Metabo KS 305 M, Original Instructions Manual

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7.7 Additional guides
With the attached additional guides (23) , the
workpiece is farther away from the parallel guide/
ripping fence, as a result higher (but narrower)
workpieces can be sawn.
You can see the possible workpiece dimensions
(with and without additional guides) in the two
tables below on page 5.
Mount:
Loosen fastening screws on the additional guides
(23) . Mount the additional guides (23) on the
right parallel guide/ ripping fence (18) and on the
adjustable guide (10) . Move them so that they do
not touch the saw blade or the safety cover.
Tighten fastening screws on the additional
guides.
Setting
Ensure that the adjustable guide (10) and the
attached additional guides (23) are set correctly
and are supported as well as possible, without
touching the safety cover.
Left-hand side: after loosening the locking screw
(10) , move the adjustable guide (23) and thereby
the attached additional guide (11) . Retighten
locking screw (11) .
Right/hand side: after loosening its fastening
screws, move the additional guide (23) .
Retighten fastening screws.
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8.1 Connect chip sack / chip and dust
extraction unit
Danger!
Dust of certain timber species (e.g. beech, oak,
ash) can cause cancer when inhaled.
– Only use a suitable dust extraction unit or
installed dust sack.
– In addition, use a dust mask, as not all saw dust
is collected or extracted.
– Regularly empty the dust sack. Wear a dust
mask while emptying the sack.
If you operate the device with the supplied dust
sack:

Attach the dust sack (6) to the chip extraction
adapter nozzle (5) . Ensure that the closure (7)
of the dust sack is closed.
If you connect the device to a dust extraction unit:

Use a suitable adapter to connect it to the chip
extraction adapter nozzle (see chapter 12.
"Accessories").
 Ensure that the dust extraction unit meets the
requirements stated in chapter 16. "Technical
Specifications".

Observe the dust collector's operating
instructions as well!
8.2 Installing the workpiece clamping
device
The workpiece clamping device (9) can be
installed in two positions:
– For wide workpieces:
Insert the workpiece clamping device into the
rear drilling (36) of the table.
– For narrow workpieces:
Insert the workpiece clamping device into the
front drilling (37) of the table.
8.3 Power-supply connection
Danger! High voltage
Operate machine only on a power source meeting
the following requirements (see also chapter 16.
"Technical Specifications"):
– Mains voltage and system frequency must
conform to the voltage and frequency shown on
the machine´s rating label;
– fuse protection by a residual current operated
device (RCD) of 30 mA sensitivity;
– outlets properly installed, earthed or grounded,
and tested.

Position power supply cable so it does not
interfere with the work and is not damaged.

Use only rubber-jacketed extension cables with
sufficient lead cross-section (3 × 1.5 mm
2
).

Use extension cables for outdoor areas. When
working outdoors, only use the correspondingly
marked extension cable approved for this
purpose.

Avoid accidental start-up. Ensure that the on/off
switch is switched off when inserting the plug in
the socket.

Before starting work, check to see that the
following are in proper working order.
 Assume proper operating position:
– at the front of the saw;
– in front of the saw;
– next to the line of cut.
Danger!
If possible, fix the workpiece using the workpiece
clamping device (9) .
Danger of crushing!
When inclining or swivelling the saw head, never
reach into the hinge area or below the device!
 Hold the saw head during inclination.

Use during work:
– workpiece support – for long workpieces, if
otherwise workpiece would fall off the table
after cutting;
– dust sack or dust extraction unit.
 Cut only workpieces of dimensions that allow for
safe and secure holding while cutting.

Always hold the workpiece down on the table
and do not jam it. Do not attempt to stop the saw
blade by pushing the workpiece against its side.
Risk of personal injury if the saw blade is
blocked.
9.1 Straight cuts
Starting position:
– Transport lock (29) pulled out.
– Saw head swivelled upwards.
– Turntable is in 0
° position, locking button (22)
for turntable is tightened (see chapter 7.5).
– The inclination of the swivel arm to the vertical is
0 ° , locking lever (33) for inclined position is
tightened see chapter 7.4).
– Adjust and lock the adjustable guide (10) (see
chapter 7.6).
– If attached: adjust and lock both additional
guides (23) (see chapter 7.7).
Cutting the workpiece:
1. Push the workpiece against the parallel guide
(18) and clamp using the workpiece clamping
device (9) .
2. Activate the safety lock (24) ,press on/off
switch (25) and keep pressed.
3. Slowly lower the saw head all the way down at
the handle. During the sawing process press
on the workpiece just enough for the motor
speed not to lower too much.
4. Cut the workpiece in one operation.
5. Release the on/off switch
(25) and slowly let
the saw head swivel back into the upper
starting position.
9.2 Mitre cuts
Starting position:
– Transport lock (29) pulled out.
– Saw head swivelled upwards.
– The inclination of the swivel arm to the vertical is
0°, locking lever (33) for inclined position is
tightened see chapter 7.4).
– Adjust and lock the adjustable guide (10) (see
chapter 7.6).
– If attached: Adjust and lock both additional
guides (23) (see chapter 7.7).
Cutting the workpiece:
1. Loosen locking lever (22) of the turntable and
loosen safety catch (21) .
2. Set the desired angle (see chapter 7.5).
3. Tighten the locking button
(22) of the
turntable.
4. Cut workpiece, as described for "Straight
cuts".
9.3 Inclined cuts
Starting position:
– Transport lock (29) pulled out.
– Saw head swivelled upwards.
– Turntable is in 0
° position, locking button (22)
for turntable is tightened (see chapter 7.5).
– Adjust and lock the adjustable guide (10) (see
chapter 7.6).
– If attached: Adjust and lock both additional
guides (23) (see chapter 7.7).
Cutting the workpiece:
1. Loosen the locking lever (33) for the
inclination setting at the rear side of the saw.
2. Slowly turn the swivel arm into the desired
position (see chapter 7.4).
3. Tighten the locking lever (33) for the
inclination setting.
4. Cut the workpiece, as described in "Straight
cuts".
9.4 Double mitre cuts
Note:
The double mitre cut is a combination of mitre cut
and inclined cut. This means, the workpiece is cut
at an angle to the rear contact edge and at an
angle to the top.
Danger!
With a double mitre cut, the saw blade is easier
accessible due to the steep inclination – this
results in a higher risk of injury. Always keep
sufficient distance to the saw blade!
Starting position:
– Transport lock (29) pulled out.
– Saw head swivelled upwards.
– Lock the turntable in the desired position (see
chapter 7.5).
– Swivel arm inclined at desired angle to the
workpiece surface and locked (see chapter 7.4).
– Adjust and lock the adjustable guide (10) (see
chapter 7.6).
– If attached: Adjust and lock both additional
guides (23) (see chapter 7.7).
Cutting the workpiece:

Cut the workpiece, as described in "Straight
cuts".
Danger!
Disconnect from the mains power before any
maintenance or cleaning work.
– Repair and maintenance work other than
described in this section should only be carried
out by qualified specialists.
– Replace damaged parts, in particular safety
installations, only with original parts. Parts not
approved by the equipment manufacturer can
cause unforeseeable damage.
– Check that all safety devices are operational
again after each service.
10.1 Saw blade change
Risk of burning!
Directly after cutting the saw blade can be very
hot. Let a hot saw blade cool down. Do not clean
the hot saw blade with combustible liquids.
8. Commissioning
9. Operation
10. Care And Maintenance