ROTHENBERGER ROTIGER CL The Cordless Tiger Saw Instructions

ROTHENBERGER ROTIGER CL The Cordless Tiger Saw Instructions

Charger  Battery

Charger| art. no.| U1| f1| P1| U2| I2| Nc| W
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---
RO BC14/36 EU| 1000001654| 220 – 240V| 50 – 60Hz| 85W| 14 – 42V| 3,0 A DC| 4 – 10| 600g
RO BC14/36 AUS| 1000001655| 220 – 240V| 50 – 60Hz| 85W| 14 – 42V| 3,0 A DC| 4 – 10| 600g
RO BC14/36 USA CND| 1000001656| 115V| 50 – 60Hz| 85W| 14 – 42V| 3,0 A DC| 4 – 10| 600g
RO BC14/36 UK| 1000001691| 220 – 240V| 50 – 60Hz| 85W| 14 – 42V| 3,0 A DC| 4 – 10| 600g

Safety Notes

Intended use

The user bears sole responsibility for any damage caused by improper use.
Generally accepted accident prevention regulations and the enclosed safety information must be observed.

ROTIGER CL
The tool is suitable for sawing wood, metals, plastics or similar materials such as hard rubber, fibre glass, etc. Warranty claims apply only to a limited extent for applications with excessive wear (e.g. pallet construction/repair). Use only original ROTHENBERGER or CAS (Cordless Alliance System) battery packs and accessories.

Charger and battery:
The chargers are only suitable for charging ROTHENBERGER and CAS (Cordless Alliance System) battery packs. This tool is not designed for use by persons with physical, sensory or mental disabilities, or with insufficient experience and/or knowledge, unless they are supervised by a person responsible for their safety, or have received instructions on how to use the tool by this person. Never attempt to charge batteries that are not rechargeable. Danger of explosion! Battery packs marked with CAS are 100% compatible with CAS devices (Cordless Alliance System). To select the appropriate device, please contact your ROTHENBERGER dealer. Read the relevant instructions for the devices used.

General Power Tool Safety Warnings

WARNING! Read all safety warnings, instructions, illustrations and specifications 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 electrically-operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated (cordless) power tool

1. Work area safety
   a) Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered and dark areas invite accidents.
   b) Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable 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) A void 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 them power tool. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges and moving parts. Damaged or entangled cords increase the risk of electric shock.
   e) When operating a power tool outdoors only, use an extension cords suitable for out door use. Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shoc
   f) If operating a power tool in a damp location i 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 momentary lack of attention 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. 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, clothing and gloves 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 dustn collection can reduce dustrelated hazards.
   h) Do not let familiarity gained from frequent use of tools allow you to become complacent and ignore tool safety principles. A careless 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 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. Battery tool use and care
   a) Recharge only with the charger specified by the manufacturer. A charger that is suitable for one type of battery pack may create a risk of fire when used with another battery pack.
   b) WARNING! Use power tools only with specifically designated battery packs and respectively battery types. Use of any other battery packs may create a risk of explosions, injury and fire.
   c) When battery pack is not in use, keep it away from other metal objects like paper clips, coins, keys, nails, screws, or other small metal objects that can make a connection from one terminal to another. Shorting the battery terminals together may cause burns or a fire.
   d) Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected from the battery; avoid contact. If contact accidentally occurs, flush with water. If liquid contacts eyes, additionally seek medical help. Liquid ejected from the battery may cause irritation or burns.
   e) Do not use a damaged or modified battery. Damaged or modified batteries can behave unexpectedly and lead to fires, explosions or injuries.
   f) Do not expose a battery for fire or high temperatures. Fire or temperatures above 130°C (265°F) can cause an explosion.
   g) Follow all the instructions for charging and never charge the battery or the cordless tool outside the temperature range specified in the operating instructions. Incorrect charging or charging outside the permitted temperature range can destroy the battery and increase the fire risk.

6. Service
   a) Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair person using only identical replacement parts. This will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained.
   b) Never service damaged batteries. All maintenance of batteries should only be carried out by the manufacturer or authorised customer service points.
   

Special safety instructions

ROTIGER CL:
Hold the power tool by insulated gripping surfaces, when performing an operation where the cutting accessory may contact hidden wiring. Cutting accessory contacting a “live” wire may make exposed metal parts of the power tool “live” and could give the operator an electric shock.
Use clamps or another practical way to secure and support the work piece to a stable plat form. Holding the work by your hand  or against the body leaves it unstable and may lead to loss of control.
Remove the battery pack from the machine before any adjustment or maintenance is carried out.

