Gude GMK 355-2.2, GMT 355-2.2 Metal Cutting Chop Saw Instruction Manual

Gude GMK 355-2.2, GMT 355-2.2 Metal Cutting Chop Saw

Please read the instructions carefully before starting the machine.

DELIVERED ITEMS

Assembly

Starting-up the device

Operation

Maintenance

Transport / storage

Technical data

“Emission values and not necessarily safe work levels are concerned in respect of the given numerical values. Even though there is certain correlation between the noise emission level and noise exposure level, it is not a reliable basis to determine whether or not other preventive measures are necessary. Factors influencing the actual level of exposure of workers include work space characteristics, other noise sources, etc., i.e. number of machines and other processes taking place nearby and the time for which an operator is exposed to noise. Moreover, the permissible exposure level may be different in various countries. This information, however, is to enable the machine user to better judge the dangers and risks.”

Read and understand the operating instructions before using the appliance. Familiarize with the control elements and how to use the appliance properly. Abide by all the safety measures stated in the service manual. Act responsibly toward third parties.
The operator is responsible for accidents or risks to third parties.
Persons over 16 years of age can only work on the appliance. An exception includes youngsters trained in order to reach knowledge under supervision of the trainer during occupational education.
In case of any doubts about connection and operation refer please to our customer center

Specified Conditions Of Use
GMK 355-2.2: The metal chop saw is solely intended for the dry cutting of pipes, profiles, flat and round materials made of steel, aluminum and other non-ferrous metals using a metal circular saw blade.
WARNING! Do not use cutting discs.
GMT 355-2.2: The metal chop saw is solely intended for the dry cutting of pipes, profiles, flat and round materials made of ferrous metals and stainless steel using a metal circular saw blade.
WARNING! Do not use saw blades.
The shape of workpieces must be designed in a way to provide safe clamping in the machine vice and to prevent workpiece jump off during cutting.
Do not use this product in any other way as stated for normal use. Not observing general regulations in force and instructions from this manual does not make the manufacturer liable for damages.
Residual risks
Even when the device is used properly and all safety regulations are complied with, there still may be some residual risks.

• noise emissions
• dust emissions
• vibrations to hand and arms
• Danger of burns
• Tool and workpiece heat up during operation.
• Risk of injury
• Sharp tools and workpiece edges

Emergency procedure
Conduct a first-aid procedure adequate to the injury and summon qualified medical attendance as quickly as possible. Protect the injured person from further harm and calm them down. If you seek help, state the following pieces of information: 1. Accident site, 2. Accident type, 3. Number of injured persons, 4. Injury type(s)

Symbols

• WARNING/CAUTION!
• WARNING – Read the operating instructions to reduce the risk of injury.
• Wear eye protective goggles !Wear ear protectors!
• Wear a respirator!
• CE marking
• Any damaged or disposed electric or electronic devices must be delivered to appropriate collection centres.

General safety information

WARNING!

• When using electric tools the following general safety instructions must be obeyed to protect yourself from electric shocks, injury and fire risks.

• Read all these instructions before using this electric tool and keep the safety instruction in a safe place.

• Keep your work area clean and tidy. Untidy work-places and workbenches increase the risk of accidents and injuries.

• Do not expose the appliance to rain and do not use it in wet or moisture conditions.

• Provide adequate lighting or good lighting condi-tions when working with the machine.

• Do not work with electric tools in conditions with flammable liquids, gases or dust. Electric tools produ-ce sparks able to ignite dust or fumes.

• Protect yourself from electric shock.

• Avoid body contact with earthed objects (for example pipes, radiators, electric stoves and cooling units). There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is earthed.

• Keep children and bystanders away while ope-rating a power tool.  Do not touch the electric tool or the cable. When not concentrated, you may lose control over the machine.

• Ensure that you store electric tools in a safe place. Tools which are not in used must be stored in a dry place as high as possible out of the reach of children or in an inaccessible place.

• Do not overload the machine. Use appropriate electric tools for your work. Working with approp-riate electric tools is better and safer when within the specified power range. They will work better and more safely in the specified power range.

• Do not use low-power machines for heavy work.

• Do not use the electric tool for purposes for which it is not designed. For example, do not use a manual circular saw for cutting branches or logs.

• Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves away from moving parts.  We recommend that you wear non-slip shoes when working outdoors. Wear a hairnet if you have long hair.

• Use protective equipment which fit you. Wear safety goggles and ear protection at all times. A dust mask or respirator is also required. Wear tight-fitting gloves at all times when handling sharp blades and saw blades,

• If dust exhausters and catchers are to be installed, make sure they are fitted and used properly. Using a dust exhauster may reduce the exposure to dust.

