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HOW TO USE THE TOOL
Effective control of this powerful saw requires
two-handed
operation for maximum protection.
Do not use this tool continuously over 30 minutes. Support the work properly and to hold the saw firmly
WITH
BOTH HANDS
to prevent loss of control which could cause personal injury. Always hold the side handle with the
left hand and the rear handle with the right hand for proper hand support of the saw. Protect your eyes from injury
with safety glasses or goggles. Do not use cutting fluids or lubricants on the blade.
Sawing
The machine must reach full speed before cutting begins and should only be switched off once cutting has
finished. Only operate the saw away from you (pushing the circular saw forwards) and never towards you (pulling
the circular saw backwards). If you saw towards you, there is the danger that the circular saw might be
accelerated out of the cutting groove (recoil) and cause serious injury.
Sawing sections:
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Make sure the cutting depth is set as desired
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Place the front part of the saw bench on the workpiece.
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Switch the machine on, and plunge the saw all the way down to the depth stop.
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Push the machine in the direction of cut. Take care that the saw base remains firmly on the workpiece.
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Switch the machine off and lock at its uppermost position when cutting is completed.
Plunge cuts:
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Set the depth stop to the maximum cutting depth.
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When the machine plunges, the circular saw must be held very securely, otherwise there is the danger of a
kickback!
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Switch the machine on, allow it to reach full speed and plunge the saw.
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Once it is fully in the cut, begin to push the machine in the forward direction.
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Switch the machine off once cutting is completed and return fully to the topmost lock.
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CLAMP THE WORKPIECE
Secure the workpiece properly. The workpiece should be straight and firmly clamped to avoid possible movement
and pinching as the cut nears completion. Provide adequate support for long or wide workpieces. Never position
large or long workpieces so that they bend in the middle or at the cutting face. This can lead to the saw blade
jamming and kicking back. Instead, support the workpiece with several wooden battens, close to the cutting face.
Confirm that the blade has come to a complete stop before removing or securing the workpiece, or changing the
workpiece angle.
CAUTION: Keep the cord away from cutting area to prevent it from becoming entangled in the workpiece.
Do not force the cut. Let the saw do the cutting at the rate of speed permitted by the type of cut and workpiece.
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GUIDE RAIL:
Guide rails are available to assist in making precise straight cuts and
enhance safety. (These are an optional accessory) The guide rail
may be secured with C-clamps if desired.
There are 2 guide clearance adjustors for optimum fit and safety.
Adjust these equally so that there is no looseness, yet the base still
slides freely. See fig.12
Guide clearance adjustors
Fig.12
