Mastering The Circular Saw: Essential Tips, Safety Precautions, And Live Demo!

[@thequalityhome]

Hey guys! I'm new to KZbin creatorship and there's a good deal of work that goes into making these! If you like this style of content or have suggestions please leave them below! This is my first video in this "instructable" style, cutting and editing out irrelevant parts, trying to speak quickly and cover the main topic points, and speeding up segments that have no audio. It'd also help a lot if you hit this link to subscribe! --> bit.ly/2MeFZVf

[@caysonpierce2515]

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[@andersmilan6937]

@Cayson Pierce Yup, been watching on instaflixxer for months myself :)

[@morten0user]

Thank you for the fine instructions 👍

[@MysticalMe131]

THANK YOU SO MUCH. I JUST BOUGHT MY NEW DEWALT CIRCULAR SAW YESTERDAY AT HOME DEPOT. ON SALE FOR $149.00 AND TAX WAS 12.00 OR SO. I DID NOT WANT BATTERIER OPERATOR. LOOKS JUST LIKE YOURS. I NEEDED YOUR VIDEO TO HELP ME PUT MY BLADE ON. YOU REALLY TOUGHT ME ALOT ABOUT MY NEW DEWALT. I CANT WAIT TO USE IT. 😊

[@theantoniorancheras9412]

Appreciate you taking the time to make this. Got a new Dewalt saw for Father's Day and your video is very helpful.

[@nicolepretty4184]

Thanks for posting; great introduction for familiarizing those to a new saw. Keep posting tips on different jobs (angles, uses, thickness, etc.) and uses around the house and yard.

[@bornartisan2574]

Thanks man you helped me set up my saw as a first time user fitting a door. I was able to following along quite easily because when it comes to my search it was specific on the model number. Thx.

[@LadiiieS]

Thank you for the tips! I just bought a dewalt and I've never used a circular saw in my life. I'm terrified of the kickback possibly happening.

[@erlefajardo5568]

I'm in the same boat. How'd it work out for you?

[@erlefajardo5568]

@Sunny I did about a week and a half ago. Originally, I was going to wait for someone to supervise me for the first time, but I couldn't wait. I have a portable workbench with a couple of clamps that I used to secure my 2 x 4s and made sure to let the unsecured end drop to the ground. Imho, the biggest concern is to not let the wood pinch or wedge the spinning blade. Plus, don't engage the wood until the blade is spinning at full speed. I arranged for a Lowe's employee to cut my plywood to size so it would fit in my vehicle. Good luck with your project.

[@craftsmantrucker6867]

Ladii_Star1011, no you're not gonna get a kickback IF you set your Saw to the proper Cutting Depth, you have to determine and find out how thick the material that you will be cutting before you the cutting, that's why there's a depth adjustment in every circular saws depth adjustments is also one of the safety features of a circular saw.

[@Toolboss0826]

also knowing how to clamp your material so the waste side falls is a big know how as well. This is my standpoint. If you are doing mostly crosscuts then I would recommend a 6 1/2 with a blade left design cause it is easier to cut with a rafter square for a straight cut. That’s just my opinion though and I find the 7 1/4 blade right is best for ripping wood as the dust will blow away from you which is a huge plus. Always know the material you are cutting and never force the blade. Let the saw do the work and if everything is done right and slowly you should never have a kickback issue. The only time I had it is when I didn’t clamp the wood right and cut the wood in between the clamps and the saw kicked back but that was when I was first using them. Now as an experienced diyer/carpenter I always like to pass the buck along to the next person to help keep them safe as a circular saw is very dangerous when and not used properly. Always clamp your material and always keep you hands away from any blades or close to the blade. Stay safe and reply I’d you have any questions or concerns

[@patrickspooner3029]

Just got one, this video was great help on all the capabilities and features. Great job.

[@thequalityhome]

Awesome, I’m glad it was helpful!

[@SaborLatino21]

Thank you for the information. It came in very handy. We have the same saw but didn’t know how to use the settings. Usually all the cuts we did were straight, but thanks to you; we will be using it differently. We are getting ready to put new wooden steps so they will be a huge help.

[@kristinpothast]

Great introductory video, thank you! I just bought my first saw and was nervous about using it. I feel much better after watching this. Going to try it on my first project this weekend.

[@thequalityhome]

Thanks for the comment! I hope it went well!

[@anthonynunyabizness9989]

This was great. Simple, straight forward and covered all the essentials. I just wanted to feel a bit more comfortable before using the dewalt I just bought and now I feel ready to go.

[@thequalityhome]

Awesome! Glad to hear it! I've had my share of close calls using blade tools, whether it was in the shop or in the kitchen 😂. So I hope to do more "basics" or safety-oriented videos in the future.

[@shailabeal9207]

I'm new to the carpentry world and this was quite helpful! Thank you 😁

[@yuguitar93]

Thanks for the detailed instruction

[@TheCrunchbird]

I am so glad that I found your video. The manual totally sucks. Some idiot OK'd light grey type on white paper making it virtually impossible to read. Your video got me going.