• Do not use the cable in conflict with its designa-tion, to carry or hang electric tools or to pull the plug out of socket. Protect the cable against high temperatures, oil, sharp edges or moving parts of the machine. Damaged or entangled cables increase the risk of electric shock.
  Secure the workpiece. Use clamping equipment or a vice to secure the workpiece. This will be safer than holding it in your hand.

• The workpiece must always be clamped to the saw bench.

• Avoid any abnormal body posture. Provide good stability and keep balance at all times. By this, electric tools are better controlled in unexpected situations.

• Treat electric tools carefully. Check whether the moving parts work perfectly and do not drag, whether not broken or damaged to such an extent that functioning of electric tools could be affected. Have any damaged parts repaired before using the machine. Poor maintenance of electric tools is a cause of many injuries.

• Keep the cutting tools sharp and clean. Carefully treated cutting tools with sharp edges get stuck less often and are easier to guide.

• Follow the instructions for lubricating and chan-ging tools.

• Check the connection cable on the electric tool at regular intervals and have it replaced by an expert if it is damaged.

• Check the extension cables at regular intervals and replace them if they are damaged.

• Keep the handles dry, clean and free of oil and grease.

• Pull the plug out of the socket and/or remove the battery when the tool is not in use before you make machine settings or change accessories, such as the saw blade, drill bit or cutter. This safety measure prevents unintentional starting of the electric tool.

• Before starting any electric tool, remove any adjusting wrenches and screwdrivers. A tool or a wrench present in the rotating part of the machine may lead to injuries.

• Prevent the machine from unintentional starting. Before plugging and/or connecting the machine to battery, handling or carrying, make sure the electric tools are switched off. Having a finger on the switch when carrying the electric tool or when the machine is on when plugging it may lead to injuries.

• If you wish to work outdoors with an electric tool, only use extension cables which are approved for outdoor use and are marked accordingly.

• Using an extension cable suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock.

• Be careful, pay attention to what you are doing and use common sense when working with electric tools. Do not use electric tools when you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or pharmaceuticals. A moment if inattention when using electric tools may lead to serious injuries.

• Check the machine for any damage. Before using the equipment again, the protective equipment must carefully be checked if safe and working as designated.

• Check the moving parts for perfect functioning, if working smoothly and if no parts are damaged. To provide safe operation of the equipment, all parts must be installed properly and meet all conditions.

• Damaged protective equipment and parts must be professionally repaired or replaced by a recognized professional workshop, unless otherwise specified in the Operating Instructions.

• Damaged switches must be replaced in a customer service workshop.

• Do not use electric tools with a defective switch. An electric tool that cannot be switched on or off is dangerous and must be repaired.

• Have your electric tool repaired by an electrician. This electric tools complies with the relevant safety regulations. Repairs may only be carried out by an electrician using genuine spare parts; otherwise the user may suffer accidents.

• WARNING The use of other tools and other accessories may pose an injury risk for you.

