Mains Connection; Set-Up; Operation; Dust Collector - Metabo TKHS 315 C Original Operating Instructions

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7.1

Mains connection

Danger! High voltage
Operate this device only in a dry

environment.
Operate the saw only on a power

source matching the following re-
quirements (see also "Technical
Specifications"):
– outlets properly installed,
earthed, and tested;
– mains voltage and system fre-
quency conform to the volt-
age and frequency shown on
the device's name plate;
– fuse protection by a residual
current operated device (RCD)
of 30 mA sensitivity;
– system impedance Zmax at the
interconnection point (house
service connection) 0.35 Ohm
maximum;
Note:
Contact your Electricity Board or a
qualified electrician, if you are not sure
if your house service connection meets
these requirements.
Make sure that the mains cable is

out of the way so that it does not in-
terfere with the work and cannot be
damaged.
Protect mains cable from heat, ag-

gressive liquids and sharp edges.
Use only rubber-insulated extension

cables with sufficient cross sections
(see 'Technical Data').
Do not pull on mains cord to unplug.

Changing the direction of
rotation!
(only possible for version with
DC motor)
Depending on the wiring of the elec-
trical connection the saw blade may
rotate the wrong way.This can lead
to the workpiece being hurled away
when attempting to make a cut. The
direction of rotation must therefore
be checked every time the saw is
connected to another outlet. In case
of an incorrect direction of rotation,
the wiring of the outlet must be
changed by a qualified electrician:
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1. After the saw and all of its safety
devices have been assembled, con-
nect it to the mains supply.
2. Raise saw blade fully.
3. Start saw and switch OFF immedi-
ately.
4. Check the saw blade's direction of
rotation from the left-hand side of
the saw. The saw blade must rotate
clockwise.
5. If the saw blade rotates anticlock-
wise, unplug the power cable at the
saw.
6. Have the electric supply changed
by a qualified electrician!
7.2

Set-up

Place the machine on a firm, level

floor.
To align the table surface horizon-

tally, compensate for unevenness or
slippery floor surfaces using suita-
ble materials. Then check that the
machine is stable.
Ensure there is sufficient space to

handle larger workpieces.
For maximum upright stability the saw
can be bolted to the floor:
1. Place the fully assembled saw at a
suitable site and mark the bore
holes on the floor.
2. Move saw aside and drill the holes.
3. Align saw with the holes and bolt to
the floor.
8.

Operation

Risk of injury!
This saw may only be operated by
one person at a time. Other persons
shall stay only at a distance to the
saw for the purpose of feeding or re-
moving stock.
Before starting work, check to see
that the following are in proper work-
ing order:
– mains cable and plug;
– ON/OFF switch;
– riving knife;
– blade guard; and
– feeding aids (push stick, push block
and handle).
Use personal protection equipment:
– dust mask;
– ear protection; and
– safety goggles.
Assume proper operating position:
– at the front of the saw on the opera-
tor side;
– in front of the saw;
– to the left of the line of cut; and
– if work is being carried out by two
persons, with the other person re-
maining at an adequate distance to
the saw.
If the type of work requires it, use
the following:
– suitable workpiece supports – if oth-
erwise workpiece would fall off the
table after being cut
– dust extractor.
Avoid typical operator mistakes:
– Do not attempt to stop the saw
blade by pushing the workpiece
against its side. This poses a risk of
kickback.
– Always hold the workpiece down on
the table and do not jam it. This
poses a risk of kickback.
– Never cut several workpieces at the
same time – and also never cut
bundles containing several individu-
al pieces. There is a risk of personal
injury if individual pieces are caught
by the saw blade in an uncontrolled
manner.
Drawing-in/trapping hazard!
Never cut workpieces to which
ropes, cords, bands, cables or wires
are attached or workpieces which
contain any of these materials.
8.1

Dust collector

Danger!
Some types of wood dust (e.g.
beech, oak, ash) may cause cancer
when inhaled. Use suitable dust ex-
tractor when working in enclosed
spaces.