Woodpecker FKS 6-315/2300 User manual

TRANSLATION OF THE ORIGINAL VERSION
WOODPECKER
HOKUBEMA Maschinenbau GmbH
Graf-Stauffenberg-Kaserne, Binger Str. 28 | Halle 120
DE 72488 Sigmaringen | Tel. [phone]
E-Mail: [email protected] | Web: https://www.ichbinwoodpecker.de
Operating Manual
Sliding Table Saw WOODPECKER FKS 6-315/2300
Machine Type:
FKS 6-315/2300

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Table of Contents
1Introduction.................................................................................................................................................... 7
1.1 Legal Notice ............................................................................................................................................................ 7
1.2 Figures..................................................................................................................................................................... 7
2Symbols .......................................................................................................................................................... 7
2.1 General Symbols ..................................................................................................................................................... 7
2.2 Symbols in Safety Instructions ................................................................................................................................ 8
3General........................................................................................................................................................... 9
3.1 Intended Use......................................................................................................................................................... 10
3.2 Target Group and Previous Experience................................................................................................................. 10
3.3 Requirements for the Operators........................................................................................................................... 10
3.4 Training of Personnel............................................................................................................................................ 10
3.5 Accident Prevention.............................................................................................................................................. 11
3.6 General Safety Regulations................................................................................................................................... 11
3.7 Structure and Function ......................................................................................................................................... 12
3.8 Standard Equipment ............................................................................................................................................. 12
3.9 Options and Accessories ....................................................................................................................................... 12
4Safety............................................................................................................................................................ 13
4.1 Basic Safety Instructions ....................................................................................................................................... 13
4.2 Application Area and Intended Use ...................................................................................................................... 13
4.3 Modifications and Conversions to the Machine ................................................................................................... 13
4.4 Residual Risks........................................................................................................................................................ 14
4.5 Observe the Environmental Protection Regulations............................................................................................. 15
4.6 Organisational Measures ...................................................................................................................................... 16
4.7 Personnel Selection and Qualification - Basic Duties............................................................................................ 16
4.8 Safety Instructions for Specific Phases of Operation ............................................................................................ 17
4.8.1 Normal Operation ........................................................................................................................................................... 17
4.8.2 Special work within the Scope of Maintenance Work as well as Troubleshooting in the Workflow.............................. 17
4.9 Safe Working Practices ......................................................................................................................................... 18
4.10 Construction-related Safety Equipment ............................................................................................................... 19
4.11 Electrical Safety Equipment .................................................................................................................................. 19
4.12 Hazardous Areas on the Sliding Table Saw ........................................................................................................... 20
4.12.1 Danger Zone Saw Blade................................................................................................................................................... 20
4.12.2 Danger Zones around the Machine ................................................................................................................................. 20
4.13 Avoidance of Kickback Hazards............................................................................................................................. 21
4.13.1 Use fence and saw blade guard....................................................................................................................................... 21
4.13.2 Never work without the riving knife................................................................................................................................ 21
4.13.3 Use anti-kickback devices................................................................................................................................................ 21
4.13.4 Rip fence when cutting short workpieces to width ......................................................................................................... 21
4.13.5 Parallelism of the rip fence.............................................................................................................................................. 22
4.13.6 Cutting off small pieces on the rip fence ......................................................................................................................... 22
4.13.7 Insert cutting ................................................................................................................................................................... 22

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5Machine Data ............................................................................................................................................... 23
5.1 Technical Specifications ........................................................................................................................................ 23
5.2 Emission Levels ..................................................................................................................................................... 24
5.2.1 Noise Information............................................................................................................................................................ 24
5.2.2 Noise Emission Values ..................................................................................................................................................... 24
5.3 Workplace Requirements ..................................................................................................................................... 24
5.4Maximum Dimensions .......................................................................................................................................... 25
6Installation and Connection ......................................................................................................................... 26
6.1 Check Delivery Conditions .................................................................................................................................... 26
6.2 Transport .............................................................................................................................................................. 26
6.2.1 Unloading with a Forklift Truck........................................................................................................................................ 26
6.2.2 Setting down with a Forklift Truck................................................................................................................................... 26
6.2.3 Lifting and Parking with an Overhead Crane ................................................................................................................... 27
6.3 Machine Installation ............................................................................................................................................. 27
6.4 Temporary Storage ............................................................................................................................................... 28
6.5 Lashing in a Transport Vehicle .............................................................................................................................. 28
6.6 Connecting the Extraction Unit............................................................................................................................. 29
6.6.1 Automatic switching of the Extraction System (Option).................................................................................................. 29
6.7 Electrical Connections........................................................................................................................................... 30
6.7.1 Supply Cable and External Fuse Protection ..................................................................................................................... 30
6.7.2 Check Direction of Rotation............................................................................................................................................. 30
7Components and Controls............................................................................................................................ 31
8Saw Blade Positioning .................................................................................................................................. 32
8.1 Height Setting of the Saw Blade............................................................................................................................ 32
8.2 Tilt Setting of the Saw Blade ................................................................................................................................. 32
9Mounting and Usage .................................................................................................................................... 33
9.1 Mounting and Adjusting the Saw Blade................................................................................................................ 33
9.1.1 Preparation: Making the circular saw shaft accessible.................................................................................................... 33
9.1.2 Replacing / Mounting a Saw Blade .................................................................................................................................. 34
9.1.3 Adjusting the Riving Knife................................................................................................................................................ 35
9.1.4 Fitting and Adjusting the Saw Blade Guard ..................................................................................................................... 35
9.1.5 Optional Overhead Saw Blade Guard .............................................................................................................................. 35
9.1.6 Scoring Unit (Option)....................................................................................................................................................... 36
9.1.7 Replacing / Mounting a Scoring Saw Blade...................................................................................................................... 36
9.1.8 Setting the Scoring Saw................................................................................................................................................... 37
9.2 Mounting and Adjusting the Cross-cut Carriage................................................................................................... 38
9.3 Attaching the Cross-cut Carriage .......................................................................................................................... 38
9.4 Moving the Cross-cut Carriage.............................................................................................................................. 38
9.5 Removing the Cross-cut Carriage.......................................................................................................................... 38
9.6 Mounting and Adjusting the Cross-cut Fence....................................................................................................... 39
9.6.1 Checking the tape measure for the cross-cut fence ........................................................................................................ 40
9.7 Sliding Table.......................................................................................................................................................... 40
9.8 Mounting the Rip Fence........................................................................................................................................ 41

