Wickes BMS2102 User manual

BMS2102
223747
SLIDING MITRE SAW
210MM

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CONTENTS
GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS 3
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COMPONENT LIST
ACCESSORIES
TECHNICAL DATA
SYMBOLS
NOISE INFORMATION
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION
MAINTENANCE
PLUG REPLACEMENT (ONLY FOR REWIRABLE PLUG OF UK & IRELAND)
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

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ORIGINAL INSTRUCTION
GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS
WARNING: Read all safety warnings,
instructions, illustrations and specications
provided with this power tool. Failure to follow all
instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire
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. Unmodified plugs and matching outlets will
reduce risk of electric shock.
b) Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded
surfaces, such as pipes, radiators, ranges and
refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric
shock if your body is earthed or grounded.
c) Do not expose power tools to rain or wet
conditions. Water entering a power tool will
increase the risk of electric shock.
d) Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for
carrying, pulling or unplugging the power tool.
Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges
or moving parts. Damaged or entangled cords
increase the risk of electric shock.
e) When operating a power tool outdoors, use an
extension cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of
a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of
electric shock.
f) If operating a power tool in a damp location
is unavoidable, use a residual current device
(RCD) protected supply. Use of an RCD reduces
the risk of electric shock.
3) Personal safety
a) Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use
common sense when operating a power tool.
Do not use a power tool while you are tired or under
the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A
moment of inattention while operating power tools
may result in serious personal injury.
b) Use personal protective equipment. Always
wear eye protection. Protective equipment such
as dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or
hearing protection used for appropriate conditions
will reduce personal injuries.
c) Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the
switch is in the off-position before connecting
to power source and/or battery pack, picking
up or carrying the tool. Carrying power tools with
your finger on the switch or energising power tools
that have the switch on invites accidents.
d) Remove any adjusting key or wrench before
turning the power tool on. A wrench or a key left
attached to a rotating part of the power tool may
result in personal injury.
e) Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and
balance at all times. This enables better control of
the power tool in unexpected situations.
f) Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or
jewellery. Keep your hair and clothing 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. Acareless 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

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR MITRE SAWS
a) Mitre saws are intended to cut wood or wood-like products, they cannot be used with abrasive cut-off
wheels for cutting ferrous material such as bars, rods, studs,etc. Abrasive dust causes moving parts such
as the lower guard to jam. Sparks from abrasive cutting will burn the lower guard, the kerf insert and other plastic
parts.
b) Use clamps to support the workpiece whenever possible. If supporting the workpiece by hand, you
must always keep your hand at least 100 mm from either side of the saw blade. Do not use this saw to
cut pieces that are too small to be securely clamped or held by hand. If your hand is placed too close to the
saw blade, there is an increased risk of injury from blade contact.
c) The workpiece must be stationary and clamped or held against both the fence and the table. Do not
feed the workpiece into the blade or cut “freehand” in any way. Unrestrained or moving workpieces could
be thrown at high speeds, causing injury.
d) Push the saw through the workpiece. Do not pull the saw through the workpiece. To make a cut, raise
the saw head and pull it out over the workpiece without cutting, start the motor, press the saw head
down and push the saw through the workpiece. Cutting on the pull stroke is likely to cause the saw blade to
climb on top of the workpiece and violently throw the blade assembly towards the operator.
e) Never cross your hand over the intended line of cutting either in front or behind the saw blade.
Supporting the workpiece “cross handed” i.e. holding the workpiece to the right of the saw blade with your left
hand or vice versa is very dangerous.
f) Do not reach behind the fence with either hand closer than 100 mm from either side of the saw blade,
to remove wood scraps, or for any other reason while the blade is spinning. The proximity of the spinning
saw blade to your hand may not be obvious and you may be seriously injured.
g) Inspect your workpiece before cutting. If the workpiece is bowed or warped, clamp it with the outside
bowed face toward the fence. Always make certain that there is no gap between the workpiece, fence
and table along the line of the cut. Bent or warped workpieces can twist or shift and may cause binding on the
spinning saw blade while cutting. There should be no nails or foreign objects in the workpiece.
h) Do not use the saw until the table is clear of all tools, wood scraps, etc., except for the workpiece.
