BLACKplusDECKER BES701 Sliding Compound Mitre Saw Instruction Manual

BLACKplusDECKER BES701 Sliding Compound Mitre Saw Instruction Manual

Intended use

Your BLACK+DECKER BES701 sliding compound mitre saw has been designed for sawing wood, plastic and nonferrous metal only. This tool is intended for non professional users.

Safety instructions

General power tool safety warnings @ Warning! Read all safety warnings, instructions, illustrations and specifications provided with 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 listed below refers to your mains operated (corded) power tool or battery operated (cordless) power tool.

1. Work area safety
   a. Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or darkareas 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. Avoid 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 the power tool. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts. Damaged or entangled cords increase the risk of electric shock.
   e. When operating a power tool outdoors, use an extension cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock.
   f. If operating a power tool in a damp location is 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 moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury.
   b. Use personal protective equipment. Always wear eye protection. Protective equipment such as a 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.
   d. 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 and clothing away frommoving 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 dust collection can reduce dust-related 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 dothe 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 the battery pack 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 orthese 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 tools 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 greasy surfaces do not allow for safe handling and control of the tool in unexpected situations.

5. 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.

Safety instructions for mitre saws

• Mitre saws are intended to cut wood or wood-like products, they cannot be used with abrasive cut-off wheels for cutting ferrous material such as bars, rods, studs, etc. Abrasive dust causes moving parts such as the lower guard to jam. Sparks from abrasive cutting will burn the lower guard, the kerf insert and other plastic parts.
• Use clamps to support the workpiece whenever possible. If supporting the workpiece by hand, you must always keep your hand at least 100 mm from either side of the saw blade. Do not use this saw to cut pieces that are too small to be securely clamped or held by hand. If your hand is placed too close to the saw blade, there is an increased risk of injury from blade contact.
• The workpiece must be stationary and clamped or held against both the fence and the table. Do not feed the workpiece into the blade or cut “freehand” in any way. Unrestrained or moving workpieces could be thrown at high speeds, causing injury.
• Push the saw through the workpiece. Do not pull the saw through the workpiece. To make a cut, raise the saw head and pull it out over the workpiece without cutting, start the motor, press the saw head down and push the saw through the workpiece.
• Never cross your hand over the intended line of cutting either in front or behind the saw blade. Supporting the workpiece “cross handed” i.e. holding the workpiece to the right of the saw blade with your left hand or vice versa is very dangerous. u Do not reach behind the fence with either hand closer than 100 mm from either side of the saw blade, to remove wood scraps, or for any other reason while the blade is spinning. The proximity of the spinning saw blade to your hand may not be obvious and you may be seriously injured.
• Inspect your workpiece before cutting. If the workpiece is bowed or warped, clamp it with the outside bowed face toward the fence. Always make certain that there is no gap between the workpiece, fence and table along the line of the cut. Bent or warped workpieces can twist or shift and may cause binding on the spinning saw blade while cutting. There should be no nails or foreign objects in the workpiece.
• Do not use the saw until the table is clear of all tools, wood scraps, etc., except for the workpiece. Small debris or loose pieces of wood or other objects that contact the revolving blade can be thrown with high speed.
• Cut only one workpiece at a time. Stacked multiple workpieces cannot be adequately clamped or braced andmay bind on the blade or shift during cutting.
• Ensure the mitre saw is mounted or placed on a level, firm work surface before use. A level and firm work surface reduces the risk of the mitre saw becoming unstable.
• Plan your work. Every time you change the bevel or mitre angle setting, make sure the adjustable fence is set correctly to support the workpiece and will not interfere with the blade or the guarding system. Without turning the tool “ON” and with no workpiece on the table, move the saw blade through a complete simulated cut to assure there will be no interference or danger ofcutting the fence.
• Provide adequate support such as table extensions, saw horses, etc. for a workpiece that is wider or longer than the table top. Workpieces longer or wider than the mitre saw table can tip if not securely supported. If the cut-off piece or workpiece tips, it can lift the lower guard or be thrown by the spinning blade.
• Do not use another person as a substitute for a table extension or as additional support. Unstable support for the workpiece can cause the blade to bind or the workpiece to shift during the cutting operation pulling you and the helper into the spinning blade.
• The cut-off piece must not be jammed or presse by any means against the spinning saw blade.

