BLACK DECKER BES720 Table Saw Instruction Manual

BLACK DECKER BES720 Table Saw

Intended use

Your BLACK+DECKER BES720 table saw has been designed for the cutting and cross-cutting of all types of timber commensurate with the machine’s size. This tool is intended for consumer user only.

Safety instructions

General power tool safety warnings

** Warning! Read all safety warnings, instructions, illustrations and specifications provided with power tool. Failure to follow the warnings and 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 all of 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 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. 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 hair and clothing 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 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 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 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 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 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 table saws

1. Guarding related warnings
   a. Keep guards in place. Guards must be in working order and be properly mounted. A guard that is loose, damaged, or is not functioning correctly must be repaired or replaced.
   b. Always use saw blade guard and riving knife for every through-cutting operation. For through-cutting operations where the saw blade cuts completely through the thickness of the workworkpiece, the guard and other safety devices help reduce the risk of injury.
   c. Immediately reattach the guarding system after completing an operation (such as rebating, dadoing or resawing cuts) which requires removal of the guard and riving knife. The guard and riving knife help to reduce the risk of injury.
   d. Make sure the saw blade is not contacting the guard, riving knife or the workpiece before the switch is turned on. Inadvertent contact of these items with the saw blade could cause a hazardous condition.
   e. Adjust the riving knife as described in this instruction manual. Incorrect spacing, positioning and alignment can make the riving knife ineffective in reducing the likelihood of kickback.
   f. For the riving knife to work, they must be engaged in the workpiece. The riving knife is ineffective when cutting workpieces that are too short to be engaged with the riving knife. Under these conditions a kickback cannot be prevented by the riving knife.
   g. Use the appropriate saw blade for the riving knife. For the riving knife to function properly, the saw blade diameter must match the appropriate riving knife and the body of the saw blade must be thinner than the thickness of the riving knife and the cutting width of the saw blade must be wider than the thickness of the riving knife.

2. Cutting procedures warnings
   a. DANGER: Never place your fingers or hands in the vicinity or in line with the saw blade. A moment of inattention or a slip could direct your hand towards the saw blade and result in serious personal injury.
   b. Feed the workpiece into the saw blade only against the direction of rotation. Feeding the workpiece in the same direction that the saw blade is rotating above the table may result in the workpiece, and your hand, being pulled into the saw blade.
   c. Never use the mitre gauge to feed the workpiece when ripping and do not use the rip fence as a length stop when cross cutting with the mitre gauge. Guiding the workpiece with the rip fence and the mitre gauge at the same time increases the likelihood of saw blade binding and kickback.
   d. When ripping, always apply the workpiece feeding force between the fence and the saw blade. Use a push stick when the distance between the fence and the saw blade is less than 150 mm, and use a push block when this distance is less than 50 mm. “Work helping” devices will keep your hand at a safe distance from the saw blade.
   e. Use only the push stick provided by the manufacturer or constructed in accordance with the instructions. This push stick provides sufficient distance of the hand from the saw blade.
   f. Never use a damaged or cut push stick. A damaged push stick may break causing your hand to slip into the saw blade.
   g. Do not perform any operation “freehand”. Always use either the rip fence or the mitre gauge to position and guide the workpiece. “Freehand” means using your hands to support or guide the workpiece, in lieu of a rip fence or mitre gauge. Freehand sawing leads to misalignment, binding and kickback.
   h. Never reach around or over a rotating saw blade. Reaching for a workpiece may lead to accidental contact with the moving saw blade.
   i. Provide auxiliary workpiece support to the rear and/or sides of the saw table for long and/or wide workpieces to keep them level. A long and/or wide workpiece has a tendency to pivot on the table’s edge, causing loss of control, saw blade binding and kickback.
   j. Feed workpiece at an even pace. Do not bend or twist the workpiece. If jamming occurs, turn the tool off immediately, unplug the tool then clear the jam. Jamming the saw blade by the workpiece can cause kickback or stall the motor.
   k. Do not remove pieces of cut-off material while the saw is running. The material may become trapped between the fence or inside the saw blade guard and the saw blade pulling your fingers into the saw blade. Tum the saw off and wait until the saw blade stops before removing material.
   l. Use an auxiliary fence in contact with the table top when ripping workpieces less than 2 mm thick. A thin workpiece may wedge under the rip fence and create a kickback.

