MEEC TOOLS 017408 230V Circular Saw Instruction Manual

MEEC TOOLS 017408 230V Circular Saw

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING!
Read all warnings, safety instructions and other instructions carefully before use. Failure to follow all the instructions and safety instructions can result in the risk of electric shock, fire and/or serious personal injury.

WORKAREA

• Keep the work area clean and well lit. Dark and cluttered work areas increase the risk of accidents and injuries.

• Do not use power tools in explosive environments, such as in the vicinity of flammable liquids, gases or dust. Power tools produce sparks that can ignite dust and fumes.

• Keep children and onlookers at a safe distance when using power tools. You can easily lose control of the tool if you are distracted.
  ELECTRICAL SAFETY

• The plug on the power tool must match the power point. Never modify the plug in any way. Never use an adapter with earthed power tools. Unmodified plugs and matching outlets reduce the risk of electric shock.

• Avoid body contact with earthed surfaces such as pipes, radiators, cookers and refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is earthed.

• Do not expose power tools to rain or moisture. There is a greater risk of electric shock if water gets into a power tool.

• Be careful with the power cord. Never use the power cord to carry or pull the tool, or to pull out the plug from the power point. Keep the power cord away from heat oil sharp edges and moving parts. Damged or tangled power cords increase the risk of electric shock.

• If the tool is used outdoors, only use an extension cord approved for outdoor use. Cords intended for outdoor use reduce the risk of electric shock.

• If it is absolutely necessary to use power tools in damp conditions, use a power point protected by a residual current device RDC. Using an RCD reduces the risk of electric shock.
  PERSONAL SAFETY

• Stay alert. Pay attention to what you are doing, and use your common sense when working with power tools. Never use power tools if you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment of inattention

• when using a power tool can result in serious personal injury.

• Use personal safety equipment.

• Wear safety glasses.

• Depending on the type of tool and how it is used, safety equipment such as dust masks, non-slip safety shoes, safety helmets and ear protection reduce the risk of personal injury.

• Never saw in asbestos.

• Dust from oak, ash and other types of wood can be carcinogenic. Use a dust mask and ensure there is adequate ventilation.

• Avoid accidental starting. Check that the power switch is in the OFF position before plugging in the power cord and/or the battery, or lifting/carrying the tool. Carrying a power tool with your finger on the switch or connecting a tool to the mains supply when the switch is in the ON position, increases the risk of accidents and injuries.

• Remove Allen keys/spanners etc. before starting the tool.

• Spanners or the like that are left in a rotating part of the tool can cause personal injury.

• Do not overreach. Always maintain a firm footing and good balance.

• This will ensure you have better control over the tool in unexpected situations.

• Wear suitable clothing. Do not wear loose-fitting clothing or jewellery. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves away from moving parts. Loose-fitting clothing, Jewellery and long hair can get caught in moving parts.

• If dust extraction and dust collection equipment is available, this should be connected and used correctly. The use of such devices can reduce the risk of dust-related problems.

USING AND LOOKING AFTER POWER TOOLS

• Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power tool for the planned work. The tool does the job better and safer when used at the rate for which it was designed.
• Do not use the tool if it cannot be switched on and off with the power switch. Power tools that cannot be controlled with the power switch are dangerous and must be repaired.
• Unplug the power cord before making any adjustments, changing accessories or putting the power tool away. These safety precautions reduce the risk of accidently starting the power tool.
• Store power tools out of the reach of children when not in use. Never allow children, or anyone who is unfamiliar with the power tool and these instructions, to use the tool. Power tools are dangerous if used by inexperienced persons.
• Keep the power tool properly maintained. Check that moving parts are properly adjusted and do not jam, and that no parts are incorrectly fitted or damaged. Check for other factors that could affect functionality. If the power tool is damaged, it must be repaired before being used again. Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained power tools.
• Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to jam and are easier to control.
• Use the power tool, accessories and bits etc., in accordance with these instructions, taking into account the actual working conditions and the work that is to be done. It can be dangerous to use power tools for purposes other than those they are intended to be used for.

