VARO POWERplus XQ POWXQ5313 User manual

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1APPLICATION..................................................................................3
2DESCRIPTION .................................................................................3
3PACKAGE CONTENT LIST.............................................................3
4SYMBOLS........................................................................................3
5GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS ..........................4
5.1 Working area...........................................................................................................4
5.2 Electrical safety.......................................................................................................4
5.3 Personal safety .......................................................................................................5
5.4 Power tool use and care.........................................................................................5
5.5 Service.....................................................................................................................5
6ADDITIONAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR CIRCULAR SAWS 5
7ADDITIONAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR LASERS................6
8ADJUSTMENTS...............................................................................6
8.1 Replacing the saw blade (15) .................................................................................6
8.2 Adjusting the depth of cut.....................................................................................6
8.3 Setting the mitre angle............................................................................................7
8.4 Mounting the edge guide (9)...................................................................................7
8.5 Cutting Line Guide..................................................................................................7
9OPERATION.....................................................................................7
9.1 Instructions for use.................................................................................................7
9.2 Switching on and off...............................................................................................7
9.3 Dust extraction (13).................................................................................................7
9.4 Use of the laser (5)..................................................................................................7
10 CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE...................................................8
10.1 Cleaning...................................................................................................................8
10.2 Checking and replacing the carbon brushes........................................................8
10.3 Service department.................................................................................................8
11 TECHNICAL DATA..........................................................................8
12 NOISE AND VIBRATION.................................................................8
13 WARRANTY.....................................................................................9

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14 ENVIRONMENT ...............................................................................9
15 DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY ..............................................10

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CIRCULAR SAW 1350W
POWXQ5313
1 APPLICATION
Your circular saw has been designed for sawing wooden workpieces. The machine is only
suitable for right-hand use. The machine is not suitable for stationary use. It is not designed for
commercial use.
WARNING! For your own safety, read this manual and the general safety
instructions carefully before using the appliance. Your power tool should
only be given to other users together with these instructions.
2 DESCRIPTION
Fig 1
1. Power Cable
2. Handle
3. Laser on/off switch
4. Guide handle
5. Laser
6. Spindle lock button
7. Lock lever for angle adjustment
8. Lock screw for edge guide
9. Edge guide
10. Marking for bevel cuts
11. Marking for straight cuts
12. Shoe
13. Dust extraction port
14. Lower guard lever
15. Saw blade
16. Outer Flange
17. Blade clamp screw
18. Lower guard
Fig 2
19. Lock lever for depth adjustment
20. Lock-off button
21. On/off switch
3 PACKAGE CONTENT LIST
Remove all packaging materials.
Remove remaining packaging and packing inserts (if included).
Check that the package contents are complete.
Check the appliance, the power cord, the power plug and all accessories for transportation
damage.
Keep the packaging materials as far as possible until the end of the warranty period. Then
take it to your local waste disposal system.
WARNING Packaging materials are not toys! Children must not play with
plastic bags! There is a danger of suffocation!
1 set of carbon brushes
1 wood-cutting saw blade (assembled)
1 edge guide
1 wrench
1 manual
1 small XQ catalogue
If any parts are missing or damaged, please contact your dealer.
4 SYMBOLS
The following symbols are used in this manual and/or on the machine:

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Denotes risk of personal injury
or damage to the tool.
Read manual before use.
In accordance with essential
safety standards of applicable
European directives.
Class II - The machine is double
insulated; earth wire is therefore
not necessary.
Wear noise protection.
Wear a mask In dusty conditions.
Wear eye protection.
Wear gloves.
Attention Laser radiation! Do not look into the beam. Laser class 2.
5 GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS
Read all safety warnings and instructions. Failure to heed warnings and follow instructions
may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury. Keep safety warnings and instructions
for future reference. The term "power tool" in the safety warnings refers to your mains-
operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated (cordless) power tool.
5.1 Working area
Keep working area clean and well lit. Untidy and dark areas can lead to accidents.
Do not operate power tools in potentially explosive surroundings, for example, in the
presence of inflammable liquids, gases or dust. Power tools create sparks which may
ignite the dust or fumes.
Keep children and bystanders at a distance when operating a power tool. Distractions can
cause you to lose control of it.
5.2 Electrical safety
Always check that the power supply corresponds to the voltage on the
rating plate.
Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never modify the plug in any way. Do not use
adapter plugs with earthed power tools. Unmodified plugs and matching outlets will reduce
the risk of a lethal electric shock.
Avoid body contact with earthed surfaces such as pipes, radiators, kitchen ranges and
refrigerators. There is an increased risk of a lethal electric shock if your body is earthed.
Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. If water gets inside a power tool, it will
increase the risk of a lethal electric shock.
Do not damage the cord. Never use the cord for carrying, pulling or unplugging the power
tool. Keep the cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts. Damaged or
entangled cords increase the risk of a lethal electric shock.
When operating a power tool outdoors, use an extension cable suitable for outdoor use.
Using a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of a lethal electric shock.

