Ozito CMS-1621 User manual

COMPOUND
MITRE SAW
CMS-1621
STANDARD EQUIPMENT
3 YEAR REPLACEMENT WARRANTY*
Your product is guaranteed for a period of 36 months from the original date of purchase. If
a product is defective it will be replaced in accordance with the terms of this warranty. Warranty
excludes consumable parts, for example: valve adapters and accessories.
*This product is intended for DIY use only and replacement warranty covers domestic use.
WARNING
The following actions will result in the warranty being void.
• If the tool has been operated on a supply voltage other than that specified on the tool.
• If the tool shows signs of damage or defects caused by or resulting from abuse, accidents
or alterations.
• Failure to perform maintenance as set out within the instruction manual.
• If the tool is disassembled or tampered with in any way.
• Professional, industrial or high frequency use.
WARRANTY
Ozito Industries Pty. Ltd. 25 Fox Drive, Dandenong South, Victoria, Australia 3175.
210MM (8¼”)
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
SPECIFICATIONS
Mains Voltage: 220–240V ~ 50Hz
Motor Power: 1400W (S1);
1600W (S6 40%)
No Load Speed: 5,000/min
Blade: Ø210 x Ø16 x 2.8mm (48T)
Mitre Angle: 0-45° Left & Right
Bevel Angle: 0-45° Left
Max. Cutting Capacities:
Mitre 0° x Bevel 90°: 55 x 120mm
Mitre 45° x Bevel 90°: 55 x 80mm
Mitre 0° x Bevel 45°: 32 x 120mm
Mitre 45° x Bevel 45°: 32 x 80mm
Weight: 7.1kg
ozito.com.au
Compound Mitre Saw
2 x Material Support Bars
2 x Hex Keys & Dust Bag
0821
IN ORDER TO MAKE A CLAIM UNDER THIS WARRANTY
YOU MUST RETURN THE PRODUCT TO YOUR NEAREST
BUNNINGS WAREHOUSE WITH YOUR BUNNINGS
REGISTER RECEIPT. PRIOR TO RETURNING YOUR
PRODUCT FOR WARRANTY PLEASE TELEPHONE OUR
CUSTOMER SERVICE HELPLINE:
Australia: 1800 069 486
New Zealand: 0508 069 486
The benefits provided under this warranty are in addition to other rights and remedies which
are available to you at law.
Our goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded at law. You are entitled to a
replacement or refund for a major failure and for compensation for any other reasonably
foreseeable loss or damage. You are also entitled to have the goods repaired or replaced if the
goods fail to be of acceptable quality and the failure does not amount to a major failure.
Generally you will be responsible for all costs associated with a claim under this warranty,
however, where you have suffered any additional direct loss as a result of a defective product
you may be able to claim such expenses by contacting our customer service helpline above.
TO ENSURE A SPEEDY RESPONSE PLEASE HAVE
THE MODEL NUMBER AND DATE OF PURCHASE
AVAILABLE. A CUSTOMER SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE
WILL TAKE YOUR CALL AND ANSWER ANY QUESTIONS
YOU MAY HAVE RELATING TO THE WARRANTY POLICY
OR PROCEDURE.

1. Safety Release Lever
2. Carry Handle
3. Retractable Blade Guard
4. On/Off Trigger
5. Cutting Handle
6. Motor
7. Lock Down Pin
8. Bevel lock
9. Material Support Bar
10. Mounting Point
11. Fence
12. Mitre Table
13. Mitre Table Lock
14. Material Clamp
COMPOUND MITRE SAW
KNOW YOUR PRODUCT
1. ASSEMBLY
SETUP & PREPARATION
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Unpacking
1. Remove foam packaging materials and using the carry handle,
carefully lift the mitre saw from its box and place it on a level
work surface.
2. Release cutting
head from
its transport
position. While
holding the
head of the saw
down release
the lock down
pin.
Dust Bag
1. Squeeze the clamp at the end of the
dust bag, place over the dust extraction
port.