Small debris or loose pieces of wood or other objects that contact the revolving blade can be thrown with high
speed.
i) Cut only one workpiece at a time. Stacked multiple workpieces cannot be adequately clamped or braced and
may bind on the blade or shift during cutting.
and/or remove the battery pack, if detachable, 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 tool’s operation. If damaged, have the power
tool repaired before use. Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained power tools.
f) Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to
bind and are easier to control.
g) Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc. in accordance with these instructions, taking into
account the working conditions and the work to be performed. Use of the power tool for operations different
from those intended could result in a hazardous situation.
h) Keep handles and grasping surfaces dry, clean and free from oil and grease. Slippery handles and
grasping surfaces do not allow for safe handling and control of the tool in unexpected situations.
5) Service
a) Have your power tool serviced by a qualied repair person using only identical replacement parts. This
will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained.

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GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS FOR YOUR LASER
ADDITIONAL SAFETY WARNING FOR CLASS 2 LASER
WARNING: Read all safety warnings and all instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may
result in serious injury.
Save all warnings and instructions for future reference.
These lasers do not normally present an optical hazard although staring at the beam may cause flash blindness.
Do not stare directly at the laser beam. A hazard may exist if you deliberately stare into the beam, please observe all safety
rules as follows:
1. The laser shall be used and maintained in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
2. Never aim the beam at any person or an object other than the work piece.
3. The laser beam shall not be deliberately aimed at another person and shall be prevented from being directed towards
the eye of a person for longer than 0.25 seconds area.
4. Always ensure the laser beam is aimed at a sturdy work piece without reflective surfaces, e.g. wood or rough-coated
surfaces are acceptable. Bright shiny reflective sheet steel or similar is not suitable for laser applications as the
reflective surface may direct the laser beam back at the operator.
5. Do not change the laser device with a different type. The manufacturer or an authorized agent must carry out repairs.
6. CAUTION: Use of controls or adjustments other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
The laser device fitted to this tool is CLASS 2 with a maximum radiation of <1 mW and 650 nm wavelength.
CLASS 2 LASER RADIATION, DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM
j) Ensure the mitre saw is mounted or placed on a level, rm work surface before use. A level and firm work
surface reduces the risk of the mitre saw becoming unstable.
k) Plan your work. Every time you change the bevel or mitre angle setting, make sure the adjustable fence
is set correctly to support the workpiece and will not interfere with the blade or the guarding system.
Without turning the tool “ON” and with no workpiece on the table, move the saw blade through a complete
simulated cut to assure there will be no interference or danger of cutting the fence.
l) Provide adequate support such as table extensions, saw horses, etc. for a workpiece that is wider or
longer than the table top. Workpieces longer or wider than the mitre saw table can tip if not securely supported. If
the cut-off piece or workpiece tips, it can lift the lower guard or be thrown by the spinning blade.
m) Do not use another person as a substitute for a table extension or as additional support. Unstable support
for the workpiece can cause the blade to bind or the workpiece to shift during the cutting operation pulling you and
the helper into the spinning blade.
n) The cut-off piece must not be jammed or pressed by any means against the spinning saw blade. If
confined, i.e. using length stops, the cut-off piece could get wedged against the blade and thrown violently.
o) Always use a clamp or a xture designed to properly support round material such as rods or tubing. Rods
have a tendency to roll while being cut, causing the blade to “bite” and pull the work with your hand into the blade.
p) Let the blade reach full speed before contacting the workpiece. This will reduce the risk of the workpiece
being thrown.
q) If the workpiece or blade becomes jammed, turn the mitre saw off. Wait for all moving parts to stop
and disconnect the plug from the power source and/or remove the battery pack. Then work to free the
jammed material. Continued sawing with a jammed workpiece could cause loss of control or damage to the mitre
saw.
r) After nishing the cut, release the switch, hold the saw head down and wait for the blade to stop before
removing the cut-off piece. Reaching with your hand near the coasting blade is dangerous.
s) Use only saw blades recommended by the manufacturer, which conform to EN 847-1, if intended for
wood and analogous materials.

