metabo CS 23-355 Chop Saw Instruction Manual

June 3, 2024
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metabo CS 23-355 Chop Saw Instruction Manual
metabo CS 23-355 Chop Saw

Instructions

| CS 23-355
*1) Serial Number: 02335..
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U| V| 230| 110| 240
I| A| 10,5| 15| 10
P 1| W| 2300| 1600| 2300
P 2| W| 1560| 1050| 1560
n 0| min-1 (rpm)| 4000| 4100| 4000
D max x B x d| mm (in)| 355 x 3 x 25,4 (14 x 3/32 x 1)
H max| mm (in)| l| 65 (2 1/2)
¡| 125 (5)| 117 (4 5/8)

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| 115 x 130 (4 1/2 x 5 1/8 )| 100 x 150

(3 15/16 x 5 7/8 )

L max| mm (in)| 238 (9 3/8 )
m| kg (lbs)| 16,9 (37)
a hw /K hw| m/s2| 3,4 / 1,5
L pA /K pA| dB(A)| 91 / 3
L WA /K WA| dB(A)| 104 / 3

2006/42/EC, 2004/108/EC, 2011/65/EU (->19.04.2016), 2014/30/EU (20.04.2016->)
EN 61029-1: 2009, EN 61029-2-10:2010/A11: 2013

2015-07-07, Volker Siegle
Direktor Produktentstehung & Qualität (Vice President Product Engineering & Quality)
Metabowerke GmbH – Metabo-Allee 1 – 72622 Nuertingen, Germany

Instructions

Conformity Declaration

We declare under our sole responsibility: These metal chop saws, identified by type and serial number 1), comply with all relevant requirements of the directives 2) and standards *3).

Specified Use

When fitted with original Metabo cutting discs, the metal cutter is appropriate for dry cutting of steel, non-ferrous metals, iron and cast moulds, and similar materials.

The user bears sole responsibility for damage caused by improper use.

Generally accepted accident prevention regulations and the enclosed safety information must be observed.

General Safety Instructions

For your own protection and for the protection of your power tool, pay attention to all parts of the text that are marked with this symbol!

WARNING – Reading the operating instructions will reduce the risk of injury.

WARNING Read all safety warnings and instructions. Failure to follow all safety warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.
Keep all safety instructions and information for future reference.
Pass on your power tool only together with these documents.

Special Safety Instructions

Always wear eye goggles and hearing protection. Put on other protective gear if necessary, such as dust masks, gloves, helmet and apron. When judging if face or dust masks are necessary, take into consideration whether the workpiece to be machined or its coating are potentially harmful to health. Put on protective clothing in case of doubt.

Wear ear protectors when working for long periods of time. High noise levels over a prolonged period of time may affect your hearing.

Do not work with magnesium.

Do not use power tools in a damp or wet environment.

Do not use the machine in environments where there is the risk of explosion, in which sparks can cause fire, explosions or the like.

Do not use saw blades.

Tip for accident prevention: the grinding machine must always be fastened to a workbench with appropriately long and sturdy screws.
Danger of crushing! Do not reach into the area of the joint when lowering the lever!
Never operate the machine without a protective hood (7).

Always tilt protective hood (7) all the way down.

Be sure that the movable protective hood (7) is not jammed. It must be able to move.
Check the power tool for potential damage.
Before continuing to use the power tool, protective mechanisms or lightly damaged parts must be carefully inspected for correct operation.
Damaged protective mechanisms and parts must be repaired or replaced by an approved specialist workshop, as long as nothing else is specified in the instruction manual.
Machine malfunctions, incl. protective hoods or cutting discs, must immediately be reported when they occur. The malfunction must be properly remedied.
Regularly check the connection lead of the power tool and have it repaired by an approved expert, should it be damaged.
Regularly check extension cables and replace them, should they be damaged.
Use only three-conductor cables.
Keep the handles dry, clean and free of oil and grease.
Do not use a low-power machine for demanding jobs.
Adhere to the instructions for lubrication and tool replacement.
Store the machine in a dry, high or secured place, outside the reach of children.

When working in dusty conditions, ensure that ventilation openings are not blocked. Should it be necessary to remove the dust, first disconnect the power tool from the mains.
In case of extreme dust deposits, the machine cleaning cycles must be shortened and/or a residual-current-operated circuit-breaker (RCCB) must be connected upstream.

When the machine is shut down via the RCCB circuit-breaker, it must be checked and cleaned.

Use only cutting discs recommended by the manufacturer that comply with the specifications of the respective safety standards for grinding materials, e.g. EN 12413.
Caution! The use of other tools and accessories can result in a risk of injury.