Note: The dust extraction port can block
easily with dust and requires to be
periodically cleaned. For more efficient
operation, empty the dust bag when it is
no more than half full. This allows better
air flow through the bag. Dust bags will not
collect all the saw dust generated by the
mitre saw. For best results a dust extractor
should be used in place of the dust bag.
Material Clamp
Material clamp will assist
securing timber when making
cuts.
The clamp can be mounted on
either the left or right.
Note: Use the locking knobs to
secure the material clamp.
When performing a bevel or compound
cut, the material clamp should be
positioned on the right hand side of the
fence.
HOLD
DOWN
WARNING! ENSURE THE TOOL IS TURNED OFF AND
DISCONNECTED FROM THE POWER SUPPLY BEFORE
PERFORMING ANY OF THE FOLLOWING OPERATIONS.

Securing The Mitre Saw
The base of the saw has four
mounting holes (1 in each
corner) that can be used to
mount it to a workbench or
mitre saw stand. Use four bolts
(not included) to secure it in
place.
Note: If required, the Mitre Saw
can be mounted onto a 13mm
piece (or thicker) of plywood
which can then be clamped to
the work bench or mitre saw stand. This provides the flexibility to
transport the Mitre Saw to other work areas.
Mitre Angle Adjustments
1. Loosen mitre table lock.
2. Rotate the mitre
table to the desired
mitre angle using
the mitre angle
scale.
Note: The mitre table features positive click stops at 0°, 5°, 10°,
15°, 22.5°, 30°, 35°, 40° and 45° for quick setting of common
mitre angles.
3. Secure the desired table angle by turning the mitre table lock
clockwise.
WARNING! ENSURE THE MITRE TABLE LOCK IS
TIGHT BEFORE MAKING A CUT. FAILURE TO DO SO
MAY RESULT IN THE MITRE TABLE MOVING DURING
OPERATION & CAUSE SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY.
Material Support Bars
1. Align a material support bar with the
holes in the mitre saw base.
2. Use the provided 5mm hex key to
tighten this in place.
3. Repeat steps 1 & 2 for the other side.
2. SETUP & ADJUSTMENTS

Bevel Angle Adjustment
1. Loosen the bevel lock.
2. Tilt the cutting head to the desired
bevel angle.
Note: The material clamp cannot be
used on the left side of the mitre saw
whilst bevel cutting.
3. Tighten the bevel lock to lock the angle in place.
WARNING! ENSURE THE BEVEL LOCK IS TIGHT
BEFORE MAKING A CUT. FAILURE TO DO SO MAY
RESULT IN THE CUTTING HEAD MOVING DURING
OPERATION & CAUSE SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY.
Fence
The fence holds the workpiece in a fixed position while the table
and or the blade assembly are adjusted in a mitre or bevel angle.
Make sure that no part of the tool contacts the fence when bevel
or compound mitre cutting. Always make a dry run with the saw
turned off and check clearance.
To make accurate cuts, the fence must be perpendicular (at a 90°
angle) to the saw blade. The fence may become misaligned over
time, so always perform a test cut on a scrap piece of material
beforehand. Follow the steps below to re-align the fence.
1. With the saw switched off and unplugged
from the power source, set the mitre
angle to 0° and loosen the 2 screws on
the top of the fence.
2. Flip the safety guard
lever, lower the cutting
head and hold it in place
using the lock down pin.
3. Hold a set square against the blade
and adjust the fence till it lines up
against the square.
Note: The square must contact the
blade, not the teeth, for an accurate
reading.
4. Tighten the fence screws to lock it in place.
Workpiece
Place the workpiece flat on the
mitre table with one edge securely
against the rear fence.
Note: If the workpiece is warped,
ensure the concave (curves inward)
side is against the rear fence.
