Ozito MCS-2355 User manual

Cutting Disc (fitted)
Metal Cut-off Saw
Hex Key
METAL
CUT-OFF SAW
2300W
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
SPECIFICATIONS
Motor: 2300W
Input: 230
– 240V~50Hz
No Load Speed: 4,400/min
Cutting Disc
Max. Diameter: 356 x 3mm (14” x 1/8’’)
Arbour Size: 25.4mm
Cutting Angle Capacity: 0
– 45º Left, 0 – 30º Right
Max. Cutting Capacities: Round steel 130mm
Square steel 120mm
Rectangle steel 120x130mm
Angle steel 140x140mm
Weight: 16.8kg
MCS-2355
WHAT’S IN THE BOX
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
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: carbon brushes,
spanners, cutting disc, accessories.
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
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.
OZITO Australia/New Zealand (Head Office) 1-23 Letcon Drive, Bangholme, Victoria, Australia 3175.
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.
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1. Vice handle
2. Lower guard
3. Cutting disc
4. Upper guard
5. Carry handle
6. Rubber feet
7. Lock-off button
8. Trigger switch
9. Main handle
10.Spindle lock button
11. Lock down pin
12.Depth stop
13.Base
14.Fence
15.Vice
16.Quick release vice lock
METAL CUT-OFF SAW
KNOW YOUR PRODUCT
1. ADJUSTMENTS
SETUP & PREPARATION
Your Metal Cut-Off Saw is used for cutting steel such as pipe, box
section, rectangular, angle iron and steel bars. The saw can cut at
angles from 0 to 45º left & 0 to 30º right, it features a three position
fence that permits an extended cutting range. The quick release vice
allows fast adjustment whilst the lock-off button prevents accidental
operation. It is intended for DIY use only.
Adjusting the vice
The vice can be
adjusted quickly by
lifting the quick release
vice lock and pushing
forward or pulling back
on the vice handle.
1. Place your work
piece in between the
fence and vice.
2. Lift the quick release
vice lock and push
the vice forward.
3. Once the vice hits the work piece push
down the quick release vice lock.
4. Rotate the vice handle in a clockwise
direction to secure the work piece in
position.
5. To remove an object from the vice,
rotate the vice handle in an anti-
clockwise direction until the vice jaws
are loose. The work piece can now be
removed.
Note: The quick release vice lock cannot be lifted until the vice jaws
have been loosened.
WARNING!: ALWAYS ENSURE THAT THE METAL
CUTTING SAW IS SWITCHED OFF AND UNPLUGGED
FROM THE POWER SUPPLY BEFORE MAKING ANY
ADJUSTMENT.
WARNING!: ENSURE THE VICE SECURING BOLTS
AND VICE IS FIRMLY TIGHTENED BEFORE USE
TO PREVENT THE WORK PIECE MOVING AND RISK OF
PERSONAL INJURY.
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Depth stop
Note: Ensure that the depth stop is adjusted to the correct height
before commencing operation.
The adjustable depth stop is threaded into the base of the machine at
the rear.
The travel of the cutting disc can be controlled by raising and lowering
the depth stop bolt.
This feature is particularly useful to prevent contact with the work
bench surface when a new disc is tted or to increase disc travel
as the disc wears.
The depth stop should be checked and adjusted every time
a new disc is tted.
1. Loosen the depth stop with the hex
key supplied.
2. Increase or decrease the height
of the depth stop.
3. Tighten the depth stop knurled lock nut
with your ngers.
Adjusting the cutting angle
1. To change the cutting angle
loosen the two bolts securing
the fence using the hex key
supplied.
2. Move the rear fence to the
desired angle using the scale
as a guide.
3. Tighten the two bolts to secure
the fence in position.
Note: For accurate cuts, test the cutting angle on some similar scrap
material and adjust the angle to suit your requirements. The scale is
only a guide.
Adjusting the fence
The spacing between the vice and the fence as supplied is 170mm.
When cutting wider materials the rear fence will need to be adjusted to
the rear position. When cutting narrow work pieces the fence should
be positioned in the most forward position.
1. To adjust, loosen and remove
the two bolts securing the
fence using the Hex key.