Before fitting the battery pack, make sure that the machine is switched off.

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CAUTION! Do not stare at operating lamp

If the machine is defective, remove the battery pack from the machine.
Always wear protective goggles, gloves, and sturdy shoes when working with this tool. Ensure that the spot where you wish to work is free of power cables, gas lines or water pipes (e.g. using a metal detector).
When sawing water pipes, ensure that they do not contain any water. Wear ear protectors when working for long periods of time. High noise levels over a prolonged period of time may affect your hearing. Materials that generate dusts or vapours that may be harmful to health (e.g. asbestos) must not be processed.
Do not reach under the work piece while the machine is in operation.
Do not try to saw extremely small work pieces.

Clamp the workpiece firmly. Under no circumstances should you hold the workpiece with your
hand or foot.
Only use sharp, undamaged saw blades. Do not use saw blades that are cracked or that have changed their shape. For sawing, the guide must make secure contact with the work piece. Always hold the machine with both hands at the intended handles, take a  secure stance and concentrate on the work. Danger of injury due to the sharp saw blade. Do not touch the moving saw blade! Remove chips and similar material only with the machine at standstill.
Remove the battery pack from the machine when not in use.

Reducing dust exposure:

WARNING – Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction activities contains chemicals known to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some examples of these chemicals are:

• Lead from lead-based paints,
• Crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products, and
• Arsenic and chromium from chemically treated lumber.

Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on how often you do this type of work. To reduce your exposure to these chemicals: work in a well ventilated area, and work with approved safety equipment, such as those dust masks that are specially designed to filter out microscopic particles.

This also applies to dust from other materials such as some timber types (like oak or beech dust), metals, asbesos. Other known diseases are e.g. allergic reactions, respiratory diseases. Do not let dust enter the body. Observe the relevant guidelines and national regulations for your material, staff, application and place of application (e.g. occupational health and safety regulations, disposal). Collect the particles generated at the source, avoid deposits in the surrounding area. Use suitable accessories for special work. In this way, fewer particlesenter the environment in an uncontrolled manner. Use a suitable extraction unit.

Reduce dust exposure with the following measures:

• do not direct the escaping particles and the exhaust air stream at yourself or nearby persons or on dust deposits,
• use an extraction unit and/or air purifiers,
• ensure good ventilation of the workplace and keep clean using a vacuum cleaner. Sweeping or blowing stirs up dust.
• Vacuum or wash the protective clothing. Do not blow, beat or brush

Charger and battery:

This charger is not intended for use by children and persons with physical, sensory or mental limitations or a lack of e perience or knowledge. This charger can be used by children aged 8 and above and by persons who have physical, sensory or mental limitations or a lack of experience or knowledge if a person responsible for their safety supervises them or has instructed them  in the safe operation of the charger and they understand the associated dangers. Otherwise, there is a danger of operating errors and injuries.

Supervise children during use, cleaning and maintenance. This will ensure that children do not play with the charger. Do not charge non-rechargeable batteries.

Danger – electrical voltage!!
Only use the charger indoors!
Protect the charger from moisture!

Never allow children to use the machine. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the tool  Keep children away from the battery charger and the working area! Keep your battery charger out of reach of children! Pull out the mains plug immediately if the battery charger starts tom smoke or flames emerge! Do not insert objects into the ventilation slots on the battery charger – there is a danger of electric shocks and short circuits! Do not recharge a fully charged battery pack!

Protect battery packs from water and moisture!
Do not expose battery packs to naked flame! 

Do not use faulty or deformed battery packs! In areas with high metal dust exposure do not load any battery packs with AIR COOLED chargers.
Do not open battery packs!
Do not touch or short-circuit battery packs!

Slightly acidic, flammable fluid may leak from defective Li-ion battery packs!

If battery fluid leaks out and comes into contact with your skin, rinse immediately with plenty of water. If battery fluid leaks out and comes into contact with your eyes, wash them with clean water and seek medical attention immediately!

Transporting li-ion battery packs : The contained lithium-ion batteries are subject to the Dangerous Goods Legislation requirements. The user can transport the batteries by road without further requirements. When being transported by third parties (e.g.: air transport or forwarding agency), special requirements on packaging and labelling must be observed. For preparation of the item being shipped, consulting an expert for hazardous material is required. Only send the battery pack if the housing is intact and no fluid is leaking. Remove the  battery pack from the machine for sending. Prevent the contacts from short-circuiting (e.g. by protecting them with adhesive tape).