SERVICE
The power tool must only be serviced by qualified personnel using identical spare parts. This will ensure that the power tool remains safe to use.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR CIRCULAR SAW

• Never use grinding discs.
• Keep your hands away from the cutting area and blade. If you hold the tool with both hands, they cannot come into contact with blade.
• Do not put your hand under the workpiece. The guard does not protect you from the blade under the workpiece.
• Adjust the cutting depth to the thickness of the workpiece. Slightly less than one full tooth on the blade should be visible below the workpiece.
• Never hold the workpiece in your hands or across your legs. Secure the workpiece on a stable surface. It is important to support the workpiece properly so that body contact is minimised, the blade does not jam, and you do not lose control.
• Hold the power tool by the insulated grips when working in areas where it may come into contact with concealed electrical cables or its own power cord. Contact with a live cable will cause the metal parts on the tool to also become live – risk of electric shock.
• Always use a fence or guide to obtain a straight cut when sawing. This makes the cut more precise and reduces the risk of the blade jamming.
• Always use blades with the correct size and shape of centre hole (rhomboidal or round). Blades that do not fit properly on the tool will run eccentrically, which will reduce performance.
• Never use damaged or incorrect washers or screws for the blade. Blade washers and screws are specially designed for the tool to ensure optimum functionality and maximum safety.

Risk of kickback

• * Sudden kickback can occur when the saw blade gets stuck, jams or is incorrectly adjusted, whereby the saw kicks back up from the workpiece towards the user.

  • If the blade jams, or gets caught in a cut that is squeezed together, it will lock and the power of the motor can cause the saw to kick back towards the user.
  • If the blade is twisted, or comes out of alignment in the cut, the teeth on the back edge of the blade can cut into the surface of the workpiece, so that the blade jerks out of the cut and kicks back towards the user.
  • Kickback occurs during incorrect use of the tool and/or incorrect working methods or conditions, but can be prevented by taking the following measures.

• Hold the tool firmly with both hands and hold your arms in a position that prevents kickback. Stand to the side of the blade, not in line with it. Kickback can cause the tool to jerk backwards, but the user can control this by taking the appropriate measures.

• If the blade jams, or the sawing action is interrupted for any reason, release the power switch and hold the saw still in the material until the blade has completely stopped. Never attempt to remove the saw from the workpiece, or

• pull the saw back, while the blade is still moving -otherwise kickback can occur. Check and rectify the reason why the blade has jammed.

• When restarting the tool in the workpiece, centre the blade in the kerf and check that the teeth are not gripping the material. If the blade jams it can slip or kick back from the workpiece when the saw is started again.

• Support large boards to minimise the risk of kickback or the blade jamming. Large boards often sag under their own weight.

• Supports must be placed under the board on both sides, close to the cutting line and close to the edge of the board.

• Do not use blunt or damaged blades. Poorly sharpened or incorrectly adjusted blades produce narrow saw cuts, which generate excessive friction and cause the blade to jam or kick back.

• The locking devices for the depth and angle of the blade must be tightened and secured before you start sawing. If the adjustment of the blade changes during the sawing there is a risk of the blade jamming or kicking back.

• Take extra care when plunge cutting in walls or other similar areas where you cannot see what lies behind.

• The protruding blade may strike objects that can cause kickback.
  BOTTOM HINGED GUARD

• Check that the bottom guard is closed before using the machine. Do not use the saw if the guard does not move freely and immediately closes around the blade. Never lock or block the guard in the open position. If you accidently drop the saw this could bend the guard. Lift up the bottom guard with the handle and check that it moves freely in all sawing depths and angles, and does not touch the blade or any other part.

• Check that the spring on the bottom guard works. If the guard and the spring do not function correctly they must be repaired before use. The bottom guard can get stiff as a result of damaged parts, tacky deposits or the accumulation of debris.