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COMPONENT LIST

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Operating handle
Lower blade lock lever
Upper xed guard
Lower rotating guard
Blade bolt cover
Fence
Base plate
Rotating mitre table
Mitre table lock latch
Mitre table lock handle
Mitre scale
Mounting hole (x4)
Extended fence for bevel cutting
Table extension (x2)
Work clamp lock knob
Work clamp
Bevel lock lever
Slide rod
Dust extraction port
Dust bag
Carry handle
Release knob
Slide rod lock knob
Spindle lock button
On/off switch
Laser switch
Laser guide
Bevel scale (See Fig. S4)
Saw blade (See Fig. T2)
M5 Hex key for extended fence (See Fig. G1-1)
M8 Hex key for blade (See Fig. T3)
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ACCESSORIES
M5 Hex key for extended fence 1
M8 Hex key for blade 1
Table extension 2
Work clamp 1
Dust bag 1
Blade (210mm x 24T) 1
We recommend that you purchase your accessories from the same store that sold you the tool. Refer to the accessory
packaging for further details. Store personnel can assist you and offer advice.
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SYMBOLS
To reduce the risk of injury, read all of this
instruction manual
Warning
Wear ear protection
Wear eye protection
Wear dust mask
Double insulated
Waste electrical products must not be
disposed of with household waste. Please
recycle where facilities exist. Check with
your local authorities or retailer for recycling
advice.
Do not stare into beam
Laser radiation
Keep hands away from the blade and
mechanism
Lock
Unlock
TECHNICAL DATA
Rated voltage
Rated Input power
No load speed
Bevel capacity
Blade size
Protection class
Machine weight
Cutting capacity
Max cutting capacity mitre/bevel: 0º/90º
Max cutting capacity mitre/bevel: 0º/45º
Max cutting capacity mitre/bevel: 45º/45º
Max cutting capacity mitre/bevel: 45º/90º
230-240V~50Hz
S1:1450W, S6:1800W
5000/min
0-45º
210mm
/II
11kg
62*310mm
34*310mm
34*215mm
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NOISE INFORMATION
A weighted sound pressure LpA: 97 dB(A)
A weighted sound power LwA: 110 dB(A)
KpA & KwA 3.0 dB(A)
Wear ear protection.
The declared noise emission value has been measured in accordance with a standard test method and may be used for
comparing one tool with another.
The declared noise emission value may also be used in a preliminary assessment of exposure.
WARNING! The noise emissions during actual use of the power tool can differ from the declared value depending
on the ways in which the tool is used especially what kind of workpiece is processed dependant on the following
examples and other variations on how the tool is used:
How the tool is used and the materials being cut or drilled.
The tool being in good condition and well maintained.
The use of the correct accessory for the tool and ensuring it is sharp and in good condition.
If any anti noise accessories are used.
And the tool is being used as intended by its design and these instructions.
WARNING! To be accurate, an estimation of exposure level in the actual conditions of use should also take
account of all parts of the operating cycle such as the times when the tool is switched off and when it is running
idle but not actually doing the job. This may signicantly reduce the exposure level over the total working period, helping
to minimize your vibration exposure risk.
Always use a sharp blade.
Maintain this tool in accordance with these instructions and keep well lubricated (where appropriate).
If the tool is to be used regularly then invest in anti noise accessories.

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
NOTE: Before using the tool, read the instruction book carefully.
Intended Use
The machine is intended as a stationary machine for making straight lengthways and crossways cuts in wood.
Horizontal mitre angles of -45° to +45° as well as vertical bevel angles of 0° to +45° are possible.
ASSEMBLY
WARNING: To prevent the accidental starting that could cause possible serious personal injury, ALWAYS
assemble all parts to your saw BEFORE connecting it to the power supply. The saw should NEVER be
connected to a power supply when you are assembling parts, making adjustments, installing or removing
blades, or when not in use.
To reduce build up of saw dust and maintain the cutting
efciency, saw dust collection can be achieved by
connecting a vaccum dust collector or cleaner to the
dust extraction port.
Alternatively, a dust bag is provided for use on your
mitre saw. To install it, hold the dust bag by depressing
both sides of the metal ring clip, and locate onto the dust
extraction port, then you can loosen the ring clip. Ensure
the dust bag is securely fastened before operating the
saw.
To empty the dust bag, remove it from the dust extraction
port, open the dust bag by unzipping the slide fastener.
NOTE: To ensure optimal dust collecting, empty the dust
bag when it becomes lled to approximately 2/3 of its
capacity.
