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FERM CUT OFF SAW AM-355 
USERS MANUAL

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

The following symbols are used in these instructions for
use:

Denotes risk of personal injury, loss of life or
damage to the tool in case of non-observance of the

instructions in this manual.

Denotes risk of electric shock.

Carefully read this manual before using the machine.
Make sure that you know how the machine functions and
how to operate it. Maintain the machine in accordance
with the instructions to make sure it functions properly.
Keep this manual and the enclosed documentation with
the machine.

Ferm products are manufactured to high quality stan-
dards they are safe and fit for purpose at time of sale, but
all tools can be dangerous if the correct precautions are
not taken. Always follow these instructions, do not carry
out the operation until you are sure you can do so in saf-
ety. Remember to consider the work environment for
safe operation as well as safety for tool use. 

Warning! 

When using electric tools, basic safety

precautions should always be followed to reduce

the risk of fire, electric shock and personal injury. Read all
these instructions before attempting to operate this product.
Save these instructions for future reference.

PERSONAL SAFETY
Use Personal Protection Safety Equipment 

Protect eyes with safety glasses or goggles note: the use
of safety protective eyewear without the CE mark can
lead to serious injury if the lens breaks. A suitable dust
mask should be worn if cutting, drilling or sanding is
dusty, in particular chipboard or MDF. 
Approved safety footwear and headgear should worn as
appropriate, for example on building works or when
heavy weights are involved. Wear suitable gloves and
apron to protect against sparks/debris. Wear earplugs
or ear defenders. 

Dress properly

Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery. It can get caught
in moving parts. Non-skid footwear is recommended
when working out doors. Wear protective hair covering
to contain long hair.

Stay alert

Watch what you are doing Use common sense. Do not
operate tools when tired or after taking alcohol or pre-
scription/ non-prescription drugs.

OPERATIONAL SAFETY

Warning! 

This machine can produce fine dust,

which is hazardous to your health; always wear a

suitable dust mask plus other items of personal protection
equipment.
Use fibre reinforced discs only.
Do not use near flammable materials or people.
Do not use the machine to cut deeper than the maximum grin-
ding depth of the disc.
Do not use discs for deburring.

Concentrate 

Routine and repetition can lead to mistakes. 
Remember that a slight lack of concentration can result
in serious injuries in a split second.

Keep work area clean 

Cluttered areas and benches invite injuries.

Consider the work environment 

Do not expose power tools to rain or use them in damp
or wet locations. Keep work area well lit. Do not use
power tools in the presence of flammable liquids, vap-
ours or gases.

Guard against electric shock 

This unit contains dangerous voltages. Use a RCD (resi-
dual current device) to provide protection against elec-
trical shock. Prevent body contact with   grounded sur-
faces (e.g. pipes, radiator, ranges or refrigerators).

Keep children and pets away 

Do not let children or pets come into contact with the
tool, extension cable or work area.

Do not force the tool 

It will work better and safer at the rate for which it was
intended.

Voltage

| 230 V~ 

Frequency

| 50 Hz

Power input

| 1700 W

No load speed

| 3600/min

Saw blade dimensions

| 355x3.5x
| 25.4  mm

Max. cuttingcapacity

| 125 mm

Weight

| 14.7 kg 

Lpa (sound pressure)

| 98 dB(A) 

Lwa (acoustic power)

| 111 dB(A)

Vibration

| 15.2 m/s

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EXPLODED VIEW

SPARE PARTS LIST AM-355

REF NR

DESCRIPTION

FERM NR

2

FLANGE

402485

3

DISC Ø 355 mm

310350

4

SPINDLE BLOCK

402486

6

ARMATURE

402487

7

FIELD COIL

402488

9

CARBON BRUSH

402489

13

ARM

402490

15

PROTECTION CAP ARM

402491

16

SWITCH

402492

17

DUST CAP

402493

20

MACHINE VICE

402494

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