Changing the blade
CAUTION. Always ensure that the saw is switched off and unplugged from the power supply before making any adjustments.
1.Remove blade key (23) from storage area (22). Place saw on its side on a flat surface.
2.Rotate the saw blade by hand whilst depressing button (20) until the blade locks.
3.Whilst depressing button (20), turn the blade bolt anti- clockwise using blade key (23).
4.Remove the outer blade flange and the blade bolt.
5.Raise the lower blade guard
(14)using lever (13). Remove the saw blade from the inner flange and pull out the blade.
Note. Clean the saw blade flanges thoroughly before mounting the new saw blade. Wipe a drop of oil onto the inner and outer flange where they will touch the blade.
6.Mount the new saw blade onto the spindle and against the inner flange.
7.Replace the outer flange and tighten the blade bolt.
WARNING. The direction in which the blade rotates has to be the same as the direction of the arrow marked on the housing.
Ensure that button (20) is released. Before using the saw
again, check that the safety devices are in good working order.
IMPORTANT. After replacing the saw blade, make sure that the saw blade runs freely by turning the blade by hand.
8.Plug the machine into a power socket and run the saw under no load to check that it runs smoothly before using it to cut any material.
9.Place blade key (23) back in storage area (22).
Maintenance
WARNING. Always ensure that the tool is switched off and the plug is removed from the power point before making any adjustments or maintenance procedures.
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