WARNING! ADEQUATE SUPPORT SUCH AS TABLE
EXTENSIONS, SAW HORSES, ETC. MUST BE USED FOR
A WORKPIECE THAT IS WIDER OR LONGER THAN THE
TABLE TOP. FAILURE TO DO SO MAY LEAD TO INJURY
OR DAMAGE TO THE TOOL.
It is extremely important to always
secure the workpiece properly and
tightly with the material clamp.
WARNING! ENSURE THE MATERIAL IS SECURELY
CLAMPED BEFORE MAKING ANY CUTS. FAILURE TO
SECURE THE MATERIAL MAY CAUSE THE WORKPIECE
TO FLY OFF AND CAUSE PERSONAL INJURY.
Retractable Safety Guard
The lower guard provides protection to your hands and limbs when
the mitre saw head is in the up position. During the operation of
the saw, when the saw is turned on and you are making a cut, the
lower guard retracts over the upper guard
as the saw is lowered into the work piece.
1. To retract the lower guard, slide the
release lever right with your thumb and
press handle down.
Turning The Saw On
1. To turn the mitre saw on, squeeze the
trigger switch.
2. To turn the mitre saw off, release the
trigger switch.
Note: Before performing a cut, ensure the
blade is at full speed. Failure to do this
may cause the blade to become blunt and
cause the blade to lock-up.
3. USAGE
OPERATION
1.
2.
1.
2.
90°
WARNING! THE TOOL IS RECOMMENDED FOR USE
WITH A RESIDUAL CURRENT DEVICE WITH A RATED
RESIDUAL CURRENT OF 30MA OR LESS.

4. TYPES OF CUTS 5. TROUBLESHOOTING
CMS-1621
Straight Cutting
A straight cut is made by cutting
the grain of the workpiece. A 90°
straight cut is made with the mitre
scale set in the 0°.
Max. cutting
capacity wood:
55 x 120mm
Mitre Cuts
Mitre cuts are made with the mitre
scale set at an angle other than 0°
Max. cutting
capacity wood:
55 x 80mm
Bevel Cutting
A bevel cut is made by cutting across
the grain of the workpiece with the
blade angled to the mitre table.
Max. cutting
capacity wood:
32 x 120mm
WARNING! ENSURE THE FENCE IS CLEAR OF THE
BLADE BEFORE BEVELLING.
Compound Mitre Cuts
A compound mitre cut involves using
a mitre angle and a bevel angle at
the same time.
Max. cutting
capacity wood:
32 x 80mm
(Left),
WARNING! DO NOT USE THE MITRE SAW TO CUT
METAL OR MASONRY.
WARNING! FOR ALL TYPES OF CUTS, ENSURE THAT
THE SAW IS LOCKED INTO POSITION.
45º< >45º
90º
Mitre 45º< >45º Mitre
>45ºLeft
90º
0º
>45ºLeft
45º< >45º
90º
Mitre 45º< >45º Mitre
>45ºLeft
90º
0º
>45ºLeft
Symptom Possible Cause Suggested Solution
Mitre saw will
not start.
No power at power
point.
Check that the power
switch is on.
Cord not connected. Check that the cord is
plugged in.
Mitre saw
operates
sporadically or
at low power.
Low power supply
or improper
extension cord.
Inspect power supply or
power cords.
Worn or cracked
carbon brushes.
Inspect carbon brushes;
replace if damaged or
worn.
Wood burns at
ends of cut
Dirty blade. Clean blade using blade
cleaner or mineral spirits.
Material is binding. Check position of
workpiece on table.
Material must be flat, flush
against fence & supported
on ends.
Workpiece
frays or chips
out.
Finished side is
down.
Keep finished side of
workpiece up or facing
operator.
Blade chipped or
dull.
Check for damaged teeth.
Sharpen or replace blade.
Blade inappropriate
for material.
Check blade
manufacturer’s
recommendations for
material being cut. For
cross cutting hardwood &
for precision cuts, use a
thin kerf blade with 60 or
more teeth.
Workpiece is
unsupported.