• The bottom guard must only be moved back manually for special applications, e.g. plunge sawing and combination sawing. Lift up the bottom guard by moving back the handle.

• The bottom guard must be released as soon as the blade comes into contact with the workpiece. The bottom guard will function automatically for all other types of sawing.

• Always check that the bottom guard covers the blade before placing the saw on the bench or floor. An unprotected and freely rotating blade can cause the saw to move backwards, and cut everything in its path. Remember that the blade continues to rotate for a few seconds after releasing the power switch.

GUARD

• Always check that the guard is closed before using the tool. Do not use the saw if the guard does not move freely and immediately closes around the blade. Never fasten or lock the guard in the open position. If you accidently drop the saw this could bend the guard. Check in all cutting depths and angles that the guard moves freely and does not touch the blade or any other part.
• Check that the guard’s return spring works and is in good condition. If the guard and the spring do not function correctly they must be repaired before use. The bottom guard can get stiff as a result of damaged parts, tacky deposits or the accumulation of debris.
• Check that the base plate cannot move during plunge sawing when blade is at an angle of less than 90°. If the blade moves sideways it can get stuck and cause kickback.
• Always check that the guard covers the blade before placing the saw on the bench or floor. An unprotected and freely rotating blade can cause the saw to move backwards, and cut everything in its path. Bear in mind that it takes a while for the blade to stop after you have released the power switch.

SYMBOLS
The following symbols provide guidance for how to use your power tool. Make sure you understand the symbols and their significance.

TECHNICAL DATA

Always wear ear protection.
The declared vibration value, which has been measured by a standardized test method, can be used to compare different tools with each other and for a preliminary assessment of exposure. The measurement values have been determined in accordance with EN 62841-2-5:2014.

WARNING!
The actual vibration and noise level when using power tools may differ from the specified maximum value, depending on how the tool is used and what kind of workpiece is processed. It is therefore necessary to determine which safety precautions are required to protect the user, based on an estimate of exposure in actual operating conditions (taking into account all stages of the work cycle, e.g. the time when the tool is switched off and when it is idling, in addition to the start-up time).  .

DESCRIPTION

1. Lever for bottom guard
2. Dust extraction port
3. Blade
4. Support handle
5. Carbon brush cap
6. Angle scale
7. Knob to adjust angle
8. Knob for parallel fence
9. Base plate
10. Parallel fence
11. Outer flange
12. Blade clamping screw
13. Bottom guard
14. Spindle lock button
15. Power switch
16. Lock button
17. Handle
18. Depth stop
19. Locking lever to adjust depth FICi. 1

ASSEMBLY

IMPORTANT:
Switch off the tool, pull out the plug, and wait until all moving parts have completely stopped before adjusting, maintenance and/ or replacing accessories.

CHANGING THE BLADE

WARNING!
Never use grinding discs. FICi. 2

1. Place the tool on its side on a level surface. It is easier if the base place is moved down to the minimum sawing depth position.
2. Press the spindle button against the motor casing.
3. Turn the clamping screw counterclockwise with the supplied hex key.
4. Remove the blade clamping screw on the outer flange.
5. Lift the bottom guard with the lever and remove the blade.
6. Clean the blade flanges and fit the new blade on the spindle against the inner flange.
7. Check that the saw teeth and the arrow on the blade are pointing in the same direction as the arrow on the bottom guard.
8. Replace the outer flange and tighten the blade clamping screw.
9. Turn the blade by hand to check that it rotates freely.

DEPTH ADJUSTMENT

1. Release the locking lever to adjust the depth (19).
2. Hold the base plate pressed against the edge of the workpiece and lift the saw until the blade is at the required height and the marking is correctly aligned to the depth adjustment scale (18).
3. Tighten the locking lever for the depth adjustment. FICi. 3

ANGLE ADJUSTMENT

1. Release the knob to adjust the angle (7).
2. Adjust the base plate to the required angle, from o to 45° (see angle scale (6)).
3. Tighten the knob lock the angle. FICi. 4

STARTING/STOPPING

IMPORTANT:
Check that the blade is correctly fitted and rotates freely, and that the blade clamping screw is properly tightened, before pressing the power switch.

