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USER MANUAL GLCS2065B Genesis

20V 6-1/2" CIRCULAR SAW

GLCS2065B

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Look for this symbol to point out important safety precautions. It means attention!!! Your safety is involved.

WARNING: Read and understand all warnings, cautions and operating instructions before using this equipment. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious personal injury.

WARNING: The Operation of any power tool can result in foreign objects being thrown into your eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Before beginning tool operation, always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields and a full face shield when needed. We recommend a wide vision safety mask for use over eyeglasses or standard safety glasses with side shields. Always wear eye protection which is marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1.

GENERAL SAFETY RULES

WARNING: Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction activities contains chemicals known to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some examples of these chemicals are:

• Lead from lead-based paints.
• Crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products.
• Arsenic and chromium from chemically treated lumber. Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on how often you do this type of work. To reduce your exposure to these chemicals: work in a well-ventilated area, and work with approved safety equipment, such as those dust masks that are specially designed to filter out microscopic particles.

WORK AREA SAFETY

• Keep your work area clean and well lit. Cluttered benches and dark areas invite accidents.
• 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.
• Keep bystanders, children, and visitors away while operating a power tool. Distractions can cause you to lose control.

ELECTRICAL SAFETY

• Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never modify the plug in any way. Do not use any adaptor plugs in any earthed (grounded) power tools. 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.

• Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Water entering a power tool will increase 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 grounded.
• 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 cords increase the risk of electric shock.
• When operating a power tool outside, use an extension cord suitable for outdoor use. These cords are rated for outdoor use and reduce the risk of electric shock.
• Do not use AC only rated tools with a DC power supply. While the tool may appear to work, The electrical components of the AC rated tool are likely to fail and create a hazard to the operator.

PERSONAL SAFETY

• Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a power tool. Do not use 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 as dust mask, nonskid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection for appropriate conditions will reduce personal injuries.
• Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry or long hair can be caught in moving parts. Air vents may cover moving parts and should be avoided.

GENERAL SAFETY RULES

• Avoid accidental starting. Ensure the switch is in the Off position before plugging in. Carrying a power tool with your finger on the switch or plugging in a power tool that has the switch on invites accidents.
• Remove any adjusting keys or wrenches before turning the power tool on. A wrench or key that is left attached to a rotating part of the tool may result in personal injury.
• Do not overreach. Maintain proper footing and balance at all times. Loss of balance can cause an injury in an unexpected situation.
• 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 dust related hazards.
• Do not use a ladder or unstable support. Stable footing on a solid surface enables better control of the tool in unexpected situations.
• Keep tool handles dry, clean and free from oil and grease. Slippery handles cannot safely control the tool.

TOOL USE AND CARE

• Secure the workpiece. Use clamp or other practical way to hold the workpiece to a stable platform. Holding the workpiece by hand or against your body is unstable and may lead to loss of control.
• Do not force the power tool. The tool will perform the job better and safer at the feed rate for which it is designed. Forcing the tool could possibly damage the tool and may result in personal injury.
• Use the correct power tool for the job. Do not force the tool or attachment to do a job for which it is not designed.
• Do not use a tool if the switch does not turn it on or off. Any tool that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired or replaced by an authorized service center.
• Turn the power tool off, and disconnect the plug from the power source and/or battery pack from the power tool before making any adjustments, changing the accessories, or storing the tools. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of an accidental start up which may cause personal injury.
• Store idle tools out of reach of children and other inexperienced persons. It is dangerous in the hand of untrained users.
• Maintain power tools with care. Check for proper alignment and binding of moving parts, component breaks, and any other conditions that may affect the tool's operation. A guard or any other part that is damaged must be properly repaired or replaced by an authorized service center to avoid risk of personal injury.
• Only use recommended accessories. Using accessories and attachments not recommended by the manufacturer or intended for use on this type tool may cause damage to the tool or result in personal

injury to the user. Consult the operator's manual for recommended accessories.

• Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control.
• Feed the workpiece in the correct direction and speed. Feed the workpiece into a blade, cutter, or abrasive surface against the direction of the cutting tool's direction of rotation only. Incorrectly feeding the workpiece in the same direction may cause the workpiece to be thrown out at high speed.
• Never leave the tool running unattended, turn the power off. Do not leave the tool until it comes to a complete stop.

BATTERY TOOL USE AND CARE

• Ensure the switch trigger is in the off position before inserting the battery pack. Inserting the battery pack into a power tool that have the switch on invites accidents
• 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.
• Use battery tools only with specified battery packs. Use of any other battery packs may create a risk of injury and fire.
• Avoid storing the battery pack in a container with other metal objects such as nails, coins, clips, keys, screws, or other small metal objects that can make a connection from one terminal to another. Always protect the battery terminals when battery pack is not being used. Connecting the battery terminals together may cause burns or a fire.
• Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected from the battery. Avoid contact. If contact does occur accidentally, flush with water. If liquid contacts eyes, seek immediate medical assistance. Liquid ejected from the battery may cause irritation or burns.
• Battery tools do not need to be plugged into an electrical outlet, therefore, they are always in operation condition. Be aware of possible hazards when not using your battery tool or when changing accessories. Following this rule will reduce the risk of electric shock, fire or personal injury.

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.
• Service your power tool periodically. When cleaning a tool, be careful not to disassemble any portion of the tool since internal wires may be misplaced or pinched.

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If an extension cord is necessary, a cord with adequate size conductors that is capable of carrying the current necessary for your tool must be used. This will prevent excessive voltage drop, loss of power or overheating. Grounded tools must use 3-wire extension cords that have 3-prone plugs and receptacles.

NOTE: The smaller the gauge number, the heavier the cord.

Recommended Minimum Wire Gauge for Extension Cords (120 Volt)
Nameplate Amperes (At Full Load)	Extension Cord Length (Feet)
	25 50	75 100	150	200
0-2 18 18	18 18 16	16
2-3.5 18 18	18 16 14	14
3.5-5 18 18	16 14 12	12
5-7 18 16	14 12 12	10
7-12	18	14	12	10	8	8
12-16	14	12	10	10	8	6

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR CHARGER & BATTERY

• Save these instructions. This manual contains important safety and operating instructions for your battery and charger.
• Before using the battery charger, read all instructions and cautionary markings on (1) Battery Charger, (2) Battery, and (3) Product using battery.
• Use only the charger which accompanied your product or direct replacements as listed in this manual. Do not substitute any other charger.
• Do not recharge the battery in damp or wet environments. Do not expose the battery pack to water or rain.
• Do not operate the charger with damaged cord or plug. Replace immediately.
• Do not operate a charger if it has received a sharp blow, been dropped or otherwise damaged in any way. Take it to a qualified serviceman.
• Do not disassemble a charger or a battery pack. Take it to a qualified serviceman when service or repair is required. Incorrect reassembly may result in a risk of electric shock or fire.
• Do not charge the battery pack when temperature is below 50^ (10^) or above 104^ (40^) . Store the tool and battery pack in a location where temperature will not exceed 122^ (50^) . This is important to prevent serious damage to the battery cells.
• Place the charger on a flat non-flammable surface and away from flammable materials when re-charging the battery pack.
• To reduce risk of electric shock, unplug the charger from outlet before attempting any maintenance or cleaning.
• If operating time has become excessively shorter, stop operating immediately. It may result in a risk of overheating, possible burns and even an explosion.
• Battery leakage may occur under extreme usage or temperature conditions. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. If liquid comes in contact with your skin, wash immediately with soap and water. If liquid gets into your eyes, wash them out with clear water for at

least 10 minutes, and then seek medical attention right away.