1. DUST EXTRACTION PORT (SEE FIG. A)
2. SIDE TABLE EXTENSIONS (SEE FIG. B1-B4)
Long work-pieces require extra supports. The supports should be placed along the work-piece so it does not sag. The
support should allow the work-piece to lay at on the base of the saw and work table during the cutting operation. Use
the work clamp to secure the work-piece.
This mitre saw is provided with table extensions for both sides. To install the side table extensions (Left & right) you
need to select the correct extension for each side.
1) Loosen the screw on the corner of the base using a screwdriver. (See Fig. B1)
2) Invert the mitre saw for better visibility. Align and insert the 2 rails of the table extension into the 2 holes at the edge
of the base. (See Fig. B2)
3) Tighten the screw at the end of one side rail to prevent pulling the table extension accidentally. (See Fig. B3)
4) Re-tighten the screw on the corner of the base using a screwdriver to secure the table extension. (See Fig. B4)
5) Repeat above step for opposite table extension.
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When cutting workpieces, they should always be
clamped with a work clamp. The work clamp can be
tted on either side of the saw and is fully adjustable to
suit the size of the workpiece.
To install the work clamp, just insert it into the hole
located at rear of the fence on either side of the base.
Work clamp lock knob is used to secure the work clamp
on the base. Adjustment knob (a) is used to adjust the
height of the rail (b).
Adjustment knob (c) is used to lock the workpieces.
NOTE:
• Do not operate the saw without clamping the
workpiece.
• Make sure that the work clamp securing screws are
tightened.
3. WORK CLAMP (SEE FIG. C)
Fig. B3
Fig. B2
Fig. B4
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Fig. C

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The release knob is provided for holding the saw head
down while transporting or storing the mitre saw.
When boxed, during storage or transportation, ensure
the saw head is locked in the down position. To release
the head ready for operation, apply downward pressure
on the operating handle, pull out the release knob and
allow the head to rise to the upper position.
To lock the saw head down for transportation, push the
lower blade lock lever outwards a little and lay down the
saw head by pressing the operating handle downwards
to its lowest position. Then push the release knob into
original place to lock the saw head in the lowest position.
NOTE: The saw must never be used with the release knob
locking the head down.
BEFORE OPERATION
1. RELEASE KNOB (SEE FIG. E1, E2)
Before use, the mitre saw can be xed to a rm, level and
stable supporting surface, such as a workbench.
Four mounting holes have been provided in the saw
base for this purpose. Each of these four mounting holes
should be securely bolted using appropriate machine
bolt with suitable lock washer and hex nut (not supplied).
To mount the saw, proceed as follows:
1) Locate and mark where the saw is to be mounted.
2) Drill 4 holes through the surface.
3) Place the sliding mitre saw on the surface aligning
holes in base with holes drilled in the surface.
4) Install and tighten the bolts, washers and hex nuts.
Carefully check the workbench after mounting the saw
to make sure that no movement can occur during use.
If any tipping, sliding or walking is noted, secure the
workbench to the oor before operating.
NOTE: The saw can be used without the need to mount.
However, if you will be using the saw for a long period of
time, we advise that it is mounted securely.
4. MOUNTING BOLT (SEE FIG. D)
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The mitre table lock latch is used to lock the table at the
desired mitre angle.
NOTE: Assemble the mitre table lock handle before
adjusting mitre angle. Insert the handle into the lock arm
and tighten it.
The mitre saw cuts from 0° to 45° both left and right. To
adjust the mitre angle, hold the mitre table lock handle
and depress the mitre table lock latch, then you can
move the lock handle to the left or right in order to adjust
the rotating mitre table to a desired angle. Release the
mitre table lock latch to lock the rotating mitre table in
the required position.
The rotating mitre table features positive click stops at
0°, 15°, 22.5°, 30° and 45° for quick setting of common
mitre angles.
2. MITRE TABLE LOCK (SEE FIG. F1, F2)
Fig. F1
Fig. F2
3. BEVEL LOCK (SEE FIG. G1-G4)
The bevel lock is used to set the blade at the desired bevel angle. The mitre saw bevel cuts from 0° to 45° to the left (the
saw blade is facing to the operator). To adjust the bevel angle, follow the steps below:
1) Loosen the locking bolt (d) using the M5 hex key provided located on the extended fence for bevel cutting. Pull the
extended fence outwards to its farthest position. (See Fig. G1) Tighten the locking bolt again to lock the fence.