3. Tighten the two bolts to secure the fence in position.
CAUTION! ONLY PERFORM ANGLE CUTS WHEN THE
FENCE IS SET AT THE MOST FORWARD POSITION
(REFER TO ADJUSTING THE FENCE)
CAUTION! NARROW WORK PIECES MAY NOT BE
SECURED SAFELY WHEN USING AN INTERVAL TOO WIDE
FOR THE FENCE. ENSURE THAT THE FENCE IS SET TO
THE MOST FORWARD POSITION THAT ALLOWS THE
WORK PIECE TO BE CLAMPED SECURELY.
2. Move the fence backwards or
forwards to one of the other
two xing positions.
WARNING!: THE DO NOT REMOVE OR OPERATE
WITHOUT THE DEPTH STOP!

Turning ON and OFF
To prevent accidental starting, the metal cut-off saw is designed with a
dual action switch.
Note: The metal cut-off saw can be started by pushing either the lock-
off button or trigger switch in any order. Ensure the instructions below
are adhered to.
1. Plug the cordset into the
mains socket.
2. Push the lock-off button and
pull the trigger switch to start
the tool.
3. To stop the tool release
the trigger switch.
4. When you release the trigger
switch, the machine turns off
and the lock-off button re-
engages to prevent accidental
operation.
3. OPERATING2. STARTING AND STOPPING
Cutting
1. Make all adjustments including setting
the vice, fence position and fence angle.
2. Ensure that the work piece is fully
secured before starting metal cutting
operations.
3. Check that the cutting disc, upper
guard, lower guard, head lock pin,
blade access cover and the metal
cutting saw is in good condition.
4. Plug the cordset into the mains
socket.
5. Push the lock-off button and pull the
trigger switch to start the tool.
6. Using the main handle
bring the cutting disc
down onto the work
piece and allow it to
cut its way through
the work piece without
excessive force.
Too much down force
will overheat cutting
disc and reduce cutting
ability or overload the
saw.
7. Once the cut is nished, raise the main handle to clear the cutting
disc from the work piece, release the trigger switch and the cut off
saw will stop.
OPERATION
CAUTION: ENSURE YOU ARE WEARING THE
APPROPRIATE SAFETY GEAR INCLUDING EYE
PROTECTION AND HEARING PROTECTION.
CAUTION: ALLOW THE BLADE TO REACH MAXIMUM
SPEED BEFORE PERFORMING ANY CUTS.
WARNING!: THE CUTTING DISC WILL CONTINUE TO
RUN, AS IT SLOWS DOWN, FOR A SHORT PERIOD
OF TIME AFTER THE TRIGGER SWITCH HAS BEEN
RELEASED.
WARNING!: THE CUTTING DISC WILL CONTINUE TO
RUN, AS IT SLOWS DOWN, FOR A SHORT PERIOD
OF TIME AFTER THE TRIGGER SWITCH HAS BEEN
RELEASED.
WARNING!: THE POWER SUPPLY FOR THIS
PRODUCT SHOULD BE PROTECTED BY A RESIDUAL
CURRENT DEVICE RATED AS 30mA OR LESS.

4. HINTS & TIPS 5. REPLACING A DISC
MAINTENANCE
Some helpful tips when using the metal cutting
saw
• Cutting disc selection. The cutting disc must match the material
to be cut. There are a wide variety of cutting discs and careful
selection will assist in the correct and safe operation of the saw.
For example, select a bar cutting disc for cutting solid metal
section and a metal stud cutting disc for cutting steel sections.
General purpose metal cutting discs are also available but where
possible it is better to use the correct cutting disc for the task being
performed.
• The abrasive cutting discs wear so as to constantly expose to the
material being cut clean and sharp cutting edges. This is normal.
• During the cutting operation apply a constant and even pressure to
the main handle. The cutting disc should be constantly cutting, and
sufcient pressure needs to be applied to keep the cutting action
going. If insufcient pressure is applied, the wheel has a tendency
to clog, and the cutting edges of the disc become blunt and the
cutting process reduces considerably. This is called glazing of the
wheel and is due to the incorrect cutting disc for the material being
cut, or the cutting rate being too slow.
• Do not overload the saw. The saw should run during the cutting
operation at close to full speed. Too much pressure being applied
to the tool will slow the motor and can cause motor failure.
