b) Check the spring function of the re-
tracting blade guard. If the retract i ng
blade guard and the spring do not op-
erate properly, have the machine serv-
iced before using. The retracting blade
guard may operate sluggish due to dam-
aged parts, gummy deposits or build-up of
chips/sawdust.
c) Only pull back the retracting blade
guard manually for special cuts, such as
"plunge and bevel cuts". Pull back the
retracting blade guard with the pull-
back lever and release it as soon as the
saw blade has penetrated the work. For
all other sawing jobs, the re tracting blade
guard must operate auto matically.
d) Do not place down the saw on a work
bench or the ground without the re-
tracting blade guard covering the saw
blade. An unprotected, coasting saw blade
will move the saw in the op posite direction
of the cut, cutting what ever is in its path.
Pay attention to the run-on period of the
saw.
e) Use the matching riving knife for the
saw blade being worked with. The riv-
ing knife must be wider than the thick ness
of the blade back, but thinner than the kerf
width of the saw blade.
f) Adjust the riving knife as described
in the operating instructions. Incor rect
width, position and alignment can be the
cause that the riving knife does not effec-
tively prevent kickback.
g) Always use the riving knife, except
when performing plunge cuts. After the
plunge cut, mount the riving knife again.
The riving knife interferes when performing
plunge cuts and can lead to kickback.
h) In order for the riving knife to be ef-
fective, it must be located in the cut.
For short cuts, the riving knife is ineffec tive
for the prevention of kickback.
i) Do not operate the saw with a bent riv-
ing knife. Even a minor malfunction can
lead to sluggish retraction of the re tracting
blade guard.
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5.5 Emission levels
Levels determined in accordance with EN 60
745 are typically:
Sound pressure level
L
= 102 dB (A)
PA
Noise level
L
= 113 dB (A)
WA
Uncertainty
K = 3 dB
CAUTION
The noise created during work may
damage hearing.
►
Use hearing-protective aids!
Vibration emission value a
(vector sum for
h
three directions) and uncertainty K meas-
ured in accordance with EN 60 745: 3.1 m/s
Uncertainty K = 1.5 m/s
2
.
The emission values specifi ed (vibration, noi-
se) were measured in accordance with the test
conditions stipulated in EN 60 745 and are
intended for machine comparisons. They are
also used for making preliminary estimates re-
garding vibration and noise loads during ope-
ration.
The emission values specifi ed refer to the
main applications for which the power tool
is used. If the electric power tool is used for
other applications, with other tools or is not
maintained suffi ciently prior to operation, ho-
wever, the vibration and noise load may be
higher when the tool is used.
Take into account any machine idling times
and downtimes to estimate these values more
accurately for a specifi ed time period. This
may signifi cantly reduce the load during the
machine operating period.
6 Commissioning and
Operation
WARNING
Risk of injury, if the tools are used with
wrong supply power.
The voltage specifications on the rating plate
must correspond with the mains voltage.
Equipment marked with 230 V can also be con-
nected to 220 V / 240 V.
Check that the plug type is the same as the
socket type.
Adjustment of the riving knife
WARNING
Risk of injury, if the riving knife is not
correctly adjusted.
The riving knife [1-11] must always be used
for safety reasons. The riving knife prevents
the saw blade from becoming jammed when
making lengthwise cuts.
Loosen screw [1-12], adjust the riving knife
[1-11] and retighten the screw (see figure).
1-12
2
1-11
Check the function of the swinging guard [1-9].
Switching On/Off
Switching On:
Press the safety button
Press the on-off switch
[1-13]
Note: The on-off switch cannot be
Switching Off:
Release the on-off switch [1-13].
7 Adjustment
WARNING
Risk of electric injury.
►
Before any manipulation with the tool make
sure to unplug the mains socket outlet.
7.1 Electronic Motor Control
Soft start
The electronically-controlled soft start en-
sures that the tool starts without jerking and
requires only a small starting current (weaker
fusesrequired).
Constant speed
The motor speed is electronically stabilised.
This enables a constant cutting speed even
under a heavy load.
Overload protection
In cases of extreme overload (rip cutting, use
of blunt saw blades) the power consumption
may considerably exceed the permissible rated
value. In this case an electronic overload de-
vice protects the motor from burning out. The
motor is hereby switched of by an "electronic
safety clutch" and re-starts as soon as the load
is removed.
Temperature protection
Extreme overload in continuous operation
causes the motor to heat up. An electronic tem-
perature monitoring device is fitted to prevent
overheating (motor burn-out). The electronic
safety device switches the motor off before the
motor is able to reach a critical temperature.
After a cooling period of approx. 3–5 minutes
the machine is once again ready for operation
and can run at full load. The cooling period can
be greatly reduced if the machine is running
(idling or recovery speed).
7.2 Cutting Depth Adjustment
Release the locking lever [1-16].
[1-14].
Set the required depth on the cutting
and hold
depressed.
depth
scale
[1-15].
locked
on.
Raise: smaller cutting depth
Lower: larger cutting depth
Re-tighten the clamping lever
To achieve the best cutting results, the
saw
blade should protrude from the
material by no more than 3 mm.
7.3 Cutting Angle Adjustment
Release the cutting angle locking lever at [1-7]
and [1-18].
Set the cutting angle as required using the
scale [1-19]. (The scale is calibrated in 1° in-
crements).
Re-tighten the cutting angle locking lever at
[1-7] and [1-18].
The maximum cutting depth is reduced
for bevel cuts.
[1-16].
WARNING
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