MaxPro PROFESSIONAL MPCS1300 Manual Del Usuario página 5

f) When ripping always use a rip fence or straight edge guide. This improves the accuracy of cut and
reduces the chance of blade binding.
g) Always use blades with correct size and shape (diamond versus round) of arbour holes. Blades that do
not match the mounting hardware of the saw will run eccentrically, causing loss of control.
h) Never use damaged or incorrect blade washers or bolt. The blade washers and bolt were specially
designed for your saw, for optimum performance and safety of operation.
2) KICKBACK CAUSES AND RELATED WARNINGS
• Kickback is a sudden reaction to a pinched, bound or misaligned saw blade, causing an uncontrolled saw
to lift up and out of the workpiece toward the operator
• When the blade is pinched or bound tightly by the kerf closing down, the blade stalls and the motor
reaction drives the unit rapidly back toward the operator
• If the blade becomes twisted or misaligned in the cut, the teeth at the back edge of the blade can
dig into the top surface of the wood causing the blade to climb out of the kerf and jump back towards
operator • Kickback is the result of tool misuse and/or incorrect operating procedures or conditions and
can be avoided by taking proper precautions as given below
a) Maintain a firm grip with both hands on the saw and position your arms to resist kickback forces.
Position your body to either side of the blade, but not in line with the blade. Kickback could cause the
saw to jump backwards, but kickback forces can be controlled by the operator, if proper precautions are
taken.
b) When blade is binding, or when interrupting a cut for any reason, release the trigger and hold the saw
motionless in the material until the blade comes to a complete stop. Never attempt to remove the saw
from the work or pull the saw backwards while the blade is in motion or kickback may occur. Investigate
and take corrective actions to eliminate the cause of blade binding. Avoid cutting nails or screws.
c) When restarting a saw in the workpiece, centre the saw blade in the kerf and check that saw teeth
are not engaged into the material. If saw blade is binding, it may walk up or kickback from the workpiece
as the saw is restarted.
d) Support large panels to minimise the risk of blade pinching and kickback. Large panels tend to sag
under their own weight. Supports must be placed under the panel on both sides, near the line of cut and
near the edge of the panel.
e) Do not use dull or damaged blades. Unsharpened or improperly set blades produce narrow kerf
causing excessive friction, blade binding and kickback.
f) Blade depth and bevel adjusting locking levers must be tight and secure before making cut. If blade
adjustment shifts while cutting, it may cause binding and kickback.
g) Use extra caution when sawing into existing walls or other blind areas. The protruding blade may cut
objects that can cause kickback.
3) LOWER GUARD FUNCTION
a) Check lower guard for proper closing before each use. Do not operate the saw if lower guard does
not move freely and close instantly. Never clamp or tie the lower guard into the open position. If saw
is accidentally dropped, lower guard may be bent. Disconnect the plug, raise the lower guard with the
retracting handle and make sure it moves freely and does not touch the blade or any other part, in all
angles and depths of cut.
b) Check the operation of the lower guard spring. If the guard and the spring are not operating properly,
they must be serviced before use. Lower guard may operate sluggishly due to damaged parts, gummy
deposits, or a build-up of debris.
c) Lower guard should be retracted manually only for special cuts such as plunge cuts and compound
cuts. Raise lower guard by retracting handle and as soon as blade enters the material, the lower guard
must be released. For all other sawing, the lower guard should operate automatically.
d) Always observe that the lower guard is covering the blade before placing saw down on bench or floor.
An unprotected, coasting blade will cause the saw to walk backwards, cutting whatever is in its path. Be
aware of the time it takes for the blade to stop after switch is released.
ADDITIONAL SAFETY WARNINGS
• This tool should not be used by people under the age of 16 years
• This tool is not suitable for wet cutting
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• Always disconnect plug from power source before making any adjustment or changing any accessory
• Never use the tool when cord is damaged; have it replaced by a qualified person
• Do not work materials containing asbestos (asbestos is considered carcinogenic)
• Dust from material such as paint containing lead, some wood species, minerals and metal may be
harmful (contact with or inhalation of the dust may cause allergic reactions and/or respiratory diseases to
the operator or bystanders); wear a dust mask and work with a dust extraction device when connectable
• Certain kinds of dust are classified as carcinogenic (such as oak and beech dust) especially in conjunction
with additives for wood conditioning; wear a dust mask and work with a dust extraction device when
connectable
• Follow the dust-related national requirements for the materials you want to work with
• Only use a saw table provided with a switch that prevents restarting of the motor after interruption of
voltage
• Only use a saw table provided with a kerf guide
ACCESSORIES
• Maxpro can assure flawless functioning of the tool only when original accessories are used
• Use only accessories with an allowable speed matching at least the highest no-load speed of the tool
• Only use saw blades with a hole diameter which fits the tool spindle without play
• Be aware of the following when using a saw blade with reducer ring included
! only use the reducer ring mounted in the saw blade
- before mounting the saw blade always ensure that the reducer ring is firmly fixed
- the use of other loose reducer rings (which are not made according to Maxpro's specifications) can lead
to hazardous situations
• Never use saw blades made of high speed steel (HSS)
• Never use grinding/cutting discs with this tool
BEFORE USE
• Always check that the supply voltage is the same as the voltage indicated on the nameplate of the tool
(tools with a rating of 230V or 240V can also be connected to a 220V supply)
• Avoid damage that can be caused by screws, nails and other elements in your workpiece; remove them
before you start working
• Remove all obstacles on top of as well as underneath the cutting path before you start cutting
• Secure the workpiece (a workpiece clamped with clamping devices or in a vice is held more securely
than by hand)
• Use suitable detectors to find hidden utility lines or call the local utility company for assistance (contact
with electric lines can lead to fire or electrical shock; damaging a gas line can result in an explosion;
penetrating a water pipe will cause property damage or an electrical shock)
• Use completely unrolled and safe extension cords with a capacity of 16 Amps (U.K. 13 Amps)
DURING USE
• The noise level when working can exceed 85 dB(A); wear ear protection
• Never use the tool without the original protection guard system
• Do not attempt to cut extremely small workpieces
• Do not work overhead with the tool
• In case of jamming or electrical or mechanical malfunction, immediately switch off the tool and
disconnect the plug
• If the cord is damaged or cut through while working, do not touch the cord, but immediately disconnect
the plug
AFTER USE
• When you put away the tool, switch off the motor and ensure that all moving parts have come to a
complete standstill
• After switching off your circular saw, never stop the rotation of the saw blade by a lateral force applied
against it
WHEN CONNECTING NEW 3-PIN PLUG (U.K. ONLY):
• Do not connect the blue (= neutral) or brown (= live) wire in the cord of this tool to the earth terminal of
the plug
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