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9.9 Operating the Rip Fence ....................................................................................................................................... 42
9.9.1 Setting the Rip Fence....................................................................................................................................................... 42
9.9.2 Change stop profile from high to flat .............................................................................................................................. 42
9.9.3 Folding the Rip Fence away............................................................................................................................................. 42
9.10 Mounting the Table Extension.............................................................................................................................. 43
9.11 Mounting the Extension Table.............................................................................................................................. 43
9.12 Eccentric Clamping Device .................................................................................................................................... 44
9.13 Clamping Shoe ...................................................................................................................................................... 44
9.14 Push Stick.............................................................................................................................................................. 44
10 Commissioning ............................................................................................................................................. 45
10.1 Operating Switches............................................................................................................................................... 45
10.1 Switching ON and OFF........................................................................................................................................... 45
10.2 Switch ON the Sawing Unit ................................................................................................................................... 45
10.3 Switch OFF the Sawing Unit .................................................................................................................................. 45
10.4 Emergency Stop Function ..................................................................................................................................... 45
11 Working with the Sliding Table Saw ............................................................................................................. 46
11.1 General Instructions.............................................................................................................................................. 46
11.2 Permissible Working Techniques .......................................................................................................................... 46
11.3 Improper Working Techniques ............................................................................................................................. 46
11.4 Permitted Operations ........................................................................................................................................... 47
11.4.1 Longitudinal cutting of narrow Workpieces < 120 mm.................................................................................................... 47
11.4.2 Cutting Battens................................................................................................................................................................ 47
11.4.3 Edge Cutting (Trimming).................................................................................................................................................. 47
11.4.4 Cross-cutting of wide Workpieces ................................................................................................................................... 47
11.4.5 Cross-cutting of narrow or short Workpieces.................................................................................................................. 48
11.4.6 Cutting Workpieces to Length ......................................................................................................................................... 48
11.4.7 Dividing large Panels ....................................................................................................................................................... 48
11.5 Conditionally permitted Operations ..................................................................................................................... 49
11.5.1 Concealed Cutting (Rebating).......................................................................................................................................... 49
11.5.2 Insert Cutting................................................................................................................................................................... 49
12 Troubleshooting ........................................................................................................................................... 50
12.1 Faults with optional Scoring Saw .......................................................................................................................... 51
13 Maintenance and Inspection........................................................................................................................ 52
13.1 Cleaning ................................................................................................................................................................ 52
13.2 Lubrication............................................................................................................................................................ 53
13.3 Checking the Electronic Motor Brake ................................................................................................................... 53
13.4 Checking the Safety Devices ................................................................................................................................. 53
13.4.1 Checking the Emergency Stop Buttons............................................................................................................................ 53
13.4.2 Checking the internal Safety Switch ................................................................................................................................ 53
13.4.3 Checking the Safety Labels .............................................................................................................................................. 53
13.4.4 Checking the Saw Blade Guard........................................................................................................................................ 54
13.4.5 Checking the Riving Knife ................................................................................................................................................ 54
13.4.6 Checking the Push Stick................................................................................................................................................... 54

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13.5 Checking the Rip Fence......................................................................................................................................... 54
13.6 Checking the Cross-Cut Fence Tape Measure....................................................................................................... 54
13.7 Changing and Tensioning the Drive Belt ............................................................................................................... 55
13.7.1 Checking the Drive Belt Tension...................................................................................................................................... 55
13.8 Maintaining the Drive Belt.................................................................................................................................... 55
13.9 Taking the Machine out of Operation / Storage ................................................................................................... 56
13.10 Defects and their Remedy..................................................................................................................................... 56
13.11 Average Situations / Emergencies ........................................................................................................................ 56
14 Electrical Circuit Diagram ............................................................................................................................. 57
15 Options and Accessories .............................................................................................................................. 58
15.1 Circular Saw Blades............................................................................................................................................... 58
15.2 Optional Accessories............................................................................................................................................. 58
16 Disassembly and Scrapping .......................................................................................................................... 59
EU - Declaration of Conformity ............................................................................................................................. 60
List of Figures
Figure 1: Circular saw blade with guard.................................................................................................................. 7
Figure 2: Danger zone saw blade .......................................................................................................................... 20
Figure 3: Danger zones around the machine ........................................................................................................ 20
Figure 4: Cutting short workpieces to width......................................................................................................... 21
Figure 5: Fixing the deflector wedge on the table ................................................................................................ 22
Figure 6: Name plate............................................................................................................................................. 23
Figure 7: Working areas ........................................................................................................................................ 24
Figure 8: Maximum dimensions - top view........................................................................................................... 25
Figure 9: Unloading with a forklift truck ............................................................................................................... 26
Figure 10: Setting down with a forklift truck ........................................................................................................ 26
Figure 11: Lifting and parking with a crane........................................................................................................... 27
Figure 12: Transport shackle (4 x) ......................................................................................................................... 27
Figure 13: Suction nozzle ...................................................................................................................................... 29
Figure 14: Terminal box ........................................................................................................................................ 30
Figure 15: CEE plug................................................................................................................................................ 30
Figure 16: Components and controls.................................................................................................................... 31
Figure 17: Height setting....................................................................................................................................... 32
Figure 18: Tilt setting ............................................................................................................................................ 32
Figure 19: Making the chip flap accessible ........................................................................................................... 33
Figure 20: Stop position ........................................................................................................................................ 33
Figure 21: Press the safety catch .......................................................................................................................... 33
Figure 22: Extended range .................................................................................................................................... 33
Figure 23: Locking on right side ............................................................................................................................ 33
Figure 24: Locking on left side............................................................................................................................... 33
Figure 25: Safety switch ........................................................................................................................................ 33
Figure 26: Height setting wheel ............................................................................................................................ 34
Figure 27: Tilt setting wheel.................................................................................................................................. 34
Figure 28: Saw shaft with flange and clamping nut .............................................................................................. 34
Figure 29: Fitting the circular saw blade............................................................................................................... 34
Figure 30: Adjusting the riving knife ..................................................................................................................... 35
Figure 31: Fitting the saw blade guard.................................................................................................................. 35

