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Nova NG-250 Instruction Manual

255mm double bevel sliding compound mitre saw
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NG-250
255
DOUBLE BEVEL
MM
SLIDING COMPOUND MITRE SAW
PRODUCT CODE: 40066
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
CAUTION: Read the operating
instructions to reduce the risk of inquiry

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  • Page 1 NG-250 DOUBLE BEVEL SLIDING COMPOUND MITRE SAW CAUTION: Read the operating PRODUCT CODE: 40066 instructions to reduce the risk of inquiry INSTRUCTION MANUAL...

  • Page 2: Safety Warnings

    SAFETY WEAR EAR MUFFS CAUTION: Read the operating The impact of noise can instructions to reduce the risk cause damage to hearing. of inquiry. WEAR A BREATHING MASK Double insulated. Dust which is injurious to health can be generated when working on wood and other materials.

  • Page 3: General Safety

    GENERAL SAFETY f) If operating a power tools in a damp location is unavoidable, use a residual WARNING! Read all instructions. Failure current device (RCD) protected supply. to follow all instructions listed below may Use of an RCD reduces the risk of electric result in electric shock, fire and/or serious shock.

  • Page 4: Safe Operation

    up place, out of reach of children. unfamiliar with the power tool or these 6. Do not force the tool. It will do the job better instructions to operate the power tool. and safer at the rate for which it was intended. Power tools are dangerous in the hands of 7.

  • Page 5: Additional Safety Rules For Tool

    contact with any coasting blade. It can still cause 18. Use outdoor extension leads. When tool severe injury. is used outdoors, use only extension cords 3. Do not operate saw without guards in place. intended for outdoor use. Check blade guard for proper closing before each 19.

  • Page 6: Laser Safety

    4. Repairs to the laser module must only be • lead from lead-based-painted material and, conducted by Nova Gear or their authorized agent. • arsenic and chromium from chemically- 5. The Laser Cutting Guide gives the operator treated lumber.

  • Page 7: Intended Use

    TCT blades. Only use accessories designed for use in this machine and/or those recommended specifically for Nova Gear products. When fitted with an appropriate blade this machine can be used to cut: › Wood ›...

  • Page 8: Product Overview

    PRODUCT OVERVIEW IDENTIFICATION ACCESSORIES 1. Adjustable laser assembly 13. Fence 2. Laser light on/off switch 14. Mitre angle indicator 1. Saw blade 2. Hold down clamp 3. On/off trigger 15. Mitre table 16. Table insert (kerf plate) 3. RH side support bar (fitted) 4.

  • Page 9: Set-Up And Adjustments

    SET-UP AND ADJUSTMENTS UNPACKING 1. Remove the packaging materials from around the Mitre Saw and remove all parts from the packaging. 2. Using the carry handle (Fig. 1), carefully lift the Mitre Saw from the packaging and place it on a level work surface. Warning: Do not lift the Mitre Saw Fig.1 whilst holding on to the guards.

  • Page 10: Adjusting The Mitre Angle

    provides the flexibility to transport the Mitre Saw to other work areas. Note: Ensure the mounting surface is not warped as an uneven surface can cause binding and inaccurate cutting. RELEASING THE HEAD LOCKING PIN The head locking pin is used to hold the cutting head down when transporting or storing the Mitre Saw.

  • Page 11: Adjusting The Bevel Angle

    ADJUSTING THE BEVEL ANGLE The bevel lock knob is used to lock the cutting head at the required bevel angle. The Mitre Saw bevel cuts from 0° to 45°. 1. Pull the bevel lock knob to release the bevel lock (Fig. 6). 2.
  • Page 12 RETRACTABLE SAFETY GUARD AND LOCK The retractable safety guard provides protection from both sides of the blade (Fig. 10). It retracts over the upper fixed blade guard as the saw is lowered into the work piece. When in operation, before lowering the cutting head the safety guard release lever must be released.

  • Page 13: Operation

    REAR SUPPORT BAR The rear support bar provides additional stability for the mitre saw base. 1. Loosen the Phillips head screws on the base of the mitre saw. 2. Insert the rear support bar through the 2 holes at the rear of the mitre saw. 3.
  • Page 14 STRAIGHT AND MITRE CUTTING A straight cut is made by cutting across the grain of the work piece. A 90° straight cut is made with the mitre scale set in the 0° position (Fig. 18). Mitre cuts are made with the mitre scale set at an angle other than 0°...

  • Page 15: Bevel Cutting

    complete and allow the blade to stop rotating before raising the cutting head. This is required for safe operation of the unit to prevent personal injury. BEVEL CUTTING Warning: Ensure the mitre table lock knob is tight before making a cut. Failure to do so may result in the rotating mitre table moving during operation and cause serious personal injury.

  • Page 16: Compound Mitre Cut

    will cause the blade to become blunt and cause the blade to lock-up. 8. Turn on the Mitre Saw, wait for the blade to reach full speed and then lower the cutting head whilst pushing the safety guard release lever so the blade starts cutting the work piece.

  • Page 17: Slide Cut

    a dry (test) run of the cutting operation to check that there are no problems and everything is correctly adjusted. NOTE: Before performing a cut, ensure the blade is at full speed. Failure to do this will cause your blade to become blunt and cause the blade to lock-up.

  • Page 18: Depth Stop

    rear position during each cut. Warning: Never pull the cutting head and spinning blade towards you when making a sliding cut. The blade may try to climb up on top of the work-piece, causing the cutting head to ‘kickback’ forcefully. DEPTH STOP The adjustable depth stop is located on the left hand side of the cutting head.

  • Page 19: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE Rear fixing screw Warning: Always ensure the Mitre Saw is switched off and the plug is removed before performing any adjustments or maintenance procedures. POWER CABLE MAINTENANCE If the power cable needs replacing, the task must be carried out by an electrician Fig.25 or a power tool repairer in order to avoid a safety hazard.
  • Page 20 8. Press the arbor lock button to lock the arbor. Using the supplied spanner, loosen and remove the arbor screw and remove the washer and outer blade flange (Fig. 28, 29, 30). Remove the blade (Fig. 31). NOTE: The arbor screw is reverse threaded. Turn to the right to loosen and to the left Fig.28 to tighten.

  • Page 21: Blade Alignment Adjustment

    BLADE ALIGNMENT ADJUSTMENT Adjustment After replacing the blade or over time, the Mitre Saw angles may require adjusting so that the 0° angles (both bevel and mitre) are located at exactly 0°. 1. Ensure the plug is disconnected from the power supply.

  • Page 22: Carbon Brushes

    1. Turn machine “OFF” by releasing the NOTE: Nova Gear will not be responsible trigger switch and allow the blade to come for any damage or injuries caused by the to a complete stop.

  • Page 23: Warranty

    WARRANTY The NG-250 Mitre Saw comes with a The warranty period commences on the 3 year manufacturers warranty. date of purchase, which can be verified on your receipt or invoice. We cannot Our goods come with guarantees that offer a warranty for damages and defects...
  • Page 24 www.spoton.com.au...

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