Use a thin piece of scrap
material, such as 6mm
plywood underneath or
behind the workpiece to
support the edges of the
workpiece as it is being
cut.
Blade binds,
slowing or
stopping the
saw.
Workpiece is
misaligned or
the ends are not
supported.
Workpiece must be flat
on table, flush against the
fence & supported on both
ends.
Workpiece is wet,
contaminated or
inappropriate blade
is being used.
Check condition of
workpiece & check
compatibility of blade to
workpiece.

Carbon Brushes
When the carbon brushes wear out, the mitre saw will spark and/
or stop. Discontinue use as soon as this happens. They should
be replaced prior to recommencing use of the mitre saw. Carbon
brushes are a wearing component of the mitre saw therefore
not covered under warranty. Continuing to use the mitre saw
when carbon brushes need to be replaced may cause permanent
damage to the mitre saw. Carbon brushes will wear out after many
uses but when the carbon brushes need to be replaced, take the
mitre saw to an electrician or a power tool repairer for a quick and
low cost replacement. Always replace both carbon brushes at the
same time.
Note: A small amount of sparking may be visible through the
housing vents. This is normal and does not indicate a problem.
Transportation
The lock down pin is provided for holding the cutting head down
whilst transporting or storing the mitre saw. The saw must never
be used with the lock down pin locking the head down. Tighten the
slide lock during transportation
Supply Cords
If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by an
electrician or a power tool repairer in order to avoid a hazard.
Note: Ozito Industries will not be responsible for any damage or
injuries caused by the repair of the mitre saw by an unauthorised
person or by mishandling of the mitre saw.
Changing The Blade
WARNING! NEVER USE A BLADE THAT IS TOO THICK.
NEVER USE A BLADE THAT IS LARGER THAN THE
STATED CAPACITY OF THE MITRE SAW. IT MIGHT
COME INTO CONTACT WITH THE BLADE GUARD & RISK
PERSONAL INJURY OR DAMAGE TO THE MITRE SAW.
THIS WILL NOT BE COVERED UNDER WARRANTY.
WARNING! WEAR GLOVES WHEN PERFORMING A
BLADE CHANGE OPERATION.
Only use mitre saw blades with maximum speeds equal to
or higher than the maximum speed marked on the tool. Only
blades with the following dimensions may be used with this
tool.
(Diameter) 210 x (Bore) 16 x (Kerf) 2.8mm
1. Ensure the plug is disconnected from
the mains power supply. Ensure the
cutting head is raised. If the head lock
down pin is locked in place, pull the
head lock down pin and gently raise the
cutting head.
2. Raise the lower guard out of the way and hold it
3. Using the 5mm Hex Key loosen the
guard cover screw until it disengages
the blade bolt cover.
4. Swing the blade bolt cover up and out
of the way to reveal the bolt head in the
centre of the blade.
5. Place the 6mm Hex Key onto the blade bolt in the centre of the
blade.
6. Depress the spindle lock button. To
ensure it engages correctly, rotate the
Hex Key until the spindle lock clicks into
position.
Note: The spindle lock button holds the
blade in place when using the 6mm Hex
Key to change the blade.
7. Loosen the bolt in the centre of the blade by turning the Hex Key
clockwise as the blade bolt is a left hand thread.
Note: Make sure the inner flange stays in place on the spindle.
Note: The outer flange has two flat
faces on the inner ring, whereas The
inner flange is fully circular.
MAINTENANCE
WARNING! BEFORE CLEANING THE TOOL OR
CARRYING OUT ANY MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE,
MAKE SURE THAT IT IS DISCONNECTED FROM THE
POWER SUPPLY TO PREVENT ACCIDENTAL STARTING.
OUTER
FLANGE
INNER
FLANGE
HOLD
DOWN

8. Remove the blade bolt
followed by the outer flange.
The blade can now be
removed by pulling away
from the spindle. Put it
aside ready to use in the
reassembly of the new
blade.
Note: Use a rubber mallet to tap the blade off if it is stuck on the
tool.
