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  Before you switch on the machine, check that all 

wrenches and adjustment tools have been removed.

  When you leave your workplace, switch off the motor 

and pull out the power plug.

  All guards and safety devices have to be refitted 

immediately after completion of any repairs or 

maintenance.

  It is imperative to observe the accident prevention 

regulations in force in your area as well as all other 

generally recognised rules of safety.

  The machine may be used in closed room only in 

conjunction with a suitable vacuum extraction system.

  This table saw must be connected to a 230–240V 

socket-outlet with a minimum 10A circuit. 

  Never use the cord for any purpose other than that for 

which it is intended!

  Adopt a firm standing position and keep your balance at 

all times.

  Check the tool for signs of damage!

  Before you use the tool it is imperative to check that 

its safety devices and any slightly damaged parts are 

working properly and in the way intended.

  Check that the moving parts work properly and do not 

jam or whether any of the parts are damaged. All parts 

must be fitted correctly and satisfy all conditions for the 

tool to work properly.

  Unless otherwise stated in these instructions, damaged 

safety devices and parts must be repaired or replaced by 

an authorised service facility.

  Have damaged switches replaced by an authorised 

service facility.

  This tool complies with the pertinent safety regulations. 

Repairs are to be carried out only by qualified 

electricians at authorised service centres, using original 

replacement parts. The user may suffer an accident if 

this condition is not observed.

  Rebating or grooving should not be carried out unless 

suitable guarding, such as a tunnel guard, is fitted 

above the table saw.

  Saws shall not be used for slotting (stopped groove).

Wear goggles • Wear earmuffs • Wear a breathing mask

Unpacking

Due to modern mass production techniques, it is unlikely 

that your GMC Power Tool is faulty or that a part is 

missing. If you find anything wrong, do not operate the 

tool until the parts have been replaced or the fault has 

been rectified. Failure to do so could result in serious 

personal injury.
1. Remove all loose parts from the carton.
2. Remove the packing materials from around the saw.
3. Carefully lift the saw from the carton and place it on a 

level work surface.

Required Tools

The following tools (not supplied) are required to assemble 

and maintain the table saw

  18mm spanner 

  13mm spanner

  Phillips head screwdriver

Summary of Contents for REDEYE LS250TS

Page 1: ... Melbourne Perth Auckland Hong Kong Shanghai Taipei New York Verona London Paris INSTRUCTION MANUAL Patent Pending LS250TS 061004 ED8 DCR 2000W 250mm 10 Table Saw with Laser Line Generator ...

Page 2: ...knife and laser assembly 11 Fitting the blade guard 12 Using the mitre gauge holder 12 Using the push stick holder 12 Folding the stand 13 Moving the saw 13 Adjusting the laser line 13 Switching on and off 14 Adjusting the cutting depth 14 Adjusting the blade angle 14 Using the rip fence 14 Using the mitre gauge 15 Operation 15 Push sticks 15 Kickback 15 Tips to avoid kickback 16 Making longitudin...

Page 3: ... should be sorted taken to the local recycling centre and disposed of in an environmentally safe way 3 Symbols The rating plate on your tool may show symbols These represent important information about the product or instructions on its use Wear eye protection Wear hearing protection Wear breathing protection Conforms to EMC regulations Specifications Voltage 230 240Vac 50Hz Input power 2000W No l...

Page 4: ...e assembly instructions and the operating instructions to be found in this Manual All persons who use and service the machine have to be acquainted with this Manual and must be informed about its potential hazards Children and infirm people must not use this tool Children should be supervised at all times if they are in the area in which the tool is being used It is also imperative that you observ...

Page 5: ...ion cords When a tool is used outdoors use only extension cords that are intended for outdoor use and are so marked 17 Stay alert Watch what you are doing Use common sense Do not operate a power tool when you are tired 18 Check for damaged parts Before using a tool check that there are no damaged parts If a part is slightly damaged carefully determine if it will operate properly and perform its in...

Page 6: ...Never dismantle the machine s safety devices or put them out of operation Damaged or faulty safety devices have to be replaced immediately Never cut a work piece which is too small to hold securely If you are interrupted when operating the saw complete the process and switch off before looking up Periodically check that all nuts bolts and other fixings are properly tightened Do not store materials...

Page 7: ...to work properly Unless otherwise stated in these instructions damaged safety devices and parts must be repaired or replaced by an authorised service facility Have damaged switches replaced by an authorised service facility This tool complies with the pertinent safety regulations Repairs are to be carried out only by qualified electricians at authorised service centres using original replacement p...