• Do not attempt to use a step-up transformer, an engine generator or DC power receptacle.
• Do not short the battery pack. Do not touch the terminal with any conductive material. Avoid storing battery pack in a container with other metal objects such as nails, coins, etc. Always protect the battery terminals when battery pack is not used.
• Do not charge a battery pack inside a box or container of any kind. The battery must be placed in a well ventilated area during charging.
• Do not allow anything to cover or clog the charger vents.
• Do not incinerate the battery pack even if it is severely damaged or is completely worn out. The battery pack can explode in a fire.
• Disconnect the charger from the power source when not in use. This will reduce the risk to electric shock or damage to the charger if metal pieces should fall into the opening. It also will help prevent damage to the charger during a power surge.

WARNING: A battery short can cause a large current flow, overheating, possible burns and even a breakdown.

IMPORTANT BATTERY INFORMATION: DISPOSING OF THE BATTERY

• Your batteries are LITHIUM-ION rechargeable batteries. Certain Local, State and Federal laws prohibit disposal of these batteries in ordinary trash.
• Consult your local waste authorities for your disposal/recycling options.
• More information regarding battery disposal in U.S. and Canada is available at: http://www.rbrc.org/index.html, or by calling 1-800-822-8837 (1-800-8BATTERY).

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SYMBOLS

IMPORTANT: Some of the following symbols may be used on your product and appear throughout the manual. Please study them and learn their meaning for critical information to operate the tool safely.

SYMBOL	DESCRIPTION	SYMBOL	DESCRIPTION	SYMBOL	DESCRIPTION
V	Volts	RPM	Revolutions per minute	▲	Warning symbol. Precautions that involve your safety
A	Amperes	SPM	Strokes per minute	▲	To reduce the risk of injury, read Operator's Manual before using this product
Hz	Hertz	OPM	Oscillations per minute	▲	Wear safety glasses, ear protection and respiratory protection
W	Watts	~or A.C.	Alternating current	▲	Do not dispose with household waste
n0	No Load Speed	---or D.C.	Direct current	▲	Do not touch the running blade
kg	Kilograms		Do not use in wet conditions		Class II Double Insulated construction
H	Hours		Battery cannot exceed 59 °C	cIntertek	This symbol designates that this product is listed with U.S. and Canada requirements by ETL testing Laboratories, Inc.
.../min	Per minute		Do not put battery in fire

SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES FOR CORDLESS CIRCULAR SAWS

WARNING: Do not let comfort or familiarity with product (gained from repeated use) replace strict adherence to product safety rules. If you use this tool unsafely or incorrectly, you can suffer serious personal injury!

WARNING: Hold the tool by insulated gripping surfaces when performing an operation where cutting tools may contact hidden wiring or its own cord. Contact with a "live" wire will make exposed metal parts of the tool "live" and shock the operator!

DANGER! Keep hands away from cutting area and blade.
- Do not reach underneath the workpiece. The guard can not 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 the workpiece.
- Never hold the workpiece in your hands or across your leg while cutting. 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.
- 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 off-centre, 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.
• Do not leave the tool running. Operate the tool only when hand-held.
• Be aware that this tool is always in an operating condition, because it does not have to be plugged into an electric outlet.
• When operating the tool from an elevated position, be aware of people or things beneath you.
• Always hold the tool firmly in your hands before switching the tool "ON". The reaction to the torque of the motor as it accelerates to full speed may cause the tool to twist.
• Wear eye and hearing protection. Always use safety glasses with side shields. Unless otherwise specified, everyday glasses provide only limited impact resistance, they are not safety glasses. Use only certified safety equipment; eye protection equipment should comply with ANSI z87.1 standards. Protective hearing equipment should comply with ANSI s3.19 standards.

SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES FOR CORDLESS CIRCULAR SAWS

• Protect your lungs. Wear a face or dust mask if the operation is dusty. Following this rule will reduce the risk of personal injury.
• Always disconnect the battery pack from the tool or place the switch in the locked or off position before any assembly, adjustments or changing of accessories. Following this instruction will reduce the risk of serious personal injury.
• Do not place battery tools or their batteries near fire or heat. This will reduce the risk of explosion and possibly personal injury.
• Never use a battery which has been dropped or received a sharp blow. A damaged battery is subject to explosion. Properly dispose of a dropped or damaged battery immediately.
• Use designated battery packs (GenesisTM - Model GLAB2020B or GLAB2040B) and charger for this tool. Use of any other batteries may result in a risk of fire.

KICKBACK CAUSES AND WARNINGS

• Kickback is a sudden reaction to a pinched, jammed 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 jammed 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.
• 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 a 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 a saw blade binds, 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 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 kerf causing excessive friction, blade binding and kickback.

• Blade depth and bevel adjusting locking levers must be tight and secure before making the cut. If blade adjustments shift while cutting, it may cause binding and kickback.
• Use extra caution when sawing into existing walls or other blind areas. The protruding blade may cut objects that can cause kickback.

LOWER GUARD CAUTIONS

• Check the lower guard for proper closing before each use. Do not operate the saw if the lower guard does not move freely and close instantly. Never clamp or tie the lower guard into the open position. If the saw is accidentally dropped, the 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.
• The lower guard may be retracted manually only for special cuts such as "plunge cuts" and "compound cuts." Raise the 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 the 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.

WARNING: Read and understand all warnings, cautions and operating instructions before using this equipment. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious personal injury.

UNPACKING & CONTENTS

IMPORTANT: Due to modern mass production techniques, it is unlikely the tool is faulty or that a part is missing. If you find anything wrong, do not operate the tool until the parts have been replaced or the fault has been rectified. Failure to do so could result in serious personal injury.

CONTENT IN PACKAGE

Description	Quantity
Circular Saw	1
Battery Pack GLAB2020B	1
Charger	1
Blade	1

Description	Quantity
Edge Guide 1
Blade Wrench 1
Operator's Manual	1

SPECIFICATIONS

Motor Power 20V DC

No-Load Speed 4000 RPM

Blade Size 6-1/2"

Arbor Size 5/8"

Maximum Depth of Cut @ 90°...... 2-1/16"

Maximum Depth of Cut @ 45°.....1-7/16"

Battery 20V Lithium-ion, 2.0Ah

Charger 120V/60Hz, 1.7A

Net Weight 5.7 lb.

PRODUCT OVERVIEW

1. Laser On/Off Button
2. Lock-Off Switch
3. Front Handle
4. Trigger Switch
5. Upper Guard
6. Laser Guide
7. Battery Lock Tab
8. Battery Charge Indicator
9. Battery Pack
10. Dust Chute
11. Charger
12. Bevel Locking Knob
13. Edge Guide Locking Knob
14. Base
15. Lower Guard
16. Lower Guard Retraction Lever
17. Blade Outer Flange
18. Blade Bolt
19. Blade
20. Cutting Depth Locking Lever
21. Spindle Lock
22. Edge Guide
23. Wrench

ASSEMBLY AND ADJUSTMENTS

WARNING: Always be sure that the tool is switched off and the battery is disconnected before adjusting, adding accessories, or checking a function on the tool.

WARNING: 6-1/2" is the maximum blade capacity of your saw. Never use a blade that is too thick to allow the outer flange washer to fit properly on the spindle. Too thick a blade will prevent the blade bolt from securing the blade on the spindle. Larger diameter blades will contact the blade guards. Either situation could result in a serious accident.

INSTALLING AND REMOVING THE SAW BLADE (FIG 2)

• Remove the battery from the circular saw.
• While depressing the spindle lock (21), use the provided blade wrench (23) to remove the blade bolt and washer (18) by turning clockwise.
• Remove the outer flange (17).
• Lift the lower guard (15) and, if a blade is already in place, remove the old blade.
• To install a new blade, slide it onto the inner flange (24). The saw blade has arrows indicating the direction of rotation. Match the direction of arrows on the blade with the rotation indicator on the front of the upper guard.
• Replace the outer flange, washer, and the blade bolt.
• While holding down the spindle lock, securely tighten the blade bolt by turning it counterclockwise.