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Figure 32: Adjusting the saw blade guard............................................................................................................. 35
Figure 33: Loosen the scoring saw shaft clamping nut ......................................................................................... 36
Figure 34: Inserting a scoring saw blade............................................................................................................... 36
Figure 35: Socket spanner for setting ................................................................................................................... 37
Figure 36: Set the scoring saw blade..................................................................................................................... 37
Figure 37: Mounting and adjusting the cross-cut carriage ................................................................................... 38
Figure 38: Mounting and adjusting the telescopic cross-cut fence ...................................................................... 39
Figure 39: Angular grid.......................................................................................................................................... 39
Figure 40: Indexing template (right) ..................................................................................................................... 39
Figure 41: Check and readjust the tape measure ................................................................................................. 40
Figure 42: Operating the sliding table................................................................................................................... 40
Figure 43: Mounting the rip fence ........................................................................................................................ 41
Figure 44: Operating the rip fence........................................................................................................................ 42
Figure 45: Mounting the table extension.............................................................................................................. 43
Figure 46: Height adjustment screws.................................................................................................................... 43
Figure 47: Mounting the extension table.............................................................................................................. 43
Figure 48: Eccentric clamping device.................................................................................................................... 44
Figure 49: Clamping shoe...................................................................................................................................... 44
Figure 50: Push stick.............................................................................................................................................. 44
Figure 51: Operating switches of the machine ..................................................................................................... 45
Figure 52: Overhead guard ................................................................................................................................... 49
Figure 53: Open the service door.......................................................................................................................... 55
Figure 54: Tension drive belt................................................................................................................................. 55
Figure 55: Checking the belt tension..................................................................................................................... 55
Figure 56: Electrical circuit diagram...................................................................................................................... 57
Revisions:
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Original manual translated
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1Introduction
This operating manual applies exclusively to the WOODPECKER
sliding table saw type FKS 6-315/2300. The purpose of this docu-
ment is to acquaint the user with the machine and enable him to
use it to the full extent of its intended capabilities.
Additionally it contains important information to operate the ma-
chine safely, properly and economically. Observance of the man-
ual helps to avoid hazards, reduce repair costs and downtimes
and increase the reliability and service life of the machine.
Figure 1: Circular saw blade with guard
Furthermore, this operating manual serves to supplement instructions based on national regulations for accident
prevention and environmental protection.
This operating manual must always be available at the place of use of the machine. It must be
read and followed by every person who is assigned to work on the machine, e.g.
•during operation, including set-up, troubleshooting in the work process, removal of pro-
duction waste and maintenance,
•during maintenance (servicing, inspection, repair)
•and/or during transport.
Apart from the operating manual and the legally binding accident prevention provisions applicable in the country
and place of use, the recognized technical regulations for safe and proper work must also be observed.
1.1 Legal Notice
WOODPECKER is a brand of Hokubema Maschinenbau GmbH. All contents of these operating instructions are
subject to the rights of use and copyright of HOKUBEMA Maschinenbau GmbH. Any reproduction, modification,
further use and publication in other electronic or printed media, as well as their online publication, requires the
prior written consent of HOKUBEMA Maschinenbau GmbH.
1.2 Figures
All photos, figures and graphics contained in this document are for illustration and better understanding only
and may differ from the current state of the product. Title photos and general views may also include optional
components and special accessories.
2Symbols
2.1 General Symbols
Symbol
Meaning

Indicates passages within this operating manual that must be particularly observed in order to
prevent malfunctions or damage to the machine.

Refers to chapters, sections, or figures within this document.

Refers to an external document or a third-party source.

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2.2 Symbols in Safety Instructions
Symbol
Safety Instruction
General danger symbol, which requires the highest attention!
Failure to observe may result in damage to the equipment, serious injury or even death.
Warning of possible danger from forklift traffic!
Non-observance may result in life-threatening injuries.
Warning indicates a possible hazard under suspended loads!
Non-observance may result in life-threatening injuries.
Warning indicates a possible fall hazard!
Non-observance of these instructions may result in serious injuries.
Warning indicates a possible cutting hazard!
Risk of personal injury and possibly additional damage to equipment.
Reference to the obligation to wear protective gloves!
Non-observance of these instructions may result in personal injury.
Reference to the obligation to wear hearing protection!
Non-observance of these instructions may result in personal injury.
Reference to the obligation to wear protective goggles!
Non-observance of these instructions may result in personal injury.
Reference to the obligation to wear a respiratory protection mask!
Non-observance of these instructions may cause breathing difficulties and lung damage.
Reference to the obligation to wear safety shoes!
Non-observance of these instructions may result in personal injury.
Possible dangerous crushing hazard in the area of stationary objects!
Risk of personal injury and possibly additional equipment damage.
Reference to a possible crushing hazard!
Non-observance increases the risk of injury to hands and fingers!
This symbol warns of the dangers of electric voltage!
Failure to observe may result in damage to the equipment, serious injury or even death.
Fire hazard! Do not smoke and do not ignite open fire.
Access for unauthorized persons prohibited!
Risk of personal injury and possibly additional equipment damage.
This safety notice indicates a possible dangerous pull-in hazard!
Wearing loose clothing, jewellery as well as long untied hair is prohibited!
Risk of personal injury and possibly additional damage to property.

