If in doubt, do not plug in the tool. Using a power source with a voltage less than the nameplate rating is harmful to the motor.
The tool must be used only for its prescribed purpose. Any use other than those mentioned in this Manual will be considered a case of misuse. The user and not the manufacturer shall be liable for any damage or injury resulting from such cases of misuse. The manufacturer shall not be liable for any changes made to the tool nor for any damage resulting from such changes.
Even when the tool is used as prescribed it is not possible to eliminate all residual risk factors. The following hazards may arise in connection with the tool’s construction
and design:
•Contact with the disc.
•Kickback of work piece and parts of work piece.
•Disc fracture.
•Catapulting of disc pieces.
•Damage to hearing if effective earmuffs are not worn.
•Harmful emissions of grinding dust when the machine is used in closed rooms.
•Do not use discs that are deformed or cracked.
•Always remove the plug from the mains socket before making any adjustments or maintenance, including changing the disc.
Accessories
The GMC COS355 chop saw is supplied with the following accessories as standard
1.8mm Hex key
2.5mm Hex key
3.355mm Cut off disc (fitted)
4.Rear spark shield
5.Rubber feet (x4)
6.Instruction manual
7.Receipt holder
Unpacking
Due to modern mass production techniques, it is unlikely that your GMC Power Tool is faulty or that a part is missing. If you find anything wrong, do not operate the tool until the parts have been replaced or the fault has been rectified. Failure to do so could result in serious personal injury.
1.Remove all loose parts from the carton.
2.Remove the packing materials from around the saw.
3.Carefully lift the saw from the carton and place it on a level work surface.
4.The saw has been shipped with the saw arm locked in the down position. To release the saw arm, push down on the top of the saw arm and rotate the lock down knob in a clockwise direction.
Assembly
The GMC chop saw is packed, fully assembled except for the rear spark shield and rubber feet.
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