master mechanic 134455 User Manual

18V 5-1/2" CORDLESS
CIRCULAR SAW
134455
Owner’s Manual
Manufactured For and Distributed By
True Value® Company, Chicago, IL
©2011 True Value Company
Made in China
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
CIRCULAR SAW
Battery:
18V Ni-Cd
Speed:
3,800 RPM (no load)
Blade:
5 1/2" (14.0 cm) , 3/8" (10 mm) arbor,
24 carbide teeth
Maximum cutting depth:
1 9/16" (39.7 mm) at 90°
1 1/8" (28.6 mm) at 45°
Bevel gauge:
0°–50°
Weight:
5 lb 5 oz (2.4 kg) without battery
BATTERY & CHARGER
Battery voltage:
18V
Charger:
1 Hour, Class 2
Charger input:
120V AC, 60Hz, 60W
Charger output:
18V DC, 2.2 AMP
Need Assistance?
Call us on our toll free customer support line:
1-866-349-8665 Monday – Friday from 9am to 5pm
Eastern Standard Time
 Technical questions
 Replacement parts
 Parts missing from package
NOTE: The 18V Compact
Cordless 2 Piece Tool Kit
(Drill/Driver and Circular
Saw) #134474.
Included Accessories:
1-Hour Fast Charger
#134457
2-18V Ni-Cd Batteries
#134458
2-Double Ended
(Phillips/Slotted) Driver Bits
Custom Tote
5½” - 24 Tooth Carbide Tip
Blade
Blade Change Wrench
Adjustable Rip Fence

master mechanic 134455 Specifications

General

Brand	master mechanic
Model	134455
Category	Saw
Language	English

Summary

Product Specifications

General Safety Warnings

Eye, Ear, and Lung Protection

Emphasizes wearing safety goggles and hearing protection during tool operation.

Electrical Safety and Fire Hazards

Covers electrical safety, circuit protection, and warnings about overheating and fire.

Power Tool Safety

Work Area and Personal Safety

Tool Use, Care, and Battery Safety

Specific Safety Rules

Safe Saw Operation Practices

Rules for understanding the saw, handling, and blade safety.

Kickback Prevention and Guarding

Explains kickback causes, prevention methods, and proper guard operation.

Blade Installation and Laser Safety

Instructions for blade handling, installation, and laser safety precautions.

Battery & Charger Safety

Battery Charging and Usage

Guidelines for safe battery charging, charger use, and temperature limits.

Know Your Circular Saw

Saw Component Identification

Assembly and Operating

Charging the Battery Pack

Step-by-step guide for charging the 18V Ni-Cd battery using the provided charger.

Installing Battery and Blade

Procedures for installing the battery pack and replacing the saw blade.

Setting Cutting Depth

Instructions for adjusting the blade depth to match material thickness for precise cuts.

Bevel Cutting

Setting the 0° Stop

Lock-out and Trigger Switches

General Cutting Procedure

Aligning Cuts

Rip Guide Cutting

Maintenance and Care

Servicing and Cleaning Precautions

Parts List

Ordering Replacement Parts