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Guard Removal
NB. Do not use without the Guard.
1.
Ensure the tool is unplugged from the mains supply.
2.
Unscrew the guard release screw. Slide off the guard.
(Diagram E)
NB. When replacing the guard the blade can protrude
through the slot in the base plate. To avoid injury ensure
that the hand is kept well clear. Ensure the guard is
replaced the correct way round.
Clamping
It is not normally necessary to clamp the material being cut
as long as it is fully supported on a work surface and held
with one hand. Clamping should be used where;
The operator is inexperienced in the use of power saws or
weak handed
Small parts or tough material is to be cut.
Cutting Limitations
There is no limitation on the size of material that can be cut
as long as it is fully supported.
The saw will cut up to 12 mm deep. Material up to twice as
thick can be cut if cutting is performed on both sides.
Holding and Switching On
Holding the tool correctly will result in easier and safer
operation, with less fatigue.
Right handed operator:
(Diagram F)
1.
Grasp the handle firmly with the right hand so that it feels
comfortable. The thumb should be towards the rear of
the power switch.
2.
Do not cover any of the front vents and no more than
one rear vent.
3.
To operate, ensure that any part of the thumb between
the tip and middle joint is over the serrated area of the
switch. (Whichever part is most comfortable) Squeeze
the switch in towards the handle and then pull
backwards.
Left handed operator: (Diagram G)
1.
Grasp the handle firmly with the left hand so that it feels
comfortable. The forefinger should be towards the rear of
the power switch.
2.
Do not cover any of the front vents and no more than
one rear vent.
3.
To operate, ensure that any part of the forefinger
between the tip and middle joint is over the serrated area
of the switch. (Whichever part is most comfortable)
Squeeze the switch in towards the handle and then pull
backwards.
Guard Lock
1.
Place the tool at the start of the cut.
2.
Switch on the tool in accordance with the instruction
manual. Next release the guard lock.
(Diagram H)
Then
plunge the saw blade to start the cut. The guard lock is
released by pushing in the direction of the arrow in the
diagram. Either the hand holding the tool or work piece
can be used, whichever is easier.
3.
After the cut has been finished and the tool switched off,
ensure the guard lock has fully returned to its resting
position. If not clean thoroughly with a soft brush.
Cutting
The EXAKT Precision Saw is unique because it clamps the
material to be cut between its base plate and the work
surface using a plunge action to ease the blade into the cut.
This results in a faster, easier and cleaner cut.
NB. Always cut in a forward direction. Never draw the
tool backwards. If you are a novice user, practice by
cutting thin wood until proficient.
1.
Check the specifications to ensure the suitability of the
material to be cut.
2.
Fit the correct blade ensuring it is sharp and not
damaged.
3.
Set the depth of cut. (See Setting the Cutting Depth
Section)
4.
Place the material to be cut onto a flat surface such as a
workbench, table or floor. Use a piece of scrap material
underneath if:
You do not wish to mark the work surface.
The work surface is likely to damage the blade. E.g. a
concrete floor.
5.
Plug into mains supply.
6.
Grasp the tool firmly
(See Holding & Switching on
Section)
and rest its metal base plate onto the surface to
be cut. Ensure that the rear half of the base plate
overhangs the work surface. Do not plunge the blade
into the material.
7.
Switch on the tool and wait for one second for the blade
to run up to speed. Next, depress the guard lock lever
and plunge the blade into the material slowly and gently,
but firmly. Then push the tool
forwards
along the line to
be cut.
(Never draw the tool backwards)
8.
Very little force should be used to feed the tool along the
cut. Excess force will cause operator fatigue and
excessive wear to the blade and tool. Excess force is
also likely to cause the temperature cut-out to trip,
resulting in delays.
9.
Ensure that the base plate is always held flat on the
material being cut. This is particularly important at the
start or finish of a cut or if thin strips are being cut where
the base plate is not fully supported.
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