Stanley FATMAX SFMCS500 User manual

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Intended use
Your STANLEY FAT MAX SFMCS500 circular saw has been
designed for for sawing wood and wood products. This tool is
intended for professional and private, non professional users.
Safety instructions
General power tool safety warnings
@Warning! Read all safety warnings,
instructions, illustrations and
specications provided with this power
tool. Failure to follow the warnings and
instructions listed below may result in electric
shock, fire and/or serious injur ..
Save all warnings and instructions for future reference.
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.
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.
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Unmodified plugs and matching outlets ill 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 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 and accessories. Check for
misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of
parts and any other condition that may affect the
power tools operation. If damaged, have the power
tool repaired before use. Many accidents are caused by
poorly maintained power tools.
f. Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly
maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less
likely to bind and are easier to control.
g. Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc. in
accordance with these instructions, taking into
account the working conditions and the work to be
performed.
Use of the power tool for operations different from those
intended could result in a hazardous situation.
h. Keep handles and grasping surfaces dry, clean and
free from oil and grease. Slippery handles and grasping
surfaces do not allow for safe handling and control of the
tool in unexpected situations.
5. Battery tool use and care
a. Recharge only with the charger specied by the
manufacturer.
A charger that is suitable for one type of battery pack may
create a risk of fire when used with another battery pack
b. Use power tools only with specically designated
battery packs. Use of any other battery packs may create
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c. When battery pack is not in use, keep it away from
other metal objects, like paper clips, coins, keys,
nails, screws, or other small metal objects, that can
make a connection from one terminal to another.
Shorting the battery terminals together may cause burns
or a fire
d. Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected from
the battery; avoid contact. If contact accidentally
occurs, ush with water. If liquid contacts eyes,
additionally seek medical help. Liquid ejected from the
battery may cause irritation or burns.
Additional power tool safety warnings
@Warning! Safety instructions for all saws.
Cutting procedures
uDANGER! Keep hands away from cutting area and the
blade. Keep your second hand on auxiliary handle, or
motor housing. If both hands are holding the saw, they
cannot be cut by the blade.
uDo not reach underneath the workpiece. The guard
cannot protect you from the blade below the workpiece.
uAdjust the cutting depth to the thickness of the
workpiece. Less than a full tooth of the blade teeth should
be visible below the workpiece.
uNever hold piece being cut in your hands or across
your leg. Secure the workpiece to a stable platform. It
is important to support the work properly to minimize body
exposure, blade binding, or loss of control.
uHold the power tool by insulated gripping surfaces
only, when performing an operation where the cutting
tool may contact hidden wiring. Contact with a "live"
wire will also make exposed metal parts of the power tool
"live" and could give the operator an electric shock.
uWhen ripping, always use a rip fence or straight edge
guide. This improves the accuracy of cut and reduces the
chance of blade binding.
uAlways use blades with correct size and shape
(diamond versus round) of arbour holes. Blades that
do not match the mounting hardware of the saw will run
eccentrically, causing loss of control.
uNever use damaged or incorrect blade washers or
bolt. The blade washers and bolt were specially designed
for your saw, for optimum performance and safety of
operation.
Further safety instructions for all saws
Kickback causes and related warnings
ukickback is a sudden reaction to a pinched, bound or
misaligned saw blade, causing an uncontrolled saw to lift
up and out of the workpiece toward the operator;
uwhen the blade is pinched or bound tightly by the kerf
closing down, the blade stalls and the motor reaction
drives the unit rapidly back toward the operator;
uif the blade becomes twisted or misaligned in the cut, the
teeth at the back edge of the blade can dig into the top
surface of the wood causing the blade to climb out of the
kerf and jump back toward the operator.
