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matter.

16.  Check the blade

 for cracks or other damage before operation. Replace cracked or  damaged blade    

immediately.

17.  Never start the tool

 with the workpiece against the blade.

18.  Allow the motor to achieve full speed

 before cutting.

19.  Important: After completing the cut,

 release power switch and wait for coasting blade to stop completely  

before putting the saw down.

20.  Never operate

 the tool in an area with flammable solids, liquids, or gases. Sparks from the  commutator/

carbon  brushes could cause a fire or explosion.

21.  There are certain applications for which this tool was designed.

 The manufacturer strongly  recommends 

that  this tool NOT be modified and/or used for any application  other than for which  it was designed. If you 
have  any questions relative to its application DO NOT use the tool until  you have written the manufacturer 
and  have been advised.

22.  It is recommended that a residual current device of 30 mA sensitivity or less is used in the power supply 

system 

that this tool is to be plugged in to.

WARNING: Always wear hearing protection with this tool.

1. Intended use

This saw is designed exclusively for the sawing of wood, wood-like materials and plastics.
This machine should not be used for cutting other materials. The machine should not be converted or modified, 
e.g. for any other form of use, other than as specified in these operating instructions. The user shall be liable for 
damages and accidents due to incorrect use.

                                                 FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION 

Arbor lock lever

Outer safety cover

Cutting depth scale

Cutting depth stop

Base

Thumb release carriage lock

On/Off 

trigger switch

Main handle 

Side handle

Hex allen wrench

Bevel lock knob

Fig.1

Rear zero degree 

bevel adjustor

Front zero degree 

bevel adjustor

Guide clearance adjustors 

Dust extractor port

Plunge lock lever

Summary of Contents for DS1600

Page 1: ... over load always run machine with no load for at least 3 minutes to reduce temperature before returning to operation to avoid burn out of the motor ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS For your personal safety READ and UNDERSTAND before using SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE Version 20130826 ...

Page 2: ...ks which may ignite the dust or fumes c Keep children and bystanders away while operating a power tool Distractions can cause you to lose control 2 ELECTRICAL SAFETY a Power tool plugs must match the outlet Never modify the plug in any way Do not use any adapter plugs with earthed grounded power tools Unmodified plugs and matching outlets will reduce risk of electric shock b Avoid body contact wit...

Page 3: ...R TOOL USE AND CARE a Do not force the power tool Use the correct power tool for your application The correct power tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed b Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn it on and off Any power tool that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired c Disconnect the plug from the power source and...

Page 4: ... that can cause KICKBACK 10 Dust mask should be equipped when cutting wood Kickback causes and related warnings kickback is a sudden reaction to a pinched bound or misaligned saw blade causing an uncontrolled saw to lift up and out of the workpiece toward the operator when the blade is pinched or bound tightly by the kerf closing down the blade stalls and the motor reaction drives the unit rapidly...

Page 5: ...ard return spring If the guard and the spring are not operating properly they must be serviced before use 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 when the blade bevel setting is not at 90 Blade shifting sideways will cause binding and likely kick back d Always obs...

Page 6: ...e tool until you have written the manufacturer and have been advised 22 It is recommended that a residual current device of 30 mA sensitivity or less is used in the power supply system that this tool is to be plugged in to WARNING Always wear hearing protection with this tool 1 Intended use This saw is designed exclusively for the sawing of wood wood like materials and plastics This machine should...

Page 7: ...meter as a function of the cable length for this machine Use only U L and CSA listed extension cables Never use two extension cables together Instead use one long one 4 Saw Blades Only use saw blades with a diameter in accordance with the markings on the tool name plate Only use saw blades with blade set cutting width of 2 4 mm to 2 6 mm and blade core thickness of maximum 1 8 mm Saw blades must b...

Page 8: ... s maximum rated speed or higher Avoid contact with blade teeth to prevent personal injury 3 Place the outer arbor flange on the arbor with the flat side toward the blade See fig 3 NOTE Take care to ensure that the blade is centered it is possible to tighten the blade crooked between the flanges 4 Replace and finger tighten the blade retaining bolt by turning it clockwise 5 Push in the arbor lock ...