• Too much pressure being applied to the tool can also cause the
cutting disc to cut on an angle. Ensure the beginning of the cut is
a gradual start and apply the rm and constant pressure as the cut
gets deeper.
• When cutting sections, always try and cut the sections so as the
actual cutting length is as short as possible through the section.
For example, angle iron has two sections to be cut. If the material
is cut where both sections are cut at once, it is better for the cutting
action than trying to cut on thin section and then a long length cut
for the next section. The longer the length of cut, the more chance
of the cutting disc glazing and motor overload.
Note: As the disc wears the cutting capacity will decrease and the
depth stop may need to be adjusted.
1. Swing the lower guard away to reveal
the cutting disc bolt and ange.
2. Push the spindle lock button and
rotate the cutting disc until the
spindle lock button engages.
3. Whilst holding the spindle lock button
use the hex key (supplied) to remove
the cutting disc bolt
Note: To remove the cutting disc bolt,
rotate anti-clockwise.
MCS-2355
WARNING!: ALWAYS ENSURE THAT THE SAW IS
SWITCHED OFF AND UNPLUGGED FROM THE
POWER SUPPLY BEFORE INSTALLING OR REMOVING A
DISC.
WARNING!: ENSURE THE CUTTING DISC MAXIMUM
CUTTING SPEED IS RATED HIGHER THAN THE
RATED SPEED OF THE METAL CUTTING SAW.
CAUTION: ENSURE THE DEPTH STOP IS ADJUSTED TO
THE CORRECT HEIGHT PRIOR TO ASSEMBLY OF THE
NEW CUTTING DISC.

4. Remove the cutting disc
bolt, washer and outer
ange.
5. Clean any grinding dust from the inner ange and,
after checking that it is in good condition, mount a new
cutting disc onto the spindle.
6. Replace the outer ange, washer and cutting disc bolt.
7. Whilst holding the spindle lock
button use the hex key to tighten
the cutting disc bolt in a clockwise
direction.
8. Turn the new cutting disc by
hand, ensuring that it rotates fully
and does not vibrate or oscillate
excessively.
MAINTENANCE
5. REPLACING A DISC cont. 6. GENERAL MAINTENANCE
• Keep the ventilation slots of the metal cut-off saw clean at all times
and prevent any foreign matter from entering.
• If the housing of the metal cut-off saw requires cleaning do not use
solvents but a moist soft cloth only.
• The grease in the gearbox will require replacement/replenishment
after extensive use of the saw. Please see a power tool repairer to
provide this service.
• Blow dust from the saw through the rear ventilation slots with
compressed air periodically to ensure a dust free tool.
Carbon brushes
When the carbon brushes wear out, the metal
cut-off saw will spark and/or stop. Discontinue
use as soon as this happens.
They should be replaced prior to recommencing
use of the cut-off saw. Carbon brushes are
a wearing component of the cut-off saw and
therefore not covered under warranty.
Continuing to use the cut-off saw when carbon brushes need to be
replaced may cause permanent damage to the tool.
Carbon brushes will wear out after many uses but when the carbon
brushes need to be replaced take the cut-off 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: Ozito Industries will not be responsible for any damage or
injuries caused by the repair of the cut-off saw by an unauthorised
person or by mishandling of the cut-off saw.
Transporting the tool
The head lock pin is located on the left side of motor arm to allow the
tool to be transported safely.
To store or transport
the tool, lower the main
handle and push in the
head lock pin.
To release the head lock
pin, push down on the
main handle and pull out
the head lock pin.
Note: The saw motor head arm is tted
with a high tension spring. Keep hand
pressure on the main handle and slowly
allow the saw head to raise.
CAUTION! CHECK THE CUTTING DISC FOR CRACKS
AND DAMAGE PRIOR TO ASSEMBLY.
WARNING!: MAKE SURE THE METAL CUT-OFF
SAW OPERATES PROPERLY. PERIODICALLY
CHECK SCREWS AND BOLTS FOR TIGHTNESS. APPLY
DRY LUBRICANT MONTHLY TO THE MOVING PARTS TO
EXTEND MACHINE LIFE.
Blade Bolt
Inner Flange
Outer Flange
Disc
Spindle
Washer

DESCRIPTION OF SYMBOLS CARING FOR THE ENVIRONMENT
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 landll 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.
Limited spare parts are available subject to availability.
