Black & Decker KS900S Original Instructions Manual page 9

Additional features (fi g. A)
Additional features may be applicable depending
upon the product purchased. The additional
features applicable to the catalogue number
purchased are shown in fi g. A.
Assembly
Warning! Before attempting any of the following
operations, make sure that the tool is switched
off and unplugged and that the saw blade has
stopped. Used saw blades may be hot.
Fitting the saw blade (fi g. B)
♦ Hold the saw blade (11) as shown, with the
teeth facing forward.
♦ Push and hold the blade clamp (10) down.
♦ Insert the shank of the saw blade into the blade
holder (12) as far as it will go.
♦ Release the blade clamp (10).
Saw blade storage (fi g. C)
Saw blades (11) can be stored in the storage
compartment located on the side of the tool.
♦ Open the cover (3) of the saw blade storage
compartment by holding the tab on the top of
the cover (3) and pulling it outward.
♦ The blades are retained in the compartment
by a magnetic strip. To remove a blade, press
down on one end of the blade to raise the other
end, and remove.
♦ Close the cover (3) of the saw blade storage
compartment and make sure that it is latched
closed.
Warning! Close the compartment door securely
before operating the saw.
Connecting a vacuum cleaner to the tool
(fi g. D)
An adaptor is required to connect a vacuum
cleaner or dust extractor to the tool. The dust
extraction adaptor (6) can be purchased from your
local Black & Decker retailer.
♦ Push the adaptor (6) into the dust extraction
outlet (5).
♦ Connect the vacuum cleaner hose to the
adaptor (6).
Residual risks
Additional residual risks may arise when using the
tool which may not be included in the enclosed
safety warnings. These risks can arise from
misuse, prolonged use etc.
Even with the application of the relevant safety
regulations and the implementation of safety
devices, certain residual risks cannot be avoided.
These include:
♦ Injuries caused by touching any rotating/
moving parts.
♦ Injuries caused when changing any parts,
blades or accessories.
♦ Injuries caused by prolonged use of a tool.
When using any tool for prolonged periods
make sure you take regular breaks.
♦ Impairment of hearing.
♦ Health hazards caused by breathing dust
developed when using your tool (example:-
working with wood, especially oak, beech and
MDF).
Use
Adjusting the shoe plate for bevel cuts (fi g. E
and F)
Warning! Never use the tool when the shoe plate
is loose or removed.
The shoe plate (7) can be set to a left or right bevel
angle of up to 45°.
♦ Pull the shoe plate locking lever (4) outwards
to unlock the shoe plate (7) from the 0 deg
position (fi g. E).
♦ Pull the shoe plate (7) forward and set the
required bevel 15°, 30° and 45° indicated in the
bevel angle window.
♦ Push the shoe plate locking lever (4) back
towards the saw to lock the shoe plate (7).
To reset the shoe plate (7) for straight cuts:
♦ Pull the shoe plate locking lever (4) outwards to
unlock the shoe plate (7).
♦ Set the shoe plate (7) to an angle of 0° and
push the shoe plate backwards.
♦ Push the shoe plate locking lever (4) back
towards the saw to lock the shoe plate (7).
ENGLISH
9