9. Install the new blade over the spindle and onto the inner flange.
10. Replace the outer flange by placing the cupped side of the
flange against the blade followed by the blade bolt.
11. Place the 6mm Hex Key provided onto the blade bolt in the
centre of the blade.
12. Depress the spindle lock button. To ensure it engages correctly,
rotate the Hex Key until the spindle lock clicks into position.
13. Tighten the blade bolt in the centre of the blade by turning the
Hex Key ant-clockwise as the blade bolt is a left hand thread.
14. Swing the blade bolt cover back into place and secure it with
the guard cover screw. Make sure the lower guard operates
smoothly and properly protects from the blade before using
the saw.
WARNING! ENSURE THAT THE CORRECT BLADE
BUSH THAT MAY BE REQUIRED SUITS THE SPINDLE &
BLADES THAT ARE FITTED,
WARNING! TO ENSURE THE CORRECT BLADE
ROTATION, ALWAYS INSTALL THE BLADE WITH THE
TEETH POINTING DOWNWARDS. ENSURE THE ARROW
DIRECTION ON THE BLADE CORRESPONDS WITH THE
ARROW ON THE UPPER BLADE GUARD.
DESCRIPTION OF SYMBOLS
VVolts Hz Hertz
~Alternating current WWatts
Revolutions or
reciprocation per minute
no No load speed
Warning
Wear hearing protection
Read instruction manual
Wear eye protection
Wear eye, ear & breathing
protection
Double insulated
/min
Keep hands away from blade Wear breathing protection
R.C.M. Regulatory
compliance mark
Wear gloves
Power tools that are no longer usable should not
be disposed of with household waste but in an
environmentally friendly way. Please recycle where
facilities exist. Check with your local council authority for
recycling advice.
Recycling packaging reduces the need for landfill and raw
materials. Reuse of recycled material decreases pollution
in the environment. Please recycle packaging where
facilities exist. Check with your local council authority for
recycling advice.
CARING FOR THE ENVIRONMENT
SPARE PARTS
Spare parts can be ordered from the Special Orders Desk at your
local Bunnings Warehouse.
For further information, or any parts not listed here, visit
www.ozito.com.au or contact Ozito Customer Service:
Australia 1800 069 486
New Zealand 0508 069 486
E-mail: [email protected]
Blade Bolt
Inner Flange
Outer Flange
Blade
Spindle
WARNING! When using mains-powered tools, basic safety precautions, including the following, should
always be followed to reduce risk of fire, electric shock, personal injury and material damage.
Read the whole manual carefully and make sure you know how to switch the tool off in an emergency,
before operating the tool.
Save these instructions and other documents supplied with this tool for future reference.
This tool has been designed for 230V and 240V only. Always check that the power supply corresponds to the voltage
on the rating plate. A power source with a voltage greater than that specified for the tool can result in serious injury
to the user, as well as 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.
Note: The supply of 230V and 240V on Ozito tools are interchangeable for Australia and New Zealand.
This tool is double insulated; therefore no earth wire is required.
Note: Double insulation does not take the place of normal safety precautions when operating this tool.
The insulation system is for added protection against injury resulting from a possible electrical insulation
failure within the tool.
Using an Extension Lead
Always use an approved extension lead suitable for the power input of this tool. Before use, inspect the extension
lead for signs of damage, wear and ageing. Replace the extension lead if damaged or defective.
When using an extension lead on a reel, always unwind the lead completely. Use of an extension lead not suitable for
the power input of the tool or which is damaged or defective may result in a risk of fire and electric shock.
The power supply for this product should be protected by a residual current device (rated at 30mA or less). A residual
current device reduces the risk of electric shock.
ELECTRICAL SAFETY

WARNING! The appliance is not to be used by persons (including children) with reduced physical,
sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given
supervision or instruction. Young children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play
with the appliance.