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If operating a power tool in a damp location is unavoidable, use a power supply protected
by a residual current device (RCD). Using an RCD reduces the risk of a lethal electric
shock.
5.3 Personal safety
Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a power
tool. Do not use a power tool when you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or
medication. A moment of inattention when operating a power tool may result in serious
personal injury.
Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protection. Using safety equipment such as a
dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, a hard hat, or hearing protection whenever it is needed
will reduce the risk of personal injury.
Avoid accidental starts. Ensure the switch is in the off position before inserting the plug.
Carrying power tools with your finger on the switch or plugging in power tools when the
switch is in the on position makes accidents more likely.
Remove any adjusting keys or spanners before turning on the power tool. A spanner or
key left attached to a rotating part of the power tool may result in personal injury.
Do not reach out too far. Keep your feet firmly on the ground at all times. This will enable
you retain control over the power tool in unexpected situations.
Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery. Keep your hair, clothing and
gloves away from the power tool. Loose clothes, jewellery or long hair can become
entangled in the moving parts.
If there are devices for connecting dust extraction and collection facilities, please ensure
that they are attached and used correctly. Using such devices can reduce dust-related
hazards.
5.4 Power tool use and care
Do not expect the power tool to do more than it can. Use the correct power tool for what
you want to do. A power tool will achieve better results and be safer if used in the context
for which it was designed.
Do not use the power tool if the switch cannot turn it on and off. A power tool with a broken
switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
Disconnect the plug from the power source before making adjustments, changing
accessories, or storing power tools. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of
starting the power tool accidentally.
Store power tools, when not in use, out of the reach of children and do not allow people
who are not familiar with the power tool or these instructions to operate it. Power tools are
potentially dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
Maintenance. Check for misalignment or jammed moving parts, breakages or any other
feature that might affect the operation of the power tool. If it is damaged, the power tool
must be repaired. Many accidents are caused by using poorly maintained power tools.
Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting
edges are less likely to jam and are easier to control.
Use the power tool, accessories and cutting tools, 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 which needs to be done. Using a power tool
in ways for which it was not intended can lead to potentially hazardous situations.
5.5 Service
Your power tool should be serviced by a qualified specialist using only standard spare
parts. This will ensure that it meets the required safety standards.
6 ADDITIONAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR CIRCULAR SAWS
Make sure that all devices screening the saw blade are in perfect working order.