Additional Safety and Working

Instructions

• Wear ear protectors. Exposure to noise can cause hearing loss.
• Use protective equipment. Always wear safety glasses when working with the machine. The use of protective clothing is recommended, such as dust mask, protective gloves, sturdy non-slip footwear, helmet and ear defenders.
• It is recommended to wear gloves, sturdy non slip-ping shoes and apron.
• Wear a hairnet if you have long hair.
• Keep bystanders a safe distance away from work area. Anyone entering the work area must wear personal protective equipment. Fragments of workpiece or of a broken accessory may fly away and cause injury beyond immediate area of operation.
• Before using the tool please read the instructions. If possible have the tool demonstrated.
• Ensure that the machine is always stable and secure (e.g. fixed to a bench) Before every sawing process, make sure that the machine is in a stable position.
• Keep the working area and floor around the machine clean and with no oil, grease and material residues!
• Do not use a damaged cut-off wheel. Before each use inspect the cut-off wheel for chips and cracks, tear or excess wear. Check cut-off wheels before use. The cut-off wheel must be properly mounted and turn freely. Perform a test run for at least 30 seconds without load. Do not use damaged, out of round or vibrating cut-off wheels.
• The outside diameter and the thickness of your accessory must be within the capacity rating of your power tool.
• Do not use saw blades not corresponding to the key data given in these instructions for use. Do not use saw blades which are damaged or deformed Only use saw blades which have been properly sharpened. It is essential to adhere to the maximum speed specified on the saw blade.
• Accessories running faster than their rated speed can break and fly apart.
• Do not use worn down wheels from larger power tools.
• Do not use accessories that require liquid coolants. Using water or other liquid coolants may result in electrocution or shock.
• Transport and store the tools in a suitable receptacle;
• Make sure to use only spacer discs and spindle rings that are suitable for the purpose specified by the manufacturer.
• Never use the mitre saw to cut materials other than those specified in the instruction manual. It is necessary to select a saw blade which is suitable for the material being cut.
• The saw may only be used when the protective equipment is functioning properly, in good condition and in the correct position. Only use the saw with guards in good working order and properly maintained, and in position. The protective cover should only open when the machine is lowered to the workpiece.
• It is strictly prohibited to disassemble, modify and purposely remove the protective equipment on the unit and fit other protective equipment instead.
• Refrain from removing any cut-offs or other parts of the workpiece from the cutting area whilst the machine is running and the saw head is not in the rest position. Never reach into the danger area of the machine when it is running.
• After switching off, the machine will not be idle immediately. (After-running of the cut-off wheel.) Allow the cut-off wheel to come to a stop after switching off.
• Any faults with the machine, including any related to the safeguard or the saw blades, must be reported to the persons in charge of safety as soon as the faults are discovered.
• In the event of a blockage, switch off the machine immediately. Pull out the mains plug and remove the jammed workpiece.
• If necessary, support long workpieces with suitable additional bases.
• The handle lock must always be engaged when transporting the mitre saw.
• Do not use protective equipment to transport or lift.

Mains Connection

Operation is only allowed with a safety switch against stray current (RCD max. stray current of 30mA).  Connect only to single-phase AC system voltage as indicated on the rating plate. It is also possible to connect to sockets without an earthing contact as the design conforms to safety class II.
Only plug-in when machine is switched off.
EN 61000-3-11: Inrush currents cause short-time voltage drops. Under unfavorable power supply conditions, other equipment may be affected. If the system impedance of the power supply is lower than 0,2 Ohm, disturbances are unlikely to occur.

Maintenance

Unplug the machine before any work on it.

• Carry out a visual inspection before switching the appliance on.
• The appliance must not be used if damaged or safety equipment is defective. Replace any worn-out and damaged parts.
• Caution! If the power cord of the appliance gets damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or its customer service or a similarly qualified person to avoid danger.
• Repairs and works specified in these Instructions may only be performed by qualified authorized staff.
• Use only original accessories and original spare parts.
• Be sure to disconnect the tool from the power supply before attaching or removing the saw blade.
• Replace the table insert when worn
• The motor’s fan will draw the dust inside the housing and excessive accumulation of powdered metal may cause electrical hazards.
• Keep the device, in particular the air vents, clean at all times. Never spray water on the device body!
• Use a soft brush.
• Do not clean the plastics with solvents, flammable or toxic fluids. For cleaning, use a damp cloth only.
• Apply environment-friendly oil to all moving parts.
• Only a regularly maintained and treated appliance can serve as a satisfactory aid. Insufficient maintenance and care can lead to unforeseen accidents and injuries.
• If necessary, a list of spare parts can be found at www.guede.com.

Guarantee

Warranty period of 12 months applies to commercial use and 24 months applies to private use and commences on the day of purchase of the device.
The guarantee solely covers inadequacies caused by material defect or manufacturing defect. Original payment voucher with the sales date needs to be submitted for any claim in the guarantee period.
The guarantee does not cover any unauthorized use such as appliance overloading, use of violence, damage as a result of any unauthorized interference or caused by foreign items. Failing to follow the operating and assembly instructions and common wear are also not included in the guarantee.

Important information for the customer
Please be sure to know that returning the product in or after the warranty period must be made in the original packaging.

Service

Do you have any technical questions? Any claim? Do you need any spare parts or operating instructions? We will quickly help you and without needles bureau- cracy at our web pages at www.guede.com in the Servicing part. Please help us be able to help you. In order to identify your device in case of claim we need the serial No., product No. and year of production. All this data can be found on the type label.

• Tel.: +49 (0) 79 04 / 700-360
• Fax: +49 (0) 79 04 / 700-51999
• E-Mail: support@ts.guede.com

Inspection and maintenance plan

Failure removal

Before you correct the fault in the device, switch the device off and disconnect the power plug.

After each fault elimination, put all safety equipment back into operation again and check!!!

References

• Güde | Maschinen & Werkzeuge für den Hand- & Heimwerker
• Güde | Maschinen & Werkzeuge für den Hand- & Heimwerker

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