Kerf plate replacement
To replace the kerf plates, loosen the screws holding the kerf plates in place. Adjust so that the kerf plates are as close as possible without interfering with the blade’s movement.

Warning! Contact with or inhalation of dusts arising from sawing applications may endanger the health of the operator and possible bystanders. Wear a dust mask specifically designed for protection against dust and fumes and ensure that persons within or entering the work area are also protected.

• Do not work with material containing asbestos. Asbestos is considered to be carcinogenic.
• Wear gloves when handling saw blades and rough material (saw blades should be carried in a holder whenpracticable)
• Wear hearing protection to reduce the risk of induced hearing loss.
• Consider using specially designed noise-reduction blades.
• Wear eye protection to reduce the risk of personal injury.
• Use the dust bag provided when sawing wood.
• Hold power tool by insulated gripping surfaces when performing an operation where the cutting accessory may contact hidden wiring or its own cord. Cutting accessory contacting a “live” wire may make exposed metal parts of the power tool “live” and could give the operator an electric shock
• Select the correct blade for the material to be cut.
• Do not operate the machine without the guard in position. Do not operate the machine if the guard does not function or is not maintained properly.
• Ensure that the arm is securely fixed when performing bevel cuts.
• Before each cut ensure that the machine is stable.
• Keep handles dry, clean and free from oil and grease.
• Keep the surrounding area of the machine well maintained and free of loose materials, e.g. chips and off-cuts.
• Ensure the machine and the work area are provided with adequate general or localised lighting.
• Do not allow untrained people to operate this machine.
• Ensure that the blade is mounted correctly before use. Make sure that the blade rotates in the correct direction. Keep the blade sharp. Follow instruction for lubricating and changing accessories.
• Ensure the speed marked on the saw blade is at least equal to the speed marked on the saw.
• Ensure that any spacers and spindle rings used are suitable for the purpose as stated by BLACK+DECKER.
• Repairs to the cut line guidance system should be carried out by authorised repair agents or BLACK+DECKER service staff.
• Unplug the machine before carrying out any maintenance or when changing the blade.
• Never perform any cleaning, maintenance, removal of any off-cuts or other parts of the work piece form the cutting area when the machine is running and the saw head is not in the rest position.
• When possible, always mount the machine to a bench.
• Make sure all locking knobs and handles are tight before starting any operation.
• Never use your saw without the table insert.
• Never attempt to stop the machine in motion rapidly by jamming a tool or other means against the blade; serious accidents can be caused unintentionally in this way.
• Before using or fitting any accessory consult the instruction manual. The improper use of an accessory can cause damage.
• Raise the blade from the table insert in the work piece prior to releasing the on/of switch.

Warning! Cutting plastics, sap coated wood, and other materials may cause melted material to accumulate on the blade tips and the body of the saw blade, increasing the risk of the blade overheating and binding while cutting.

Features

This tool includes some or all of the following features.

1. Slide bars
2. Bevel lock knob
3. Clamp lock screw
4. Work piece clamp
5. Table extension rail
6. Bolt holes
7. Mitre angle indicator
8. Kerf plate
9. Mitre lock knob
10. Base plate
11. Rotary table
12. Rear fence
13. Saw blade
14. Blade guard
15. Safety guard mounting plate
16. Motor housing
17. Saw head locking pin
18. Main handle
19. Trigger switch
20. Safety release lever
21. Cut line light on/off button
22. Extension rail locking screw
23. Dust bag
24. Adjustable support foot
25. Bevel angle indicator
26. Mitre angle scale
27. Bevel angle scale
28. Slide bar locking screw
29. Depth of cut screw
30. Blade change tool
31. Spindle lock
32. Mitre lock release

Assembly

Your mitre saw is part assembled in the carton.