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3General
The WOODPECKER “FKS 6-315/2300” sliding table saw is a sturdily constructed and generously equipped ma-
chine. With its extra-strong saw unit guided on both sides, it is suitable for professional woodworking in any
workshop, joinery or training centres.
Special highlights in the basic equipment are the smooth-running and precise sliding table, the removable cross-
cut carriage for processing large panels, the 1500 mm long telescopic cross-cut and mitre fence with two flip
stops (extendable up to 2800 mm), the eccentric clamp device that can be mounted in both grooves of the sliding
table, the solid and finely adjustable rip fence with extension table as well as the supplementary table extension.
•The circular saw unit has a powerful 4.0 kW / 5.5 HP three-phase motor equipped with a wear-free electronic
motor brake. An even more powerful motor with 5.5 KW / 7.5 HP is optionally available.
•The motor shaft has a diameter of 30 mm and allows circular saw blades with min. 250 mm and max. 315
mm diameter to be mounted.
•The circular saw blade can be tilted backwards by up to 45° via handwheel with reading scale and can com-
pletely be retracted under the table top if required.
•The planed table top is 800 mm wide and 550 mm long and can be extended to the left with the table ex-
tension mounted and the extension table to the rear.
•The precise sliding table is made of aluminium and hardened steel guide rods. It is lockable and allows cutting
lengths of up to 2300 mm. Two integrated T-slots can be used to mount the eccentric clamping device sup-
plied, the clamping shoe and/or other aids.
•With the 0.75 kW scoring unit installed (option), the maximum cutting length is 2200 mm.
•With the removable cross-cut carriage, even large panels can be ideally supported and processed.
•The telescopic cross-cut fence can be extended up to 2800 mm and has two flip stops and a millimetre scale.
In combination with the cross-cut carriage, it also allows angular cuts that can be set in a few simple steps
using an angular grid on the cross-cut carriage.
•The 800 mm long rip fence, which can be finely adjusted to 0.1 mm, allows cutting widths of up to 950 mm
when the extension table is mounted. The stop profile can be turned 90° from high to flat so that even flat
and narrow workpieces can be machined without obstructions. If the rip fence is not needed, it can be prac-
tically folded away.
•The fixed speed of the motor shaft is 4000 rpm and of the optional scoring unit 8000 rpm.
•The saw blade height is adjusted via the hand wheel at the front.
•The saw blade tilt can be adjusted up to 45° via the side hand wheel and angle scale.

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3.1 Intended Use
The WOODPECKER FKS 6-315/2300 sliding table saw is designed for cutting materials for which the saw blade
used is suitable (e.g. wood, chipboard, veneer, plastic or similar materials). This sliding table saw is not suitable
for cutting metal as well as plastics and waste wood in which nails, screws and other metal parts could be con-
tained. The machine may only be operated on a level, fixed surface with a minimum load capacity of 1,000 kg/m².
Improper use can lead to danger to persons and to a defect or damage to the machine.
The sliding table saw is suitable for the following operations:
•Longitudinal cutting of workpieces made of solid wood
•Cross cutting of workpieces made of solid wood
•Cutting of solid or veneered panels
3.2 Target Group and Previous Experience
This operating manual is intended for the operating and maintenance personnel of the machine. The operating
personnel is to be determined by the operator and must further meet the following requirements:
•Basic technical knowledge (e.g. apprenticeship as carpenter, machine fitter, etc. and/or practice in operat-
ing sliding table saw s resp. woodworking machines)
•Reading and understanding these operating and maintenance instructions
In order to acquire the knowledge required to operate this machine, the operator must ensure the following
measures:
•Product training for every operator (also possible external personnel)
•Regular safety instruction
3.3 Requirements for the Operators
•The sliding table saw may only be operated by trained personnel who have also read this manual.
•Inspection, maintenance, cleaning and repair may only be performed by technical specialists
with product-specific training and mechanical and/or electrical training.
•Specialists with product-specific training are to be commissioned and held responsible for
planning and checking the work.
•The national protective regulations for employees must be observed.
•The operator is responsible for the safe use of the machine.
•The legal minimum age must be observed.
3.4 Training of Personnel
All machine operators must be adequately trained in the operation and maintenance of the machine. In particu-
lar, the training must include the following:
•General rules for the use of the machine, proper operation, correct setting of the machine, fences and stop
systems, the sliding table, cross-cut carriage and all guards.
•Proper handling of the workpieces during the machining process. Correct position of the hands on the work-
piece and to the rotating tool during and after machining.
•The personnel must be informed about hazards, risks and appropriate protective measures.
•The personnel must be trained in the area of regular checks of the guards and protective devices.
•The personnel must be trained in the use of the guards and protective device.