Cutting discs must be stored in accordance with manufacturer specifications and handled carefully.
Store the cutting disc in a dry place. With cutting discs for dry cuts, the strength may be reduced by moisture or water.
Handle the cutting disc with caution. Protect the cutting disc from jolts or impacts.
Always use equipment that fulfils the following minimum requirements:
Only cutting discs with resinoid bonding and fibre reinforcement can be used. The maximum rotations per minute (rpm) of the cutting disc must not be lower than the machine idling speed.
Adhere to the maximum cutting disc diameter (see technical data).
Use no cutting discs that are thicker than 3 mm (3/ 32″).
The borehole of the cutting disc must fit the toolholder without any clearance. Do not use adapters or reducers.
Observe the specifications of the tool or accessory manufacturer!
Adhere to the cutting disc instruction manual.
Be particularly cautious with the parts that are connected to the cutting disc. Take care not to damage the spindle, flange or screw. Damage to these parts can cause the cutting disc to break.
Inspect the cutting disc before use. Do not use chipped, cracked, brittle, noncircular, vibrating, or otherwise damaged cutting discs.
It must be ensured that mounted cutting discs are installed in accordance with the manufacturer specifications.

Before use, make sure the cutting discs are correctly fixed and fastened, and operate the machine in idling mode for 30 s. Immediately switch off the machine if strong vibrations or other malfunctions occur. Should they occur, inspect the machine to find the cause.

When the cutting disc is used up to the wear limit (1/ 3 of the outer diameter), replace the cutting disc.
Pull the plug out of the plug socket before any adjustments or servicing are performed.
The cutting disc continues to rotate after the machine has been switched off.
Engage the spindle locking knob (8) only when the motor is inoperative.

Do not touch the rotating cutting disc.
Danger of injury.

When the cutting disc vibrates too strongly in idling mode, it can lead to breakage. In case of irregularities during use, immediately switch off the machine and have it repaired.
Secure the workpiece. Use the vice to secure the workpiece.
Do not try to saw extremely small workpieces.

During machining, the workpiece must be firmly supported and secured against moving.
Long workpieces must be sufficiently supported.
Begin cutting only after having reached the max. rpm.
Use only the cutting edge of the cutting disc to cut.
Do not use the lateral surface of the cutting disc for grinding jobs.
When working on workpieces with curves or inclined surfaces, make sure that no lateral pressure is applied to the cutting disc.
Ensure that sparks produced during work do not constitute a risk to the user or other personnel and are not able to ignite inflammable substances.
Endangered areas must be protected with flameresistant covers.
Make sure that fire-risk areas are always provided with suitable fire extinguishers.
The workpiece can be very hot after having been machined. Caution, risk of burning!

Reduce dust exposure:

Some dust created by using this power tool may contain chemicals known to cause cancer, allergic reaction, respiratory disease, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some examples of these chemicals are: Lead from leadbased paints, crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products, Arsenic and chromium from chemically-treated lumber, hard wood like oak or beech, Metals, Asbestos.
The risk from these exposures depends on how long you or bystanders are being exposed.
Do not let particles enter the body.
To reduce your exposure to these chemicals: work in a well ventilated area, and work with approved safety equipment, such as dust masks that are specially designed to filter out microscopic particles.

Observe the relevant guidelines for your material, staff, application and place of application (e.g. occupational health and safety regulations, disposal).
Collect the generated particles at the source, avoid deposits in the surrounding area.
Use suitable accessories for special work (see chapter 10.), thus less particles enter the environment in an uncontrolled manner.
Use a suitable extraction unit.

Reduce dust exposure with the following measures:

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

Overview

  1. Wrench depot
  2. Wrench for replacing cutting discs and adjustment work
  3. Cutting depth limiter
  4. Transportation lock
  5. Lever
  6. Cutting disc *
  7. Safety cover
  8. Spindle locking knob
  9. Trigger switch
  10. Blocking device
  11. Spark deflector plate
  12. Vice
  13. Lever for quick adjustment
  14. Crank
  15. Stopper
  16. Screws (for setting cutting angle and maximum clamping width)
    not in scope of delivery

Commissioning

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

Always install an RCD with a max. trip current of 30 mA upstream.

The machine can be supplied only with the mains voltage and frequency specified on the type plate.
When, for example, a 120 V machine is supplied with 230 V of mains voltage, the cutting discs and the machine can be damaged by surpassing the max. rpm.

All screws must be screwed tight. Screw the screw tight with the provided wrench to fasten the cutting disc and check if all other screws are also screwed tight.

Spark deflector plate (11):
Before commissioning the spark deflector plate, tilt it to the mark.

Use

Setting cutting depth

For presetting the desired cutting depth, e.g. for several cuts with the same cutting depth.

Setting the cutting depth limiter (3):

  • Free the lock nut.
  • Set the hexagon screw for the desired cutting depth.
  • Retighten the lock nut.

Vice

Clamp the workpiece tightly into the vice (12).

Setting the cutting angle:

  • Loosen the two screws (16) on the stopper (15).
  • Set the desired cutting angle.
  • Retighten the two screws (16).

Configuring the maximum clamping width:

The stopper can be set for 3 positions.

  • Additionally, remove the two screws (16).
  • Shift the stopper (15) to the rear / middle / forward position.
  • Fasten the stopper (15) again with the two screws (16).