Kickback is the result of saw misuse and/or incorrect operating
procedures or conditions and can be avoided by taking proper
precautions as given below.
a. Maintain a rm grip with both hands on the saw and
position your arms to resist kickback forces. Position
your body to either side of the blade, but not in line
with the blade. Kickback could cause the saw to jump
backwards, but kickback forces can be controlled by the
operator, if proper precautions are taken.
b. When blade is binding, or when interrupting a cut for
any reason, release the trigger and hold the saw
motionless in the material until the blade comes to a
complete stop. Never attempt to remove the saw from
the work or pull the saw backward while the blade is
in motion or kickback may occur. Investigate and take
corrective actions to eliminate the cause of blade binding.
c. When restarting a saw in the workpiece, centre the
saw blade in the kerf and check that saw teeth are not
engaged into the material. If saw blade is binding, it may
walk up or kickback from the workpiece as the saw is
restarted.
d. Support large panels to minimise the risk of blade
pinching and kickback. Large panels tend to sag under
their own weight. Supports must be placed under the
panel on both sides, near the line of cut and near the edge
of the panel.
e. Do not use dull or damaged blades. Unsharpened or
improperly set blades produce narrow kerf causing
excessive friction, blade binding and kickback.
f. Blade depth and bevel adjusting locking levers must
be tight and secure before making cut. If blade
adjustment shifts while cutting, it may cause binding and
kickback.
g. Use extra caution when sawing into existing walls or
other blind areas. The protruding blade may cut objects
that can cause kickback.
Lower guard function
a. Check lower guard for proper closing before each
use.
6. 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. Never service damaged battery packs. Service of
battery packs should only be performed by the
manufacturer or authorized service providers.

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Do not operate the saw if lower guard does not
move freely and close instantly. Never clamp or tie the
lower guard into the open position. If saw is
accidentally dropped, lower guard may be bent. Raise the
lower guard with the retracting handle and make sure it
moves freely and does not touch the blade or any other
part, in all angles and depths of cut.
b. Check the operation of the lower guard spring. If the
guard and the spring are not operating properly, they
must be serviced before use. Lower guard may operate
sluggishly due to damaged parts, gummy deposits, or a
build-up of debris.
c. Lower guard may be retracted manually only for
special cuts such as "plunge cuts" and "compound
cuts". Raise lower guard by retracting handle and as soon
as blade enters the material, the lower guard must be
released. For all other sawing, the lower guard should
operate automatically.
d. Always observe that the lower guard is covering the
blade before placing saw down on bench or oor. An
unprotected, coasting blade will cause the saw to walk
backwards, cutting whatever is in its path. Be aware of the
time it takes for the blade to stop after switch is released.
Safety of others
uThis tool is not intended for use 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
concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible
for their safety.
uChildren should be supervised to ensure that they do not
play with the appliance.
Residual risks
Additional residual risks may arise when using the tool which
may not be included in the enclosed safety warnings. These
risks can arise from misuse, prolonged use etc.
Even with the application of the relevant safety regulations
and the implementation of safety devices, certain residual
risks can not be avoided. These include:
uInjuries caused by touching any rotating/moving parts.
uInjuries caused when changing any parts, blades or
accessories.
uInjuries caused by prolonged use of a tool. When using
any tool for prolonged periods ensure you take regular
breaks.
uImpairment of hearing.
uHealth hazards caused by breathing dust developed when
using your tool (example:- working with wood, especially
oak, beech and MDF.)
Vibration
The declared vibration emission values stated in the technical
data and the declaration of conformity have been measured
in accordance with a standard test method provided by
EN62841and may be used for comparing one tool with
another.
The declared vibration emission value may also be used in a
preliminary assessment of exposure.
Warning! The vibration emission value during actual use of
the power tool can differ from the declared value depending
on the ways in which the tool is used. The vibration level may
increase above the level stated.
When assessing vibration exposure to determine safety
measures required by 2002/44/EC to protect persons regularly
using power tools in employment, an estimation of vibration
exposure should consider, the actual conditions of use and the
way the tool is used, including taking account of all parts of the
operating cycle such as the times when the tool is switched off
and when it is running idle in addition to the trigger time.
Saw blades
uDo not use blades of larger or smaller diameter than
recommended. For the proper blade rating refer to the
technical data. Use only the blades specified in thi
manual, complying with EN 847-1.
uWarning! Never use abrasive wheels.
Labels on tool
The following pictograms along with the date code are shown
on the tool:
:Warning! To reduce the risk of injury, the user
must read the instruction manual.
