Performance Power NLE210MS Installation manual

Performance Power Tools,
1 Hampshire Corporate Park, Chandlers Ford,
Eastleigh, Hants S053 3YX, U.K.
Technical Helpline 0845 300 2577
Thank you for purchasing a Performance Power product. We are confident that this product will meet
and exceed your expectations of quality and reliability. Please take the time to carefully read this entire
instruction manual before using your new product, and take note of the basic safety precautions
contained herein.
Performance Power Tools,
1 Hampshire Corporate Park, Chandlers Ford,
Eastleigh, Hants S053 3YX, U.K.
Technical Helpline 0845 300 2577
NLE210MS
210mm
COMPOUND MITRE SAW
SAFETY AND OPERATING MANUAL
Caution: Carefully read this entire Instruction Manual before using this product
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Contents
I - Parts list A/1
II - Technical data 1
III - Safety instructions 2
IV - Getting started 5
V - Operation 7
VI - Maintenance and repair 8
VII - Guarantee 10
I - Parts list
1. Saw arm
2. Release knob
3. Operating handle
4. Upper fixed blade guard
5. Rotating blade guard
6. Guard retraction arm
7. Bevel lock
8. Bevel scale
9. 45° Bevel adjustment screw
10. 0° Bevel adjustment screw
11. Fence
12. Mitre table
13. Mitre scale
14. Table insert (kerf plate)
15. Mitre lock (x 2)
16. Switch trigger
17. Release latch
18. Spindle lock button
19. Blade bolt cover
20. 6mm Hex key
21. Dust extraction port
22. Dust extraction port cover
23. Dust bag
II - Technical data
Voltage: ............................... 230–240V ~ 50 Hz
Power input: ....................... 1400W
No load speed: .................. 5000min-1
Blade diameter: ................. 210mm
Blade bore: ......................... 30mm
Blade teeth: ........................ 24 TCT
Maximum depth of cut: ..... 55mm
Blade thickness: ................ 2.5mm
Mitre table angles: ............. 0° to 45° to the
left & right
Bevel cuts: .......................... 0° to 45° to the left
Cutting capacities:
Straight cut at 0° x 0° ........ 120mm x 55mm
Miter cut at 45° x 0° ........... 83mm x 55mm
Bevel cut at 0° x 45° .......... 120mm x 30mm
Compound mitre cut
at 45° x 45°: ........................ 83mm x 30mm
Net weight: ......................... 6.1kg
Connector for dust
extractor: ............................ 47mm external
diameter for dust
bag, 40mm internal
diameter for dust
extractor
Insulation class: ................. Double insulated
NOISE AND VIBRATION DATA
A weighted sound pressure: ......... 97 dB(A)
A weighted sound power: .............. 110 dB(A)
Typical weighted vibration: ............ 2.4m/s2
The sound intensity level for the operator
may exceed 85dB(A) and sound protection
measures are necessary.
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GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING. Read all instructions. Failure to follow all
instructions listed below may result in electric shock,
fire and/or serious personal injury. The term “power
tool” in all of the warnings listed below refers to your
mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated
(cordless) power tool.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
1) WORK AREA
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.
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 safety equipment. Always wear eye
protection. Safety equipment such as a dust
mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing
protection used for appropriate conditions will
reduce personal injuries.
c) Avoid accidental starting. Ensure the switch is
in the off-position before plugging in. Carrying
power tools with your finger on the switch or
plugging in power tools that have the switch on
invites accidents.
d) Remove any adjusting key or wrench before
turning the tool on. A wrench or a key that is 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
that these are connected and properly used.
Use of these devices 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
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 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 and
in the manner intended for the particular type
of power tool, taking into account the working
conditions and the work to be performed.
Use of the power tool for operations different from
intended could result in a hazardous situation.
5) SERVICE
a) Have your power tool serviced by a qualified
repair personnel using only identical
replacement parts. This will ensure that the
safety of the power tool is maintained.
ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES FOR MITRE SAWS
WARNINGS.
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, 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.
Your tool is double insulated for additional protection
against a possible electrical insulation failure within
the tool.