• Mitre saws are intended to cut wood or wood-like products, they cannot be used with abrasive cut-off
wheels for cutting ferrous materials such as bars, rods studs, etc. Abrasive dust causes moving parts such
as the lower guard to jam. Sparks from abrasive cutting will burn the lower guard, the kerf insert and other plastic
parts.
• Use clamps to support the workpiece whenever possible. If supporting the workpiece by hand, you must
always keep your hand at least 100mm from either side of the saw blade. Do not use this saw to cut pieces
that are too small to be securely clamped or held by hand. If your hand is placed too close to the saw blade,
there is an increased risk of injury from blade contact.
• The workpiece must be stationary and clamped or held against both the fence and the table. Do not feed the
workpiece into the blade or cut “freehand” in any way. Unrestrained or moving workpieces could be thrown at
high speeds, causing injury.
• Never cross your hand over the intended line of cutting either in front or behind the saw blade. Supporting
the workpiece “cross handed” i.e. holding the workpiece to the right of the saw blade with your left hand or vice
versa is very dangerous.
• Do not reach behind the fence with either hand closer than 100 mm from either side of the saw blade, to
remove wood scraps, or for any other reason while the blade is spinning. The proximity of the spinning saw
blade to your hand may not be obvious and you may be seriously injured.
• Inspect your workpiece before cutting. If the workpiece is bowed or warped, clamp it with the outside
bowed face toward the fence. Always make certain that there is no gap between the workpiece, fence
and table along the line of the cut. Bent or warped workpieces can twist or shift and may cause binding on the
spinning saw blade while cutting. There should be no nails or foreign objects in the workpiece.
• Do not use the saw until the table is clear of all tools, wood scraps, etc., except for the workpiece. Small
debris or loose pieces of wood or other objects that contact the revolving blade can be thrown with high speed.
• Cut only one workpiece at a time. Stacked multiple workpieces cannot be adequately clamped or braced and may
bind on the blade or shift during cutting.
• Ensure the mitre saw is mounted or placed on a level, firm wok surface before use. A level and firm work
surface reduces the risk of the mitre saw becoming unstable.
• Plan your work. Every time you change the bevel or mitre angle setting, make sure the adjustable fence is
set correctly to support the workpiece and will not interfere with the blade or the guarding system. Without
turning the tool “ON” and with no workpiece on the table, move the saw blade through a complete simulated cut to
assure there will be no interference or danger of cutting the fence.
• Provide adequate support such as table extensions, saw horse, etc. for a workpiece that is wider or longer
than the table top. Workpieces longer or wider than the mitre saw table can tip if not securely supported. If the
cut-off piece or workpiece tips, it can lift the lower guard or be thrown by the spinning blade.
• Do not use another person as a substitute for a table extension or as additional support. Unstable support for
the workpiece can cause the blade to bind or the workpiece to shift during the cutting operation pulling you and the
helper into the spinning blade.
• The cut-off piece must not be jammed or pressed by any means against the spinning saw blade. If confined,
i.e. using length stops, the cut-off piece could get wedged against the blade and thrown violently.
• Always use a clamp or fixture designed to properly support round material such as rods or tubing. Rods have
a tendency to roll while being cut, causing the blade to “bite” and pull the work with your hand into the table.
• Let the blade reach full speed before contacting the workpiece. This will reduce the risk of the workpiece being
thrown.
• If the workpiece or blade becomes jammed, turn the mitre saw off. Wait for all moving parts to stop and
disconnect the plug from the power source and/or remove the battery pack. Then work to free the jammed
material. Continued sawing with a jammed workpiece could cause loss of control or damage to the mitre saw.
• After finishing the cut, release the switch, hold the saw head down and wait for the blade to stop before
removing the cut-off piece. Reaching with your hand near the coasting blade is dangerous.
• Hold the handle firmly when making an incomplete cut or when releasing the switch before the saw head
is completely in the down position. The braking action of the saw may cause the saw head to be suddenly pulled
downward, causing a risk of injury.
• Always remove the plug from the mains socket before making any adjustments or maintenance, including changing
the blade.
