– Set the parallel stopper to the required dimen-
sions and secure with the locking screw (4).
Sawing
WARNING! Risk of kickback! Always
guide the saw, never the work piece!
Always hold the device tightly with both
hands.
Never pull the saw backwards!
Never tilt the blade!
DANGER! Risk of injury! Never hold the
work piece that you are working with in your
hand, on your lap, or against other body
parts.
Always clamp the work piece firmly in place.
Do not process work pieces that are too
small to be clamped.
NOTICE! Risk of damage to the unit!
Only use saw blades that are appropriate for
the material you are processing.
Always operate the saw with gentle force.
– Place the material to be cut on an even, suitable
surface and secure to prevent it slipping.
– Mark the cutting line or set the parallel stopper.
– Hold the device firmly with one hand and place
the front edge of the foot plate on the work piece.
– Turn on the device.
– Press the device firmly up against the work piece
and saw slowly along the cutting line (never pull
the saw backwards!).
Tips for sawing
– When sawing, the foot plate must rest safety and
fully on the work piece.
– When making cut-outs (e.g. cutting out parts of
kitchen worktops) first drill a hole with a suitable
diameter in the work piece and start the saw in
this hole.
– When sawing metal, apply coolant or lubrication
to the cutting line.
Error/Fault
Unit does not work.
Sawing performance is not good
enough.
Saw blade distorted
If you can't fix the fault yourself, contact your nearest
vendor. Please be aware that any improper repairs
will also invalidate the warranty and additional costs
may be incurred.
– When sawing small or thin work pieces always
– Curves, circles or similar shapes must be made at
Things to note when sawing plastic
– When sawing plastic, if possible, use a new blade.
– When sawing, ensure speedy operation. If you
Things to note when sawing metal
– When sawing metal, use a special blade.
– Saw with a low but even speed.
– When cutting profiles, start cutting at the thin side.
– When cutting U-shaped profiles, start cutting at
Cleaning
Cleaning overview
Regularly and according to the operating condi-
tions
What?
Clean the ventilation slots
of the motor to remove
dust.
Clean the device.
Troubleshooting
What to do when something doesn't work...
Malfunctions are often caused by minor faults. You
can easily remedy most of these yourself. Please
consult the following table before contacting the ven-
dor. You will save yourself a lot of trouble and possibly
money too.
Cause
Device is faulty?
Saw blade not suitable for the mate-
rial?
Saw blade is worn?
Too much load?
Disposal
Disposal of the appliance
A crossed-out wheelie bin icon means: Bat-
teries and rechargeable batteries, electrical
or electronic devices must not be disposed of
use a stable surface or a work bench.
a low speed.
saw too slowly, the plastic will heat up, become
soft and adhere to the teeth of the blade. The cut
will be untidy and you will need to clean the blade.
the closed side.
DANGER! Risk of injury! Pull out the
power plug before conducting any mainte-
nance work on the device.
DANGER! Risk of injury! Unprofessional
repairs may mean that your unit will no
longer operate safely. This endangers you
and your environment.
Remedy
Contact your local vendor.
Fit an appropriate saw blade.
► Fitting the saw blade – p. 30.
Reduce the pressure on the saw
blade.
GB
How?
Use a vacuum, cleaning
brush or paint brush.
Wipe the unit with a damp
cloth.
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