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 defenders, dust
mask and protective clothing including safety gloves.
• Ensure that there is adequate general or localised
lighting.
• Do not use the saw unless the guards are in place.
• Do not use the saw to cut metal or masonry.
• Do not let anyone under 18 years operate this saw. •
Ensure that the operator is adequately trained in the
use, adjustment and operation of the machine.
• Do not use this saw to cut firewood.
• Keep the area free of tripping hazards.
• Report faults in the machine, including guards and saw
blades, as soon as they are discovered.
• Ensure that the machine is always fixed to a bench,
whenever possible.
• Always stand to one side when operating the saw.
• Never use a cracked or distorted saw blade.
• When cutting round wood, use clamps that prevent the
workpiece from turning on both sides of the blade.
• Never use your hands to remove sawdust, chips or
waste close by the blade.
• Use only blades as recommended by the manufacturer
and which conform to EN 847-1.
• Do not use blades of High Speed Steel (HSS blades).
• If the table insert is damaged or worn, have it replaced
by an authorised service centre.
• Rags, cloths, cord and string and the like should never
be left around the work area.
• Avoid cutting nails. Inspect the workpiece and remove
all nails and other foreign objects before beginning
sawing.
• Support the work properly.
• Refrain from removing any cut-offs or other parts of the
workpiece from the cutting area whilst the machine is
running and the saw head is not in the rest position.
• Do not attempt to free a jammed blade before first
switching off the machine.
• Do not slow or stop a blade with a piece of wood. Let
the blade come to rest naturally.
• If you are interrupted when operating the saw, complete
the process and switch off before looking up.
• Periodically check that all nuts, bolts and other fixings
are properly tightened.
• 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.
• Never saw near combustible liquids or gases.
• Note the direction of rotation of the motor and the blade.
• 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.
• Connect the saw to a dust collection device and
ensure that it is operated 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 machined, the importance of local
extraction and the proper adjustment of hoods/baffles/
shoots of your dust extraction system. We recommend
that you always wear a dust mask when operating
this saw.
• Wear gloves when handling saw blades and rough
materials.
• Saw blades shall be carried in a holder wherever
possible.
• Select saw blades in relation to the material being cut.
• Use correctly sharpened saw blades and observe the
maximum speed marked on the blade.
• Take additional care when trenching (slotting).
• The mitre saw can be safely carried by the carry handle
but only once it has been removed from the mains
power and secured in the locked down position.
• Ensure that the arm is properly secure when bevelling.
• Keep the floor area around the machine level, well
maintained and free of loose materials.
• Ensure that you are trained in the use, adjustment and
operation of the machine.
• Do not remove any cut-offs from the cutting area until
the guard is fully locked in placed and the blade has
come to rest.
• 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 as 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.
WARNING. Blade replacement must be carried out
correctly, refer to the section on Blade Changing
for details.
Wherever possible use blades that are designed to
reduce emitted noise.
Wear eye protection
Wear hearing protection
Wear respiratory protection
III - Safety instructions

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IV - Getting started
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ACCESSORIES
The tool is supplied with the following
accessories:
• Hex key, 6mm
• Ø210mm x 30mm x 24T blade (fitted)
• Dust bag
We recommend that you purchase your
accessories in the store from where you
obtained the tool. Use good quality accessories
and the brand recommended by the vendor.
Sales staff will help and offer advice.
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UNPACKING
Due to modern mass production techniques, it
is unlikely that your power tool is faulty or that
a part is missing. If you find anything wrong, do
not operate the tool until the parts have been
replaced or the fault has been rectified. Failure
to do so could result in serious personal injury.
Remove all loose parts from the carton.
Remove the packing materials from around the
saw.
Using the operating handle (3) carefully lift the
saw from the carton and place it on a level work
surface.
The saw has been shipped with the saw arm
locked in the down position.
To release the saw arm, push down on the top
of the saw arm, pull on the release knob (2),
rotate it 90° and release it.
Slowly raise the saw arm.
WARNING. Do not lift the saw whilst holding on
to the guards. Use the operating handle (3).
