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PLUNGE CUTTING
Plunge cutting is only possible with soft materials such as
plasterboard, wood and aerated concrete etc.
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Practice. Before plunge cutting on the workpiece
practice on scrap material first to determine if it’s sui-
table for the material/blade being used.
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Use short blades only.
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Ensure the bottom edge of the footplate rests on the
workpiece as shown below.
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Start off slowly at a shallow angle, gradually moving
the saw to 90 degrees angle to the surface and conti-
nue along the cutting line.
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When the cut is finished, switch off and withdraw the
saw when the blade has stopped moving.
FLUSH SAWING
Flexible bi-metal blades allow you to cut projecting
objects like pipes or bars flush to the surface.
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Make sure the blade is suitable for flush sawing.
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Apply the flat surface of the saw blade directly to the
surface bending it so the footplate rests on the sur-
face but not the object to be cut.
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Start off at slow speed and apply the blade using
gentle constant pressure and a suitable speed to cut
the workpiece.
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When the cut is finished switch off and move the
blade away when it’s stopped moving
DURING USE
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Place the blade gently onto the work piece –
this is a powerful machine and will kick if the
blade is pressed too hard, jammed in the cut
or the tip of the blade touches the workpiece
when the saw is running.
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Always use two hands to control the machine.
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Adjust the stroke rate to suit the material and profile
of the cut.
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Tight radius cuts require narrow saw blades.
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Check material for foreign bodies
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For example check wood, plasterboard and building
materials for nails screws etc.
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Check for services. Make sure that there no electri-
cal wires, water or gas pipes in the material being cut.
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Apply suitable lubricant, when cutting metal or hard
materials.
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Do not use water as a lubricant/coolant.
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Clamp material properly. Do not use hand or foot to
support the work piece.
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Keep the footplate on the surface of material.
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Use constant gentle pressure.
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If the blade seizes in the cut, switch off and open the
cut with a suitable tool before pulling the blade out –
never switch the saw on with the blade jammed.
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Reciprocating blade. Be aware of backlash if you
touch the floor or workpiece with the saw running.
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Do not put the machine down with the motor still
running.
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Do not put the machine down on a dusty surface –
dust will get into the air vents and damage the motor.
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Regularly inspect the blade during use (switch off
first) for signs of damage or wear and replace when
required.
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Switch the machine off before removing the plug
from the mains socket.
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Be careful. Do not point the saw at yourself or other
people. Keep your hands away from the blade. Saw
away from yourself.
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