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3.5 Accident Prevention
To avoid accidents, the following rules must be observed for operation:
•Prevent unauthorized persons from gaining access to the machine.
•Keep unauthorized persons away from the danger areas.
•Repeatedly inform present other persons about existing residual risks (refer to section 4.3).
•Conduct and record regular training & instruction for persons who must be in the area of the machine.
•New employees must be trained internally to work on a thickener and this training must be documented.
3.6 General Safety Regulations
In general, the following safety regulations and obligations apply when handling the sliding table saw:
•A sliding table saw may only be operated in a technically perfect and clean condition.
•It is prohibited to remove, modify or bypass any protective, safety or monitoring equipment.
•It is forbidden to modify or alter the machine without the written approval of the manufacturer / supplier.
•Faults or damage must be reported to the operator immediately, eliminated without delay and repaired if
necessary.
•For repairs, only original spare parts may be used.
•All protective, safety and monitoring devices must be regularly checked and maintained by the operator.
•Only instructed, trained or qualified persons may work on this machine.
•Maintenance work must be carried out and documented in accordance with the maintenance instruc-
tions.
•After maintenance or repair, the machine may only be started with all protective devices fitted. A respon-
sible person must be defined for this purpose, who checks that the guards have been properly installed.
•For the operation of a sliding table saw, the respective national safety regulations for employees as well
as the national safety and accident prevention regulations apply.

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3.7 Structure and Function
•FKS 6-315/2300 sliding table saw with tiltable saw blade 0 ... 45°.
•Table top size 800 x 550 mm (extendable to the left and back)
•Cutting width at rip fence 950 mm (with extension table)
•Cutting height at 90°: max. 102 mm (with Ø 315 mm saw blade)
•Cutting height at 46°: max. 72 mm (with Ø 315 mm saw blade)
•Cutting length / sliding table length 2300 mm
The circular saw shaft is driven by a three-phase motor with a fixed speed of 4000 rpm.
The circular saw shaft (30 mm Ø) accommodates saw blade diameters from min. 215 mm to max. 315 mm.
The height and tilt of the saw blade are adjusted by two handwheels. The sliding table made of special aluminium
profiles runs on hardened steel guide rods. The cross-cut carriage is inserted into the lateral groove of the sliding
table, fixed in place by two clamping levers and is also supported by a strong telescopic swivel arm. The telescopic
cross-cut fence has a continuous scale and two adjustable flip stops. It can be used in combination with the
eccentric clamping device and on the cross-cut carriage.
The rip fence with quick clamping and fine adjustment can be set to any dimension up to 950 mm.
The main switch is lockable. An emergency stop button is fitted at both working positions.
3.8 Standard Equipment
•Saw motor 4.0 kW (5.5 HP) with fixed speed 4000 rpm
•Saw blade guard with suction nozzle
•Sliding table with 2300 mm cutting length
•Removable cross-cut carriage with angular grid for mitre cuts
•Cross-cut fence on cross-cut carriage with mm scale, telescopic extension up to 2800 mm and two robust
movable flip stops
•Height and tilt of the saw blade adjustable via handwheels
•Cross-cut fence can be used as angular mitre fence ± 45° on both sides
•Solid rip fence, manually adjustable with fine adjustment and reversible stop profile (high/flat), including
extension table for cutting widths up to 950 mm
•Mountable table extension for long and large workpieces
•Electronic, wear-free motor brake
•Eccentric clamping device for workpiece fixation
•Adjustable riving knife up to Ø 315 mm on the saw blade
•Adjustable clamping shoe as anti-kickback device
•Saw blade can be completely retracted under the table top
•Suction nozzle Ø 120 mm on machine body, Ø 60 mm on saw blade guard
•Push-button control for the saw unit (start/stop)
•Push stick
3.9 Options and Accessories
Various accessories and optional components are available for the FKS 6-315/2300 sliding table saw. These can
be used to expand the machine individually.
Detailed information and the corresponding article numbers can be found in chapter 15.

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4Safety
4.1 Basic Safety Instructions
Woodworking machines can be dangerous if used improperly. Therefore, observe the safety instructions listed
in this chapter and the accident prevention regulations of your employer's liability insurance association!
The manufacturer accepts no liability for damage and malfunctions resulting from failure to
observe these operating instructions.
4.2 Application Area and Intended Use
The sliding table saw WOODPECKER FKS 6-315/2300 is used exclusively for cutting materials
for which the respective saw blade used is suitable (e.g. wood, chipboard, veneer, plastic and
similar materials).
This machine is not suitable for processing metal resp. plastic and scrap wood - which could
contain nails, screws and other metal parts.
The machine may only be operated on a firm, level surface with a minimum load-bearing ca-
pacity of 1,000 kg/m².
Please note: If a suitable saw blade is used, aluminium can also be processed. Any machining of other materials
requires prior consultation with the manufacturer and his approval.
Only one-piece (CV) or compound (HM) circular saw blades according to EN 847-1 for manual feed with the fol-
lowing dimensions are permissible as tools:
Saw blade
Ø min.
Ø max.
Ø Bore
Main saw blade
250 mm
315 mm
30 mm H7
Scoring saw blade (option)
-
120 mm
20 mm
You will find circular saw blades as accessories in the section 15.1.

Do not fit saw blades with larger bores! In addition, do not use reducing or adapter rings to
adapt larger bores to the shaft.
The machine is not suitable for operation outdoors or in potentially explosive areas.
•Permissible altitude: max. 1000 m above sea level
•Permissible ambient temperature: +1 … +40° C
•Permissible humidity: max. 90 %
Intended use also includes the connection of the machine to an adequately dimensioned extraction system (see
section 6.6) and compliance with the operating, maintenance and servicing conditions specified in the oper-
ating manual. Any other use is not in accordance with the intended use and is therefore prohibited.
Improper use can lead to danger to persons and to a defect or damage to the machine.
4.3 Modifications and Conversions to the Machine

Unauthorised conversions and modifications to the machine are strictly prohibited for safety
reasons. This will invalidate the CE declaration of conformity! The manufacturer is not liable
for any resulting damage. The risk for this is borne exclusively by the operator/user.