Page 9: ... locking bolt Double check the adjustment as it is spring loaded and can shift when being tightened See fig 6 TO ADJUST BEVEL ANGLE DISCONNECT TOOL FROM POWER SOURCE To adjust the bevel angle refer to the bevel gauge on the base There are markings for different angles from 0 to 45 degrees To adjust the bevel angle Loosen both of the bevel lock knobs See fig 7 front and rear about a half turn then ...

Page 10: ...er circuit Switching the machine on and off Keep the machine steady during switching and during use by holding the main handle and the side handles with both hands See fig 10 To switch on first push the thumb release carriage lock forwards and then press the trigger switch You can then press the machine down for sawing To switch off Release the thumb release carriage lock and raise to topmost posi...

Page 11: ...aximum cutting depth When the machine plunges the circular saw must be held very securely otherwise there is the danger of a kickback Switch the machine on allow it to reach full speed and plunge the saw Once it is fully in the cut begin to push the machine in the forward direction Switch the machine off once cutting is completed and return fully to the topmost lock CLAMP THE WORKPIECE Secure the ...

Page 12: ... while using compressed air Clean all parts of the carriage plunge mechanism and hinge to ensure smooth operation Then lightly lubricate MAINTENANCE Every 50 hours of operation blow compressed air through the motor while running at no load to clean out accumulated dust If operating in especially dusty conditions perform this operation more often The carbon brushes The carbon brushes are a normal w...

Page 13: ...13 WIRING 4R BLACK MOTOR WIRE CONNECTOR WIRE CONNECTOR WIRE CONNECTOR SWITCH CARBON BRUSH BLACK BLACK BLACK BLACK BLACK WHITE YELLOW RED BROWN BROWN BLUE BLUE OVERLOAD AC ...

Page 14: ...57 28 58 15 01 02 04 03 05 84 06A 08 09 10 21 11 14 12 18 19 20 32 31 30 29 26 82 48 33 80 71 69 68 45 73 33 TO66 TO83 79 TO83 55 TO83 70 TO66 TO83 70 83 59 07 1 07 13 16 17 23 24 25 26 27 34 37 36 38 39 25 47 43 44 46 56 59 73 78 75 78 76 77 79 28 28 NO 01 84V1 3 06B EXPLODED VIEW 1600W Model ...

Page 15: ... 37 BEARING 6202 2RS 1 38 BEARING SUPPORT 1 39 ARBOR 1 40 PARALLEL KEY 5 x 5 x 12 1 41 OUTPUT GEAR 36T 1 NO Parts Name Q TY 42 PLUNGE SPRING ø2 x ø19 5 x ø23 5 x 15T x 150L 1 43 PLUNGE SPRING GUIDE 1 44 SET SCREW M4 x 12 1 45 CIRCLIP S 14 1 46 BEARING 608 zz 1 47 PLUNGE LOCK SPRING ø1xø8 2xø10 2x9 5Tx25L 1 48 SCREW M5 x 50 4 49 GEAR CASE ASS Y 1 50 BEARING 6002 LLU 1 51 ARBOR LOCK LEVER 1 52 ARMAT...

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Page 17: ... 1 38 BEARING SUPPORT 1 39 ARBOR 1 40 PARALLEL KEY 1 41 OUTPUT GEAR 36T 1 42 PLUNGE SPRING Ø2 x Ø11 5 x Ø15 5 x 24T x 135L 1 43 PLUNGE SPRING GUIDE 1 NO Parts Name Q TY 44 45 N A 46 BEARING 608 zz 2 47 PLUNGE LOCK SPRING Ø1xØ8 2xØ10 2x9 5Tx25L 1 48 SCREW M5 x 37 4 49 GEAR CASE ASS Y 1 50 BEARING 6001 LLU 1 51 ARBOR LOCK LEVER 1 52 ARMATURE 1 53 N A 54 SCREW M5 x 60 2 55 STATOR 1 56 TOPMOST LOCK LE...

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