Skil 5740 CA: 2) ELECTRICAL SAFETY INTRODUCTION TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 1 TOOL ELEMENTS 3) PERSONAL SAFETY SAFETY GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1) WORK AREA SAFETY 4) POWER TOOL USE AND CARE

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2) ELECTRICAL SAFETY

a) Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never

modify the plug in any way. Do not use any adapter

Circular saw 5740

plugs with earthed (grounded) power tools.

Unmodied plugs and matching outlets will reduce risk of

INTRODUCTION

electric shock.

b) Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded

• This tool is intended for lengthways and crossways

surfaces such as pipes, radiators, ranges and

cutting of wood with straight cuts as well as angle cuts up

refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric

to 45°; with the appropriate saw blades also non-ferrous

shock if your body is earthed or grounded.

metals, light building materials and plastics can be cut

c) Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions.

• This tool is not intended for professional use

Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of

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electric shock.

d) Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 1

carrying, pulling or unplugging the power tool. Keep

cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving

TOOL ELEMENTS

parts. Damaged or entangled cords increase the risk of

A Hex key

electric shock.

B Storage

e) When operating a power tool outdoors, use an

C Lower guard

extension cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of a cord

D Lever for opening lower guard

suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock.

E Upper guard

f) If operating a power tool in a damp location is

F Clamping surface

unavoidable, use an earth leakage circuit breaker.

G Blade bolt

Use of an earth leakage circuit breaker reduces the risk

H Knob for adjusting cutting depth

of electric shock.

J Foot plate

3) PERSONAL SAFETY

K Cutting depth indicator

a) Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use

L Knob for adjusting cutting angle

common sense when operating a power tool. Do not

M Cutting angle indicator

use a power tool while you are tired or under the

N Tab for adjusting 90° cutting angle

influence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment

P Saw line visor

of inattention while operating power tools may result in

Q Extension for vacuum cleaner

serious personal injury.

R Rear handle

b) Use personal protective equipment. Always wear

S Front handle

eye protection. Protective equipment such as dust

T Safety switch

mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing

U Trigger switch

protection used for appropriate conditions will reduce

V Rip fence

personal injuries.

W Knob for adjusting rip fence

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

SAFETY

the tool. Carrying power tools with your nger on the

GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

switch or energising power tools that have the switch on

invites accidents.

WARNING! Read all safety warnings and all

d) Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning

instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and instructions

the power tool on. A wrench or a key left attached to a

may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury. Save

rotating part of the power tool may result in personal injury.

all warnings and instructions for future reference. The

e) Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance

term “power tool” in the warnings refers to your mains-

at all times. This enables better control of the power tool

operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated (cordless)

in unexpected situations.

power tool.

f) Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or

jewelry. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves away

1) WORK AREA SAFETY

from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry or long hair

a) Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark

can be caught in moving parts.

areas invite accidents.

g) If devices are provided for the connection of dust

b) Do not operate power tools in explosive

extraction and collection facilities, ensure these are

atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable

connected and properly used. Use of dust collection

liquids, gases or dust. Power tools create sparks which

can reduce dust-related hazards.

may ignite the dust or fumes.

4) POWER TOOL USE AND CARE

c) Keep children and bystanders away while operating

a) Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power

a power tool. Distractions can cause you to lose control.

tool for your application. The correct power tool will do

the job better and safer at the rate for which it was

designed.