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4.4 Residual Risks
The machine is built according to the latest state of the art and the recognised safety rules. Nevertheless, the
use of the machine may cause danger to life and limb of the user or third parties or damage to the machine and
other equipment.
Due to the construction of the machine, the following residual risks can occur even when used as intended and
despite compliance with all relevant safety regulations:
Reading and applying the operating manual is mandatory for the operating personnel.
Be alert to possible crushing hazards:
a) when transporting the machine by forklift truck →between forks & pallet / machine
b) when picking up the machine →between machine / pallet and floor
c) when lowering the machine →between machine and fixed equipment
Be alert to possible crushing hazards when lowering the machine (from the cargo pallet to the
floor) with a forklift truck or overhead crane.
Make sure that no objects fall from the forklift truck / crane.
Do not leave any objects / tools on the machine.
It is strictly prohibited to ride on the machine during a lifting operation (with the indoor crane or
forklift). There is a danger of falling!
Unauthorised persons are not allowed to enter the installation area of the machine
(responsibility of the operator).
Be aware of the danger of cutting at the saw blade. Never reach into the running saw blade!
Always wear protective gloves when changing a saw blade.
The saw blade guard must be used during every cutting operation. Cutting without using the
saw blade guard is strictly prohibited. The wearing of protective goggles is mandatory.
Be aware of the danger from falling objects such as workpieces, tools or similar. Therefore, wear
safety shoes, especially when transporting and setting down the machine.
Be aware of the risk of injury from flying tool parts in the event of tool breakage.
Therefore wear protective goggles.
Be aware of the risk of injury from flying workpiece parts and chips, splinters and dust coming out
of the machine. Therefore wear protective goggles.
Be aware of the increased noise emission and wear hearing protection.
Be aware of the increased dust generation. Use the extraction device and wear a dust mask if
necessary.
Be aware of a possible danger of being drawn in by moving machine parts or tools. This can cause
pieces of clothing or hair to be caught. Always wear tight-fitting clothing or avoid loose clothing
and wear a hair net if necessary.
Danger of being drawn in and increased risk of injury when wearing watches and jewellery.
Wearing watches and jewellery is prohibited on the tilting spindle moulder.
Never reach into the area between the saw blade guard and the aluminium profile rail (cross-
cut fence). There is a danger of crushing!
Electrical equipment must be maintained and cleaned regularly.
The saw blade guard for mitre cutting (inclined saw blade) is wider and can therefore be
reached earlier by the profile rail. Therefore the danger of splintering exists earlier.
Danger from electric shock! It is strictly forbidden to bypass safety devices (e.g. safety switches).
Danger from electric shock! There are hazards when working on the electrical system.
This work must only be carried out by qualified personnel!
Be aware of the crushing hazard when closing the saw blade guard and the cutting hazard at the
saw blade.
Be aware of the risk of crushing between the sliding table and the holding block for the saw blade.

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Be aware of the risk of crushing at the end of the running rail for the sliding table between the run-
ning rail and the sliding table.
Pay attention to the risk of crushing on the inside of the sliding table on fixed components / guide
rods on the inside of the sliding table.
Be aware of the risk of crushing when pushing the sliding table forward between the sliding table
and the front holding block for the saw blade.
Do not stand between the cross-cut fence and the telescopic swivel arm (when pushing the sliding
table forwards or backwards). There is a danger of crushing (it is forbidden for the operator and
third persons to stay in this area).
Pay attention to the danger of crushing in the area of the support for the cross slide (at the swivel
arm). Reaching into this area is prohibited!
Do not reach into the area between the rip fence and the ruler bar
(especially when pushing back the rip fence).
Pay attention to the danger of cutting and crushing in the area of the scoring saw blade. Access
during normal operation and by unauthorised persons is strictly prohibited.
Make sure that no unauthorised persons are in the area of the machine.
Be aware of the risk of crushing between the sliding cross-cut fence and the cross slide on both
sides: Do not reach into these areas!
The emergency stop buttons must always be freely accessible. They must not be moved, e.g. with
hopper boxes. Check the function of the emergency stop buttons daily (before starting work).
Fire hazard due to wood dust in connection with flying sparks and/or open fire!
4.5 Observe the Environmental Protection Regulations
During all work with the machine, the environmental protection regulations, obligations and laws for waste
avoidance and proper recycling and/or disposal applicable at the place of use must be observed. This applies in
particular to installation, repair and maintenance work involving substances that could pollute the groundwater
(e.g. hydraulic oils and cleaning agents and liquids containing solvents). In any case, prevent them from seeping
into the ground or entering the sewage system.
Store and transport the above-mentioned hazardous substances only in suitable con-
tainers. Avoid leakage of hazardous substances by using suitable collection contain-
ers. Ensure that the above-mentioned substances are disposed of by a qualified dis-
posal company.