3. Kickback causes and related warnings
   Kickback is a sudden reaction of the workpiece due to a pinched, jammed saw blade or misaligned line of cut in the workpiece with respect to the saw blade or when a part of the workpiece binds between the saw blade and the rip fence or other fixed object.
   Most frequently during kickback, the workpiece is lifted from the table by the rear portion of the saw blade and is propelled towards the operator.
   Kickback is the result of saw misuse and/or incorrect operating procedures or conditions and can be avoided by taking proper precautions as given below.
   a. Never stand directly in line with the saw blade. Always position your body on the same side of the saw blade as the fence.
   Kickback may propel the workpiece at high velocity towards anyone standing in front and in line with the saw blade.
   b. Never reach over or in back of the saw blade to pull or to support the workpiece. Accidental contact with the saw blade may occur or kickback may drag your fingers into the saw blade.
   c. Never hold and press the workpiece that is being cut off against the rotating saw blade. Pressing the workpiece being cut off against the saw blade will create a binding condition and kickback.
   d. Align the fence to be parallel with the saw blade. A misaligned fence will pinch the workpiece against the saw blade and create kickback.
   e. Use extra caution when making a cut into blind areas of assembled workpieces. The protruding saw blade may cut objects that can cause kickback.
   f. Support large panels to minimise the risk of saw blade pinching and kickback. Large panels tend to sag under their own weight. Support(s) must be placed under all portions of the panel overhanging the table top.
   g. Use extra caution when cutting a workpiece that is twisted, knotted, warped or does not have a straight edge to guide it with a mitre gauge or along the fence. A warped, knotted, or twisted workpiece is unstable and causes misalignment of the kerf with the saw blade, binding and kickback.
   h. Never cut more than one workpiece, stacked vertically or horizontally. The saw blade could pick up one or more pieces and cause kickback. i. When restarting the saw with the saw blade in the workpiece, centre the saw blade in the kerf so that the saw teeth are not engaged in the material. If the saw blade binds, it may lift up the workpiece and cause kickback when the saw is restarted.
   i. Keep saw blades clean, sharp, and with sufficient set. Never use warped saw blades or saw blades with cracked or broken teeth. Sharp and properly set saw blades minimise binding, stalling and kickback.

4. Table saw operating procedure warnings
   a. Turn off the table saw and disconnect the power cord when removing the table insert, changing the saw blade or making adjustments to the riving knife or saw blade guard, and when the machine is left unattended. Precautionary measures will avoid accidents.
   b. Never leave the table saw running unattended. Turn it off and don’t leave the tool until it comes to a complete stop. An unattended running saw is an uncontrolled hazard.
   c. Locate the table saw in a well-lit and level area where you can maintain good footing and balance.
   It should be installed in an area that provides enough room to easily handle the size of your workpiece. Cramped, dark areas, and uneven slippery floors invite accidents.
   d. Frequently clean and remove sawdust from under the saw table and/or the dust collection device. Accumulated sawdust is combustible and may self- ignite.
   e. The table saw must be secured. A table saw that is not properly secured may move or tip over.
   f. Remove tools, wood scraps, etc. from the table before the table saw is turned on. Distraction or a potential jam can be dangerous.
   g. Always use saw blades with correct size and shape (diamond versus round) of arbour holes. Saw blades that do not match the mounting hardware of the saw will run off-centre, causing loss of control.
   h. Never use damaged or incorrect saw blade mounting means such as flanges, saw blade washers, bolts or nuts. These mounting means were specially designed for your saw, for safe operation and optimum performance.
   i. Never stand on the table saw, do not use it as a stepping stool. Serious injury could occur if the tool is tipped or if the cutting tool is accidentally contacted.
   j. Make sure that the saw blade is installed to rotate in the proper direction. Do not use grinding wheels, wire brushes, or abrasive wheels on a table saw. Improper saw blade installation or use of accessories not recommended may cause serious injury.

