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Discharge Port

When cutting wood the Discharge Port Exhaust should be fitted
to the chip collector cover Discharge Port.

To fit the Discharge Port Exhaust

• Remove the Discharge Port blanking cover by unscrewing

the cross headed screw.

• Pull the blanking cover from the Discharge Port and safely

store for future use.

• Fit the Discharge Port Exhaust in place of the blanking cover.

(Fig. 9)

Wood chips will be ejected from the Discharge Port

Exhaust during cutting operations.

When cutting has been completed, remove the Exhaust Port
and replace the blanking cover and tighten the fixing screw
securely.

Cutting Advice

The operator should wear all relevant PPE (Personal Protection
Equipment) necessary for the job at hand. This could include
safety glasses, dust masks, safety shoes etc.

The operator should always be aware of the position and
routing of the power cable.

• Do not force the machine.
• Allow the speed of the saw blade do the work. Cutting

performance will not be improved by applying excessive
pressure to the machine, and blade life will be reduced.

• When using the parallel edge guide, ensure that it is parallel

with the blade. The blade and/or motor could become
damaged if the machine is used with an incorrectly adjusted
parallel edge guide.

• To set the guide, loosen the two retaining screws, and adjust

the guide to the required position. Tighten the locking screws.

• Place front edge of sole plate squarely on the workpiece

before starting the motor.

• When starting a cut, sight the cutting line with the line of

cut guide, taking care to introduce the blade to the material
slowly, so as not to damage its teeth.

• Use both hands to move the saw forwards the work piece.
• Apply smooth, constant pressure to move the saw forwards

through the workpiece.

When a cut has been completed release the
ON/OFF trigger switch and allow the blade to
come to a complete halt. Do not apply lateral
pressure to the blade disc in an attempt to
slow it down more quickly.

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If the motor should stop or stall

whilst a cut is being attempted release the
trigger switch immediately and disconnect
the machine from the power supply. Remove
the machine from the workpiece before
investigating the cause and attempting to
restart the motor.

Note:

This saw is fitted with an overload

protection device. This is designed to prevent
overloading and consequent damage to the
motor. If this feature ‘trips’, the motor stops
and will not operate.

Allow the machine to cool down and then press
the ‘reset switch’ at the base of the main handle.

MAiNTENANCE

Note:

Any maintenance must be carried

out with the machine switched off and
disconnected from the power supply.

Check that all safety features and guards are
operating correctly on a regular basis. Only use
this machine if all guards/safety features are
fully operational.

All motor bearings in this machine are
lubricated for life. No further lubrication
is required.

Use a clean, slightly damp cloth to clean
the plastic parts of the machine. Do not use
solvents or similar products which could
damage the plastic parts.

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Do not attempt to clean by

inserting pointed objects through openings
in the machines casings etc. The machines air
vents should be cleaned using compressed
dry air.

Excessive sparking may indicate the presence of
dirt in the motor or worn out carbon brushes.

Brush Checking and replacement

To replace the motor brushes:
• Disconnect the machine from the

power supply.

• Place the machine on a level, secure surface.
• Remove the (2) motor brush retainer

cap screws.

• Withdraw the brushes.

Note:

If the Carbon rod is less than 6mm long

or if there are signs of burning or damage,
replace the brushes.

•  Fit the new brushes.
•  Refit the motor brush retainer caps.
•  Run the saw without load for several

minutes after brush replacement to aid the
‘bedding in’ process.

ENVirONMENTAL PrOTECTiON

Waste electrical products should not be
disposed of with household waste. Please
recycle where facilities exist. Check with your
Local Authority or retailer for recycling advice

Fig. 9