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Make sure that the saw blade (15) is screened correctly. Especially observe the following
instructions:
Never block the saw blade guard. Repair a jammed saw blade guard before using the
machine again.
Replace a broken tension spring before using the machine again.
Do not use saw blades made of HSS steel.
Do not use bent, deformed or otherwise damaged saw blades.
Do not use saw blades which do not meet the specifications stated in this manual.
Before sawing, remove all nails and other metal objects from the workpiece.
Never start sawing before the saw reaches its full speed.
Securely clamp the workpiece. Never attempt to saw extremely small workpieces.
Only put the machine aside after switching off and when the saw blade has come to a
complete standstill.
Never try to slow the saw blade down by exerting pressure on the side.
Before performing maintenance to the machine, always unplug the machine.
7 ADDITIONAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR LASERS
Warning! The laser beam potentially causes eye damage. Do not look or
stare into the laser beam.
During use, do not point the laser beam at people, directly or indirectly through reflecting
surfaces.
This laser complies with class 2 according to the relevant standard. The unit includes no
servicing components. Do not open the housing for any reason. If the unit is damaged,
have the damage repaired by an authorized repair agent.
Laser viewing glasses are not protective glasses against laser radiation.
8 ADJUSTMENTS
8.1 Replacing the saw blade (15)
Only use sharp and undamaged saw blades. Cracked or bent saw blades
must be replaced immediately.
Before performing any adjustments disconnect the plug.
Place the saw on a side of a flat surface.
Rotate the saw blade by hand while depressing the spindle lock button until the blade is
locked. Loosen the blade clamp screw (17), use the hex key provided in anti-clockwise
direction.
Remove the blade clamp screw (17),.the washer and the outer flange (16).
Lift the lower guard (18) by using the lower guard lever (14) and remove the blade.
Clean the saw blade flanges, and then mount the new saw blade onto the spindle, which
is against the inner flange.
Make sure the saw teeth and arrow on the blade is to the same direction as the arrow on
the upper guard.
Reinstall the outer flange(16), washer and tighten the blade clamp screw (17).
Make sure the saw blade can runs freely by turning the blade by hand.
8.2 Adjusting the depth of cut
The depth of the cut is infinitely adjustable.
A clean cut is achieved with the saw blade protruding from the material by approx. 3 mm.

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Loosen the lock lever for depth adjustment (19).
Set the required depth of cut according to the scale.
Tighten the lock lever (19).
8.3 Setting the mitre angle
The mitre angle is infinitely variable between 0° and 45°.
Loosen the lock lever (7).
Set the required mitre angle using the scale.
Tighten the lock lever (7).
8.4 Mounting the edge guide (9)
The edge guide (9) allows sawing parallel to an edge at a maximum distance of 140mm.
Loosen the lock screw (8).
Insert the edge guide (9) into the shoe (12).
Set the edge guide (9) to the required distance.
Tighten the lock screw (8).
8.5 Cutting Line Guide
The left side of the notch in the shoe is the guide for straight 90º degree cuts (11)(see the 0º
scale). The right side of the notch is for 45º angle bevel cuts (10). The cutting guide notch just
gives an approximate line of cutting since different blade types and thickness will alter the cut
line. Always make a sample cut in a scrap lumber to obtain an actual cut line. To minimize
splintering, please cut material with the good side down.
9 OPERATION
9.1 Instructions for use
Clamp the workpiece. Make sure that the side which will be visible later is facing down,
because the cut is most accurate at that side.
Switch on the machine before it touches the workpiece. Do not exert pressure on the saw
blade. Allow the machine enough time to cut the workpiece.
Hold the machine with both hands using both grips. This ensures optimum control over the
machine.
For straight cuts along a drawn line use the marking for straight cuts.
For bevel cuts along a drawn line us the marking for bevel cuts.
9.2 Switching on and off
To switch the tool on, keep the lock-off button (20) depressed and press the on/off switch
(21).
To switch the tool off, release the on/off switch (21).
9.3 Dust extraction (13)
A vacuum cleaner can be connected to the dust extraction connector, either directly to the
connector or using an adapter.
If necessary, connect an adapter to the connector.
Preferably use a vacuum cleaner for industrial use.
9.4 Use of the laser (5)
The laser beam is used for projection of the cut on the workpiece.
Switch the laser on by means of the on/off switch (3).
Place the machine on the workpiece with the saw marking above the start of the cutting
line.
Check that the laser aligns with the cutting line as marked on the workpiece.
Switch on the machine.
Follow the ‘instructions for use’ to perform a cut.
After use, switch off the laser.