Dispatch batteries only when the housing is undamaged. Tape or mask off open contacts and pack up the battery in such a manner that it cannot move around in the packaging. Please also observe possibly more detailed national regulations.

Technical Data ROTIGER CL

Voltage of battery pack ………. 18 V
Stroke rate at idle speed……….. 0-2700 min-1 (spm)
Stroke length …….. 32 mm/ 1,26 in
max. cutting depth wood……… 250 mm/ 10,2 in
max. cutting depth metal……… Profiles ●: 20 mm/ 0,8 in
Tubes ○: 140 mm/ 5,5 in
Weight (with smallest battery pac…………. 3,2 kg/ 7,05 lbs
Sound pressure level (LpA) ……. 77 dB (A) ¦ KpA 5 dB (A)
Sound power level (LWA) ……. 88 dB (A) ¦ KWA 5 dB (A)
The noise level during operation can exceed 80 dB (A). Wear hearing protection!
Measured values determined in accordance with EN 62841-1.
Vibration total value (vector sum of three directions):
Vibration emission value, sawing of chip boards (ah,B)…26,7 m/s2 ¦ Kh,B = 1,5m/s2

Vibration emission value, sawing of wooden planks (ah,WB) …..27,5 m/s2 ¦ Kh,WB = 1,5m/s2

Permitted ambient temperature during operation: -20 °C (-4°F) to 50 °C (120°F) (limited performance with temperatures below 0 °C (32°F).n Permitted ambient temperature for storage: 0 °C (32°F) to 30 °C (86°F).

The Vibration Total Value quoted in these instructions and the quotedn noise emission values were measured according to standardized measurement procedures and can be used to compare one electric power tool with another. They can also be used to make an initial estimate of the loading.

The quoted vibration and noise emissions can vary during actual use of the electric power tool dependent on the way in which the electric power tool is used, in particular what type of work piece is being processed. Establish additional safety measures to protect the operator which are based upon an estimate of the vibration loading during the actual usage conditions (in doing so taking account of parts of the operating cycle, for example times in which the electric power tool is switched and those in which it is switched on but not running under load).

Technical Data charger and battery

Battery

• U = Voltage
• C = Capacity
• W = Weight
• c = Charge current
• t = Approx. charging time (90% full)
• Charging voltage……………………….. 20,75 V DC
• Charging temperature .. 0° – 50° C, 32° – 122° F
• Max. discharging
• temperature. ………………………….. 5° – 50° C, 41° – 122° F
• Recharge battery pack before first use!

Charger

• U1 = Input voltage
• f1 = Input frequency
• P1 = Input power
• U2 = Charging voltage
• I2 = Max. charge current
• Nc = No. of battery cells
• W = Weight

Pay attention to the electrical outlet voltage! Check the label on the bottom of the charger!

Function of the Unit

Overview

1. Clamping bolt
2. Guide
3. Saw blade clamping fixture
4. LED working light
5. Lever of the saw blade clamping fixture
6. Front handle
7. Switch on catch button
8. Lock button (continuous operation)
9. Trigger
10.  Rear handle
11.  Battery pack release button
12.  Battery pack
13. Chain tube holder
    

Assembly, Initial Operation, Setting

**** Remove the battery pack from the machine before any adjustment or maintenance is carried out!

Battery pack:

Removal

Press the battery pack release (11) button and pull the battery pack (12) forwards.
Inserting:
Slide in the battery pack (12) until it engages.

**** Do not touch the saw blade immediately following operation of the tool, as it can be extremely hot and can lead to skin burns!

Pull up lever (5) of saw blade quick-clamping device upwards and hold in this position.
Insert the saw blade as far as it will go or remove it.
Release lever (5).
Check that the saw blade is securely seated.

Fitting the chain tube holder (C1):

Loosen the clamping bolt (1).
Push the ROTIGER CL onto the chain tube holder (13) up to the stop so that the clamping bolt (1) can be fixed in the groove.
Use the clamping bolt to clamp the chain tube holder in place.