[@thequalityhome]

Hey, I'm glad it helped! A lot of the information I covered came from a very old handyman book that I keep in the garage. It has a lot of solid information and history about various tools. So this was kind of a hybrid of information from that book mixed with familiarity with this particular saw.

[@MaskoftheWraith]

Fantastic video. Really informative and reassuring. Liked and subbed.

[@edselby110]

Excellent video! The lever that locks and unlocks for depth of cut is stuck in the locked postilion. Thought I’d spray some DW40 on it. Should I be worried about damaging something with the WD40? Saw is about 4 months old.

[@jinkaixue5051]

Thanks for sharing. Just got mine today.

[@thequalityhome]

I hope you enjoy it!

[@jinkaixue5051]

@@thequalityhome Yp, already.

[@somedude626]

Thanks just bought one so the info was helpful

[@thequalityhome]

No problem 👍

[@texaswhitetails1695]

Good video man.

[@Goodoldays9]

Hey Doug. What size Allen wrench do you use to adjust the calibration screw?

[@VictorEnglish-g6v]

Great video

[@thequalityhome]

Thanks!

[@123ftw1]

I am a CS student who has to use a circular saw for a DIY project. When you said you are a software engineer for a split second I thought I'm watching one of my other tutorials :D Well, if AI takes our jobs, we need a back-up plan.

[@thequalityhome]

lol! Yes it’s good to be skilled in more than one discipline. Good luck on your project and your CS degree!

[@gopisahi-sahota3692]

How do we open the bolt if it wasn’t already loose?

[@thequalityhome]

Good question! You would still use the lever at the top to lock the arbor in place, while rotating the bolt counter-clockwise with the included wrench

[@fattireale75]

@@thequalityhome it’s the blade lock lever (3) that can be found on page 1 of the manual.

[@krsone1585]

Thanks man....just pick this one up. Good vid!

[@johnlee4249]

Well done.

[@rustyscrib6071]

I've always used a circular saw that had the blade on the left side. I purchased this saw and it cuts on the right side away from me. Which seems safer, but I have to look closer because I can't see where I'm cutting and now I have sawdust blowing in my face. Not only that, but a small piece of wood blew into my face and felt like it cut my chin. Luckily, it didn't break my skin. I think I will have to purchase a dust bag, but not sure I can connect it to this saw. I never expected this, but then again maybe I'm doing something wrong.

[@thequalityhome]

Interesting... I've yet to come across a left-blade circular saw. I think it would feel more natural. Then again, would the weight of the saw rest on the side I'm about to cut off?

[@rustyscrib6071]

@@thequalityhome no, the weight is not on the piece to be cut off.

[@american_byways]

Very helpful!

[@MrAlexander336]

FYI: Blade lock lever in front of trigger handle must be depressed in order to unscrew the blade bolt

[@alondrabecerra5789]

Thank you 💜 I was now attempt to make a tiny table 🙂

[@thequalityhome]

You're welcome! Glad you enjoyed!

[@blumenaue7590]

Great video. Newbie here. Thanks….

[@JalalUddin-bi1jt]

Where can I get a workbench as shown in the video? I am new to wood working and trying to do DYI work at home. Thanks for your help in advanace.

[@thequalityhome]

Hi! I found this one at a yard sale. Black and Decker used to make these as I remember my dad having a few growing up. I doubt the quality is as good, if they’re still making them. So I would peruse Facebook Marketplace, OfferUp or similar sites to find a used one. Chances are, if it’s old enough, its durable

[@arkotk]

Thanks for the useful information. The bloobers are funny too. 😊👍🏻

[@herbertherbomoore415]

Did you adjust the 👞 with the saw still plugged up? 🤔😱🤦🏾

[@thequalityhome]

Ya know I may have! There’s a safety switch on this model though, so it requires both your thumb and forefinger. Still, best to unplug first!

[@SmartLifeSolutionsWork]

Is mine defective? I have to hold the little black oval button the entire freaking time (yet one side says unlock vs unlock) while simultaneously pressing the trigger? Very annoying. Or is it a safety feature?

[@mmount5468]

someone pleade respond to this because i have the same issue

[@idsoftware7]

Dont forget ear protection as well....

[@steverugerguy9606]

Hows your dewalt saw doing?

[@thequalityhome]

Still buttery smooth, thanks for asking!

[@loopernz]

Thanks man

[@Eger118877]

Great video! I just don't know if I can go back to a blade right circular saw. I'm right handed and I've been using a blade left for a few years now and the cut line visibility is awesome.

[@silvershadow013]

And use hearing protection

[@callan3319]

Hi that has a light

[@HeyStripes]

dude... please keep your finger OFF the trigger while adjusting the footplate that whole sequence scary!

[@sheilajenkins7514]

TO LOOSEN THE NUT TURN IT COUNTERCLOCKWISE

[@toumatouma5351]

I don’t know why I got all dirt on my head.?!?

[@thequalityhome]

Lol! I had to rewatch the video to understand this! Sorry for the sawdust!

[@kevincasson9848]

Brilliant!❤