How do you change the depth on a Makita circular saw?
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Thereof, how do you change the blade on a Makita circular saw?
Be sure the blade is installed with teeth pointing up at the front of the tool. Use only the Makita wrench to install or remove the blade. To remove the blade, press the shaft lock so that the blade cannot revolve and use the wrench to loosen the hex bolt clockwise. Then remove the hex bolt, outer flange and blade.
One may also ask, why does my circular saw get stuck? If your hand is asserting a sideways pressure that will cause binding and the saw will stop. Even a slight sideways pressure combined with dirty/dull blade will cause stoppage. When I first starting using my circular saw, 80% of the time I forgot to adjust the depth of cut, making it work harder than it needed to.
Correspondingly, what depth can a circular saw cut?
Circular Saws Parts And Features. These have indicators on them, ?that ?tell you ?what ?depth your cut will be. These can range from 0" and go as deep as 2.75" but usually the maximum depth is around 2.5" or so for most models.
Can I put a diamond blade on a circular saw?
Diamond Blades These types of blades sport a metal blade that's coupled with a diamond or metal composite. Purchasing a diamond blade for your 7″ circular saw can be an ample investment, but you can be sure that it will outlast an abrasive-type blade – it's a perfect choice for those that cut a lot of concrete.