1. Plug in the plug.
2. Start the tool by pressing in the lock button (16) and then pressing the power switch (15).
3. Stop the tool by releasing the power switch (15). FIG. 5

PARALLEL SAWING

1. Release the knob for the parallel fence (8).
2. Move the parallel fence (10) in the slot in the base plate to the required width.
3. Tighten the knob lock the parallel fence.
4. Check that the parallel fence rests against the workpiece along its entire length, to ensure that the sawing is parallel all the way.  FIG. 6 

REPLACING THE CARBON BRUSHES

WARNING!
Pull out the plug before removing covers or guards.

IMPORTANT:
The carbon brushes must always be replaced in pairs.
The tool has a function that stops the motor automatically when the carbon brushes have been worn down to a certain level. Have the carbon brushes checked and if necessary replaced by qualified personnel if there is a lot of sparking. Replace the carbon brushes with new ones of the same type. FIG. 7

1. Release the carbon brush cap (5) with a screwdriver.
2. Open the cap and take out the carbon brushes.
3. Replace both carbon brushes if they are worn down to 6 mm or less.
4. Insert the new carbon brushes and replace the cap (5).

USE

GENERAL SAWING INSTRUCTIONS
Hold the saw handle with one hand and the support handle (4) with the other when starting the tool. Never force the tool, apply a firm but light pressure. Allow the tool to come to a complete stop after sawing. To resume sawing allow the blade to reach full power before slowing moving it forward in the cut.

NOTE:
When cross-cutting the fibres in wood have a tendency to lift up and split. Move the saw slowly to minimize this.

PLUNGE SAWING

WARNING!
Switch off the tool, pull out the plug, and wait until all moving parts have completely stopped before adjusting.

1. Lift up the bottom guard with the lever and adjust to the required sawing depth.
2. Start the tool and allow the saw blade to reach full power just above the surface of the workpiece. Support the tip of the base plate against the workpiece and slowly sink the blade until it goes down into the workpiece. Release the bottom guard when the blade starts to cut. When the base plate rests flush against the surface of the workpiece move the tool in the required direction towards the end of the cut. Allow the blade to come to a complete stop before lifting it up from the cut. Never pull the blade backward, this can cause the blade to climb up the cut and kick back. Turn the saw round instead and finish the cut by moving the saw forwards. If necessary, finish the cut in a corner with a handsaw or pad saw.

SAWING LARGE BOARDS

1. Large boards must be put on blocks so that they do not sag or bend under their own weight, otherwise the saw blade will jam and cause kickback.
2. Support the workpiece near to the cut. Adjust the sawing depth so that the blade does not go into the support. Boards can be supported with suitable planks before sawing. If the workpiece is too large for the table it can be supported with planks on the floor.

MAINTENANCE

WARNING!
Switch off the tool, pull out the plug and wait until all moving parts have completely stopped before cleaning and/or maintenance.

SERVICE AND REPAIRS

• Have the carbon brushes checked and if necessary replaced by qualified personnel if there is a lot of sparking.
• When the saw blade becomes blunt it will need more force to push forward. Have the blade sharpened when this happens.
• A damaged cord or plug must be replaced by an authorised service centre or qualified person to ensure safe use. .

CLEANING

IMPORTANT:
Always keep the tool clean.

• The tool can be cleaned effectively with compressed air. Always wear safety glasses while working with compressed air. If compressed air is not available, brush off sawdust with a brush.

• Keep the ventilation openings on the motor and switches clean and free from foreign objects. Do not attempt to clean by inserting pointed object through the openings on the tool.

• Clean the casing with a damp cloth, without solvent, and wipe dry.

• Do not expose the tool to water or any other liquid.
  IMPORTANT:

• Do not use strong detergents or solvents, they can damage the plastic parts on the tool.

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