• Open the box and lift the saw out.
• Place the saw on a smooth, flat surface such as a workbench or strong table.
• Examine Assembly diagram on page 2 of this manual to become familiar with the saw and its various parts. The section on adjustments will refer to these terms and you must know what and where the parts are.
• When the tool is shipped, the head is locked in the lowered position by the saw head locking pin (17). Pull the saw head locking pin (17) as shown in figure A.
• The mitre locking knob (9) is not assembled for shipping. Remove the mitre locking knob (9) from the packaging and screw onto the saw, see figure B for position.

Table extension rail (Fig. C & D)


Your mitre saw is supplied with 2 table extension rails (5) to support long overhanging workpieces.

• Pull the table extension rail (5) to the required length for the workpiece as shown in figure C.
• Secure in position by tightening the extension rail locking screw (22), as shown in figure D.
• Repeat the process on opposite side.

Bench mounting (Fig. E)

The mitre saw can be bolted with four bolts (6a) (not provided) to a level and stable surface using the bolt holes (6) provided in the tools base. This will help prevent tipping and possible injury.

Dust collection (Fig. F)

The use of the dust bag (23) makes cutting operations clean and dust collection easy.

• To attach the dust bag (23), fit it onto the dust nozzle (23a).
• When the dust bag (23) is about half full, remove it from the tool.
• Empty the dust bag of its contents, tapping it lightly so as to remove particles adhering to the insides which might hamper further collection.

To install workpiece clamp (Fig. G)

• Insert the clamp (4) into the hole (4c) behind the fence. The clamp should be facing toward the back of the miter saw. The groove on the clamp rod should be fully inserted into the base. Ensure this groove is fully inserted into the base of the miter saw. If the groove is visible, the clamp will not be secure. Secure the clamp rod by tightening the clamp locking screw (3)
• Rotate the clamp 180º toward the front of the miter saw.
• Loosen the knob (4b) to adjust the clamp up or down, then use the fine adjust knob (4a) to firmly clamp the workpiece.

Changing or installing a new saw blade (Fig. H, I, J)



Warning! To reduce the risk of serious personal injury, turn off the tool and disconnect it from the power source before attempting to move it, change accessories or make any adjustments.
Warning! Never depress the spindle lock (31) button while the blade is under power or coasting.
Warning! Do not cut ferrous metal (containing iron or steel) or masonry or fiber cement product with this mitre saw.

Adjusting the mitre angle (Fig. K)

• Loosen the grip (9) by turning counterclockwise.
• Use the mitre lock release (32) to move the rotary table (11) to the position where the pointer (7) points to the desired angle on the mitre scale (26), tighten the grip clockwise.
• The adjustable support foot (24) is to help keep the tool in balance. After each mitre angle adjustment, you should turn knob on the foot clockwise or counterclockwise until its bottom touches the ground. There are two positions depending on the depth of your work bench.

Adjusting the bevel angle (Fig. L)

When tilting the carriage to the left, loosen the lever (2) at the rear of the tool counterclockwise. Unlock the arm by pushingthe handle somewhat strongly in one direction only.

• Tilt the saw blade until the pointer (25) points to the desired angle on the bevel scale (27).
• Tighten the lever (2) clockwise firmly to secure the arm.
  Warning! When tilting the saw blade, be sure to raise the handle fully. After changing the bevel angle, always secure the arm by tightening the lever clockwise.
  Warning! When tilting the saw blade, always be aware of the weight of the head and make sure to avoid it crashing over.

Switch action (Fig. M)

Caution! Before plugging in the tool, always check to see that the switch trigger (19) actuates properly and returns to the “OFF” position when released.

• To start the tool, move the safety release lever (20) to the right with your index finger.
• Press the switch trigger (19).
• To stop the tool, release the switch trigger (19).
  Warning! Never use tool without a fully operative switch trigger. Any tool with an inoperative switch is HIGHLY DANGEROUS and must be repaired before usage.