2) Loosen the bevel lock lever by turning it anti-clockwise and move the saw head to the left (the saw blade is facing to
the operator) to a desired bevel angle (between 0° and 45°). (See Fig. G2)
3) Turn the bevel lock lever clockwise and the lock lever touches the slide rod before tightened. (See Fig. G3) At this
time you should rst depress the end of the lock lever bar, and pull the lock lever outwards a little, then turn it anti-
clockwise back about half round, at last turn it clockwise again. Repeat the steps until the lever is fully tightened.
(See Fig. G4) Note that assemble the work clamp on the right side before adjusting into bevel cut mode.
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The spindle lock button prevents the blade in the saw
from rotating. Depress and hold the spindle lock button
while installing, changing, or removing the blade.
The slide rod lock knob is used to set the saw head
to the desired position depending on the width of the
workpiece.
1) Loosen the slide rod lock knob by turning it anti-
clockwise. Now you can slide the saw head forward
or backward freely.
2) Tighten the slide rod lock knob by turning it
clockwise.
5. SLIDING LOCK BUTTON (SEE FIG. I)
4. SPINDLE LOCK BUTTON (SEE FIG. H)
After assemble the table extensions onto the saw, the
table extension can be adjusted to suit the workpiece.
Just pull the table extension outwards or push it inwards
to adjust the length.
6. ADJUSTING THE TABLE EXTENSIONS (SEE FIG. J)
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Fig. G4-1
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OPERATION
1) Push the lower blade lock lever outwards a little and
hold it, so that the lock lever is far away from the
upper xed guard, and the lower rotating guard can
rotate upwards. Then press down the saw head by
holding the operating handle.
2) Squeeze the on/off switch to turn on the saw and
allow the blade to reach full operational speed.
4) Gently but rmly lower the saw head and allow the
blade to cut through the workpiece.
5) When the cut has been completed, hold the saw head
in the down position and release the on/off switch.
6) Let the blade stop completely before allowing the
saw head to rise to its upper position.
7) Remove your hand from the operating handle only
when the saw head is raised, the blade is stationary
and the lower blade guard is covering the blade.
1. STARTING THE SAW (SEE FIG. L1, L2)
Press the laser on/off switch to turn the laser on. The
laser device can provide a beam in the same plane as
the blade, which projects onto the workpiece to generate
a line. The saw blade can be directed to follow the line
in order to align the cut. Either straight cutting or bevel
cutting, it will aid the precision of your cut.
Press the laser on/off switch again to turn the laser off.
NOTE: Clean the laser generator periodically.
WARNING: Never stare directly into the laser
beam and never point the beam at anybody.
The laser beam energy is extremely harmful to
human eyes.
7. LASER GUIDE(SEE FIG. K1, K2)
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Fig. I
Fig. H
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Fig. E2
Chop cut is used mainly for narrow pieces, i.e. the slide
rod lock knob is tightened and the saw head is lowered
to cut through the workpiece.
1) Connect the machine to power outlet ensure that the
mains cable is clear of the blade and base plate.
2) Position the material to be cut on the rotating mitre
table with one edge securely against the fence,
ensure it is rmly clamped with the work clamp so
that it will not move during cutting.
3) Loosen the slide rod lock knob by turning it anti-
clockwise and slide the saw head to rear position as
far as it will go. Lock the slide rod by turning the slide
rod lock knob clockwise.
NOTE: Ensure that the mitre table lock latch and bevel
lock lever are tightened before cutting.
WARNING: ALWAYS tighten the slide rod lock
knob. Failure to do so will cause the blade
suddenly climb up on the top of the workpiece and
force itself towards you.
4) Before turning on the saw, perform a dry run of the
cutting operation just to make sure that no problems
will occur when the cut is made.
5) Hold the operating handle rmly when squeezing the
on/off switch. Allow several seconds for the blade to
reach maximum speed.
6) Press and hold the on/off switch, slowly lower the
saw head and blade into and through the work-piece.
Continue to move the saw head down smoothly and
make the cut exerting only gentle pressure on the
downward stroke, letting the saw do the work.