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TRANSPORTATION
Lift the mitre saw only when the saw arm is
locked in the down position, the saw is switched
off and the plug is removed from the power
socket.
Only lift the saw by the operating handle (3)
or outer castings. Do not lift the saw using the
guards.
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BENCH MOUNTING
The saw base has holes in each corner to
facilitate bench mounting.
Place the saw on a level, horizontal bench or
work table using bolts (not supplied) and fix the
saw to the bench using 4 bolts.
If desired, you can mount the saw to a piece
of 13mm or thicker plywood which can then
be clamped to your work support or moved to
other job sites and re-clamped.
CAUTION. Make sure that the mounting surface
is not warped as an uneven surface can cause
binding and inaccurate sawing.
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RELEASE KNOB
The release knob (2) is provided for holding the
cutting head down whilst transporting or storing
the mitre saw. The saw must never be used with
the release knob locking the head down.
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MITRE TABLE LOCKS
The mitre table locks (15) are used to lock the
table at the desired mitre angle.
The mitre saw cuts from 0° to 45° both left and
right.
To adjust the mitre angle loosen the mitre table
locks and rotate the mitre table to the desired
position.
The mitre table features positive click stops at
0°, 15°, 22.5°, 30° and 45° for quick setting of
common mitre angles.
WARNING. Be sure to tighten the mitre table
locks before making a cut. Failure to do so
could result in the table moving during the cut
and cause serious personal injury.
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BEVEL LOCK
The bevel lock (7) is used to set the blade at the
desired bevel angle. The mitre saw bevel cuts
from 0° to 45° to the left. To adjust the bevel
angle loosen the bevel lock and adjust the saw
arm to the desired bevel angle.
WARNING. Be sure to tighten the bevel lock
before making a cut. Failure to do so could
result in the saw arm moving during the cut and
cause serious personal injury.
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Symbols
The rating plate on your tool may show symbols. These
represent important information about the product or
instructions on its use.
Wear hearing protection.
Wear eye protection.
Wear respiratory protection.
Double insulated for
additional protection.
Conforms to relevant
safety standards.
Waste electrical products should not be disposed
of with household waste. Please recycle where
facilities exist. Check with your Local Authority or
retailer for recycling advice.
Read the instruction manual.

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SPINDLE LOCK BUTTON
The spindle lock button (18) prevents the blade
in the saw from rotating. Depress and hold the
spindle lock button while installing, changing, or
removing the blade.
WARNING. Do not depress the spindle lock
button whilst the blade is rotating or the mitre
saw is in use.
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ROTATING LOWER BLADE GUARD
The rotating lower blade guard (5) provides
protection from both sides of the blade. It
retracts over the upper blade guard (4) as the
saw is lowered into the workpiece.
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TURNING ON AND OFF
To turn the saw on depress and hold the switch
trigger (16).
To turn the saw off release the switch trigger (16).
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DUST EXTRACTION
Remove the cover (22) and fit the dust bag (23)
to the dust extraction port (21).
A vacuum dust extraction device can be
connected to the dust extraction port (21).
Use a suitable vacuum adaptor if necessary.
The dust extraction port has an internal
diameter of 40mm.
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SETTING THE TABLE SQUARE WITH
THE BLADE
Make sure that the electrical plug is removed
from the power socket.
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Push the saw arm (1) down to its lowest position
and engage the release knob (2) to hold the saw
arm in the transport position.
Loosen the mitre locks (15).
Rotate the table (12) until the pointer is
positioned at 0º.
Tighten the mitre locks (15).
Loosen the bevel lock (7) and set the saw arm
(1) at 0º bevel (the blade at 90º to the mitre
table). Tighten the bevel lock (7).
Place a set square against the table (12) and the
flat part of the blade.
NOTE. Make sure that the square contacts the
flat part of the saw blade, not the teeth.
Rotate the blade by hand and check the blade-
to-table alignment at several points.
The edge of the set square and the saw blade
should be parallel.
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If the saw blade angles away from the set
square, adjust as follows.
Use an 8mm wrench or adjustable wrench
to loosen the lock nut securing the 0° bevel
adjustment screw (10). Also, loosen the bevel
lock (7).
