On/off switch 2. Lock-off button 3. Shoe 4. Blade clamp release lever 5. Blade 6. Battery compartment 7. Battery release button (on battery) 1 23 4 5 6 A 7 C D E B 5 90520983 VPX1301 Cut SAW 7/19/07 3:03 PM Page 6 I G H F IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR BATTERY CHARGERS SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS: This manual contains important safety instructions for battery chargers. • Before using charger, read all instructions and cautionary markings on charger, battery pack, and product using battery pack. W

NOTE: Battery pack performance will decrease under heavy use conditions when temperature is below 32°F (0°C). As the battery cells heat up the performance will improve. INSTALLING AND REMOVING THE BATTERY PACK (FIGURE D,E) CAUTION: Make certain the lock-off button is engaged to prevent switch actuation before removing or installing battery. Installing the battery pack: Insert the metal terminal end of the battery pack into the product until you hear the lock snap into place and the VPXTM logo sh

Finally, use the special wing screw to secure the inside lower guard in position as shown in Figure 1. Test the lower guard for free operation by hand. The mitre clamp knob should now be threaded loosely into the pivot arm. Extension Cord When using the tool at a considerable distance from the power source, an extension cord of adequate size must be used for safety, and to prevent loss of power and overheating. Use the table below to determine minimum wire size required. Before using cords, i

Release the switch and allow blade to come to a complete stop. Then you can withdraw the saw, sight anew, and start a new cut slightly inside the wrong one. In any event, withdraw the saw if you must shift the cut. Forcing a correction inside the cut can stall the saw and lead to kickback. SUPPORT WORK NEAR CUT Figure 6 DON’T SUPPORT BOARD OR PANEL AWAY FROM THE CUT. Figure 7 IF SAW STALLS, RELEASE THE TRIGGER AND BACK THE SAW UNTIL IT IS LOOSE. BE SURE BLADE IS STRAIGHT IN THE CUT AND CLEA

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Failure to do so can cause stalling and kickback. Any other conditions which could result in pinching, binding, twisting, or misalignment of the blade could cause kickback. Refer to the sections on “Adjustments and Set-Up” and “Operation” for procedures and techniques that will minimize the occurrence of kickback. TOOL LUBRICATION NOTE: With a new saw, change the oil after the first 10 hours of use and once per year after that. This action will greatly extend the life of your unit. 1. Always

Decker. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WITH SAWS BRUSHES 1, Disconnect plug from power supply before changing blades, making cutting depth or cutting angle adjustments, lubricating, inspecting* or when saw is not being used. 2, When retracting thte lower blade guard, always use the retracting knob on the guard. 3, Never tie back the lower blade guard or its retracting knob, 4, When sawing never reach underneath the material for any reason, 5, Always be sure that the saw will be properly grounded befo

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Dull blades may cause the saw to swerve or stall under pressure. IF YOU DROP or damage the saw, unplug it first; then check to see if the blade and lower blade guard operate freely before resuming operations. IF SAW STALLS, release the trigger and disconnect plug from power supply before attempting to loosen the unit. MOTOR Your Black and Decker tool is powered by a B&D-built motor. Be sure your power supply agrees with voltage marked on nameplate. Volts AC means Alternating Current (25 to 6

The use of any other accessory or attachement might be hazardous. The accessories listed in this manual are available at extra cost from your local dealer or Black & Decker Service Center, A complete listing of service centers is included on the owner’s registration card packed with your tool. If you need assistance in locating any accessory, please contact: Black & Decker (U.S.) Inc. Consumer Services Department 626 Hanover Pike P.O. Box 618 Hamstead MD 21074-0618 Every Black & Decker tool i