Additional safety instructions for table saws

• The intended use is described in this instruction manual. The use of any accessory or attachment or performance of any operation with this tool other than those recommended in this instruction manual may present a risk of personal injury and/or damage to property.
• Do not use cracked/bent/damaged/deformed saw blades.
• Do not use blades of larger or smaller diameter than recommended. For the proper blade rating refer to the technical data.

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 when practicable).

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• Always 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 from the cutting area when the machine is running and the saw head is not in the rest position.

• Make sure all locking knobs and handles are tight before starting any operation.

• 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.

• Never make the warning signs on the power tool unrecognisable.

• Never stand on the power tool. Serious injuries could occur when the power tool tips over or when coming in contact with the saw blade.

• Do not take hold of the saw blade after working before it has cooled. The saw blade becomes very hot while working.

• To avoid injury from materials being thrown, unplug the saw to avoid accidental starting, and then remove small materials.

• Make sure the riving knife is adjusted to the correct distance from the blade.
  Warning! Always check the Riving knife is locked in position and aligned with the blade before each use and after any maintenance.

• Before use and after any maintenance the blade guard must be checked to ensure proper function. This test must be performed with the saw switched off and unplugged. If the guard fails to operate correctly, have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair agent. Call BLACK+DECKER customer services for you nearest service agent.

• This table saw has been designed for sawing wood, plastic and nonferrous metal only. Do not use the saw to cut other materials than those recommended by the manufacturer.

• Do not take hold of the saw blade after working before it has cooled. The saw blade becomes very hot while working.

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.

Residual risks

The following risks are inherent to the use of saws: Even with the application of the relevant safety regulations and the implementation of safety devices, certain residual risks can not be avoided. These include:

• Injuries caused by touching any rotating/moving parts.
• Impairment of hearing. u Risk of accidents caused by the uncovered parts of the rotating saw blade. u Risk of injury when changing any parts, blades or accessories.
• Risk of squeezing fingers when opening the guards.
• Health hazards caused by breathing dust developed when sawing wood, especially oak, beech and MDF.
• Injuries caused by prolonged use of a tool. When using any tool for prolonged periods ensure you take regular breaks.

Noise
The declared noise emission values have been measured in accordance with a standard test method and may be used for comparing one tool with another.
The declared noise emission values may also be used in a preliminary assessment of exposure.
Warning! The noise emissions during actual use of the power tool can differ from the declared values depending on the ways in which the tool is used especially what kind of workpiece is processed.
Warning! Always wear proper personal hearing protection. Under some conditions and duration of use, noise from this product may contribute to hearing loss. Be aware of the following factors influencing exposure to noise:

• Use saw blades designed to reduce the emitted noise,
• Use only well sharpened saw blades, and
• Use specifically designed noise-reduction saw blades.

Labels on tool

The following pictograms along with the date code are shown on the tool:

| Warning! To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read the instruction manual.
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| Wear safety glasses or goggles
| Wear ear protection
| Wear a dust mask
| This product is not to be used by children under 16
| Keep hands away from blade
| Wear gloves when handling saw blades
| Do not expose the appliance to rain or high humidity.
| Disconnect the mains plug if the cord becomes damaged or entangled.
| Caution! Read the instruction manual for the correct adjustment and locking procedure for the Guard and Riving knife.
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Electrical safety

This tool is double insulated; therefore no earth wire is required. Always check that the power supply corresponds to the voltage on the rating plate.

• If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or an authorised Stanley FatMax Service Centre in order to avoid a hazard.

Voltage drops

Inrush currents cause short-time voltage drops. Under unfavourable power supply conditions, other equipment may be affected. If the system impedance of the power supply is lower than 0.361, disturbances are unlikely to occur.

Using an extension cable

Always use an approved extension cable suitable for the power input of this tool (see technical data). Before use, inspect the extension cable for signs of damage, wear and ageing. Replace the extension cable if damaged or defective. When using a cable reel, always unwind the cable completely. Use of an extension cable not suitable for the power input of the tool or which is damaged or defective may result in a risk of fire and electric shock.

Features

This tool includes some or all of the following features.