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Adjust the 0° bevel adjustment screw (10) using
a 4mm hex key to bring the saw blade into
alignment with the square.
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Loosen the Phillips head screw holding the
pointer of the bevel scale (8) and adjust the
position of the pointer so that it accurately
indicates zero on the scale. Retighten the screw.
Retighten the bevel lock (7) and the lock nut
securing the 0° bevel adjustment screw (10).
NOTE. The above procedure can also be used
to check the angle of the saw blade to the table
at 45º bevel angle. The 45° bevel adjustment
screw (9) is on the opposite side of the saw arm.
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SETTING THE FENCE SQUARE WITH
THE TABLE
Make sure that the electrical plug is removed
from the power socket.
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Push the saw arm (1) down to its lowest position
and engage the release knob (2) to hold the saw
arm in the transport position.
Loosen the mitre locks (15).
Rotate the table (12) until the pointer is
positioned at 0º.
Tighten the mitre locks (15).
Using a 5mm hex key, loosen the two screws
securing the fence (11) to the base.
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Place a square against the fence (11) and
alongside the blade.
Adjust the fence (11) until it is square with the
blade.
Tighten the screws securing the fence (11).
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Loosen the Phillips head screw holding the
pointer of the mitre scale (13) and adjust it so
that it accurately indicates the zero position on
the mitre scale.
Retighten the screw securing the mitre scale
pointer.
V - Operation
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CROSS CUT
WARNING. When making any adjustment to
your work, ensure that the blade is stationary
and keep your hands away from the area of the
switch.
If possible, always use a clamping device such
as a ‘G” clamp to secure your workpiece.
When cutting your workpiece, keep your hands
well away from the blade area.
Do not remove a cut-off piece on the right-hand
side of the blade using your left hand.
A crosscut is made by cutting across the grain
of the workpiece. A 90º crosscut is made with
the mitre table set at 0º. Mitre crosscuts are
made with the table set at some angle other
than zero.
Pull on the release knob (2) and lift the saw arm
(1) to its full height.
Loosen the mitre locks (15).
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Rotate the mitre table (12) until the pointer aligns
with the desired angle.
Retighten the mitre locks (15).
WARNING. Be sure to tighten the mitre locks
before making a cut. Failure to do so could
result in the table moving during the cut and
cause serious personal injury.
Place the workpiece flat on the table with one
edge securely against the fence (11). If the
board is warped, place the convex side against
the fence (11). If the concave side is placed
against the fence, the board could break and
jam the blade.
When cutting long pieces of timber, support the
opposite end of the timber with side support
bars, a roller stand or a work surface that is level
with the saw table.
Before turning on the saw, perform a dry run of
the cutting operation to check that there are no
problems such as a clamp interfering with the
cutting action.
Hold the operating handle (3) firmly and
squeeze the switch trigger (16). Allow the blade
to reach maximum speed.
Press the release latch (17) and slowly lower the
blade into and through the workpiece.
Release the switch trigger (16) and allow the
saw blade to stop rotating before raising the
blade out of the workpiece. Wait until the blade
stops before removing the workpiece.
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BEVEL CUT
WARNING. When making any adjustment to
your work, ensure that the blade is stationary
and keep your hands away from the area of the
switch.
If possible, always use a clamping device such
as a ‘G” clamp to secure your workpiece.
When cutting your workpiece, keep your hands
well away from the blade area.
Do not remove a cut-off piece on the right-hand
side of the blade using your left hand.
A bevel cut is made by cutting across the grain
of the workpiece with the blade angled to the
fence and mitre table. The mitre table is set at
the zero degree position and the blade set at an
angle between 0º and 45º.
Pull on the release knob (2) and lift the saw arm
to its full height.
Loosen the mitre locks (15).
Rotate the mitre table (12) until the pointer aligns
with zero on the mitre scale (13).
Retighten the mitre locks (15).
WARNING. Be sure to tighten the mitre locks
before making a cut. Failure to do so could
result in the table moving during the cut,
causing serious personal injury.
