Silverline 1200W Circular Saw 185mm - Manual (Page 7)

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1 Dust Extraction Port
2 Blade Direction Indicator
3 Bevel Angle Locking Screw
4 Blade Flange
5 Blade Securing Bolt
6 Guide Locking Screw
7 Base Plate
8 Parallel Guide Fence
9 Blade Guard
10 Guard Retraction Lever
11 Riving Knife Bolts
12 Rear Handle
13 Riving Knife
14 Bevel Locking Screw
15 Depth Locking Screw
16 Brush Access Cover Screws
17 On/Off Trigger
18 Lock Off Button
19 Front Handle
20 Pin Spanner
21 Spanner
Product Familiarisation
Fig A:
A – Riving knife
B – Kerf (cutting/teeth width)
C – Blade body
Circular Saw Safety
WARNING. Before connecting a tool to a power source (mains switch power point
receptacle, outlet, etc.) be sure that the voltage supply is the same as that specified on
the nameplate of the tool. A power source with a voltage greater than that specified for
the tool can result in serious injury to the user, and damage to the tool. If in doubt, do not
plug in the tool. Using a power source with a voltage less than the nameplate rating is
harmful to the motor.
• Do not allow anyone under the age of 18 years to operate this saw
• When operating the saw, use safety equipment including safety goggles or shield, ear
protection, dust mask and protective clothing including safety gloves
• Hand-held power tools may produce vibration. Vibration can cause disease. Gloves may
help to maintain good blood circulation in the fingers. Hand-held tools should not be
used for long periods without a break
• Always use recommended blades with correct size and shape of arbor holes e.g.
diamond or round. Blades that do not match the mounting hardware of the saw will run
eccentrically, causing loss of control
• Whenever possible, use a vacuum dust extraction system to control dust/waste
• Power tools must always be held by the insulated gripping surfaces when performing
an operation, ensuring protection if the cutting tool makes contact with its own cord or
hidden wiring. Contact with a ‘live’ wire will make exposed metal parts of the power tool
‘live’ and shock the operator if the insulated gripping surfaces are not used
• Ensure hands are kept away from the cutting area and blade. Keep one hand on the
auxiliary handle or motor housing. If both hands are holding the tool they cannot be cut
by the blade
• Do not attempt to cut material thicker than detailed in the Specifications section of this
manual
• Adjust the cutting depth to the thickness of the workpiece i.e. less than a full tooth of
the blade should be visible below the workpiece
• Ensure that work is correctly supported. Large panels may sag under their own weight
and bind the saw blade. Supports must be placed under the panel on both sides, close
to the line of cut and near the edge of the panel
• Ensure all supports and power cables are completely clear of the cutting path
• Always secure the workpiece to a stable platform, ensuring body exposure is minimised,
avoiding blade binding, or loss of control
• For accuracy of cut, and to avoid blade binding, always use a rip fence or straight edge
guide
• Never hold a workpiece in your hand or across your legs whilst cutting
• Always stand at an angle to the tool when operating
• Be aware that the blade will project from the underside of the workpiece
• Do not reach beneath the workpiece where the guard cannot protect you from the blade
• Note the direction of rotation of the motor and the blade
• Inspect the workpiece and remove all nails and other embedded objects prior to starting
work
• Do not apply any sideways or twisting force to the blade whilst cutting
• If a cut does not extend to the edge of the workpiece, or if the blade binds in the cut,
allow the blade to come to a complete stop and lift the saw out of the workpiece
• Do not attempt to free a jammed blade before first disconnecting the machine from
power
• Do not move the saw backwards at any time whilst cutting
• Beware of projected waste. In some situations, waste material may be projected at
speed from the cutting tool. It is the user’s responsibility to ensure that other people in
the work area are protected from the possibility of projected waste
• If you are interrupted when operating the saw, complete the process and switch off
before diverting your attention
• The blade bolt and washers were specially designed for your saw. For optimum
performance and safety of operation never use damaged or incorrect bolt/blade
washers
• Regularly check the operation of the blade guard. If the guard does not automatically
cover the blade, have the saw repaired before use
• Periodically check that all nuts, bolts and other fixings have not loosened, tighten where
necessary
The tool must be used only for its prescribed purpose. Any use other than those mentioned
in this manual will be considered a case of misuse. The user, and not the manufacturer,
shall be liable for any damage or injury resulting from such cases of misuse.
The manufacturer shall not be liable for any modifications made to the tool nor for any
damage resulting from such modifications.
Even when the tool is used as prescribed it is not possible to eliminate all residual risk
factors.
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