Use

Switching on and off, stroke rate:

Switch-on lock (7)

**Trigger (9) locked.
Trigger (9)** unlocked.

Switching on, speed: press the trigger switch (9). The stroke rate can be changed by pressing in the trigger.
Switching off: Let go of the trigger switch (9).
Continuous activation: With the trigger (9) pressed, push in the locking button (8) and release the trigger. Press and release the trigger (9) again to switch off

**** In continuous operation, the machine continues running if it is forced out of your hands. Therefore, always hold the machine with both hands using the handles provided, stand securely and concentrate!

Stepless stroke rate setting:

The stroke rate can be changed steplessly by varying the pressure applied to the trigger switch (9), thus adapting it to the material and working conditions

Working Directions:

Sawing:
Use a saw blade geared to the material to be sawn. Press the machine with the guide (2) against the work piece. Switch on the machine, and only then guide the saw blade against the work piece. Do not make contact with any objects or with the ground with the moving saw blade (danger o  recoil and saw blade fracture!). Adapt the stroke rate to the material to the sawn. Avoid excessive pressure on the saw blade (particularly in the case of long saw blades). If the saw blade jams, turn the machine off immediately. Widen the sawn gap slightly with a suitable tool and take out the machine. After completing the sawing cut, switch off the machine and only take it out of the sawn gap to place it down once the saw blade has come to a standstill (danger of recoil).

Chain tube holder (C2):

Place the chain tube holder on the tube.
The lever must be screwed in up to the stop!
Place the chain on the tube and hook it in.
Turn the chain tube holder firmly clockwise. Note: Thread must turn outward.

Charger and battery

Overview:

1. Battery pack
2. Sliding seat
3. Operation display
4. Warning display
5. Capacity indicator button
6. Capacity and signal indicator

Start of operation

**** Before plugging in, check to see that the rated mains voltage and mains frequency, as specified on the rating label, match your power supply!

Devices such as this one, which generate direct current, may have an effect on basic residualcurrent circuit breakers. Use type F or better, with a release current of max. 30 mA.

**** Before commissioning the charger, ensure that the air slots are free. Minimum distance to other objects is 5 cm/ 2″!

Self-test:

Insert mains supply plug.
The warning display (4) and the operating indicator (3) light up one after the other for approx. 1 second and the installed fan runs for approx. 5 seconds.

Battery pack:

Charge the battery pack before use (1). If performance diminishes, recharge the battery pack. The ideal storage temperature is between 10°C / 50° F and 30°C / 86° F. The permissible storage temperature is between 0°C and 50°C / 32° – 122° F. Li-ion battery packs have a capacity and signal indicator: (6)

Press the button (5), the LEDs indicate the charge level.
If one LED is flashing, the battery pack is almost flat and must be recharged.

Handling

Push the battery pack completely to the stop on the sliding seat (2)

The operating indicator (3) flashes.

Conservation charge:
Once the charging process has finished, the battery charger automatically switches to conservation mode.

The battery pack can remain in the battery charger and is therefore always ready for use.

The operating display (3) lights up continuously. Fault:
Warning display (4) lights up continuously.

ROTIGER CL:
On a regular basis, use compressed air to blow out the machine through the rear ventilation slots.

Regularly clean the saw blade quick-clamping device (3) and blow out with compressed air. Do not oil or grease.

Charger:
Repairs to the charger must only be carried out by qualified electricians. If the mains connection cable of this tool is damaged, in order to prevent endangering personnel and property it must be replaced by the manufacturer, or the Customer Service of the manufacturer, or a similarly qualified person.

Accessories

You can find suitable accessories in the main catalog or at www.rothenberger.com

Customer service

The ROTHENBERGER service locations are available to help you (see listing in catalog or online) and replacement parts and service are also available through these same service locations. Order your accessories and spare parts from your specialist retailer or  using RO SERVICE+ online: ℡ + 49 (0) 61 95/ 800 8200 + 49 (0) 61 95/ 800 7491 [email protected] – www.rothenberger.com

Disposal

Components of the unit are recyclable material and should be put to recycling. For this purpose registered and certified recycling companies are available. For an environmental friendly disposal of the non-recyclable parts (e.g. electronic waste) please contact your local waste disposal authority.

Old batteries can be taken to your specialist dealer who will dispose of them in conformity with environmental regulations.

For EU countries only:

Do not dispose of electric tools with domestic waste. In accordance with European Directive 2012/19/EU on waste electrical and electronic equipment and its implementation as national law, electric tools that are no longer serviceable must be collected separately and utilised for environmentally compatible recycling

References

• ROTHENBERGER USA
• ROTHENBERGER USA

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