7) Release the on/off switch. Allow the saw blade
to stop rotating BEFORE raising the blade out of
the work-piece. Wait until the blade stops before
removing the workpiece.
2. CHOP CUT (SEE FIG. M1, M2)
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Cross pull cut is used mainly for wide pieces, allowing
you to cut wider pieces of wood, i.e. the slide rod lock
knob is loose, the saw head is pulled towards the
operator, the saw head is lowered to the workpiece and
then pushed to the rear of saw to make a cut to do this,
follow the procedures below:
1) Connect the machine to power outlet ensure that the
mains cable is clear of the blade and base plate.
2) Position the material to be cut on the rotating mitre
table with one edge securely against the fence,
ensure it is rmly clamped with the work clamp so
that it will not move during cutting.
3) Loosen the slide rod lock knob by turning it anti-
clockwise.
4) Before switching on, pull the saw head towards you
whilst in the upright position, until the blade clears
the workpiece or to its maximum extension if blade
can not clear the workpiece.
5) Before turning on the saw, perform a dry run of the
cutting operation just to make sure that no problems
will occur when the cut is made.
6) Hold the saw handle rmly, when squeezing the
trigger switch. Allow several seconds for the blade to
reach maximum speed.
7) Press and hold the on/off switch, slowly lower the
saw head and blade into and through the work-piece.
Push the saw head forwards (towards the full rear
position) to complete the cut.
8) Release the on/off switch. Allow the saw blade
to stop rotating BEFORE raising the blade out of
the work-piece. Wait until the blade stops before
removing the workpiece.
WARNING: Never pull the saw towards you
during a cut. The blade can suddenly climb
up on top of the workpiece and force itself towards
you.
3. CROSS PULL CUT (SEE FIG. N1, N2)
A mitre cut can be made any angle in the range from 45°
left to 45° right. It can be made as either a chop cut or a
cross pull cut depending on the width of the workpiece.
The mitre table lock latch is used to lock the table at the
desired mitre angle. To adjust the mitre angle, refer to
MITRE TABLE LOCK section in the BEFORE OPERATION
section.
After setting the required mitre angle, follow the
procedures of chop cut/cross pull cut.
4. MITRE CUT (SEE FIG. O)
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2
Fig. M2
Fig. N2
Fig. O
Fig. N1

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A bevel cut can be made at any angle in the range of 0°
to 45° left. It can be made as either a chop cut or a cross
pull cut depending on the width of the workpiece.
The saw can be moved from the normal 0° perpendicular
position to an angled position down to 45° from the
horizontal, on the left only.
The bevel lock is used to set the blade at the desired
bevel angle. To adjust the bevel angle, refer to BEVEL
LOCK section in the BEFORE OPERATION section.
After setting the required bevel angle, follow the
procedures of chop cut/cross pull cut.
5. BEVEL CUT (SEE FIG. P)
A compound mitre cut is a cut made using a mitre angle
and a bevel angle at the same time. This type of cut is
used for mouldings, picture frames, and boxes with
sloping sides. Always make a test cut on a piece of scrap
wood before cutting into the good material.
Set the mitre angle and bevel angle refer to MITRE
TABLE LOCK section and BEVEL LOCK section in the
BEFORE OPERATION section.
After setting the required mitre and bevel angle, follow
the procedures of chop cut/cross pull cut.
6. COMPOUND CUT (SEE FIG. Q)
The maximum blade cutting depth is pre set at the
factory. The factory pre set ensures the saw blade does
not come into contact with the bed of the saw. In normal
circumstances the cutting depth does not require
adjustment. If you really need to adjust the cutting depth,
follow the procedure set out below.
1) Using a spanner (not supplied) to loosen the cutting
height screw lock nut (e) by turning it anti-clockwise.
Then turn the cutting height screw (f) clockwise to
lower down.
2) Pull the depth stop lever (g) outwards. Lower the saw
head, and the saw blade will stop when the cutting
height screw (e) touches the depth stop lever (e).
3) Turn the cutting height screw (f) clockwise if you
need the blade to be raised higher; turn the cutting
height screw (f) anti-clockwise if you need the blade
to be down lower. Continue to adjust the screw
several times to get a suitable cutting height as
required.