Additional safety instructions for batteries and
chargers
Batteries
uNever attempt to open for any reason.
uDo not expose the battery to water.
uDo not store in locations where the temperature may
exceed 40 °C.
uCharge only at ambient temperatures between 10 °C and
40 °C.
uCharge only using the charger provided with the tool.
uWhen disposing of batteries, follow the instructions given
in the section "Protecting the environment".
Do not attempt to charge damaged batteries.

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Chargers
uUse your STANLEY FAT MAX charger only to charge
the battery in the tool with which it was supplied. Other
batteries could burst, causing personal injury and damage.
uNever attempt to charge non-rechargeable batteries.
uHave defective cords replaced immediately.
uDo not expose the charger to water.
uDo not open the charger.
uDo not probe the charger.
$The charger is intended for indoor use only.
+Read the instruction manual before use.
Electrical safety
#Your charger is double insulated; therefore no
earth wire is required. Always check that the
mains voltage corresponds to the voltage on
the rating plate. Never attempt to replace the
charger unit with a regular mains plug.
uIf the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by
the manufacturer or an authorised STANLEY FAT MAX
Service Centre in order to avoid a hazard.
Warning! Never attempt to replace the charger unit with a
regular mains plug.
Features
This appliance includes some or all of the following features.
1. On/off switch
2. Lock-off button
3. Main handle
4. Secondary handle
5. Spindle lock button
6. Shoe
7. Saw blade
9. Saw dust outlet
10. Battery
Use
Warning! Let the tool work at its own pace. Do not overload.
Charging the battery (Fig. A)
The battery needs to be charged before first use and
whenever it fails to produce sufficient power on jobs that were
easily done before.
The battery may become warm while charging; this is normal
and does not indicate a problem.
Warning! Do not charge the battery at ambient temperatures
below 10 °C or above 40 °C. Recommended charging
temperature: approx. 24 °C.
Note: The charger will not charge a battery if the cell
temperature is below approximately 10 °C or above 40 °C.
The battery should be left in the charger and the
charger will begin to charge automatically when the cell
temperature warms up or cools down.
Note: To ensure maximum performance and life of lithium-ion
battery packs, charge the battery pack fully before first
use.
uPlug the charger (11) into an appropriate outlet before
inserting battery pack (10).
uThe green charging light (11a) will blink continuously
indicating that the charging process has started.
uThe completion of charge will be indicated by the green
charging light (11a) remaining ON continuously. The
battery pack (10) is fully charged and may be removed
and used at this time or left in the charger (11).
uCharge discharged batteries within 1 week. Battery life will
be greatly diminished if stored in a discharged state.
Charger LED Modes
Charging:
Green LED Intermittent
Fully Charged:
Green LED Solid
Hot/Cold Pack Delay:
Green LED Intermittent
Red LED Solid
Note: The compatible charger(s) will not charge a faulty
battery pack. The charger will indicate a faulty battery pack by
refusing to light.
Note: This could also mean a problem with a charger. If the
charger indicates a problem, take the charger and battery
pack to be tested at an authorized service centre.
Leaving the battery in the charger
The charger and battery pack can be left connected with the
LED glowing indefinitel . The charger will keep the battery
pack fresh and fully charged.
Hot/Cold Pack Delay
When the charger detects a battery that is too hot or too cold,
it automatically starts a Hot/Cold Pack Delay, the green LED
(11a) will flash intermittentl , while the red LED (11b) will
remain on continuously, suspending charging until the battery
has reached an appropriate temperature. The charger then
automatically switches to the pack charging mode. This
feature ensures maximum battery life.

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Battery state of charge indicator (Fig. B)
The battery includes a state of charge indicator to quickly
determine the extent of battery life as shown in figure B. By
pressing the state of charge button (10a) you can easily view
the charge remaining in the battery as illustrated in figure B.
Installing and Removing the Battery Pack from the
tool
Warning! Make certain the lock-off button is engaged to
prevent switch actuation before removing or installing battery.
To install battery pack (Fig. C)
uInsert battery pack firmly into tool until an audible click is
heard as shown in figure C. Ensure battery pack is fully
seated and fully latched into position.
