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Caution: Before plugging in the machine to the mains power supply, always make sure that the on/off switch (5) is functioning properly.
Switching the machine on (Fig. 4)
1. To switch the machine on, press the on/off switch (5) and the release switch (6) at the same time.
2. To switch off, release the on/off switch (5).
3. Attention: The saw band continues running for a time after the device has been switched off.
Handle (Fig. 5)
For safety reasons, please unplug the power cable from the mains power.
The handle (1) allows the user to maintain a firm hold during use.
1. Put the handle (1) in a comfortable and secure working position.
Switching the LED light on (Fig. 1)
1. To switch the LED (3.1) on, set the on/off switch (3) to "I (ON)". To switch the machine off, set the switch to position "O (OFF)".
2. NOTE: Wipe any dirt off the LED (3.1) with a dry cloth. Be careful to avoid scratching the LED (3.1), because this can severely reduce the light intensity.
3. Do not use thinners or spirit to clean the LED light (3.1). Such solvents may damage the LED.
4. Always switch the LED (3.1) off after work.
Speed setting wheel (Fig. 4)
CAUTION: Never change the speed with the device running.
1. The machine speed can be set between 0.7 m/s and 2.4 m/s by turning the speed setting wheel (4).
2. By turning the speed setting wheel (4) towards the number 6 you increase the speed, whilst turning it towards 1 reduces the speed.
3. Choose a suitable speed for the specific workpiece.
CAUTION: The speed setting wheel (4) can only be turned up to 6 and back to 1. If it is forcibly turned past 6 or beyond 1, it may no longer be
possible to adjust the speed.
Adjusting the workpiece stop (10) (Fig. 6)
For safety reasons, please disconnect the power cable from the mains.
While using the metal band saw, the workpiece stop (10) must be secured in the lowest position.
1. If the workpiece stop (10) may encounter an obstacle at the end of a cut, e.g. a wall or similar, loosen the screw (see fig. 6) and slide the workpiece stop (10)
upwards. Secure the workpiece stop (10) after sliding by fixing the screws again.
Attention: Make sure that the metal band saw is switched off when adjusting the workpiece stop (10)!
OPERATION
Tips for better sawing (Fig. 14)
The following recommendations should be used as a guideline (see "Recommended sawing positions" table in Fig. 14).
• Never twist the saw band during the cutting process.
• Never use liquid coolant for the metal band saw. The use of liquid coolants causes deposits on the rubber belts (17) and reduces the cutting performance.
• If severe vibrations arise during the cutting process, make sure that the sawn workpiece is securely clamped. If the vibrations continue, replace the saw band
(see "Cleaning and maintenance").
Sawing process without saw table (Fig. 13)
Warning! Only adjust or reload workpieces when the metal band saw is at a standstill.
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