Craftsman 28195 Product Manual - Page 19

8. Keep the blade at the correct depth setting. The depth setting should not exceed 1/4 inch below the material being cut (Fig. 6). Be sure that the blade depth and adjusting locking levers are tight and secure before making a cut. If blade adjustment shifts while cutting, it may cause binding and Kickback. Fig. 6 I Correct Blade Depth KICKBACK I Blade is Set Too Deep 9. 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. STARTING/STOPPING THE SAW To start the saw: Depress the trigger switch (Fig. 7). Fig. 7 Always allow the blade to reach full speed, and then guide the saw into the workpiece. To stop the saw: Release the trigger switch. After you release the trigger switch, allow the blade to come to a complete stop. Do not remove the saw from the workpiece while the blade is moving. Trigger Switch 28195 Manual_Revised_07-0623 Page 19