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10 CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
Attention! Before performing any work on the equipment, pull the power
plug (1).
10.1 Cleaning
Keep the ventilation slots of the machine clean to prevent overheating of the engine.
Regularly clean the machine housing with a soft cloth, preferably after each use.
Keep the ventilation slots free from dust and dirt.
If the dirt does not come off use a soft cloth moistened with soapy water.
Never use solvents such as petrol, alcohol, ammonia water, etc. These
solvents may damage the plastic parts.
10.2 Checking and replacing the carbon brushes
The carbon brushes must be checked on a regular basis.
In case of wear, replace both carbon brushes at the same time.
Mount the carbon brush holders.
After mounting new carbon brushes, let the machine run at no load for 15 minutes.
Use only the correct type of carbon brushes.
10.3 Service department
If the connecting cable (or mains plug) is damaged, it must be replaced. Replacement of the
connecting cable should only be carried out by a qualified specialist (qualified electrician).
11 TECHNICAL DATA
POWXQ5313
Rated voltage
230-240V
Rated frequency
50Hz
Rated input
1350W
No load speed
5000min-1
Max cutting depth 90°
62mm
Max cutting depth 45°
41mm
Blade
185 x 20 x 2.4 mm
Teeth
24T
Degree of protection
IP20
Protection class
Double insulated
Weight
4.16 kg
Construction
Hand-held
Supply connection
Non detachable cord
Rated operation
Continuous operation
12 NOISE AND VIBRATION
Noise emission values measured according to relevant standard. (k=3)
Sound pressure level LpA
92dB(A)
Sound power level LwA
103dB(A)

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ATTENTION! Wear hearing protection when sound pressure is over
85dB(A).
Vibration
2.64m/s²
1.5 m/s²
13 WARRANTY
This product is warranted for a 5-year period effective from the date of purchase by the
first user.
This warranty covers all material or production flaws excluding : batteries, chargers,
defective parts subject to normal wear & tear such as bearings, brushes, cables, and
plugs, or accessories such as drills, drill bits, saw blades, etc. ; damage or defects
resulting from maltreatment, accidents or alterations; nor the cost of transportation.
Damage and/or defects resulting from inappropriate use also do not fall under the
warranty provisions.
We also disclaim all liability for any bodily injury resulting from inappropriate use of the
tool.
Repairs may only be carried out by an authorised customer service centre for Powerplus
tools.
You can always obtain more information at the number 00 32 3 292 92 90.
Any transportation costs shall always be borne by the customer, unless agreed otherwise
in writing.
At the same time, no claim can be made on the warranty if the damage of the device is the
result of negligent maintenance or overload.
Definitely excluded from the warranty is damage resulting from fluid permeation, excessive
dust penetration, intentional damage (on purpose or by gross carelessness), inappropriate
usage (use for purposes for which the device is not suitable), incompetent usage (e.g. not
following the instructions given in the manual), inexpert assembly, lightning strike,
erroneus net voltage. This list is not exhaustive.
Acceptance of claims under warranty can never lead to the prolongation of the warranty
period nor commencement of a new warranty period in case of a device replacement.
Devices or parts which are replaced under the warranty therefore remain the property of
Varo NV.
We reserve the right to reject a claim whenever the purchase cannot be verified or when it
is clear that the product has not been properly maintained. (Clean ventilation slots, carbon
brushes serviced regularly, etc.).
Your purchase receipt must be kept as proof of date of purchase.
Your appliance must be returned undismantled to your dealer in an acceptably clean state,
(in its original blow-moulded case if applicable to the unit), accompanied by proof of
purchase.
14 ENVIRONMENT
Should your machine need replacement after extended use, do not put it in the
domestic waste but dispose of it in an environmentally safe way.
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

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15 DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
VARO N.V. - Joseph Van Instraat 9 - BE2500 Lier - BELGIUM, declares that,
Product: Circular Saw 1350W
Trade mark: POWERplus
Model: POWXQ5313
is in conformity with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of the applicable
European Directives, based on the application of European harmonized standards. Any
unauthorized modification of the apparatus voids this declaration.
European Directives (including, if applicable, their amendments up to the date of signature);
2011/65/EU
2004/108/EC
2006/42/EC
European harmonized standards (including, if applicable, their amendments up to the date of
signature);
EN60745-1: 2009
EN60745-2-5: 2010
EN55014-1: 2006
EN55014-2: 1997
EN61000-3-2: 2006
EN61000-3-3: 2013
Keeper of the Technical Documentation : Philippe Vankerkhove, VARO –Vic. Van Rompuy
N.V.
The undersigned acts on behalf of the company CEO,
Philippe Vankerkhove
Regulatory Affairs –Compliance Manager
Date: 05/05/2014