NOTE: Tighten the blade bolt until you feel resistance. Do not over tighten.

ADJUSTING THE DEPTH OF CUT

• Remove the battery from the circular saw.
• Loosen the cutting depth locking lever (20-FIG 1) on the depth guide at the back of the saw.
• Move the base (14-FIG 1) up or down to the desired depth as indicated on the depth of cut scale. OR
• Raise the lower blade guard and place the saw base on the workpiece to be cut with the saw blade positioned against the edge. Hold the saw base down on the workpiece surface, then raise or lower the motor

housing to obtain the desired depth of cut using the workpiece edge as a reference.

• Secure the base by locking the locking lever.

NOTE: Always maintain the correct blade depth setting. For all cuts, the blade depth should not exceed 1/4 below the material being cut. Excessive blade depth increases the chance of saw KICKBACK.

BEVEL ANGLE ADJUSTMENT

• Loosen the bevel locking knob (12-FIG 1) at the bevel scale plate on the front of the saw base.
• Tilt the saw base until the desired graduation on the bevel scale aligns with the indicator line on the stationary bevel bracket.
• Tighten the bevel locking knob securely.
• Always make a test cut in scrap lumber and measure the cut angle to confirm the bevel angle is set properly. If necessary, adjust the bevel angle appropriately before cutting the workpiece.

INSTALLING THE EDGE GUIDE (FIG 3)

The edge guide (22) allows you to use the straight edge of a board to help maintain a straight cut up to 8" wide.

• Remove the battery from the circular saw.
• Insert the edge guide through all three slots on the saw base at the front of the saw, starting with slot in the left side edge of the base, see FIG 3.
• Slide the guide through the slots until it extends out the right side of the base.
• Adjust the edge guide to the desired width of cut, then securely tighten the thumbscrew (13) in the center slot to hold the edge guide in position.

FIG 3

INSTALLING AND REMOVING THE BATTERY PACK (FIG 4)

• To install the battery pack, slide the battery pack into the back end of the tool housing all the way until it locks in place with a click, as shown in FIG 4. Lightly pull on the battery to ensure it is locked into place and will not accidentally fall out of the tool, causing an injury.
• To remove the battery pack, pull the battery away from the tool while depressing the battery locking tab (7).

FIG 4

WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal injuries, read and follow all important safety warning and instructions before using this tool.

WARNING: Always be sure that the tool is switched off before insertion or removal of the battery pack.

CHARGING THE BATTERY (FIG 5)

NOTE: Always check that the power supply corresponds to the voltage on the ratings plate.

• Plug the charger (11) into a 120 Volt AC power source. The green indicator light on the charger will illuminate, confirming it is powered.
• Connect the charger to the battery pack (9) as shown in FIG 5. The red light on the charger will illuminate, indicating that the battery is charging. Meanwhile, the power indicator lights (8b) on the battery pack will flash, indicating the charging status.
• All three indicate lights will turn solid green once charging is complete.
• It is normal for the battery pack to become warm while charging.
• If the battery pack is hot after continuous use in the tool, allow it to cool down to room temperature before charging. This will extend the life of your batteries.

NOTE: It takes approximately 80 minutes to charge up a completely discharged 2.0Ah battery pack.

BATTERY POWER INDICATOR (FIG 5)

There is a battery power indicator on the battery pack. It has three green lights (8b).Depress the power indicator button (8a) on the side to check the battery power level. When all three lights illuminate, it indicates the battery is at full power. The battery is at half full power when two lights illuminate.When one light illuminates only, it indicates that the battery is at low power level and requires immediate charging.

WARNING: Always disconnect the battery pack from the tool or place the switch in the locked or off position before any assembly, adjustments or changing accessories.

STARTING AND STOPPING THE SAW

To Start the Saw, depress and hold the lock-off button (2-FIG 1), then depress the trigger switch (4-FIG 1).

