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E N G L I S H
Using an Extension Cable
An extension cord should not be used unless absolutely
necessary. Use an approved extension cable suitable
for the power input of your charger (see technical data).
The minimum conductor size is 1 mm
2 ; the maximum
length is 30 m.
When using a cable reel, always unwind the cable
completely.
Assembly and Adjustment
WARNING: Prior to assembly and
adjustment, always remove the battery pack.
Always switch off the tool before inserting or
removing the battery pack.
WARNING: Use only BTI battery packs and
chargers.
Inserting and Removing the Battery Pack
from the Tool (fi g. A)
1. Insert the battery pack (11) into the grip until it
clicks in place.
2. To remove the battery pack, press the two battery
release buttons (12) simultaneously and pull the
pack out of the grip.
Fitting and Removing a Saw Blade (fi g. C)
The tool-free blade exchange system ensures quick and
easy changing of saw blades.
•
Open the blade holder (6) by fully retracting the
blade latch (4).
• Insert the saw blade into the blade holder (6)
guiding the back of the blade into the groove of the
guide roller (7).
• Release the blade latch (4).
• To remove the saw blade, fully retract the blade
latch and pull the blade out of the holder.
SAW BLADES
Blade type Applications
Fine-toothed cutting blade for smooth straight cuts
Coarse-toothed cutting
blade for fast straight cuts
Metal cutting blade for ferrous and non-ferrous
metals
Flush cutting blade 1) for fi nishing off cuts up to
a wall or edge.
1) Not available in all countries.
A wide variety of dedicated saw blades is available as
an option.
WARNING: Always select your saw blade
with great care.
Setting the Bevel Angle (fi g. D)
The adjustable shoe (8) allows cutting of LH and RH
bevel angles up to 45°. The bevel scale has preset
positions at 0°, 15°, 30° and 45°.
•
Release the shoe lever (10).
• Slide the shoe (8) toward the saw blade.
• Tilt the shoe and set the desired bevel angle using
the scale.
• Tighten the shoe lever.
Setting the Pendulum Stroke (fi g. A)
The adjustable pendulum stroke guarantees a perfect
cutting stroke for different materials.
•
Slide the selector (9) to the desired position
referring to the table below. The selector can be
manipulated during operation.
Pos. Wood Metal Plastics
3 Fast cuts – PVC
2 Thick
workpieces
– Fibreglass
Acrylic
1 Plywood Aluminium –
Chipboard Non-ferrous –
0 Thin
workpieces
Sheet metal –
Fine cuts
Setting the Sawdust Blower (fi g. A)
The sawdust blower conducts an adjustable stream
of air to the saw blade to keep the workpiece clear of
sawdust during operation.
•
Set the sawdust blower using the lever (3).
–
Low: For working with metals, when using
coolants and lubricants and for use with dust
extraction.
– Intermediate: For working with wood and
similar materials in low speed.
– High: For working with wood and similar
materials in high speed.
Mounting the Plastic Anti-scratch Shoe
Cover (fi g. E)
The anti-scratch shoe cover (16) reduces damage to
the surface of (sensitive) workpieces.
•
Click the cover onto the shoe as shown.
Mounting and Removing the Anti-splinter
Shoe Insert (fi g. F1 & F2)
The anti-splinter shoe insert (17) which fi ts close to the