Loosen the bevel lock (7) and move the saw
arm (1) to the left to the desired bevel angle
(between 0º and 45º). Tighten the bevel lock (7).
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Place the workpiece flat on the table with one
edge securely against the fence (11). If the
board is warped, place the convex side against
the fence. If the concave side is placed against
the fence, the board could break and jam the
blade.
When cutting long pieces of timber, support the
opposite end of the timber with side support
bars, a roller stand or a work surface that is level
with the saw table.
Before turning on the saw, perform a dry run of
the cutting operation to check that there are no
problems such as a clamp interfering with the
cutting action.
Hold the operating handle (3) firmly and
squeeze the switch trigger (16). Allow the blade
to reach maximum speed.
Press the release latch (17) and slowly lower the
blade into and through the workpiece.
Release the switch trigger (16) and allow the
saw blade to stop rotating before raising the
blade out of the workpiece. Wait until the blade
stops before removing the workpiece.
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COMPOUND MITRE CUT
WARNING. When making any adjustment to
your work, ensure that the blade is stationary
and keep your hands away from the area of the
switch.
If possible, always use a clamping device such
as a ‘G” clamp to secure your workpiece.
When cutting your workpiece, keep your hands
well away from the blade area.
Do not remove a cut-off piece on the right-hand
side of the blade using your left hand.
A compound mitre cut involves using a mitre
angle and a bevel angle at the same time.
It is used in making picture frames, to cut
mouldings, making boxes with sloping sides
and for roof framing. Always make a test cut on
a piece of scrap wood before cutting into the
good material.
Pull on the release knob (2) and lift the saw arm
to its full height.
Loosen the mitre locks (15).
Rotate the mitre table (12) until the pointer aligns
with the desired angle on the mitre scale (13).
Retighten the mitre locks (15).
WARNING. Be sure to tighten the mitre lock
before making a cut. Failure to do so could
result in the table moving during the cut,
causing serious personal injury.
Loosen the bevel lock (7) and move the saw
arm (1) to the left to the desired bevel angle
(between 0º and 45º). Tighten the bevel lock (7).
Place the workpiece flat on the table with one
edge securely against the fence (11). If the
board is warped, place the convex side against
the fence. If the concave side is placed against
the fence, the board could break and jam the
blade.
When cutting long pieces of timber, support the
opposite end of the timber with the side support
bars, a roller stand or a work surface that is level
with the saw table.
Before turning on the saw, perform a dry run of
the cutting operation to check that there are no
problems such as a clamp interfering with the
cutting action.
Hold the operating handle (3) and firmly and
squeeze the switch trigger (16). Allow the blade
to reach maximum speed.
Press the release latch (17) and slowly lower the
blade into and through the workpiece.
Release the switch trigger (16) and allow the
saw blade to stop rotating before raising the
blade out of the workpiece. Wait until the blade
stops before removing the workpiece.
VI - Maintenance
and repair
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CHANGING A BLADE
DANGER.
Never try to use a blade larger than the stated
capacity of the saw. It might come into contact
with the blade guards.
Never use a blade that is too thick to allow the
outer blade washer to engage with the flats on
the spindle. It will prevent the blade screw from
properly securing the blade on the spindle.
Do not use the saw to cut metal or masonry.
Ensure that any spacers and spindle rings that
may be required suit the spindle and the blade
fitted.
Always wear sturdy gloves when handling or
changing blades as they can be very sharp.
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Make sure that the electrical plug is removed
from the power point.
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Push down on the operating handle (3) and pull
the release knob (2) to disengage the saw arm
(1).
Raise the saw arm (1) to its highest position.
Using a Phillips head screwdriver loosen and
remove the Phillips head screw that secures the
guard retraction arm (6) to the rotating blade
guard (5).
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Using a Phillips head screwdriver loosen the
Phillips head screw that secures the blade bolt
cover (19).
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Pull the rotating blade guard (5) down then
swing it up together with the blade bolt cover
(19). When the rotating blade guard (5) is
positioned over the upper fixed blade guard (4)
it is possible to access the blade bolt.
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Hold the rotating guard (5) up and press the
spindle lock button (18). Rotate the blade until
the spindle locks.