WARNING: Make sure the blade is not contacting anything when starting the saw.

To Stop the Saw, release the trigger switch and wait for the blade to come to a complete stop.

NOTE: Do not remove your saw from the workpiece while the blade is still moving.

LINE-OF-CUT INDICATORS

• Line-of-cut indicator notch is provided at the front of the saw base.
• The left edge of the notch is used to follow a line when making a 0^ cut. The left edge of the notch is 1-1/4" from the outside edge of the base.
• The right edge of the notch is used to follow a line when making a 45^ bevel cut.
• Since blade thicknesses vary, it is necessary to make test cuts in scrap material, along a guideline, to determine proper alignment of the guideline within the notch to obtain an accurate cut.

USING THE LASER FEATURE

• Your saw comes with a laser guide (6-FIG 1) on the front top of the upper guard.
• The Laser feature clearly shows you an extended cutline, even over debris on the workpiece.
• Turn it on before cutting by pressing the laser On/Off button (1-FIG 1) once. Turn it off immediately after use to conserve battery and laser life.

WARNING: Laser light can cause severe eye damage. Never look directly into the laser beam. Do not point the laser beam at other people or animals, either directly or through reflective surfaces.

LED WORK LIGHT

Your tool has a built-in LED work light located inside the front of the upper guard to illuminate the work area. It automatically activates when the tool is turned on.

ELECTRIC BRAKE

This tool is equipped with an electric brake. An electric brake provides you with an element of control during various operations. If the tool consistently fails to quickly stop after the trigger switch is released, have a qualified service person examine the tool.

CAUTION: To make sawing easier and safer, be sure to move the tool forward in a straight line gently. Forcing or twisting the tool will result in overheating the motor and dangerous KICKBACK, possibly causing severe personal injury.

It's important to understand the correct technique for operating your saw and to learn what the correct and incorrect ways for handling your saw.

Equally important to working safely and realizing accurate cuts is correct preparation of the work piece and work area prior to making the first cut with the saw.

• Hold the tool firmly with both your hands.
• Avoid placing your hand on the workpiece while making a cut.
• Place the work piece with the "good" side down.
• Securely clamp the workpiece so it will not move during the cut.
• Place a clamp near the cut to further support the workpiece.
• Draw a guideline along the desired path of cut before starting your saw or the cut.

CROSS CUTTING AND RIP CUTTING

Cutting directly across the grain of a piece of wood is called cross cutting and is likely the most common type of cut done with a circular saw. Cutting wood lengthwise, or "with" the grain, is called rip cutting. However, it's most often referred to simply as ripping. Both types of cuts are performed in the same manner with the exception of the methods used to support and secure the work piece for cutting. After you have secured the work piece in position with clamps or similar devices, prepared the work area, positioned the cord so it won't be cut or become hung up, performed the saw set up adjustments, made the necessary measurements, drawn a straight guideline, and put on your eye protection, you can begin the cutting operation.

• Hold the tool firmly.
• Set the front portion of the saw's base on the work piece to be cut without the blade making any contact. Align the line-of-cut indicator notch on the right side of the base with your guideline.
• Turn the saw on by depressing the switch trigger and wait until the blade reaches full speed.
• Ease the tool forward over the work piece surface, keeping it flat and advancing smoothly while following your guideline, until sawing is completed.
• Release the switch trigger. Wait for the blade to completely stop. Check that the lower guard has returned to position surrounding the blade. Now you can safely remove the saw from the work piece and set it down out of the way.
  To achieve clean cuts, keep your sawing line straight and speed of advance uniform.
• If the cut fails to properly follow your intended cut line, do not attempt to turn or force the tool back to the cut line. Doing so may bind the blade and lead to dangerous kickback and possible serious injury. Instead, release the switch trigger, wait for the blade to stop, and then remove the tool. Realign saw on a new cut guideline and

start the cut again.
- Avoid positioning yourself so that you're in the path of chips and wood dust being ejected from the saw.

