Installation - Metabo BKS 400 Assembly & Operating Instructions

7.1 Mitre Fence Setting

8.0 Installation

8.1 Setup
This saw must be placed on a firm and level ground. The work area must be kept clear of all waste to provide firm
footing for the operator.
8.2 Connection to Power Mains
- Check if voltage of power mains matches with voltage stated on machine's name plate. This machine must be
earthed while in use to protect the operator from electric shock.
- Models BKS400/3.1 kW must be connected to an earthed outlet with a 3-conductor mains lead.
- Models BKS 450/4.2 kW and 4.75 kW have to be connected to an earthed outlet with a 5-conductor mains lead.
- A minimum conductor cross section of 1.5mm /16 AWG is required. For the 3.1kW single-phase motor extension
cords should have a conductor cross section of 2.5mm .
- Use of an extension cord with too small a conductor cross section causes voltage drop and consequently starting
problems and excessive heat build-up in the motor.
8.3 Saw Blade Direction of Rotation
- On single-phase machines the saw blade's direction
of rotation does not need to be checked.
- For three-phase machines start saw briefly with all
guards in place and check direction of rotation. If
incorrect interchange two phases by rotating two pins
in the switch by 180°. Remove plug, use screwdriver
with 6mm/1/4" blade to push lock down and turn pins.
- To prevent unauthorized use the switch can be blok-
ked with a padlock.
Place carriage bolt M10x30 from underneath
through carrier and slot of fence segment.
Install washer Ø 10.5 and ratched lever M10
female.
Install 0° (90°) setting screw into mitre fence
carrier.
Hardware:
1 set screw M8x20
2 hex. thin nut M8
A
To set mitre fence square with the blade turn
setting screw in or out, as required.
B
Make trial cut to verify setting.
C
Loosen mitre scale and adjust so that zero
mark corresponds with mark on vernier scale,
then retighten.