1. INTRODUCTION
The Arbortech AS200X Brick & Mortar Saw is
designed and manufactured in Australia, using only the
highest quality components and manufacturing
processes.
The unique patented orbital cutting action of two
reciprocating blades, allows cutting of brick, mortar
and masonry faster than traditional reciprocating saws.
This cutting action also produces minimal amounts of
airborne dust, offering a safe and controllable
operation, with the ability to cut to a depth of 4 3/4”
(120 mm), cut square corners and make variable width
cuts. The AS200X is ideally suited to a variety of tasks
including:
•removal of mortar for tuck pointing of brick
walls.
•removal of single bricks from walls.
•cutting of bricks without damage to adjacent
areas or “blow-out” stitching, keying or toothing
of brick walls “chasing” cuts for conduits and
similar items into walls.
•cutting holes in walls or other surfaces.
•finishing corner cuts in walls.
The tool can be fitted with a range of blades to best
suit different applications.
Definitions: Safety Guidelines
The definitions below describe the level of severity for
each signal word. Please read the manual and pay
attention to these symbols.
DANGER: Indicates an imminently hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or
serious injury.
WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or
serious injury.
CAUTION: Indicates a potentially hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or
moderate injury.
CAUTION: Used without the safety alert symbol
indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, may result in property damage.
Denotes risk of electric shock.
2. GENERAL POWER TOOL
SAFETY WARNINGS
WARNING Read all safety warnings,
instructions, illustrations and specifications provided
with this power tool. Failure to follow all instructions
listed below may result in electric shock, fire and/or
serious injury.
Save all warnings and instructions for future reference.
The term "power tool" in the warnings refers to your
mains-operated (corded) power tool.
1)
Work area safety
a)
Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered and
dark areas invite accidents.
b)
Do not operate power tools in explosive
atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable
liquids, gases or dust. Power tools create sparks
which may ignite the dust or fumes.
c)
Keep children and bystanders away while operating
a power tool. Distractions can cause you to lose
control.
2)
Electrical safety
a)
Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never
modify the plug in any way. Do not use any adapter
plugs with earthed (grounded) power tools.
Unmodified plugs and matching outlets will reduce
risk of electric shock.
b)
Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded
surfaces such as pipes, radiators, ranges and
refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric
shock if your body is earthed or grounded.
c)
Do not expose power tools to rain or wet
conditions. Water entering a power tool will increase
the risk of electric shock.
d)
Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for
carrying, pulling or unplugging the power tool.
Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or
moving parts. Damaged or entangled cords
increase the risk of electric shock.
e)
When operating a power tool outdoors, use an
extension cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of a
cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of
electric shock.
f)
If operating a power tool in a damp location is
unavoidable, use a residual current device (RCD)
protected supply. Use of an RCD reduces the risk of
electric shock.
3)
Personal safety
a)
Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use
common sense when operating a power tool. Do not
use a power tool while you are tired or under the
influence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment
of inattention while operating power tools may result
in serious personal injury.
b)
Use personal protective equipment. Always wear
eye protection. Protective equipment such as a dust
mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat or hearing
protection used for appropriate conditions will reduce
personal injuries.
c)
Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is in
the off-position before connecting to power source
and or battery pack, picking up or carrying the tool.
Carrying power tools with your finger on the switch or
energizing power tools that have the switch on invites
accidents.
d)
Remove any adjusting key or wrench before
turning the power tool on. A wrench or a key left
attached to a rotating part of the power tool may
result in personal injury.
e)
Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and
balance at all times. This enables better control of
the power tool in unexpected situations.
f)
Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or
jewelry. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves away
from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry or long
hair can be caught in moving parts.
g)
If devices are provided for the connection of dust
extraction and collection facilities, ensure these are
connected and properly used. Use of these
devices can reduce dust-related hazards.
h)
Do not let familiarity gained from frequent use of
tools allow you to become complacent and ignore
tool safety. A careless action can cause severe
injuries within a fraction of a second.
4)
Power tool use and care
a)
Do not force the power tool. Use the correct
power tool for your application. The correct
power tool will do the job better and safer at the
rate for which it was designed.
b)
Do not use the power tool if the switch does
not turn it on and off. Any power tool that cannot
be controlled with the switch is dangerous and
must be repaired.
c)
Disconnect the plug from the power source and/ or
the battery pack from the power tool before making
any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing
power tools. Such preventive safety measures
reduce the risk of starting the power tool
accidentally.
d)
Store idle power tools out of the reach of children
and do not allow persons unfamiliar with the power
tool or these instructions to operate the power tool.
Power tools are dangerous in the hands of
untrained users.
e)
Maintain power tools and accessories. Check for
misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage
of parts and any other condition that may affect the
power tools operation. If damaged, have the power
tool repaired before use. Many accidents are
caused by poorly maintained power tools.
f)
Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly
maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges
are less likely to bind and are easier to control.
g)
Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc.
in accordance with these instructions, taking into
account the working conditions and the work to be
performed. Use of the power tool for operations
different from those intended could result in a
hazardous situation.
h)
Keep handles and grasping surfaces dry, clean
and free from oil and grease. Slippery handles
and grasping surfaces do not allow for safe
handling and control of the tool in unexpected
situations.
5)
Service
a)
Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair
person using only identical replacement parts. This
will ensure that the safety of the power tool is
maintained.
6)
Safety instructions for reciprocating
saws
a)
Hold the power tool by insulated gripping surfaces,
when performing an operation where the cutting
accessory may contact hidden wiring or its own cord.
Cutting accessory contacting a "live" wire may make
exposed metal parts of the power tool "live"and could
give the operator an electric shock.
b)
Use clamps or another practical way to secure
and support the workpiece to a stable platform.
Holding the workpiece by hand or against your body
leaves it unstable and maylead to loss of control.
c)
Do not operate the tool with any attachment other than
those recommended in this instruction manual.
d)
Only use the tool with the correct voltage, as
specified in the tool label.
e)
Never start a tool under load. Start the tool before
engaging the work piece.
f)
Never start or operate the tool with fingers or other
objects through the holes in the blades.
g)
Use care when handling blades during and after
use. The blades and some areas of the tool become
hot in use.
h)
Always ensure that before cutting there are no
hazards such as electrical wiring, pipes or insulation
in the area to be cut.
i)
Allow for resting periods to ease the effect of the
vibration of the tool. Use work gloves to minimize
vibration effect on the body.
j)
Ensure the dust extraction equipment is connected
and properly used.
k)
The use of any accessory or attachment other than
those recommended in this instruction manual may
present a risk of personal injury.
l)
Do not force the tool. It is designed to operate with
moderate effort. Overheating of the drive system and
motor can occur if the tool is overloaded.
m)
Always operate the tool holding it with both hands.
SYMBOLS The following symbols are used in this
manual and marking of this tool
Class 2 Construction (Double Insulation
used throughout, no provision for
earthing.)
Wear breathing protection
volts alternating current
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ORIGINAL