BEVEL CUTTING

Bevel cuts are made using the same technique as crosscuts and ripping described in the previous section. The difference is that the blade is set at an angle (tilted) between 0^ and 45^ .

A bevel cut made at an angle to the edge of a board is called a compound miter. Some compound cuts may require you to manually retract the lower guard to allow the blade to enter into and/or through the cut.

There are tools better suited for bevel and compound cuts than the hand held circular saw. Although the inner line-of-cut indicator notch aids the operator in following their cut guideline, the tilted motor housing, however, obstructs their ability to see the blade making accurate cuts difficult. Before taking on a project with numerous compound or bevel cuts it's suggested that the inexperienced saw user spend time making practice cuts in scrap lumber to become familiar with and overcome difficulties associated with compound/bevel cutting.

POCKET CUTS

A pocket cut is a cut that must be made inside the area of the work piece rather than starting from an outside edge and working inward. Pocket cuts can be very dangerous for the novice to attempt because of the need to manually retract the lower guard and perform a plunge cut which is potentially hazardous.

• Adjust the bevel setting to zero.
• Set the blade to the correct blade depth setting.
• Swing the lower blade guard up by using the lower blade guard lever.

NOTE: Always raise the lower blade guard with the lever to avoid serious injury.

• Hold the lower blade guard by the lever.
• Rest the front of the base flat against the work piece with the rear part of the saw elevated so the blade does not touch the work piece.
• Start the saw and let the blade reach full speed.
• Guide the saw down into the work piece 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 work piece and back toward you.

• Release the trigger and allow the blade to come to a complete stop.
• Lift the saw from the work piece.
• Repeat this procedure for the remaining sides, and then clear the corners out with a hand saw or jig saw.

WARNING:

Never tie the lower blade

guard in a raised position. Leaving the blade exposed could lead to serious injury.

MAINTENANCE

CLEANING

Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts. Most plastics are susceptible to damage from various types of commercial solvents and may be damaged by their use. Use clean cloths to remove dirt, dust, oil, grease, etc.

WARNING: Do not at any time let brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum-based products, penetrating oils, etc., come in contact with plastic parts. Chemicals can damage, weaken or destroy plastic which may result in serious personal injury.

Electric tools used on fiberglass material, wallboard, spackling compounds, or plaster are subject to accelerated wear and possible premature failure because the fiberglass chips and grindings are highly abrasive to bearings, brushes, commutators, etc. Consequently, we do not recommended using this tool for extended work on these types of materials. However, if you do work with any of these materials, it is extremely important to clean the tool using compressed air.

LUBRICATION

This tool is permanently lubricated at the factory and requires no additional lubrication.

TWO-YEAR WARRANTY

This product is warranted free from defects in material and workmanship for 2 years after date of purchase. This limited warranty does not cover normal wear and tear or damage from neglect or accident. The original purchaser is covered by this warranty and it is not transferable. Prior to returning your tool to store location of purchase, please call our Toll-Free Help Line for possible solutions.

THIS PRODUCT IS NOT WARRANTYED IF USED FOR INDUSTRIAL OR COMMERCIAL PURPOSES. ACCESSORIES INCLUDED IN THIS KIT ARE NOT COVERED BY THE 2 YEAR WARRANTY.

TOLL-FREE HELP LINE

For questions about this or any other GENESISTM Product, please call Toll-Free: 888-552-8665. Or visit our web site: www.genesispowertools.com

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Richpower Industries, Inc.

736 Hampton Road

Williamston, SC 29697

Printed in China, on recycled paper

Bloc-batterie 20V Lithium-ion, 2,0 Ah

Chargeur 120V/60Hz,1,7A

Poids net 2,6 kg

PRÉSENTATION DU PRODUIT

Richpower Industries, Inc.

736 Hampton Road

Williamston, SC USA

www.genesispowertools.com