4) Tighten the cutting height screw lock nut (e) by
turning it clockwise.
5) Return the depth stop lever (g) to its original position
when not in use.
7. SETTING THE CUTTING DEPTH(SEE FIG. R1, R2)
e
f
g
Fig. P
Fig. Q
Fig. R1
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h
Remove the plug from the socket before carrying out any adjustment, servicing or maintenance.
There are no user serviceable parts in your power tool. Never use water or chemical cleaners to clean your power tool.
Wipe clean with a dry cloth. Always store your power tool in a dry place. Keep the motor ventilation slots clean. Keep
all working controls free of dust. Occasionally you may see sparks through the ventilation slots. This is normal and will
not damage your power tool. 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.
MAINTENANCE
While the machine has been factory set, it is advisable
that the 0o setting of the rotary table and the 90o
perpendicular setting of the tilt be checked, as these
positions may have moved in transit.
To conrm the 0o rotating mitre table setting, set the
rotating mitre table at 0oand tighten the mitre table lock
latch. Check that the angle between the straight guide
and the blade is 90° using a tri-square (h) (not supplied)
as shown in Fig. S1. If the angle requires adjustment,
loosen the locking bolts (i) for straight guide, and align
the fence against the tri-square.
Re-tighten the locking bolts (i) for straight guide.
Similarly, check that the angle of the blade to the face of
the rotary table is 90°. If necessary, adjust the tilt angle
of the saw head at the 90o position: loosen the bevel
lock lever and adjust the 0° bevel adjustment screw (j)
to bring the saw blade into alignment with the square.
Loosen the head screw (k) holding the pointer of the
bevel scale and adjust the position of the pointer so that
it accurately indicates zero on the scale. Retighten the
head screw (k). Retighten the bevel lock lever and the 0°
bevel adjustment screw (j).
1. PRECISION SETTING OF ANGLES(SEE FIG. S1-S4)
h
i
j
k
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Fig. P
Fig. Q
Fig. S4
Fig. S1
Fig. S2
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WARNING: To prevent personal injury, always
disconnect the plug from power source
before assembling parts, making adjustments or
changing blades.
1) Unplug the saw from the power supply.
2) Release and raise the saw head to its fully raised
position. Caution, the lower blade guide is spring
loaded.
3) Loosen and remove the screw (l) from the lower left
of the upper xed guard as shown in Fig. T1.
4) Push the lower blade lock lever outwards a little and
hold it, then rotate the lower rotating guard together
with the blade bolt cover anti-clockwise until the
blade bolt appears.
5) Depress the spindle lock button and rotate the
saw blade with an anti-clockwise direction until
the spindle lock button engages and the saw blade
cannot rotate.
6) Use the M8 hex key for blade provided to loosen
and remove the blade bolt by turning it clockwise.
Remove the outer ange, and the saw blade. DO NOT
remove the inner ange.
7) Wipe a drop of oil onto the inner ange and the outer
ange where they come in contact with the blade.
WARNING: If the inner ange has been
removed, reposition it BEFORE placing blade on
the spindle. Failure to do so could cause an accident
because the blade will not tighten properly.
CAUTION: ALWAYS install the blade with the
blade teeth and the arrow printed on the side
of the blade pointing down at the front of the saw.
The direction of blade rotation is also stamped with
an arrow on the lower blade guard.
WARNING: To prevent damage to the spindle
lock, always allow the motor to come to a
complete stop before engaging the spindle lock.
Always make sure the spindle lock is disengaged
before reconnecting saw to the power source.
8) Fit the new blade onto the spindle taking care that the
inner ange sits behind the saw blade.
9) Reposition the outer ange.
10) Depress the spindle lock button and reposition the
blade bolt.
11) Use the supplied M8 hex key to tighten the blade bolt
securely (tighten in an anti-clockwise direction).
12) Re-tighten the screw (l).
13) Check that the blade guard operates correctly and
covers the blade as the operating handle is lowered.
14) Connect the saw to the power supply and run the
blade to make certain that it is operating correctly.
2. CHANGING THE SAW BLADE (SEE FIG. T1-T4)
Blade
Inner
flange
Outer flange
Bolt-
left
hand
thread
Fig. T4
l
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2
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31
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Fig.T1
Fig. T2
Fig. T3