• When operating the saw, use safety equipment including safety goggles or shield, ear protection, dust mask and
protective clothing including safety gloves. Keep hands away from moving parts.
• Ensure that there is adequate general or localised lighting. Never saw near combustible liquids or gases. Keep the
floor area around the machine level, well maintained and free of loose materials.
• Do not use the saw unless the guards are in place. Periodically check that all nuts, bolts and other fixings are
properly tightened.
• Never use a cracked or distorted saw blade. Do not use blades of High Speed Steel (HSS blades).
• If the table insert is damaged or worn, have it replaced by a power tool repairer.
• Do not store materials or equipment above a machine in such a way that they could fall into it.
• Always hold the saw on parts that are insulated. If you accidentally cut into hidden wiring or the saw’s own cable,
the metal parts of the saw will become “live”. Switch off at the mains and remove the plug immediately.
• Do not lock the movable guard in the open position and always ensure that it is working properly, freely rotating and
returning to fully cover the teeth of the blade. Ensure that the arm is properly secure when bevelling.
• Connect the saw to a dust collection device and ensure that it is operating properly. As the operator of the saw,
please make sure that you understand factors that influence exposure to dust, including the type of material to be
cut, the importance of local extraction and the proper adjustment of hoods/baffles/chutes of your dust extraction
system. We recommend that you always wear a dust mask when operating this saw.
• When cutting long pieces which extend well over the table width, ensure that the ends are adequately supported
at the same height as the saw table top. Supports should be positioned in such a way to ensure that the workpiece
does not fall to the ground once the cut has been made. A number of supports at regular intervals may be required if
the workpiece is extremely long.
• Do not force the tool, allow the blade to cut the workpiece. Failure to do so may overheat the blade, reducing the life
of the product. Push the saw through the workpiece. Do not pull the saw through the workpiece.
• Do not remove any cut-offs from the cutting area until the mitre saw head is in the full upright position, the blade
guard is fully enclosing the blade and the blade has come to a rest or complete stop. Never use your hands to
remove sawdust, chips or waste close by the blade.
• Do not slow or stop a blade with a piece of wood. Let the blade come to rest without assistance. If you are
interrupted when operating the saw, complete the process and switch off before looking up.
• Take additional care when trenching (slotting). Hold the handle firmly when making an incomplete cut or when
releasing the switch before the saw head is completely in the down position. The braking action of the saw may
cause the saw head to be suddenly pulled downward, causing a risk of injury.
• Note the direction of rotation of the motor and the blade. Use correctly sharpened saw blades and observe the
maximum speed marked on the blade. Only use saw blades with maximum speeds equal to or higher than the
maximum speed marked on the tool. Only use (diameter) 254 x (bore) 25.4 x (kerf) 3.0mm blades with this saw.
• This saw is only meant for cutting timber and plastics. Do not use the saw to cut metal or masonry. Do not use this
saw to cut firewood. When cutting plastics the heat generated by the saw blade tips may melt the plastic. Always do
a test cut on scrap material beforehand. Avoid cutting nails. Inspect the workpiece and remove all nails and other
foreign objects before operating the saw.
• Periodically wipe the laser lens gently with a dry soft cloth. Ensure the unit is switched off before doing so. Do not
stare directly into the laser. Always check the laser on a workpiece.
• The mitre saw can be safely carried by the carrying handle but only once it has been removed from the mains power
and secured in the locked down position. Saw blades shall be carried in a holder wherever possible.
MITRE SAW SAFETY WARNINGS
GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS
WARNING! Read all safety warnings and all instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and instructions
may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury. The term “power tool” in the warnings refers to your
mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated (cordless) power tool.
1. Work area safety
a. Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or 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 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
energising 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 jewellery. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves away from
moving parts. Loose clothes, jewellery 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 dust collection 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 principles. A careless action can cause severe injury 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. Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts and any other
condition that may affect the power tool’s 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.