Clamp the workpiece:

  • For quick adjustment, turn the lever (13) up and push the crank (14) in the direction of the workpiece.
  • Push the lever (13) down and clamp the workpiece tight by turning the crank (14) clockwise.

Cutting through a workpiece

Danger of crushing! Do not reach into the area of the joint when lowering the lever!

  • Do not begin cutting until the machine has reached its maximum rpm.
  • Slowly lower the cutting disc onto the workpiece and conduct the cut with little contact pressure.
  • After finishing the job, put the lever into the starting position.
  • After a complete cut, switch off the machine, allow the motor to come to a complete standstill and only then prepare the next cutting job. The removal or insertion of workpieces while the cutting disc is rotating can lead to injury.
  • Do not work with too much contact pressure, since the cutting disc can otherwise quickly become worn out, or the machine or workpiece can be damaged.

Switching on and off

Switching on: Press and hold blocking device (10), actuate switch (9).
Switching off: Release the trigger (9).

Transport

For transport, turn the lever (5) all the way down and stop by actuating the transportation lock (4).
Note: To lock the lever, it is necessary to turn the cutting depth limiter (3) to a lower position.

Maintenance

Disconnect the mains plug before starting any conversion or maintenance work!
Engage the spindle locking knob (8) only when the motor is inoperative.

Maintenance

Removing the cutting disc:

  • Press lever for spindle locking knob (8) to the right and turn the cutting disc by hand until the spindle locking knob is felt to engage.
  • Use the wrench (c) to remove the screw with clamping flange (b) anti-clockwise.
  • Remove cutting disc.

Fitting the cutting disc:

  • Put on new cutting disc (a).
  •  Fit the screw with clamping flange (b).
  • Use wrench (c) to lock spindle and tighten screw with clamping flange (b).
  • Check whether the spindle locking knob (8) is completely disengaged again.
  • Clean the dirty machine and remove the grinding dust.

Regular maintenance:
Oil the following parts at least once a month: movable parts of the vice.

Troubleshooting

Switching on procedures produce brief reductions in voltage. Unfavourable power conditions can be detrimental to other devices. Power impedances smaller than 0.2 ohm should not cause any malfunction.

Accessories

Use only genuine Metabo accessories.
If you need any accessories, check with your dealer.

For dealers to select the correct accessory, they need to know the exact model designation of your power tool.

A Cutting discs: Quality class A 36-R “Flexiamant Super” inox.
Special cutting disc of medium hardness for stainless steel.
High cutting performance with long lifetime.
B Cutting discs: Quality class A 30-R / A 36-S “Flexiamant Super” steel.
Good cutting performance in steel, with good lifetime.
Hard version for powerful machines.
A 36-S: with an interior fabric for quick cuts.
C Cutting discs: Quality class A 24-M “Flexiamant Super” steel.
High cutting performance in steel, with good lifetime.
Soft version for less powerful machines.
For a complete range of accessories, see www.metabo.com or the main catalogue.

Repairs

Repairs to electrical tools must be carried out by qualified electricians ONLY!
Contact your local Metabo representative if you have Metabo power tools requiring repairs. For addresses see www.metabo.com.
You can download a list of spare parts from www.metabo.com.

Environmental Protection

The generated grinding dust may contain harmful substances. Dispose appropriately.

Observe national regulations on environmentally compatible disposal and on the recycling of disused machines, packaging and accessories.

Only for EU countries: Never dispose of power tools in your household waste! In accordance with European Directive 2002/ 96/EC on waste electrical and electronic equipment and its implementation in national law, used electrical tools must be collected separately and handed in for environmentally compatible recycling.

Technical Specifications

Explanatory notes on the specifications on page 4.
Changes due to technological progress reserved.

U =Voltage
I = Current
P1 =Rated input
P2 =Power output
n0 =No load speed

Cutting disc dimensions:
Dmax =Maximum outer diameter
B =Wheel thickness
d =Borehole

Hmax =Max. cut diameter
( = rod, = pipe, = section steel)
Lmax =Max. vice opening
m =Weight without mains cable
Measured values determined in conformity with
EN 61029.
 Machine in protection class II
~ AC Power

The technical specifications quoted are subject to tolerances (in compliance with the relevant valid standards).

Emission values
These values make it possible to assess the emissions from the power tool and to compare different power tools. Depending on the operating conditions, the condition of the power tool or the accessories, the actual load may be higher or lower.
For assessment purposes, please allow for breaks and periods when the load is lower. Based on the adjusted estimates, arrange protective measures for the user e.g. organisational measures.

Vibration total value (vector sum of three directions) determined in accordance with EN 61029:
ahw = Vibration emission value
Khw = Uncertainty (vibration)

Typical A-effective perceived sound levels:
LpA = Sound-pressure level
LWA = Acoustic power level
KpA, KWA = Uncertainty

During operation the noise level can exceed 80 dB(A)
Wear ear protectors!

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