Page 8: ...2 Height adjustment handle with hex screw swivel tube and washer 13 5mm Hex key 14 Wheel axle 15 AAA batteries x2 16 2 x 13mm Hex head screws with 4 flat washers and 2 spring washers for securing wheels to axle already fitted on axle 17 10 x ST4 2 x 13mm Philips head screws with 10 flat washers for securing hub caps to wheels 18 4 x ST4 2 x 9mm set screws for securing side extension tables already...

Page 9: ... Rip fence locking lever 16 Rip fence scale 17 Mitre gauge 18 Mitre gauge locking knob 19 Blade guard 20 Blade height adjustment handle 21 Blade angle wheel 22 Blade angle pointer 23 Blade angle scale 24 Blade lock 25 Rear extension table 26 Side extension table x2 27 Side extension table locking knob x4 28 Stand assembly 29 Stand locking lever 30 Wheel 31 Wheel hubcap 32 Adjustable foot 33 Saw bl...

Page 10: ...he extension table locking knobs to secure it in position fig D 6 Using the handle on the table saw 4 and the soft grip handle on the lower leg 5 gently tilt the table saw onto its left hand side 7 Push the stand locking lever 29 to the left to disengage the stand assembly and fold open the stand legs fig E 8 Fully open the stand legs and ensure that the stand locking lever clicks back into place ...

Page 11: ...ear extension table 25 2 Fit the rear extension table into the 2 positioning holes on the back of the table saw fig 0 3 Replace the 2 self tapping screws in each rod to prevent the rear extension table from sliding out Attaching the height adjustment handle 1 Fit the blade height adjustment handle 20 onto the blade angle wheel 21 by first placing the metal handle tube onto the handle screw 2 Place...

Page 12: ...s up with the slot in the riving knife 3 Fit one flat washer onto the screw and place the screw through the blade guard riving knife and blade guard again 4 Fit the second flat washer onto the end of the screw followed by the nut 5 Tighten the nut to secure the blade guard in position Fig V but do not overtighten as this will prevent the blade guard from moving up and down freely as the workpiece ...

Page 13: ...vious section 3 Use the 2 legs to move the table saw to its new position fig a Adjusting the laser line 1 To adjust the laser beam first take a piece of accurately square cut wood approximately 100mm wide and 300mm long Draw a line parallel to a long edge approximately 10mm from the edge 2 Set the mitre gauge 17 at 0 at right angles to the blade and hold the short edge of the wood against the mitr...

Page 14: ...ing depth 3 Turning the wheel clockwise decreases the cutting depth Adjusting the blade angle 1 Loosen the blade lock 24 and turn the blade angle wheel 21 until the pointer 22 points to the required angle on the scale 23 fig h 2 The blade angle pointer 22 can be adjusted when checking the accuracy of the blade angle With the power disconnected place a set square against the saw blade Adjust the bl...

Page 15: ...metal piece slightly thinner than the saw blade which helps keep the kerf open during cutting operations and prevents kickback Push Stick A device used to feed the workpiece through the saw during narrow ripping type operation and helps keep the operator s hands well away from the blade Push Block A device used for ripping type operations too narrow to allow use of a push stick Push sticks A push ...

Page 16: ...ter switching on the saw wait for the blade to reach its maximum speed of rotation before commencing with the cut Take extra care when starting the cut 1 Longitudinal cuts involve cutting through a workpiece along its full length 2 One edge of the workpiece is pressed against the rip fence while its flat side rests on the table top 3 The saw blade guard must always be operational and cover the wor...

Page 17: ...nd and the mitre gauge coming into contact with the saw blade 2 Press the workpiece firmly against the mitre gauge 3 Switch on the saw 4 Push the mitre gauge and the workpiece toward the saw blade in order to make the cut Important Always hold the guided part of the workpiece Never hold that part of the workpiece which is being cut off Always push the mitre gauge far enough forward for the workpie...

Page 18: ...the top of the laser assembly fig r turn the securing tabs to the side and remove the laser battery cover fig s Take out the two batteries 4 Replace both batteries with the same type or equivalent taking care to insert them the same way round as the old batteries fig t 5 Replace the battery cover 6 Check and if necessary adjust the laser line Maintenance Warning Always ensure that the tool is swit...

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