9.1 |
A Festool dust extractor with an extractor hose diameter of 36 mm or 27 mm (36 mm recommended due to the reduced risk of clogging) can be connected to the rotating extractor connector (9.1)
Mounting the splinterguard
10.1 |
10.2 |
The splinterguard (accessories) significantly improves the quality of the cutting edge of the sawn workpiece on the upper side for 0° cuts.
-Attach splinterguard (10.1) onto the protective cover,
-Place machine onto the workpiece or the guide rail,
-Press splinterguard down until it sits on the workpiece and tighten it with the rotary knob (10.2).
-Saw splinterguard in (machine to maximum cutting depth and speed range 1).
Use the splinterguard only for 0° cuts. Al- ways remove the splinterguard for mitre cuts. When making mitre cuts, the splinterguard raises the portable circular saw from the work- piece, which can lead to serious injuries.
Operation
Read and understand the safety instructions before starting work!
Switching the machine on and off
11.1 | 11.4 |
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11.2
Keep the machine steady during switching and during use by holding the handle (11.2) and the additional handle (11.1) with both hands.
To switch on, first push the
To switch off, release the
After the machine has been switched off, the saw blade will still rotate for a time. Take care that parts of your body do not come into contact with the saw blade while it is still rotating!
As soon as you remove the machine from the workpiece once sawing has been completed, the machine automatically returns to its basic position and the saw blade is again completely covered by the protective covering.
Support of the workpieces
12.1 |
Ensure that your workpieces are securely fixed and cannot move during sawing. Otherwise, there is an increased risk of accident. Never hold the workpiece to be cut with your hands or between your legs. Use instead screw clamps (12.1) or some other suitable devices to fix your workpiece.
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