CAUSES AND OPERATOR
PREVENTION OF KICKBACKS
• 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 rapidely 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 at the operator.
• Kickback is the result of tool 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 body and arm to allow
you to resist Kickback forces. Kickback forces can be controlled by the operator if
proper precautions are taken.
• When blade is binding or when interrup- ting 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 measures to
eliminate the cause of blade binding.
• When restarting a saw in the workpiece, center the saw blade in the kerf and check that
the saw teeth are not engaged into the material. If the 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 panels
tend to sag under their own weight. Support 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 blade. 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
cut. If blade adjustment shifts while cutting, it may cause binding and Kickback.
Use extra caution when making a “Pocket Cut” into existing walls or other blind areas. The
protruding blade may cut objects that can cause Kickback.
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF KICKBACK:
• Keep a firm grip on the saw with both hands at all times.
• Stay alert-exercise control.
• Support long overhanging materials. As the material is cut and weakens, it will sag,
causing a pinched blade.
• Support large panels. Material supported only at the ends will to blade pinching.
LITHIUM-ION BATTERY &
CHARGER INFORMATION
WARNING: The warnings, cautions, and instructions discussed in this instruction manual
cannot cover all possible conditions and situations that may occur. It must be understood
by the operator that common sense and caution are factors which cannot be built into this
product, but must be supplied by the operator. Do not plug in charger or install battery into
Hammer Drill until you have read and understood this instruction manual.
King Canada offers a variety of 20V max Lithium-ion Power Tools which can all use the
same battery and battery charger. The obvious advantage is not having to purchase
separate batteries and chargers for each tool. (Battery and charger sold separately).
Available batteries and charger for this 20V max Li-ion Circular saw:
• 1.3 Ah 20V max Lithium-ion battery (Model K-020LBT)
• 3.0 Ah 20V max Lithium-ion battery (Model K-023LBT-3)
• 20V max Lithium-ion battery charger (Model K-020LCG)
Charging any other battery may damage the charger and possibly cause serious injury.
Battery and Charger Safety Precautions
1) Do not store or carry battery in a way which metal objects could contact the exposed
metal end of the battery. The battery could short-circuit causing a fire, personal injury
and damage to the battery.
2) Never attempt to open the battery for any reason. If battery housing has cracked,
discontinue use immediately and do not try to recharge it. Dispose of battery.
3) Never charge a wet battery or a battery that shows signs of corrosion.
4) Do not use an extension cord with the charger, plug charger directly into a 120V AC
receptacle.
5) Do not use charger if power cord is damaged, replace damaged cord or charger.
6) Do not charge battery when work area or the battery temperature is or below 0
0
C or
above 45
0
C.
7) Unplug charger when not in use.
8) It is important to recycle or dispose of battery properly at your nearest battery
recycling location.
9) The contents of the battery is slightly acidic, do not incinerate the battery, it can
explode in a fire.
10) A small leakage from the battery may occur under extreme usage, charging or
temperature conditions. This does not indicate a battery failure. However, if the battery
housing is cracked and leakage gets on your skin, follow these steps;
-Wash with soap immediately.
-Neutralize area with mild acid such as vinegar or lemon juice.
-If leakage gets into your eyes, flush with clean water for a minimum of 10 minutes, then
seek medical attention.
Lithium-ion Battery
Lithium-ion batteries do not have a memory and do not require to be completely
discharged periodically. After use, charge battery so that it is fully charged for the next time
you use this tool. A fully charged battery will only loose about 2% of its charge per month
during storage.