To remove battery pack (Fig. D)
uDepress the battery release button (10b) as shown in
figure D and pull battery pack out of tool
Storage hook (Optional extra) (Fig. E)
Warning! To reduce the risk of serious personal injury,
place the forward/reverse button in the lock-off position or
turn tool off and disconnect battery pack before making
any adjustments or removing/installing attachments or
accessories.
An accidental start-up can cause injury.
Warning! To reduce the risk of serious personal injury, ensure
the screw (13) holding the storage hook is secure.
Note: When attaching or replacing the storage hook (12),
use only the screw (13) that is provided. Be sure to securely
tighten the screw.
If the hook is not desired at all, it can be removed from the
tool.
To move the storage hook, remove the screw (13) that holds
the storage hook (12) in place.
Note: Various trackwall hooks and storage configurations are
available.
Please visit our website www.stanley.eu/3 for further
information.
Removing and tting a saw blade (Fig. F)
Removing
uKeep the spindle lock button (5) depressed and rotate the
blade until the spindle lock engages.
uLoosen and remove the blade retaining screw (16) by
turning it clockwise using the Allen key (17) supplied.
uRemove the outer washer (15).
uRemove the saw blade (7).
Fitting
uPlace the saw blade onto the inner flange (14), makin
sure that the arrow on the blade points in the same
direction as the arrow on the tool.
uFit the outer washer (15) on the spindle, with the raised
part pointing away from the saw blade.
uInsert the blade retaining screw (16) into the hole.
uKeep the spindle lock button (5) depressed.
uSecurely tighten the blade retaining screw by turning it
counterclockwise using the Allen key (17) supplied.
Adjusting the sawing angle (Fig. G)
Use a square to check that the angle between the saw blade
and the shoe is 90º. If the angle does not measure 90º adjust
as follows:
uLoosen the locking knob (19) to unlock the saw shoe.
uLoosen the locknut on the adjusting screw (18).
uScrew the adjusting screw in or out to achieve a 90º angle.
u Retighten the locknut.
u Tighten the locking knob to lock the saw shoe in place.
Adjusting the depth of cut (Fig. H)
The depth of cut should be set according to the thickness of
the workpiece. It should exceed the thickness by approx. 2
mm.
uLoosen the knob (20) to unlock the saw shoe.
uMove the saw shoe (6) into the desired position.
uTighten the knob to lock the saw shoe in place.
Adjusting the bevel angle (Fig. I)
This tool can be set to bevel angles between 0º and 45º.
uLoosen the locking knob (21) to unlock the saw shoe.
uMove the saw shoe (6) into the desired position. The
corresponding bevel angle can be read from the scale
(22).
uTighten the locking knob to lock the saw shoe in place,
Switching on and off
uTo switch the tool on, press down the lock-off button (2)
and squeeze the on/off switch (1).
uTo switch the tool off, release the on/off switch.
Sawing
Always hold the tool with both hands.
u Let the blade run freely for a few seconds before starting
the cut.
u Apply only a gentle pressure to the tool while performing
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uWork with the shoe pressed against the workpiece.
Note: Take care not to allow the blade tips to overheat.
Using the sight guide (Fig. J)
The tool is equipped with a sight guide for straight cutting (23)
and for 45º bevel cutting (24).
uAlign the left edge of the guides (23) or (24) with the
cutting line (25).
uKeep the sight guide aligned with the cutting line while
sawing.
uWork with the shoe pressed against the workpiece.
Dust extraction
An adaptor is required to connect a vacuum cleaner or dust
extractor to the tool.
uInsert the dust extraction adaptor into the saw dust outlet
(9).
uConnect the vacuum cleaner hose to the adaptor.
