includes Craftsman ® 24 Tooth Carbide-Tipped Steel General Purpose Blade
for fast, smooth cuts.
10. Top Mounted Blade Spindle Lock for easy blade changes.
11. Built-in Sawdust Ejection Chute with Cover Cap. Remove cap to eject sawdust to the
rear of saw or leave cap attached to eject sawdust downwards, from the blade guards.
Remove cap to attach 11A-in vac hose, sold separately (see page 27).
12. Permanently Lubricated 100% Ball Bearings for smooth operation and long life.
13. Heavy-duty Machined Gearing for efficient power transmission.
14. Durable impact-resistant housing helps protect tool from damage and reduces weight.
15. The Nickel-Cadmium battery pack recharges in 3 to 6 hours under normal use, and
LED light on charger indicates when battery is charging.
Motor 18.0 Volt DC
No=load Speed 3400 RPM
Blade Diameter 51/2-in.
Bmade Arbor 5/8-in.
Cutting Depth at 45 ° 13/16-in.
Cutting Depth at 90 ° 15/8-in.
Maximum Bevem Angme 50 °
Charger Input 120V, 60Hz AC
Charge Rate 3 to 6 Hours
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