Scheppach 5801801985, Original Instruction Manual

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9 GB
parts in all cutting positions.
b) Check the condition and function of the spring for
the protective covering. Have the saw repaired before
use if the protective covering and spring do not work
perfectly. Damaged parts, sticky residuals or piles of
saw dust can interfere with the working of the lower
protective cover.
c) When making an “inserted cut” that does not describe
a right angle, make sure that the saw is guarded against
slipping to the side. Slippage can lead to a saw blade
jam and a kickback.
d) Do not put the saw on the workbench or the floor
without making sure that the protective cover is over
the saw blade. An unprotected, running saw blade can
move the saw against the cutting direction and saw
what is in the way. Check the delay time of the saw.
Additional safety instructions for all
sawing with a wedge
a) Use the right wedge for the saw blade that is in use.
The wedge must be thicker than the thickness of the
steel blade but thinner than the width of the teeth.
b) Adjust the wedge as described in the operating in-
structions. Incorrect thickness, position or direction can
be the reason that the wedge does not effectively pre-
vent a kickback.
c) Always use a wedge, except when making an insert-
ed cut. Reassemble the wedge after an inserted cut.
The wedge is in the way when making an inserted cut
and can cause a kickback.
d) In order for the wedge to be effective, it must be in
the sawing gap. For short cuts, a wedge does not work
to prevent kickbacks.
e) Never run the saw with a bent wedge. Even the small-
est defect can slow down the closing of the protective
cover.
Instructions for all saws
• Do not use a sanding belt.
• Make sure that the wedge is adjusted so that the dis-
tance to the sprocket ring of the saw blade is not
more than 5 mm and that the sprocket ring does not
stick out more than 5 mm above the lower edge of
the wedge.
• Make sure that the dust catching mechanism is cor-
rectly installed, as is described in this manual.
• Wear breathing protection.
• Only those saw blades recommended in the manual
should be used.
• Always wear ear protection.
• Replace the saw blades as described in this manual.
• The maximum cut depth is 55 mm.
If the electrical cable of this tool is damaged it must be
replaced by the manufacturer or the customer service
department or a similarly qualified specialist in order to
avoid dangers.
Further special safety instructions for
circular saws
a) Only use the recommended saw blades which cor-
respond to EN 847-1.
b) Do not use sanding belts.
c) Only use the manufacturer’s original saw blades
with the number Ø 160 mm, 5500/min, 160 x 20 x 2.0.
Do not use any saw blades which do not correspond
to the characteristics described in these operating in-
structions. Saw blades may not be brought to a stop by
pressure on the machine from the side.
Make sure that the saw blade is tightly assembled and
turns in the correct direction.
Special Safety Instructions
Safety instructions for circular saws
- Hold the equipment on the insulated handles, when
you undertake work in which the tool being used could
come into contact with hidden electrical wires, or its
own cable. Contact with a live power source can elec-
trify the metal parts of the tool and lead to an electri-
cal shock.
Remaining hazards
The machine has been built using modern technol-
ogy in accor dance with recognized safety rules.
Some remaining hazards, how ever, may still exist.
• The use of incorrect or damaged mains cables can
lead to injuries caused by electricity.
• Even when all safety measures are taken, some re-
maining hazards which are not yet evident may still
be present.
• Remaining hazards can be minimized by following the
instructions in „Safety Precautions“, „Proper Use“ and
in the entire operating manual.
• Do not force the machine unnecessarily: excessive
cutt ing pressure may lead to rapid deterioration of
the blade and a decrease in performance in terms of
finish and cutting precision.
• When cutting aluminium and plastics always use the
app ro priate clamps: all workpieces must be clamped
down firmly.
• Avoid accidental starts: do not press the start button
while inserting the plug into the socket.
• Always use the tools recommended in this manual
to obtain the best results from your plunge cut saw.
• Always keep hands away from the work area when
the ma chine is running; before performing tasks of
any kind release the main switch button located on
the handgrip, thus disconnecting the machine.