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E N G L I S H
Pos. Wood Metal Plastics
3 Fast cuts - PVC
2 Thick workpieces - Fibreglass
Acrylic
1 Plywood Aluminium -
Chipboard Non-ferrous -
0 Thin workpieces Sheet metal -
Fine cuts
Setting the sawdust blower ( fi g. A)
The sawdust blower conducts an adjustable
stream of air to the saw blade to keep the
workpiece clear of sawdust during operation.
• Set the sawdust blower using the lever (3).
- Low For working with metals, when
using coolants and lubricants
and for use with dust extraction.
- Intermediate For working with wood and
similar materials in low speed.
- High For working with wood and
similar materials in high speed.
Mounting the plastic anti-scratch shoe cover
(
fi g. E)
The anti-scratch shoe cover (16) reduces damage
to the surface of (sensitive) workpieces.
• Click the cover onto the shoe as shown.
Mounting and removing the anti-splinter shoe
insert (
fi g. F1 & F2)
The anti-splinter shoe insert (17) which fi ts close to
the saw blade reduces splintering of the workpiece.
The insert can be mounted both into the shoe and
the shoe cover.
• Hold the insert (17) in the orientation as shown.
• To mount the insert into the shoe (8):
– Slide the edges (18) into the grooves (19).
– Slide the insert back into position against the
shoe.
• To mount the insert into the cover (16):
– Slide the edges (18) behind the ribs (20).
– Push the front end of the insert towards the
cover. The insert snaps into place.
• To remove the anti-splinter shoe insert do the
above process in reverse order.
Dust extraction ( fi g. G)
The dust extraction adaptor (21) in combination with
the dust extraction shroud (22) helps extracting the
dust from the workpiece surface, when connected
to a suitable dust extraction system.
• Place the dust extraction shroud (22) onto the
fi nger guard (5) until it clicks in place.
• Fit the dust extraction adaptor (21) to the tool
as shown.
• Connect the hose of a suitable dust extraction
system to the adaptor.
WARNING:
Inhalation of dust
developed when sawing wood presents
a serious health hazard. Always
connect a dust extraction system
designed in compliance with the
applicable directives regarding dust
emission.
Preferably wear a dust mask.
WARNING:
Do not use a dust extraction
system without proper spark protection
when sawing metal.
Prior to operation
• Make sure your battery pack is (fully) charged.
• Make sure the battery pack is properly seated.
OPERATION
Instructions for use
WARNING:
• Always observe the safety instructions
and applicable regulations.
• Make sure your workpiece is well secured.
Remove nails, screws and other
fasteners that may damage the blade.
• Check that there is suf fi cient space for
the blade underneath the workpiece.
Do not cut materials that are thicker
than the maximum cutting depth.
• Use sharp saw blades only. Damaged
or bent saw blades must be removed
immediately.
• Do not use the tool for sawing pipes or
tubes.
• Never run your tool without a saw blade.