Crosscuts (Fig. N)

A crosscut is made by cutting wood across the grain at any angle. A straight crosscut is made with the miter arm at the zero degree position. Set and lock the miter arm at zero, hold the wood firmly on the table and against the fence. With the rail lock knob tightened, turn on the saw by squeezing the trigger switch (19). When the saw comes up to speed (about 1 second) lower the arm smoothly and slowly to cut through the wood. Let the blade come to a full stop before raising arm. When cutting anything larger than a 51mm x 102mm, use an out-down-back motion with the rail lock knob loosened. Pull the saw out, toward you, lower the saw head down toward the workpiece, and slowly push the saw back to complete the cut. Do not allow the saw blade to contact the top of the workpiece while pulling out. The saw may run toward you, possibly causing personal injury or damage to the workpiece.
Warning! Always use a work clamp to maintain control and reduce the risk of workpiece damage and personal injury.
Note: The rail lock knob must be loose to allow the saw to slide along its rails. Miter crosscuts are made with the miter arm at some angle other than zero. This angle is often 45º for making corners, but can be set anywhere from zero to 47º left or 47° right. Make the cut as described above. To cut through an existing pencil line on a piece of wood, match the angle as close as possible. Cut the wood a little too long and measure from the pencil line to the cut edge to determine which direction to adjust the miter angle and recut. This will take some practice, but it is a commonly usedtechnique.

Body and hand position (Fig. O – O3)



Proper positioning of your body and hands when operating the miter saw will make cutting easier, more accurate and safer. Never place hands near cutting area. Place hands no closer than 152 mm from the blade. Hold the workpiece tightly to the table and the fence when cutting. Keep hands in position until the trigger has been released and the blade has completely stopped. ALWAYS MAKE DRY RUNS (UNPOWERED) BEFORE FINISH CUTS SO THAT YOU CAN CHECK THE PATH OF THE BLADE. DO NOT CROSS HANDS, AS SHOWN IN FIGURE O3 and O4.
Keep both feet firmly on the floor and maintain proper balance. As you move the miter arm left and right, follow it and stand slightly to the side of the saw blade. Sight through the guard louvers when following a pencil line.

Bevel square to table adjustment (Fig. O4)

To align the blade square to the table, lock the arm in the down position with the lock down pin. Place a square against the blade, ensuring the square is not on top of a tooth. Loosen the bevel lock knob and ensure the arm is firmly against the 0° bevel stop. Rotate the 0° bevel adjustment screw with the 10 mm spanner (not provided) as necessary so that the blade is at 0° bevel to the table, as measured with the square.

Cutting picture frames, shadow boxes and other four-sided projects (Fig. P, P1, P2)



To best understand how to make the items listed here, we suggest that you try a few simple projects using scrap wood until you develop a “feel” for your saw. Your saw is the perfect tool for mitering corners like the one shown in Figure P. Sketch A in Figure P1 shows a joint made by using the bevel adjustment to bevel the edges of the two boards at 45º each to produce a 90º corner. For this joint the miter arm was locked in the zero position and the bevel adjustment was locked at 45º. The wood was positioned with the broad flat side against the table and the narrow edge against the fence. The cut could also be made by mitering right and left with the broad surface against the fence.

Cutting trim molding and other frames (Fig. P1)
Sketch B in Figure P1 shows a joint made by setting the miter arm at 45º to miter the two boards to form a 90º corner. To make this type of joint, set the bevel adjustment to zero and the miter arm to 45º. Once again, position the wood with the broad flat side on the table and the narrow edge against the fence. Figures P1 and P2 are for four-sided objects only. As the number of sides changes, so do the miter and bevel angles.

Cutting compound miters (Fig. P2)
A compound miter is a cut made using a miter angle and a bevel angle at the same time. This is the type of cut used to make frames or boxes with slanting sides like the one shown in figure P2.
Note: If the cutting angle varies from cut to cut, check that the bevel lock knob and the miter lock handle are securely locked. These must be locked after making any changes in bevel or miter.

