WARNINGS!.
Always wear eye protection.
- This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical,
sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been
given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for
their safety.
- Young children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
a) Check the blade before mounting it into the saw.
Make sure that it is in no way cracked or
warped.
Only use sharp blades.
b) When the blade is installed, stand to one side, out of line with the blade, and run the tool
for at least a minute to make sure that it is not faulty.
Always stay out of line of the blade when
using the saw.
c) Do not use a blade marked with a lower RPM than that of the no load speed shown on the
rating plate of the tool.
d) Check that the mains voltage matches that given on the rating plate before plugging in the
tool.
e) Ensure that the workpiece is held tight in the vise.
f) When cutting through long material, ensure that it is supported properly by packing up
each end to match the height of the vise.
g) Use only good quality blades.
h) Let the blade do the cutting at a reasonable feed.
If too much pressure is applied the motor will
be overloaded causing the blade to slow resulting in inefficient cutting and possible damage to the
motor.
i) When operating the cold cut saw,
use safety equipment including safety goggles or shield, ear
protection, dust mask and protective clothing including safety gloves.
j) Do not use the saw unless the guards are in place.
k) Always stand to one side when operating the saw.
l) Never use your hands to remove debris or waste close by the saw blade.
m) Rags, cloths, cord, string and the like should never be left around the work area.
n) Do not attempt to free a jammed blade before first switching off the machine.
o) Do not slow or stop a blade with a piece of metal.
Let the blade come to rest naturally.
p) If you are interrupted when operating the saw
, complete the process and switch off before
looking up.
q) Periodically check that all nuts, bolts and other fixings are properly tightened.
r) Always hold the saw on parts that are insulated.
If you accidentally cut into hidden wiring or
the saw’s own cable, the metal parts of the saw will become ‘live’. Switch off at the mains and
remove the plug immediately.
s) Wear gloves when handling saw blades.
t) Keep the floor area around the machine level,
well maintained and free of loose materials such
as cut-offs.
WARNING!
For your own safety read instruction manual before operating cold cut saw. Wear
eye protection. Keep hands out of path of saw blade. Do not operate saw without guards
in place. Do not perform any operation freehand. Never reach around saw blade. Turn off
tool and wait for saw blade to stop before moving workpiece or changing settings. When changing
the blade, replace and secure all guarding to its original position and correctly before starting tool.
Disconnect power (or unplug tool as applicable) before changing blade or servicing. Do not expose to
rain or use in damp locations.
WARNING.
Before connecting a tool to a power source (mains switch power point receptacle,
outlet, etc.) be sure that the voltage supply is the same as that specified on the nameplate
of the tool. A power source with a voltage greater than that specified for the tool can result in
serious injury to the user, as well as damage to the tool. If in doubt, do not plug in the tool. Using a
power source with a voltage less than the nameplate rating is harmful to the motor.
The tool must be used only for its prescribed purpose. Any use other than those mentioned in this
Manual will be considered a case of misuse. The user and not the manufacturer shall be liable for any
damage or injury resulting from such cases of misuse. The manufacturer shall not be liable for any
changes made to the tool nor for any damage resulting from such changes.
Even when the tool is used as prescribed it is not possible to eliminate all residual risk factors. The
following hazards may arise in connection with the tool’s construction and design:
• Contact with the blade.
• Kickback of workpiece and parts of workpiece.
• Blade fracture.
• Damage to hearing if effective earmuffs are not worn.
• Harmful emissions of dust when the machine is used in closed rooms.
Do not use blades that are deformed or cracked. Always remove the plug from the mains socket
before making any adjustments or maintenance, including changing the blade.
COLD CUT SAW SAFETY WARNINGS
WARNING!
When using mains-powered tools, basic safety precautions, including
the following, should always be followed to reduce risk of fire, electric shock,
personal injury and material damage.
Read the whole manual carefully and make sure you know how to switch the tool off in an
emergency, before operating the tool.