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4.6 Organisational Measures
Always keep this operating manual within easy reach and at the place of use of the machine.
In addition to the operating manual, observe and instruct on generally applicable legal and other binding
regulations for accident prevention and environmental protection.
Supplement the operating manual with further instructions, including supervisory and reporting duties, to
take account of special operational features (e.g. with regard to work organisation, work processes, per-
sonnel employed).
Operators must not wear open long hair, loose clothing or jewellery (including rings). There is a risk of in-
jury, e.g. by getting caught or drawn in.
Observe the safety instructions and danger warnings on the machine and keep them complete and in legi-
ble condition.
In case of safety-relevant changes to the machine or its operating behaviour, shut down the entire system
immediately and report the fault to the responsible office/person.
Spare parts must meet the technical requirements specified by the manufacturer. The exclusive use of
original spare parts ensures this. Therefore, only use original spare parts from the manufacturer.
Observe the fire alarm and firefighting possibilities. Make the location and operation of fire extinguishers
(fire class ABC) known. Do not use water!
4.7 Personnel Selection and Qualification - Basic Duties
The machine design and operation is intended for right-handers.
Work on and with the machine may only be carried out by reliable personnel.
Observe the legal minimum age!
Only use trained or instructed personnel. Clearly define the responsibilities of the personnel for operating,
setting up, maintaining and repairing!
Ensure that only authorised personnel work on the machine!
If personnel to be trained or apprenticed have to work on the machine, this may only be done under the
constant supervision of an experienced resp. qualified person.
Work on the electrical equipment of the machine may only be carried out by a qualified electrician or by
untrained persons under the direction and supervision of a qualified electrician in accordance with the
electrotechnical regulations.

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4.8 Safety Instructions for Specific Phases of Operation
4.8.1 Normal Operation
Refrain from any working method that could compromise safety!
Take measures to ensure that the machine can only be operated in a safe and functional condition.
The machine may only be operated when all protective devices and safety-related equipment, such as e.g.:
•Detachable safety devices
•Emergency stop system
•Sound insulation
•Extraction unit
are present and functional.
Check the machine at least once per shift for externally visible damage and defects!
Report any changes that have occurred (including changes in operating behaviour) immediately to the re-
sponsible office or person! If necessary, stop the machine immediately and secure it!
Adjust the cutting angle and cutting height only when the saw blade is stationary.
An obstacle-free working area around the machine is essential for safe operation.
The floor should be level, well maintained and free of debris such as chips and cut workpieces.
The workplace should be adequately lit by general or local lighting.
Never try to remove cuttings, chips or other parts from the cutting area while the machine is running!
Inspect the workpiece for foreign inclusions, knots, twists and other irregularities.
Switch off the machine even during short work interruptions!
Switch off the control voltage and main switch before leaving the machine. Never leave the machine unat-
tended in an unsecured state.
4.8.2 Special work within the Scope of Maintenance Work as well as Troubleshooting
in the Workflow
Observe maintenance and inspection activities prescribed in the operating manual!
These activities, as well as all other repair work, may only be carried out by qualified personnel!
For all work concerning operation, production adjustment, conversion or setting of the machine and its
safety-related equipment as well as maintenance and repair, observe switch-on and switch-off procedures
according to the operating manual and instructions for maintenance work!
Secure the machine against unexpected restarting during maintenance and repair work.
•Lock the main switch with a padlock!
Always tighten screw connections that have been loosened during maintenance and repair work!
If it is necessary to dismantle safety equipment during set-up, maintenance and repair, the safety equip-
ment must be reassembled and checked immediately after completion of the maintenance and repair
work!
Ensure safe and environmentally friendly disposal of operating and auxiliary materials (e.g. oils) and re-
placement parts (e.g. electronic components)!

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4.9 Safe Working Practices
•Whenever possible, a push stick must be used to prevent working with the hands close to the saw blade.
Observe the danger zone of 120 mm around the saw blade. See also section 4.10 “Hazardous Areas on
the Sliding Table Saw”.
•Always work with all available guards and protective devices! These must be accessible at the right places
and in perfect working order.
•Working position: Always to the side of the saw blade, outside a possible kickback area (= area directly in
front of the saw blade). See also section 4.10 “Hazardous Areas on the Sliding Table Saw”.
•Do not start cutting until the saw blade has reached full speed.
•Set the distance between the saw blade and riving knife to 3 - 8 mm as evenly as possible.
•The riving knife must not be thicker than the kerf width and not thinner than the saw blade body.
•Only use saw blades suitable for the respective operation.
•Do never use damaged saw blades.
•A detachable feeding unit should be used whenever possible. This must be equipped with a separate on/off
switch.
•A removable feeding unit is not a substitute for the riving knife. The riving knife must always remain installed.
•When using a feeding unit, there must be sufficient space on the removal side in front of stationary obstacles
(danger of crushing by the workpiece!).
•The use of the sliding table saw for cutting rebates, tenons or grooves is prohibited unless the part of the
saw blade above the table is effectively secured.
•For “insert cutting”, suitable anti-kickback devices must be fitted. The riving knife has to be removed and
the holder has to be fixed.
•The height of the saw blade guard should be placed as close as possible to the workpiece without touching it.
•Concealed cutting may only be carried out with a mounted overhead saw blade guard (option).
•When cutting concealed, use aids such as an auxiliary fence and a push handle.
•The riving knife must not be removed during “concealed cutting”.
•Grooving (concealed cutting) with a grooving cutter is prohibited on this machine, as no grooving cutters are
approved for this machine.
•If a second person is working at the sliding table saw to remove processed workpieces, this person must not
stand at any other place than at the end of the table extension.
•When trimming and ripping, mount the clamping shoe on the removal side of the sliding table to hold down
the workpiece and fix it on the feed side with the eccentric clamping device.
•For cutting narrow and low batten, tilt the aluminium stop rail of the rip fence by 90° so that the narrow
contact edge can be used.
•For cross-cuts, use the cross-cut carriage with cross-cut fence.
•Make angle and mitre cuts only with the cross-cut carriage mounted on the sliding table.
•Use a deflector wedge for cutting small pieces.
•Replace damaged table inserts immediately with new ones.
•When cutting narrow workpieces < 120 mm, use the push stick.
•For cutting widths < 30 mm, use an adequate push block.
•Use a wedge cutting jig for cutting wedges.
•Repairs may only be carried out by qualified personnel with the main switch locked.
•The machine must be connected to an effective extraction system. or this, an extraction capacity
of 1800 m3/h at a flow rate of at least 25-30 m/s is required.
•The machine is equipped with an electronic motor brake. If the motor brake no longer brakes
within the prescribed braking time (10 s), the customer service must be informed immediately.