Cutting base molding (Fig. Q) Straight 90º cuts:

Position the wood against the fence and hold it in place as shown in Figure Q. Turn on the saw, allow the blade to reach full speed and lower the arm smoothly through the cut. Position material as shown in Figure O. All cuts should be made with the back of the molding against the fence and with the bottom of the molding against the table.

| I nside Corner| Outside Corner
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Left Side| Miter left 45°
Save left side of cut| Miter right 45°
Save left side of cut
Right Side| Miter right 45°
Save right side of
cut| Miter left 45°
Save right side of
cut

Bowed material (fig. S, S1)


When cutting bowed material always position it as shown in figure S1 and never like that shown in figure S. Positioning the material incorrectly will cause it to pinch the blade near the completion of the cut.

Cutting round material
Rounded material should be clamped or held firmly to the fence to keep It from rolling. This is extremely important when making angle cuts.

Cutting large material
Occasionally you will encounter a piece of wood a little too large to fit beneath the lower guard. To clear the guard over the wood, with the saw off and your right hand on the operating handle, place your right thumb outside of the upper portion of the guard and roll the guard up just enough to clear the wood, as shown in figure R. Release the guard prior to starting the motor. The guard mechanism will function properly during the cut. Only do this when necessary. NEVER TIE, TAPE, OR OTHERWISE HOLD THE GUARD OPEN WHEN OPERATING THIS SAW.
Warning! Always be sure that the tool is switched off and unplugged before adjusting or checking the tools function.

Troubleshooting

in.
Angle of cut inaccurate| Mitre table unlocked.| Use mitre table locking lever (see Adjusting the mitre angle section.
Too much sawdust under table.| Vacuum or blow out dust. Wear eye protection.
Cutting arm cannot fully raise, or blade guard cannot fully close| Parts Failure.| Contact service centre.
Pivot spring not replaced properly after service.| Contact service centre.
Sawdust build up.| Clean and lubricate moving parts.
Saw head locking pin not set properly.| Check, adjust, and properly set saw head locking pin.
Blade binds, jams or shakes| Saw blade damaged.| Replace blade.
Dull blade.| Replace or sharpen blade.
Improper blade.| Replace blade.
Warped blade.| Replace blade.
**** Saw vibrates or shakes| Saw blade damaged.| Replace blade.
Saw blade loosened.| Tighten arbor bolt.
Saw not properly fastened down.| Fasten saw to bench, stand or table.
Work piece not properly supported.| Properly support or clamp work piece.

Protecting the environment

 Separate collection. Products and batteries marked with this symbol must not be disposed of with normal household waste. Products and batteries contain materials that can be recovered or recycled reducing the demand for raw materials. Please recycle electrical products and batteries according to local provisions. Further information is available at www.2helpU.com

Technical data

| BES701 Type 1
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Voltage| V| 230
Speed| /min| 4800
Blade outer diameter| mm| 216
Bore diameter| mm| 30
Weight| kg| 12.1
Blade thickness| mm| 2.6
Blade max. kerf| mm| 2.8
Mitre (max. positions)| °| +/- 47
Bevel (max. positions)| °| 47
Max. cross-cut capacity at 90 °| mm| 220
Max mitre capacity at 45 °| mm| 155
Max. dept cut at 90 °| mm| 70
Max. dept cut at 45 °| mm| 40

Guarantee

Black & Decker is confident of the quality of its products and offers consumers a 24 month guarantee from the date of purchase. This guarantee is in addition to and in no way prejudices your statutory rights. The guarantee is valid within the territories of the Member States of the European Union with European Free Trade Area and the United Kingdom. To claim on the guarantee, the claim must be in accordance with Black & Decker Terms and Conditions and you will need to submit proof of purchase to the seller or an authorised repair agent. Terms and conditions of the Black & Decker 2 year guarantee and the location of your nearest authorised repair agent can be obtained on the Internet at www.2helpU.com, or by contacting your local Black & Decker office at the address indicated in this manual. Please visit our website www.blackanddecker.co.uk to register your new BLACK+DECKER product and receive updates on new products and special offers.

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