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Place the workpiece flat on the table with one
edge securely against the fence (11). If the
board is warped, place the convex side against
the fence. If the concave side is placed against
the fence, the board could break and jam the
blade.
When cutting long pieces of timber, support the
opposite end of the timber with side support
bars, a roller stand or a work surface that is level
with the saw table.
Before turning on the saw, perform a dry run of
the cutting operation to check that there are no
problems such as a clamp interfering with the
cutting action.
Hold the operating handle (3) firmly and
squeeze the switch trigger (16). Allow the blade
to reach maximum speed.
Press the release latch (17) and slowly lower the
blade into and through the workpiece.
Release the switch trigger (16) and allow the
saw blade to stop rotating before raising the
blade out of the workpiece. Wait until the blade
stops before removing the workpiece.
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COMPOUND MITRE CUT
WARNING. When making any adjustment to
your work, ensure that the blade is stationary
and keep your hands away from the area of the
switch.
If possible, always use a clamping device such
as a ‘G” clamp to secure your workpiece.
When cutting your workpiece, keep your hands
well away from the blade area.
Do not remove a cut-off piece on the right-hand
side of the blade using your left hand.
A compound mitre cut involves using a mitre
angle and a bevel angle at the same time.
It is used in making picture frames, to cut
mouldings, making boxes with sloping sides
and for roof framing. Always make a test cut on
a piece of scrap wood before cutting into the
good material.
Pull on the release knob (2) and lift the saw arm
to its full height.
Loosen the mitre locks (15).
Rotate the mitre table (12) until the pointer aligns
with the desired angle on the mitre scale (13).
Retighten the mitre locks (15).
WARNING. Be sure to tighten the mitre lock
before making a cut. Failure to do so could
result in the table moving during the cut,
causing serious personal injury.
Loosen the bevel lock (7) and move the saw
arm (1) to the left to the desired bevel angle
(between 0º and 45º). Tighten the bevel lock (7).
Place the workpiece flat on the table with one
edge securely against the fence (11). If the
board is warped, place the convex side against
the fence. If the concave side is placed against
the fence, the board could break and jam the
blade.
When cutting long pieces of timber, support the
opposite end of the timber with the side support
bars, a roller stand or a work surface that is level
with the saw table.
Before turning on the saw, perform a dry run of
the cutting operation to check that there are no
problems such as a clamp interfering with the
cutting action.
Hold the operating handle (3) and firmly and
squeeze the switch trigger (16). Allow the blade
to reach maximum speed.
Press the release latch (17) and slowly lower the
blade into and through the workpiece.
Release the switch trigger (16) and allow the
saw blade to stop rotating before raising the
blade out of the workpiece. Wait until the blade
stops before removing the workpiece.
VI - Maintenance
and repair
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CHANGING A BLADE
DANGER.
Never try to use a blade larger than the stated
capacity of the saw. 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.
Do not use the saw to cut metal or masonry.
Ensure that any spacers and spindle rings that
may be required suit the spindle and the blade
fitted.
Always wear sturdy gloves when handling or
changing blades as they can be very sharp.
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Make sure that the electrical plug is removed
from the power point.
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Push down on the operating handle (3) and pull
the release knob (2) to disengage the saw arm
(1).
Raise the saw arm (1) to its highest position.
Using a Phillips head screwdriver loosen and
remove the Phillips head screw that secures the
guard retraction arm (6) to the rotating blade
guard (5).
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Using a Phillips head screwdriver loosen the
Phillips head screw that secures the blade bolt
cover (19).
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Pull the rotating blade guard (5) down then
swing it up together with the blade bolt cover
(19). When the rotating blade guard (5) is
positioned over the upper fixed blade guard (4)
it is possible to access the blade bolt.
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Hold the rotating guard (5) up and press the
spindle lock button (18). Rotate the blade until
the spindle locks.
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Use the 6mm hex key provided to loosen and
remove the blade bolt. (Loosen in a clockwise
direction as the blade screw has a left hand
thread).
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Remove the flat washer, outer blade washer and
the blade.
Wipe a drop of oil onto the inner blade washer
and the outer blade washer where they contact
the blade.
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Fit the new blade onto the spindle taking care
that the inner blade washer sits behind the
blade.
CAUTION. To ensure correct blade rotation,
always install the blade with the arrow printed
on the side of the blade indicating the same
direction as the arrow stamped on upper
blade guard.
Replace the outer blade washer.
Depress the spindle lock button (18) and
replace the flat washer and blade bolt.
Use the 6mm hex key to tighten the blade bolt
securely (tighten in an anti-clockwise direction).
Lower the blade guard, hold the rotating lower
blade guard (5) and blade bolt cover (19) in
position and tighten the fixing screw to secure
the blade bolt cover in position.
Replace the guard retraction arm (6) and secure
onto the rotating blade guard (5).
Check that the blade guard operates correctly
and covers the blade as the saw arm is lowered.
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Connect the saw to the power supply and run
the blade to make certain that it is operating
correctly.
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MAINTENANCE
Always ensure that the tool is switched off and
the plug is removed from the power socket
before making any adjustments or maintenance
procedures.
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Keep the tool’s air vents unclogged and clean
at all times.
Regularly check to see if any dust or foreign
matter has entered the grills near the motor
and around the trigger switch. Use a soft brush
to remove any accumulated dust. Wear safety
glasses to protect your eyes whilst cleaning.
Re-lubricate all moving parts at regular
intervals.
If the body of the saw needs cleaning, wipe it
with a soft damp cloth. A mild detergent can
be used but nothing like alcohol, petrol or other
cleaning agent.
Never use caustic agents to clean plastic parts
CAUTION. Water must never come into contact
with the saw.
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GENERAL INSPECTION
Regularly check that all the fixing screws are
tight. They may vibrate loose over time.
If the supply cord needs replacing, the task
must be carried out by the manufacturer, the
manufacturer’s agent, or an authorised service
centre in order to avoid a safety hazard.
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