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into the material. If a saw blade binds, 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.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR PLUNGE TYPE
SAW
GUARD FUNCTION
a) Check guard for proper closing before each use. Do not
operate the saw if guard does not move freely and enclose
the blade instantly. Never clamp or tie the guard so that
the blade is exposed. If saw is accidentally dropped, guard
may be bent. Check to make sure that guard moves freely and
does not touch the blade or any other part, in all angles and
depths of cut.
b) Check the operation and condition of the guard return
spring. If the guard and the spring are not operating
properly, they must be serviced before use. The guard may
operate sluggishly due to damaged parts, gummy deposits, or a
build-up of debris.
c) Assure that the base plate of the saw will not shift while
performing the "plunge cut" . Blade shifting sideways will
cause binding and likely kick back.
d) Always observe that the 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 RULES FOR YOUR CIRCULAR SAW
1. Use only saw blades recommended by the manufacturer, which
conform to EN 847-1, if intended for wood and analogous
materials.
2. Do not use any abrasive wheels.
3. Use only blade diameter(s) in accordance with the markings.
4. Identify the correct saw blade to be used for the material to be cut.
5. Use only saw blades that are marked with a speed equal or
higher than the speed marked on the tool.
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Warning
Double insulation
EN
Wear ear protection
Wear eye protection
Wear dust mask
Waste electrical products must not be disposed of
with household waste. Please recycle where facilities
exist. Check with your local authorities or retailer for
recycling advice.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
NOTE: Before using the tool, read the instruction book
carefully.
INTENDED USE
The machine is intended for lengthways and crossways cutting of
wood with straight cutting lines as well as bevel angles to 45° while
resting firmly on the work piece.
1. FITTING/CHANGING A SAW BLADE (SEE FIG. A1-A3)
Press the spindle lock button and use the hex key to loosen and
remove the blade bolt. Remove the washer and the outer flange.
Rotate the lower blade guard clockwise by pushing the guard lever to
take out the old blade. Fit a replaced blade. Ensure that the blade bore
is located on the inner flange (a) and the blade direction arrow points
in the same direction as the fixed guard arrow. Place the outer flange
the washer and the blade bolt onto the blade bore. Press the spindle
lock again and use the hex key to tighten the bolt. Check if the blade
is securely clamped.
WARNING: Blade teeth are very sharp. For best cutting results
ensure you use a saw blade suited to the material and cut
quality you need.
2. DEPTH OF CUT ADJUSTMENT (SEE FIG. B)
Lift the depth of cut lock lever and raise the saw body away from
the base plate. Set the depth of cut with the scale and push the lever
down to lock. Always add 3mm to your depth of cut so that the blade
can cut through the material.
3. BASE PLATE ANGLE ADJUSTMENT (SEE FIG. C1, C2)
Turn the base plate bevel lock in anti-clockwise direction to loosen
the angle scale. Tilt the base plate away from the machine until the
required cutting angle is adjusted on the angle scale. Tighten the bevel
lock by turning it in clockwise direction. Do not use the depth of cut
scale when making bevel cuts due to possible inaccuracy.
4. DUST EXTRACTION OUTLET (SEE FIG. D)
Fasten the vacuum adapter onto the dust extraction outlet until it
latches. Additionally fasten the vacuum adapter to the fixed guard
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