1. Saw table

2. Blade guard
   2a. Blade guard storage

3. Riving knife

4. Saw blade
   4a. Saw blade storage

5. Rip fence
   5a. Rip fence storage

6. Mitre gauge
   6a. Mitre gauge storage

7. Dust bag

8. On/off switch

9. Leg stand

10. Bevel adjustment locking knob

11. . Blade elevation handle

12. Leg stand locking knob

13. Blade tilting wheel

14. Locking handle for extension table

15. Locking handle for rip fence

16. Extension table

17. Spanner wrench X2

18. Guide rail

19. Push stick

20. Table insert

21. Overloaded protector

22. Leg stand level adjustor

23. Power cable

24. Power cable storage tabs

Assembly

• Open the box and lift the saw out. u Place the saw on a smooth, flat surface such as aworkbench or strong table.
• The machine is delivered  with the saw blade (4) set to 45 degrees. Reset to 0 degrees following the Setting the blade angle instructions below

Assembling the leg stand (Fig. A, B & C)

Note: The leg stands have been designed so they can only be assembled one way.

Ensure that the legs always slope outwards as shown on front cover and assembly drawing on page 2.

• Unscrew and remove all four leg stand locking knobs (12) as shown in figure A.
• Place the table saw upside down on a stable surface, and insert the leg stands (9) as shown in figure B. Ensure correct orientation.
• Replace the leg stand locking knobs (12) ensuring they pass through the holes on the leg stands (9) and tighten securely, as shown in figure B.
• The table saw comes with a leg stand level adjustor (22), this can be adjusted to compensate for irregular floors, as shown in figure C.

Riving knife set-up (Fig. D, E & F)

Warning! The riving knife (3) should be delivered in the correct position for through cutting. However, before first use and before connecting the machine to the power, make sure the riving knife is secure, in-line with the blade and the correct distance from the blade – see fig F. Only work with the machine if the riving knife (3) is in the upper position unless the saw is being used for slitting operations. THE GUARD MUST BE REMOVED FOR SLITTING OPERATIONS. IMMEDIATELY RAISE THE RIVING KNIFE AND REATTACH THE GUARD AFTER COMPLETING ANY OPERATION WHICH REQUIRES REMOVAL OF THE GUARD OR LOWERING OF THE RIVING KNIFE. Fitting the riving knife (3) in the upper position is as follows:

• Remove the securing screw (20a) on the table insert (20) and lift the table insert clear from the saw, as shown in figure D.
• Raise the saw blade and riving knife assembly by turning the blade elevation handle (11) clockwise, as shown in figure E.
• Loosen the locking handle (3a) and pull the riving knife (3) into the upper position, as shown in figure F.
• Return the locking handle (3a) to the locked position.

Warning! If the locking handle (3a) cannot be positioned in the lower quadrant locked position (Fig. F) the riving knife may not be correctly located. Reposition the riving knife and reset the locking handle in the lower quadrant position.
Warning! The Locking Handle (3A) Must Be In The Lower Quadrant, Below Horizontal Position – See Fig F , To Be Fully Locked. Check This Carefully.

Blade guard assembly (Fig. G)

Warning! The riving knife must be locked in the upper position before fitting the guard. The guard must not be fitted when the Riving knife is located and locked in the lower position.

• The blade guard (2) is supplied with a spring-loaded locking pin (2c) to locate and secure the guard to the riving knife (3). The guard must be fitted when making through cuts to reduce the risk of injury.
• Raise the saw blade and riving knife assembly by turning the blade elevation handle (11) anti-clockwise as shown in figure E.
• Locate the bar in the rear of the guard (2b) downwards and to the rear of the riving knife location (3b).
• Press the locking pin (2c) and lower the guard to align with the riving knife front location (3c)
• Release the locking pin and confirm the guard is secure on the riving knife.
• The operator should only be able to remove the guard from the riving knife by depressing the locking pin (2c) and then lifting the guard upwards.
• Gently tug the guard up from riving knife to ensure this is fully fitted.

Dust management

• Your saw is provided with a dust bag (7) which should be attached to the dust port on the rear of the unit (as shown on page 3) if a vacuum is not being used.
• If you wish to use a vacuum cleaner both the guard port and the rear port are suitable for 35mm nozzles. the vacuum cleaner must be suitable for the material being worked.
• When vacuuming dry dust that is especially detrimental to health or carcinogenic, use dust class M vacuum cleaner.
• Ensure that the dust extraction hose in use is suitable for the application and material being cut. Ensure proper hose management

Saw blade assembly/replacement (Fig. O)

Warning! Always check alignment of riving knife and functionality of guards after any maintenance.
Warning! Always check the Riving knife is locked in position and aligned with the blade before each use and after any maintenance. The guard must be fitted when making through cuts.
Warning! Ensure the machine is disconnected from the power source. Wear safety gloves. u Disassemble the saw blade guard (2).