Save these instructions and other documents supplied with this tool for future reference.
The electric motor has been designed for 230V and 240V only. Always check that the power supply
corresponds to the voltage on the rating plate.
Note:
The supply of 230V and 240V on Ozito tools are interchangeable for Australia and
New Zealand.
This tool is double insulated in accordance with AS/NZS 60335-1;
therefore no earth wire is required.
If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by an electrician or a power tool repairer in order
to avoid a hazard.
Note:
Double insulation does not take the place of normal safety precautions when operating this
tool. The insulation system is for added protection against injury resulting from a possible electrical
insulation failure within the tool.
Using an Extension Lead
Always use an approved extension lead suitable for the power input of this tool. Before use, inspect
the extension lead for signs of damage, wear and ageing. Replace the extension lead if damaged
or defective.
When using an extension lead on a reel, always unwind the lead completely. Use of an extension
lead not suitable for the power input of the tool or which is damaged or defective may result in a risk
of fire and electric shock.
WARNING!
Read all safety warnings and all instructions.
Failure to follow the
warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.
Save all warnings and instructions for future reference. The term “power tool” in the
warnings refers to your mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated (cordless)
power tool.
1. Work area safety
a.
Keep work area clean and well lit
. Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents.
b.
Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable
liquids, gases or dust.
Power tools create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes.
c.
Keep children and bystanders away while operating a power tool.
Distractions can cause
you to lose control.
2. Electrical safety
a.
Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never modify the plug in any way.
Do not use any adapter plugs with earthed (grounded) power tools.
Unmodified plugs and
matching outlets will reduce risk of electric shock.
b.
Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces, such as pipes, radiators, ranges
and refrigerators.
There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is earthed or
grounded.
c.
Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions.
Water entering a power tool will
increase the risk of electric shock.
d.
Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for carrying, pulling or unplugging the power
tool. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts.
Damaged or entangled
cords increase the risk of electric shock.
e.
When operating a power tool outdoors, use an extension cord suitable for outdoor use.
Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock.
f.
If operating a power tool in a damp location is unavoidable, use a residual current device
(RCD) protected supply.
Use of an RCD reduces the risk of electric shock.
3. Personal safety
a.
Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a power
tool. Do not use a power tool while you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol
or medication.
A moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury.
b.
Use personal protective equipment. Always wear eye protection.
Protective equipment
such as dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection used for appropriate
conditions will reduce personal injuries.
c.
Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is in the off-position before connecting
to power source and/or battery pack, picking up or carrying the tool.
Carrying power
tools with your finger on the switch or energising power tools that have the switch on invites
accidents.
d.
Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning the power tool on.
A wrench or a key left attached to a rotating part of the power tool may result in personal injury.
e.
Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
This enables better control
of the power tool in unexpected situations.
f.
Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves
away from moving parts.
Loose clothes, jewellery or long hair can be caught in moving parts.
g.
If devices are provided for the connection of dust extraction and collection facilities,
ensure these are connected and properly used.
Use of dust collection can reduce dust-
related hazards.
4. Power tool use and care
a.
Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power tool for your application.
The correct
power tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed.
b.
Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn it on and off.
Any power tool that
cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
c.
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
preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the power tool accidentally.
d.
Store idle power tools out of the reach of children and do not allow persons unfamiliar
with the power tool or these instructions to operate the power tool.
Power tools are
dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
e.
Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of
parts and any other condition that may affect the power tool’s operation. If damaged,
have the power tool repaired before use.
Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained
power tools.
f.
Keep cutting tools sharp and clean.
Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting
edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control.
g.
Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc. in accordance with these instructions,
taking into account the working conditions and the work to be performed.
Use of the
power tool for operations different from those intended could result in a hazardous situation.
5. Service
a.
Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair person using only identical
replacement parts.
This will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained.
b.
If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer,
its service agent or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.
GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
