Maktec MT560 Instruction Manual Download Page 6

18. 

Do not operate the saw if riving knife is bent.

 

Even a light interference can slow the closing rate 
of a guard. 

19. 

Use  extra  caution  when  cutting  damp  wood, 
pressure  treated  lumber,  or  wood  containing 
knots.

  Adjust  speed  of  cut  to  maintain  smooth 

advancement of tool for avoicling overheating the 
blade tips without decrease in blade speed. 

20. 

Avoid Cutting Nails. Inspect for and remove all 
nails from lumber before cutting. 

21. 

Place the wider portion of the saw base on that 
part  of  the  workpiece  which  is  solidly 
supported, not on the section that will fall off 
when  the  cut  is  made.  As  examples,  Fig.  1 
illustrates the RIGHT way to cut off the end of 
a  board,  and  Fig.  2  the  WRONG  way.  If  the 
workpiece is short or small, clamp it down. DO 
NOT TRY TO HOLD SHORT PIECES BY HAND! 

Fig. 1

   

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Fig. 2

   

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22. 

Never  attempt  to  saw  with  the  circular  saw 
held upside down in a vise. This is extremely 
dangerous and can lead to serious accidents. 

   

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23. 

Some material contains chemicals which may 
be  toxic.  Take  caution  to  prevent  dust 
inhalation  and  skin  contact.  Follow  material 
supplier safety data. 

24. 

Do not stop the blades by lateral pressure on 
the saw blade. 

25. 

Always  use  blades  recommended  in  this 
manual. Do not use any abrasive wheels. 

26. 

Wear  a  dust  mask  and  hearing  protection 
when use the tool. 

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. 

 

WARNING: 

DO  NOT  let  comfort  or  familiarity  with  product 
(gained from repeated use) replace strict adherence 
to  safety  rules  for  the  subject  product.  MISUSE  or 
failure  to  follow  the  safety  rules  stated  in  this 
instruction  manual  may  cause  serious  personal 
injury. 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

Summary of Contents for MT560

Page 1: ...1 ENGLISH Original instructions INSTRUCTION MANUAL DOUBLE INSULATION IMPORTANT Read Before Using Circular Saw MT560 MT580 004026...

Page 2: ...h wire GEA005 3 General Power Tool Safety Warnings WARNING Read all safety warnings and all instructions Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock fire and or seriou...

Page 3: ...s dangerous and must be repaired 20 Disconnect the plug from the power source and or the battery pack from the power tool before making any adjustments changing accessories or storing power tools Such...

Page 4: ...to climb out of the kerf and jump back toward the operator Kickback is the result of saw misuse and or incorrect operating procedures or conditions and can be avoided by taking proper precautions as...

Page 5: ...so check to see that retracting handle does not touch tool housing Leaving blade exposed is VERY DANGEROUS and can lead to serious personal injury 11 Check the operation of the lower guard spring If t...

Page 6: ...e workpiece is short or small clamp it down DO NOT TRY TO HOLD SHORT PIECES BY HAND Fig 1 000147 Fig 2 000150 22 Never attempt to saw with the circular saw held upside down in a vise This is extremely...

Page 7: ...e B position with it Switch action 1 2 004030 CAUTION Before plugging in the tool always check to see that the switch trigger actuates properly and returns to the OFF position when released For tool w...

Page 8: ...being lost OPERATION CAUTION Be sure to move the tool forward in a straight line gently Forcing or twisting the tool will result in overheating the motor and dangerous kickback possibly causing severe...

Page 9: ...to the limit mark Keep the carbon brushes clean and free to slip in the holders Both carbon brushes should be replaced at the same time Use only identical carbon brushes Use a screwdriver to remove t...

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