• Remove the table insert (20).
• Loosen the saw blade nut by placing the spanner wrench (17) on the nut and countering with another spanner wrench (17) on the flange.

Warning! Turn the nut in the rotational direction of the saw blade.

• Remove the outer flange and take out the saw blade from the inner flange, with diagonal downward movement.
• Carefully clean the flange before fixing the new saw blade
• Insert the new saw blade and fasten the outer flange.

Warning! The teeth of a new blade are very sharp and can be dangerous. Make sure the teeth point down at the front of the table, aligned with the arrow marked on the saw blade guard (2).
Warning! Always check alignment of riving knife and functionality of guards after any maintenance.
Warning! Always check the Riving knife is locked in position and aligned with the blade before each use and after any maintenance. The guard must be fitted when making through cuts.

On/Off switch (8)

• To switch the machine on, lift the black paddle cover and press the green start button. u To switch the machine off, press the black paddle.

Cutting depth

Turn the blade elevation handle (11) to set the blade to the required cutting depth.

• Turn anti-clockwise; to increase the cutting depth.
• Turn Clockwise; to reduce the cutting depth.

After each new adjustment it is advisable to carry out a trial cut in order to check the set dimensions.
Note: The saw blade height is recommended about 3.2 mm above the top of the workpiece.

Rip fence assembly (Fig. H, & I)

• Fix the rip fence (5) at the back side and press the locking handle (15) downwards.
• When disassembly, pull the locking handle (15) up and remove the rip fence (5).
• The rip fence can be tightened with the rear knurled nut (5b).

Setting the cutting width (Fig. J)

The rip fence (5) is used for lengthwise cutting of material.

• Place the rip fence (5) on the guide rail (18) to the right or left of the saw blade.
• The scale on the guide rail (18) can be used to show the gap between fence rail and saw blade (4), only when the table is not in the extended position (Fig. L)
• Set the rip fence (5) to the required specification on the sight-glass and secure it with the locking handle for the rip fence (15).

Auxilliary stop (Fig. J1)

When sawing narrow workpieces and bevel angles, the auxilliary stop (5c) must be mounted to the rip fence (5) as shown in figure J1.

When sawing narrow workpieces they can become jammed between the rip fence and the saw blade, be caught by the rotation of the saw blade, and be thrown from the machine. Therefore adjust the auxilliary stop (5c) in such a manner that its guiding edge is located between the front saw blade tooth and the front end of the riving knife.

Using the mitre gauge (Fig. K)

• Push the miter gauge into a slot (1a) on the saw table (1).
• Loosen the locking handle (6a).
• Rotate the miter gauge (6b) until the required angle is set.
• The scale (6c) shows the set angle.
• Re-tighten the locking handle (6a).

Extension table (Fig. L)

The extension table (16) can be used for particularly wide workpieces.

• Loosen the locking handle (14) and pull out the table width extension to the required length.

Setting the blade angle (Fig. M)

Set the required bevel angle from 0 to 45 degree.

• Loosen the bevel adjustment locking knob (10).
• Push in the blade tilting wheel (13) and turn to the desired angle.
• Set up the desired angle then lock the knob (10) again.

Working instructions

After each new adjustment it is advisable to carry out a trial in order to check the set dimensions. After switching on the saw, wait for the blade to reach its maximum speed of rotation before commencing with the cut. Secure long workpiece against falling off at the end of the cut (e.g. with a roller stand etc.) Take extra care when starting the cut!

Making longitudinal cuts

Longitudinal cutting (also known as slitting) is when you use the saw to cut along the grain of the wood. Press one edge of the workpiece against the rip fence (5) with the flat side on the saw table (1). The blade guard (2) must always be lowered over the workpiece. When you make a longitudinal cut, never adopt a working position that is in line with cutting direction.

