Maintenance; Cleaning; General Inspection; Power Cord Maintenance - GMC LS1200 Instruction Manual

1200w 165mm (6 1/2”) circular saw with redeye
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Maintenance

WARNING.
Always ensure that the tool is switched off and
the plug is removed from the power point before making any
adjustments or maintenance procedures.

Cleaning

1. Keep the tool's air vents unclogged and clean at all times.
2. Remove dust and dirt regularly. Cleaning is best done
with a rag.
3. Re-lubricate all moving parts at regular intervals.
4. If the body of the saw needs cleaning, wipe it with a soft
damp cloth. A mild detergent can be used but nothing like
alcohol, petrol or other cleaning agent.
5. Never use caustic agents to clean plastic parts.

Troubleshooting

Trouble
Problem
Saw will not start
Power cord not plugged in
Power fault, fuse or circuit breaker tripped Check the power supply
Cord damaged
Burned out switch
Faulty motor
Blade does not reach
Tool is overheating
full speed
Poor cutting
Blunt blade
Vibration or abnormal
Loose parts
noise
Blade vibrating
Moving parts excessively worn
CAUTION.
Do not use cleaning agents to clean the plastic
parts of the tool. A mild detergent on a damp cloth is
recommended. Water must never come into contact
with the tool.

General inspection

Regularly check that all the fixing screws are tight. They
may vibrate loose over time.

Power cord maintenance

If the supply cord needs replacing, the task must be carried
out by the manufacturer, the manufacturer's agent, or a
qualified electrical service repairer to avoid a safety hazard.
Suggested remedy
Ensure that the cord is connected to the power supply
Use authorised service centre to repair or replace
Use authorised service centre to repair or replace
Use authorised service centre to repair or replace the motor
Turn off the tool and let it cool down to room temperature.
Inspect and clean the ventilation slots
Replace or sharpen circular saw blade
Check to see that all knobs and levers are securely
tightened including bevel adjustment knob, depth locking
lever and parallel fence locking knob
Ensure that the blade nut is securely tightened
Use a qualified electrical service repairer to repair or replace
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