Hints for optimum use
uAlways use the appropriate type of saw blade for the
workpiece material and type of cut.
uAlways hold the tool with both hands.
uLet the blade run freely for a few seconds before starting
the cut.
uApply only a gentle pressure to the tool while performing
the cut.
uWork with the shoe pressed against the workpiece.
uAs some splintering along the line of cut on the top side of
the workpiece cannot be avoided, cut on the side where
splintering is acceptable.
uWhere splintering is to be minimised, e.g. when cutting
laminates, clamp a piece of plywood onto the top of the
workpiece.
uSupport large panels to minimize the risk of blade pinching
and kickback. Large panels tend to sag under their own
weight.
uSupports must be placed under the panel on both sides,
near the line of cut and near the edge of the panel being
cut.
uNever hold piece being cut in your hands or across your
leg.
uSecure the workpiece to a stable platform using clamps. It
is important to support the work properly to minimize body
exposure, blade binding, or loss of control.
Accessories
The performance of your tool depends on the accessory used.
Stanley Fat Max accessories are engineered to high quality
standards and designed to enhance the performance of your
tool. By using these accessories you will get the very best
from your tool.
Maintenance
Your STANLEY FAT MAX tool has been designed to operate
over a long period of time with a minimum of maintenance.
Continuous satisfactory operation depends upon proper tool
care and regular cleaning.
Your charger does not require any maintenance apart from
regular cleaning.
Warning! Before performing any maintenance on the tool,
remove the battery from the tool. Unplug the charger before
cleaning it.
uRegularly clean the ventilation slots in your tool and
charger using a soft brush or dry cloth.
uRegularly clean the motor housing using a damp cloth.
uDo not use any abrasive or solvent-based cleaner.
Mains plug replacement (U.K. & Ireland only)
If a new mains plug needs to be fitted
uSafely dispose of the old plug.
uConnect the brown lead to the live terminal in the new
plug.
uConnect the blue lead to the neutral terminal.
Warning! No connection is to be made to the earth terminal.
Follow the fitting instructions supplied with good quality plugs
Recommended fuse: 5 A.
Protecting the environment
ZSeparate collection. Products and batteries marked
with this symbol must not be disposed of with
normal household waste.
Products and batteries contain materials that can be
recovered or recycled reducing the demand for raw materials.
Please recycle electrical products and batteries according to
local provisions. Further information is available at
www.2helpU.com
Technical data
SFMCS500
Voltage VDC 18V
No-load speed Min-1 0 - 4,000
Max. depth of cut mm 54
Max depth of cut at 45º bevel mm 45
Blade diameter mm 165
Blade bore mm 16
Blade tip width mm 2.0
Weight kg 3.4

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Charger SFMCB11 SFMCB12 SFMCB14
Input Voltage VAC 230 230 230
Output Voltage VDC 18 18 18
Current A 1.25 2 4
Battery SFMCB201 SFMCB202 SFMCB204 SFMCB206
Voltage VDC 18 18 18 18
Capacity Ah 1.5 2.0 4.0 6.0
Type Li-Ion Li-Ion Li-Ion Li-Ion
Level of sound pressure according to EN62841:
Sound pressure (LpA) 79 dB(A), uncertainty (K) 5 dB(A)
Sound power (LWA) 90 dB(A), uncertainty (K) 5 dB(A)
Vibration total values (triax vector sum) according to EN62841:
Cutting wood (ah, w) 2.4 m/s2, uncertainty (K) 1.5 m/s2
EC declaration of conformity
MACHINERY DIRECTIVE
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SFMCS500 - Circular saw
Stanley Fat Max declares that these products described under
EN62841-1:2015, EN62841-2-1:2018.
These products also comply with Directive 2006/42/EC,
2014/30/EU and 2011/65/EU. For more information, please
contact Black & Decker at the following address or refer to the
back of the manual.
For more information, please contact Stanley Fat Max at the
following address or refer to the back of the manual.
The undersigned is responsible for compilation of the technical
file nd makes this declaration on behalf of
Stanley Fat Max.
A.P. Smith
Technical Director
Stanley Fat Max Europe, Egide Walschaertsstraat14-18,
2800 Mechelen, Belgium
11-18-2019

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N717555 12/2019
Australia & New Zealand
Stanley Black & Decker
Stanley Fat Max
www.stanleytools.com.au
Tel.[phone] (Aust) or Tel. [phone] (NZ)
810 Whitehorse Road Box Hill VIC 3128, Australia