• Switch on the saw.
• Place your hands (with fingers closed) flat on the workpiece and push the workpiece along and into the blade (4).
• Guide at the side with your left or right hand (depending on the position) only as far as the front edge of the saw blade guard (2).
• Always push the workpiece through to the end of the riving knife (3) using the push stick (19) as shown in figure N.
• The offcut piece remains on the saw table (1).
• Secure long workpiece against falling off at the end of the cut ) with a roller stand etc.
  Warning! Always use the push stick (19) when ripping small workpieces.
  Do not cut excessively small workpieces.

Cross Cutting

u Lock the miter gauge (6) at 0 degree. u Set the bevel angle to 0 degree. u Adjust the saw blade (4) height. u Hold the workpiece flat on the table (1) and against the fence. Keep the workpiece away from the blade. u Keep both hands away from the path of the saw blade. u Switch the machine on and allow the saw blade to reach full speed. u Hold the workpiece tightly against the fence and slowly move the workpiece together with the fence assembly until the workpiece comes underneath the upper blade guard. u Allow the teeth to cut, and do not force the workpiece through the saw blade. The saw blade speed should be kept constant.

After completing the cut, switch the machine off, allow the saw blade to stop and remove the workpiece. Warning! Never push or hold the cut-off-side of the workpiece.

Blade jamming handling

• Ensure the machine is disconnected from the power source.
• Remove the workpiece. Be careful of your hands not touching the saw blade.
• Press the overloaded protector (21) and connect the plug again, the machine can resume working.

After use

• After use, wipe off chips and dust adhering to the tool with a cloth or the like.
• Lubricate the sliding portions with machine oil to prevent rust.

Protecting the environment

Separate collection. Products and batteries marked Z 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

| BES720 Type 1
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Voltage| V| 230
Frequency| Hz| 50
Power input| W| 1800
No-load speed| /min| 5200
Blade diameter| mm| 254
Blade body thickness| mm| 2.0
Allowed range of kerf width| mm| 2.8
Bore size| mm| 30
Riving knife thickness| mm| 2.5
Max. cutting depth at 45º| mm| 58
Max. cutting depth at 90º| mm| 80
Blade bevel range| | 0 – 45º
weight| kg| 27.56

Level of sound pressure according to EN 62841:

LpA (sound pressure) 95 dB(A), Uncertainty (K) 3 dB(A)

LWA (sound power) 108 dB(A), Uncertainty (K) 3 dB(A)

Declaration of Conformity

The Supply of Machinery (Safety) Regulations 2008

BES720 Table Saw
Black & Decker declares that these products described under “technical data” are in compliance with:
EN62841-1:2015, EN62841-3-9:2015+A11:2017,

These products also comply with with the following regulations;
The Supply of Machinery (Safety) Regulations 2008, S.I. 2008/1597 (as amended)
Electromagnetic Compatibility Regulations 2016, S.I. 20161091 (as amended)
The Restriction of the Use of Certain Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic Equipment Regulations 2012, S.I. 2012/3032 (as amended)

For more information, please contact Black & Decker at the following address or refer to the back of the manual.

The undersigned is responsible for compilation of the technical file and makes this declaration on behalf of Black & Decker.

Ed Higgins
Director – Consumer Power Tools
Black & Decker Europe, 270 Bath Road, Slough,
Berkshire, SL1 4DX
United Kingdom
21/05/2021

EC declaration of conformity

MACHINERY DIRECTIVE

BES720
%
Table Saw
Black & Decker declares that these products described under “technical data” are in compliance with:
EN62841-1:2015, EN62841-3-9:2015+A11:2017,
These products also comply with Directive
2006/42/EC, 2014/30/EU and 2011/65/EU.

For more information, please contact Black & Decker at the following address or refer to the back of the manual.

The undersigned is responsible for compilation of the technical file and makes this declaration on behalf of Black & Decker.

Patrick Diepenbach
General Manager, Benelux
Black and Decker,
Egide Walschaertsstraat 14-18
2800 Mechelen, Belgium
21/05/2021

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 and the European Free Trade Area.

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.eu to register your new Black & Decker product and receive updates on new products and special offers.

References

• 2helpU
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• BLACK + DECKER EUROPE
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