44
10.2 Fitting the rear stabiliser and workpiece sup-
ports
• When the saw is not fitted to a bench or board,
always fit the rear stabiliser (43) into the two sta-
biliser mounting holes (41). The stabiliser helps
prevent the saw from tipping in use. The Stabiliser
is secured with a screw on one side only (provided)
underneath the table.
• Loosen the workpiece support knobs (24) and fit a
workpiece support (25) to both sides of the saw and
retighten the screws if not pre-fitted.
10.3 Dust extraction
• The dust bag (33) fits over the dust port (1). For
most efficient operation, empty the dust bag when it
is no more than half full; this allows better air flow
through the bag.
• Optimal dust extraction is achieved by connecting
a dust extraction system or vacuum cleaner to the
Dust port. A dust port adaptor may be required to fit
your dust extraction connection.
10.4 Transportation
• Fit the carrying handle (47) using the 2 carrying
handle screws (48) if not pre-fitted.
• When transporting the saw, only use the carrying
handle and rear carrying handle (42) if the saw is
detached from a board or bench and no material
is clamped to the base. When the saw is mounted
to another surface, move by holding the board or
bench only and keep the tool upright. The saw
can be stored and transported with the cutter head
lowered and secured by the latching pin (46);
however, there is a small risk that vibration in trans-
it could cause the latching pin to move allowing the
cutter head to rise.
10.5 Fitting and removing the blade
WARNING: Never fit and use a blade that is visibly
damaged, deformed or has dull or missing teeth.
WARNING: Wear gloves when handling blades.
WARNING: Never attempt to use a blade larger than
the stated capacity of the saw, as it might come into
contact with the blade guards. Never use a blade that
is too thick to allow the outer blade washer to engage
with the flats on the spindle; it will prevent the blade
screw from properly securing the blade on the spindle.
WARNING: Do not use the saw to cut metal or ma-
sonry unless the saw blade is specifically designed for
that material and any dust or swarf can be correctly
and safely removed in use.
WARNING: Ensure any spacers and spindle rings
that may be required are provided by the manufacturer
of the blade or confirmed as compatible.
WARNING: Never fit and use a blade made from
high speed steel (HSS).
IMPORTANT: Even if the blade is pre-fitted, if this
is the first use of the tool always check the blade is se-
curely fitted before use.
NOTE: Cutter head is a description of the section of
the tool incorporating the motor, blade assembly and
pivoting arm. On a sliding mitre saw it is the section
that traverses the pole arm or arms.
1. Disconnect the mains cable from the mains socket.
2. Slide the latching pin (46) out so the cutter head can
be raised.
3. Press the release lever (5) and lower the cutter head
using the operating handle (4) to the lowest point
with the teeth of the saw blade (10) entering the blade
channel (12).
4. Slide the latching pin in to hold the cutter head in
this lowered position.
5. Loosen the blade panel screws (55 & 57) so the bla-
de panel (56) can be moved slightly for clear access to
the blade bolt (53).
6. Press the spindle lock (9) and rotate the blade until
the spindle locks.
7. Use the blade hex key (68) to remove the blade bolt,
blade washer (52) (if fitted) and blade flange (51).
NOTE: The mounting has a LH thread so rotate the
hex key clockwise to unscrew the bolt.
8. While holding the operating handle move the Lat-
ching Pin so the cutter head can be raised slightly so
the existing blade can be removed.
9. Check the saw blade that will be fitted to ensure it
is not heavily worn, bent or damaged and no teeth are
missing.
10. Check the blade direction indicator (54) matches
the Rotation Indicator (8). The teeth must point down
towards the workpiece and the maximum rpm speed
stated on the blade label (50) must match or exceed
that of the no load speed of the saw (see specification).
11. Check the blade mounting is clean and clear of
swarf and dust and fit the blade into the recess and
onto the blade mounting.
12. Press the spindle lock and refit the blade flange,
Blade washer and blade bolt and tighten securely anti-
clockwise without over-tightening. Do not leave the
blade hex key in the bolt after tightening.
13. Move the blade panel back into position and tigh-
ten the blade panel screws.
14. Check the normal operation of the rotating blade
guard (11) by pressing the release lever and moving the
cutter head up and down with the operating handle.
15. Reconnect to mains power and run the saw for a
short time to make sure the blade is rotating and ope-
rating correctly.
10.6 Depth adjustment
The mitre saw is fitted with a master depth adjustment
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