Please contact your local Bunnings Special Orders Desk
to order the required spare parts.
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]
SPARE PARTS
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Protective Earthed
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Volts Hertz
Alternating current Watts
/min Revolutions or
reciprocation per minute
Regulator compliance mark
No load speed
Read instruction manual Wear hearing protection
Wear eye protection
Wear breathing protection
Disconnect from power supply
when performing maintenance
Do not use in raining
Note the rotating direction of the cutting disc!
Double insulation

This appliance is not intended for use by young or inrm persons unless supervised by a
responsible person to ensure that they can use the appliance safely.
Young children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
WARNING! Keep hands away from the cutting area and cutting disc. NEVER place
your hand behind the cutting disc. Do not attempt to remove cut material when cutting
disc is moving. Contact with the cutting disc may cause serious personal injury.
• Keep the lower guard attached and working properly. Ensure the guard is in the
maximum cutting disc covering position over the workpiece. Do not use the cutting off
grinders without guards in position.
• Keep your body positioned to either side of the cutting disc, but not in line with the
cutting disc. It is important to position your body and the guard to minimize body exposure
from the possible fragments of a disintegrating cutting disc.
• Abrasive cutting discs must have a maximum safe operating speed greater than the
“no load RPM” marked on the rating label. Cutting discs running over the rated speed
can disintegrate and cause injury.
• Use proper apparel while using an abrasive cut-off machine. This includes face shield,
safety goggles, dust mask and gloves.
• Before each use, inspect the cutting disc for chips and cracks. Do not use a cutting
disc that may be damaged. Fragments from a cutting disc that disintegrates during
operation can cause serious injury or property damage.
• Always use the vice to clamp the work and properly support the over-hanging portion
of the workpiece level with the table of the machine. Proper support of the workpiece is
important to keep the cut-off and over-hanging metal from falling and striking the operator.
• Do not force the abrasive cutting disc into the work or apply excessive pressure
while using the machine. Avoid bouncing the cutting disc or giving it rough treatment. If
the cutting disc is damaged due to misuse, it may develop cracks and disintegrate without
warning.
• Use only cutting discs recommended by the manufacturer. The cutting disc should have
marked speed equal to or greater than that marked on the machine. Read the operating
instructions supplied by the cutting disc manufacturer.
• Do not use a metal circular saw blade or toothed blades. These blades are not intended
for this machine and could create loss of control during use or cause injury to persons and
damage to property.
• Do not attempt to cut wood or plastic with this tool. Cutting wood and plastic could
cause them to burn due to friction heating.
• Do not attempt to cut masonry. Dust generated by cutting masonry will clog the motor
causing premature failure and thereby voiding the warranty.
• Do not operate this tool near ammable liquids, gasses or dust. Sparks from the motor
or cutting may ignite dust and fumes.
• Never cut magnesium with this tool. The dust generated when cutting magnesium is
highly ammable and may be explosive under certain conditions.
Regularly clean the tool’s air vents with compressed air. Excessive accumulation of
powered metal inside the motor housing may cause electrical failures.
Cutting capacity
The wide vice opening and high pivot point provide cutting capacity for many large pieces. Use
the cutting capacity chart below to determine the maximum size of cuts that can be made with
a new wheel.
CAUTION: Certain large, circular or irregularly shaped objects may require additional
holding means if they cannot be held securely in the vice.
CAUTION: Do not cut magnesium with this tool.
Note:
Capacity shown on the chart assumes no cutting disc wear and optimum fence position.
CUT-OFF SAW SAFETY WARNINGS
WARNING! When using mains-powered tools, basic safety precautions, including
the following, should always be followed to reduce risk of re, 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.
The electric motor has been designed for 230V and 240V only. Always check that the power supply
corresponds to the voltage on the rating plate.
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.
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 re and electric shock.
WARNING! Read all safety warnings and all instructions. Failure to follow the
warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, re 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 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 ammable
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. Unmodied 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 inuence 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 nger 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.
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.
5. Service
a. Have your power tool serviced by a qualied repair person using only identical
replacement parts. This will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained.
b. If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer,
its service agent or similarly qualied persons in order to avoid a hazard.
GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
Cutting Capacity @ 90º
Round 130mm
Square 120mm
Rectangular 120 x 130mm
Angle iron 140mm