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spring-loaded brush assembly. Keep brushes clean and
sliding freely in their guides. Always replace a used brush
in the same orientation in the holder as it was prior to its
removal.
Use only identical STANLEY brushes. Use of the correct
grade of brush is essential for proper operation of electric
brake. The tool must run at no load for 10 minutes before
use. The electric brake may be erratic in operation until
the brushes are properly seated. While running at no load
do not tie, tape, or otherwise lock the trigger switch on.
Rail Lock Knob (Fig. 2)
The rail lock knob (ddd) allows you to lock the saw head
firmly no sliding on the rails. This is necessary when
making certain cuts or when transporting the saw.
Sliding Stop (Fig. 21)
The sliding stop control (ggg) positions your saws rails
so that the largest possible verticle moldings can be
cut. ALWAYS TIGHTEN THE RAIL LOCK KNOB WHEN
USING THE SLIDE STOP TO PREVENT THE SLIDE
SYSTEM FROM MOVING UNINTENTIONALLY
Head Lock Down Pin (Fig. 6)
To lock the saw head in the down position, push the head
down, push the pin (o) in and release the saw head. This
will hold the saw head safely down for moving the saw
from place to place. To release, press the saw head down
and pull the pin out.
USE
WARNING: Always observe the safety instructions
and applicable regulations.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal
injury, turn tool off and disconnect tool from power
source before making any adjustments or removing/
installing attachments or accessories.
Ensure the machine is placed to satisfy your ergonomic
conditions in terms of table height and stability. The
machine site shall be chosen so that the operator has a
good overview and enough free surrounding space around
the machine that allows handling of the workpiece without
any restrictions.
To reduce effects of vibration make sure the environment
temperature is not too cold, machine and accessory is
well maintained and the workpiece size is suitable for this
machine.
Prior to Operation
♦ Install the appropriate saw blade. Do not use
excessively worn blades. The maximum rotation speed
of the tool must not exceed that of the saw blade.
♦ Do not attempt to cut excessively small pieces.
♦ Allow the blade to cut freely. Do not force.
♦ Allow the motor to reach full speed before cutting.
♦ Make sure all locking knobs and clamp handles are
tight.
♦ Secure the workpiece.
♦ Although this saw will cut wood and many nonferrous
materials, we will limit our discussion to the cutting of
wood only. The same guidelines apply to the other
materials. DO NOT CUT FERROUS (IRON AND
STEEL) MATERIALS OR MASONRY WITH THIS
SAW. Do not use any abrasive blades.
♦ Make sure to use the kerf plate. Do not operate the
machine if the kerf slot is wider than 12 mm.
♦ Never cut workpieces shorter than 30 mm(Fig.22).
Switching On and Off (Fig.23)
To turn the saw on, push the lock-off lever (dd) to the left,
then depress the trigger switch (l) . The saw will run while
the switch is depressed. Allow the blade to spin up to full
operating speed before making the cut. To turn the saw off,
release the trigger switch (l). Allow the blade to stop before
raising the saw head. There is no provision for locking the
switch on. A hole (y) is provided in the trigger for insertion
of a padlock to lock the switch off.
LED Worklight System (Fig. 1, 23)
The LED Worklight System is equipped with an on/off
switch (bb) independent of the mitre saw's trigger switch.
The light does not need to be on in order to operate the
saw..
To cut through an existing pencil line on a piece of wood:
1. Turn on the switch (bb), then pull down on the operating
handle (a) to bring the saw blade close to the wood.
The shadow of the blade will appear on the wood.
2. Align the pencil line with the edge of the blade's
shadow.You may have to adjust the mitre or bevel
angles in order to match the pencil line exactly.
Body and Hand Position
Proper positioning of your body and hands when operating
the mitre saw will make cutting easier, more accurate and
safer.
♦ Never place your hands near the cutting area.
♦ Place your hands no closer than 150 mm from the
blade.
♦ Hold the workpiece tightly to the table and the fence
when cutting. Keep your hands in position until
the switch has been released and the blade has
completely stopped.
♦ Always make no load running before finish cuts so that
you can check the path of the blade.
♦ Do not cross your hands.
♦ Keep both feet firmly on the floor and maintain proper
balance.
♦ As you move the saw arm left and right, follow it and
stand slightly to the side of the saw blade.
♦ View through the guard louvres when following a
pencil line.
Cutting With Your Saw
When cutting anything larger than a 82 x 110mm
(82 x 74 mm at 450 miter) workpiece, use an out-
downback motion with the rail lock knob (ddd) loosened.
ENGLISH (
Original Instructions)
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