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4.10 Construction-related Safety Equipment
•Together with the saw blade guard, the riving knife is one of the most important safety devices on the sliding
table saw. It prevents the saw blade from jamming in the kerf and thus prevents dangerous workpiece kick-
backs and ejection of the workpiece and/or workpiece parts.
•The saw blade guard is mounted on the riving knife and has a suction nozzle for connecting the extraction
system on the top. The saw blade guard thus ensures effective extraction of chips and sawdust as well as
effective saw blade protection.
•The smooth-running and lockable sliding table ensures safe workpiece guidance. Even large workpieces can
be safely processed, trimmed and ripped. The integrated locking device in combination with the cross-cut
carriage prevents dangerous workpiece kickbacks during insertion cutting.
•The cross-cut fence, which can be mounted on either side of the cross-cut carriage, ensures that the work-
piece is securely fixed. It has two adjustable flip stops, a millimetre scale for exact dimension setting and a
fixed 90° lock. In addition, angles in the range of ± 45° can be set.
•The rip fence is equipped with a solid stop profile that can be moved in the cutting direction. It can be re-
tracted so far that jamming of cut-off workpiece parts between the fence and the rising teeth is avoided. For
machining flat and narrow workpieces, or when the saw blade is tilted, the ruler can be turned from the high
to the flat position.
•The clamping shoe and the eccentric clamping device included in the scope of delivery are used to clamp and
hold down unedged solid wood (e.g. boards) on the sliding table. It ensures effective kickback protection and
secures the workpiece during edge trimming.
•The saw unit can be completely retracted under the machine table with the saw blade guard removed.
•The push stick included in the scope of delivery ensures safe guidance for narrow workpieces (< 120 mm)
during the final phase of the cut and keeps the hands out of the danger zone of the circular saw blade.
•The circular saw blade and optional scoring saw blade are fixed by means of pressure flanges. Their integrated
keyways ensure that the saw blade does not come loose by itself when the machine is stopped.
•The clockwise rotating main saw blade is secured against loosening of the clamping nut by a left-hand thread.
The optional scoring saw blade (counterclockwise rotation) is secured by a conventional right-hand thread.
•The correct directions of rotation for the main and scoring saw blades are marked on the saw blade guard
and on the chip flap by arrow stickers.
•The extension table (rear) and the table extension (left) ensure a secure workpiece support even with large
workpieces.
4.11 Electrical Safety Equipment
•Lockable main switch: The main switch can be locked with a padlock to protect the machine from uninten-
tional or unauthorised restarting (e.g. during adjustment, repair and maintenance work).
•The sliding table saw is equipped with two emergency stop buttons (on the control panel and on the right-
hand side of the machine below the rip fence). This allows the machine to be stopped immediately in the
event of danger. The emergency stop switches must always be freely accessible and must not be blocked with
wood or other objects.
•The chip flap is equipped with a safety switch. This has the effect that the power supply to the main motor is
switched off as soon as the chip flap is opened.
•Electronic brake for electrodynamic braking of the drive motors: This ensures that the circular saw blade
comes to a standstill in less than 10 seconds after the motor is switched off.
•Undervoltage protection: In the event of a voltage interruption, the machine is brought to a standstill, where
it remains even when the voltage is restored. To restart it, it must be switched on again.
•Protection against electric shock: The housing of the machine and the drives are protected against electric
shock with a neutral line.
•Dust protection: The control cabinet and the drive unit(s) are protected against contact, dust and splash water
on all sides with IP54 protection.
•Short-circuit protection: The machine has overload protection for the motor (thermal cut-out switch).

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4.12 Hazardous Areas on the Sliding Table Saw
Carry out adjustment work within the danger zones only when the saw blade is stationary!
4.12.1 Danger Zone Saw Blade
Figure 2: Danger zone saw blade
•The area 120 mm around the saw blade is con-
sidered to be a danger area with an increased
risk of injury.
•Hands must never be within this danger zone
when the saw blade is running!
•Never remove chips and parts lying around with
your hands!
•Within the danger zone, use a push stick, push
block or other suitable aid for feeding.
•When feeding the workpiece manually, place
your hands flat with your thumbs on them and
do not spread your fingers.
•Lower the saw blade guard before starting work.
Be aware of the danger of cutting and being drawn in within the danger zone of 120 mm
around the saw blade! Wearing gloves, loose clothing, open hair as well as watches or
jewellery is prohibited when working on the sliding table saw!
4.12.2 Danger Zones around the Machine
Another danger zone is located in front of the machine within the feed area of the saw blade. Here, there is a
particular risk of serious injury from a material kickback. During operation, the operator as well as any helpers
and possible observers must refrain from being in the marked danger zone!
Figure 3: Danger zones around the machine
•The operator of the machine must generally stand at
the front of the machine, outside the danger zone
(depending on the application, to the left or right of
the saw blade (see also section 5.3).
•A helper for workpiece removal must generally stand
behind the machine and outside the danger zone.
The helper must not stand within the movement
range of the sliding table.
•Observers must stand in a semi-circle formation out-
side the danger zone. An adequate distance must be
maintained so that the operator of the machine and
any helper are not hindered in their work.
Be aware of the danger of kickback due to ejecting workpieces! Entering the danger zone
during the cutting process can lead to serious injuries.
Saw blade
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120 mm
120 mm
Danger zone
Observers
Observers
Helper
Operator
Danger Zone