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Use the 6mm hex key provided to loosen and
remove the blade bolt. (Loosen in a clockwise
direction as the blade screw has a left hand
thread).
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Remove the flat washer, outer blade washer and
the blade.
Wipe a drop of oil onto the inner blade washer
and the outer blade washer where they contact
the blade.
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Fit the new blade onto the spindle taking care
that the inner blade washer sits behind the
blade.
CAUTION. To ensure correct blade rotation,
always install the blade with the arrow printed
on the side of the blade indicating the same
direction as the arrow stamped on upper
blade guard.
Replace the outer blade washer.
Depress the spindle lock button (18) and
replace the flat washer and blade bolt.
Use the 6mm hex key to tighten the blade bolt
securely (tighten in an anti-clockwise direction).
Lower the blade guard, hold the rotating lower
blade guard (5) and blade bolt cover (19) in
position and tighten the fixing screw to secure
the blade bolt cover in position.
Replace the guard retraction arm (6) and secure
onto the rotating blade guard (5).
Check that the blade guard operates correctly
and covers the blade as the saw arm is lowered.
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Connect the saw to the power supply and run
the blade to make certain that it is operating
correctly.
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MAINTENANCE
Always ensure that the tool is switched off and
the plug is removed from the power socket
before making any adjustments or maintenance
procedures.
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Keep the tool’s air vents unclogged and clean
at all times.
Regularly check to see if any dust or foreign
matter has entered the grills near the motor
and around the trigger switch. Use a soft brush
to remove any accumulated dust. Wear safety
glasses to protect your eyes whilst cleaning.
Re-lubricate all moving parts at regular
intervals.
If the body of the saw needs cleaning, wipe it
with a soft damp cloth. A mild detergent can
be used but nothing like alcohol, petrol or other
cleaning agent.
Never use caustic agents to clean plastic parts
CAUTION. Water must never come into contact
with the saw.
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GENERAL INSPECTION
Regularly check that all the fixing screws are
tight. They may vibrate loose over time.
If the supply cord needs replacing, the task
must be carried out by the manufacturer, the
manufacturer’s agent, or an authorised service
centre in order to avoid a safety hazard.

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PLUG REPLACEMENT
If you need to replace the fitted plug then follow
the instructions below.
IMPORTANT. The wires in the mains lead are
coloured in accordance with the following code:
Blue – Neutral
Brown – Live
As the colours of the wires in the mains lead
of this appliance may not correspond with the
coloured markings identifying the terminals in
your plug, proceed as follows.
The blue wire must be connected to the terminal
marked with N or coloured black. The brown
wire must be connected to the terminal marked
with an L or coloured red.
WARNING. Never connect live or neutral wires
to the earth terminal of the plug.
Only fit an approved 13 Amp BS1363/A plug
and the correct rated fuse.
NOTE. If a moulded plug is fitted and has to
be removed take great care in disposing of the
plug and severed cable, it must be destroyed to
prevent engaging into a socket.
VII - Guarantee
1. This product has been manufactured to a
high quality standard. It is guaranteed against
faulty materials and workmanship for 12
months from purchase, Please retain your till
receipt as proof of purchase.
2. If the product is found to be defective within
the relevant time period, we will either replace
all defective parts or, at our discretion,
replace the unit free of charge with the
same item or items of a greater value and/or
specification.
3. This guarantee does not cover defects
caused by or resulting from:
(a) misuse, abuse or neglect;
(b) trade, professional or hire use;
(c) repairs attempted by anyone other
than our authorised repair centre
(call 0845 300 2577); or
(d) damage caused by foreign objects,
substances or accident.
4. In the unlikely event that this product does
develop a fault please call the Performance
Power helpline on 0845 300 2577.
5. This guarantee is offered in addition to, and
does not effect, your statutory rights, which
may additionally enable you to cancel the
contract. The warranty is only valid within the
UK. The guarantor is:
B&Q plc of B&Q plc,
Portswood House,
1 Hampshire Corporate Park,
Chandlers Ford, Eastleigh Hants, SO53 3YX
(Registered in England under no. 973387).

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