Genesis GCS445SE User manual

4-1/2" Compact Circular Saw

Scie circulaire compacte de 115 mm

Sierra circular compacta de 4-1/2”

GCS445SE

Operator’s Manual

Manuel d’utilisation

Manual del Operario

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4-1/2" Compact Circular Saw

Operator’s Manual GCS445SE

SPECIFICATIONS

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 



 WARNING:To reduce the risk of injury, user must read and understand this

operator’s manual before operating this tool. Save this Manual for future reference.

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

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         



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Look for this symbol to point out important safety

precautions. It means attention!!! Your safety is

involved.

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:

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 

 





.

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.

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WORK AREA SAFETY

 Keep your work area clean and well lit.

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Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres



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English

 Keep bystanders, children, and visitors away while operating a power tool.



ELECTRICAL SAFETY

• Power tool plugs must match the outlet. 











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Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. 



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Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces such as pipes,

radiators, ranges and refrigerators. 



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Do not abuse the cord. 



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When operating a power tool outside, use an extension cord suitable for

outdoor use. 

•

Do not use AC only rated tools with a DC power supply. 



PERSONAL SAFETY

• Stay alert, 





•

Use safety equipment. 



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Dress properly. 





•

Avoid accidental starting. 



•

Remove any adjusting keys or wrenches before turning the power tool on.



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Do not overreach. 

.

•

If devices are provided for connection of dust extraction and collection

facilities, ensure these are connected and properly used. 



•

Do not use a ladder or unstable support. 



•

Keep tool handles dry, clean and free from oil and grease. 



TOOL USE AND CARE

• Secure the work piece. 



•

Do not force the power tool. 



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Use the correct power tool for the job. 



English

4-1/2" Compact Circular Saw

Operator’s Manual GCS445SE

• Do not use tool if switch does not turn it on or off. 

.

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Turn power tool off, and disconnect the plug 

. 

.

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Store idle tool out of reach of children and other inexperienced persons. 



•

Maintain power tools with care. 





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Use recommended accessories. 

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Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. 

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Feed the work piece in the correct direction and speed. 

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

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Never leave the tool running unattended, turn the power off. 

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• Never start the power tool when any rotating component is in contact with

the work piece.

WARNING: Use of this tool can generate and disburse dust or other airborne

particles, including wood dust, crystalline silica dust and asbestos. Direct particles

away from face and body. Always operate tool in a well-ventilated area and provide

for proper dust removal. Use dust collection system wherever possible. Exposure

to the dust may cause serious and permanent respiratory or other injury, including

silicosis (a serious lung disease), cancer, and death. Avoid breathing the dust, and

avoid prolonged contact with the dust. Allowing dust to get into your mouth or eyes,

or lay on your skin may promote absorption of harmful material. Always use properly

ﬁtting NIOSH/OSHA approved respiratory protection appropriate for dust exposure,

and wash exposed areas with soap and water.

SERVICE

 Have your power tool serviced by a qualiﬁed repair person

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. 

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Service your power tool periodically. 



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EXTENSION CORDS

Grounded tools require a three wire extension cord.

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English

Guidelines for Using Extension Cords

 

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SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES FOR 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 unsafe or incorrectly, you can suffer serious personal injury!

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Hold the tool by insulated gripping surfaces

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DANGER! Keep hands away from cutting area and blade.

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





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CAUTION:



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Check lower guard for proper closing before each use.

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













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Check the operation and condition of the lower guard spring.







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Lower guard should be retracted manually only for special cuts 

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





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Always observe that the lower guard is covering the blade







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NEVER hold piece being cut in your hands or across your leg

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



Recommended Minimum Wire Gauge for Extension Cords (120 Volt)

Nameplate

Amperes

(At Full Load)

Extension Cord Length

25 Feet 50 Feet 75 Feet 100 Feet 150 Feet 200 Feet

0–2.0      

2.1–3.4      

3.5–5.0      

5.1–7.0      

7.1–12.0      

12.1–16.0      

16.1–20.0      

English

4-1/2" Compact Circular Saw

Operator’s Manual GCS445SE

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When ripping, always use a rip fence or straight edge guide

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



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Always use blades with correct size





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Never use damaged or incorrect blade washers or bolts.



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Causes and operator prevention of Kickback:



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Do not leave the tool running. 

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When operating the tool from an elevated position

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Always hold the tool ﬁrmly in your hands before switching the tool “ON”.

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Wear eye and hearing protection.

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

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Protect your lungs.

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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.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

English

SYMBOLS

Some of the following symbols may appear on this product. Study these symbols and

learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow for more efﬁcient

and safer operation of this product.

SYMBOL DESCRIPTION SYMBOL DESCRIPTION

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

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







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

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

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



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



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

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 

This symbol designates that this

product is listed with U.S. and

Canada requirements by ETL

testing Laboratories, Inc.

English

4-1/2" Compact Circular Saw

Operator’s Manual GCS445SE

KNOWING YOUR CIRCULAR SAW

UNPACKING AND 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.

CONTENTS IN PACKAGE

Description Q'ty Description Q'ty

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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 

 

 

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FIG 1

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    

   

  

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  

English

ASSEMBLY AND ADJUSTMENTS

WARNING: Always be sure that the tool is switched off and unplugged before

adjusting, adding accessories, or checking a function on the tool.

WARNING: 4-1/2” 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.

BLADE INSTALLATION ( FIG 2,3,4 )

• 

•       



•



•

•     





•

•

•



REMOVING THE BLADE (FIG 2,3,4)

 

 



 



 

 

 

ADJUSTING THE DEPTH OF CUT (FIG 5)

 

 

 



 OR

 









 

NOTE



BEVEL ANGLE ADJUSTMENT (FIG 5)

 

 

 

 



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English

4-1/2" Compact Circular Saw

Operator’s Manual GCS445SE

LINE-OF-CUT INDICATORS



 

 

 



INSTALLING THE RIP GUIDE (FIG 6)







      









 

 



 

 



WARNING: To avoid personal injury and damage to the work piece, extend the

rip guide through all slots on the base.

INSTALLING THE VACUUM ADAPTOR HOSE (FIG 7)

   





           







OPERATION

STARTING AND STOPPING THE SAW (FIG 8)

WARNING: Before plugging in the tool,

always check to see that the tool is switched off.

Accidently starting the saw could cause personal

injury.

To start the saw



NOTE: 



WARNING: The blade coming into contact with the work piece before reaching

full speed could cause your saw to KICKBACK towards you resulting in serious personal

injury.

To stop the saw, 

NOTE: D

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APPLICATION

CAUTION:

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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.

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DANGER: 

If, while operating the saw, the cord hangs up on the work piece or

other object during a cut, release the switch trigger immediately. Unplug the saw and

reposition the cord to prevent it from hanging up again.

CROSS CUTTING AND RIP CUTTING

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BEVEL CUTTING

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English

4-1/2" Compact Circular Saw

Operator’s Manual GCS445SE

POCKET CUTS



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NOTE:

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 

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.

 

 

 

WARNING:Never tie the lower blade guard in a raised position. Leaving the

blade exposed could lead to serious injury.

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