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1200W Plunge Saw
MSPS1200
EAN: 3663602797579
WARNING: Read the instructions before using the product!

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  • Page 1 1200W Plunge Saw MSPS1200 EAN: 3663602797579 WARNING: Read the instructions before using the product!

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    MSPS1200 by MACAllister Let's Get Started… These instructions are for your safety. Please read through them thoroughly before use and retain them for future reference. started... Getting Your product Technical and legal information Before you start more detail... Product functions...

  • Page 3: Your Product

    Your product MSPS1200 by MACAllister Your product Fig. 1 Fig. 2...

  • Page 4: Technical Specifications

    Y ur product MSPS1200 by MACAllister 1. Plunge lock button 15. Track compensation 2. ON/OFF switch 16. Depth scale 3. Main handle 17. Auxiliary handle 4. Rear bevel lock knob 18. Mode selector 5. Rear parallel guide 19. Carbon brush cap (2x) fixing screw(not provide) 20.

  • Page 5: Technical And Legal Information

    Technical and legal information MSPS1200 by MACAllister WARNING ! The vibration emission during actual use of the power tool can differ from the declared total value depending on the ways in which the tool is used; and of the need to identify safety measures to...
  • Page 6 Technical and legal information MSPS1200 by MACAllister f) If operating a power tool in a damp location is unavoidable, use a residual current device (RCD) protected supply. Use of an RCD reduces the risk of electric shock. 3) Personal safety a) Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a power tool.
  • Page 7 Technical and legal information MSPS1200 by MACAllister d) Store idle power tools out of the reach of children and do not allow persons unfamiliar with the power tool or these instructions to operate the power tool. Power tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.

  • Page 8: Cutting Procedures

    Technical and legal information MSPS1200 by MACAllister Cutting procedures DANGER: Keep hands away from cutting area and the blade. Keep your second hand on auxiliary handle, or motor housing. If both hands are holding the saw, they cannot be cut by the blade.
  • Page 9 Technical and legal information MSPS1200 by MACAllister b) When blade is binding, or when interrupting a cut for any reason, release the trigger and hold the saw motionless in the material until the blade comes to a complete stop. Never attempt to remove the saw from the work or pull the saw backward while the blade is in motion or kickback may occur.
  • Page 10 Do not touch and keep the hand away from the movable parts such as saw blade. For cutting wood. yyWxx: Manufacturing code. Year (aa) and week (Wxx) of production. MSPS1200: Designation of th e tool(MS-MAC ALLISTER, PS- Plunge Saw) 1200=Power(Watts)

  • Page 11: Before You Start

    Before you start MSPS1200 by MACAllister ADDITIONAL SAFETY WARNING FOR CONSTRUCTION DUST The updated Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations 1st October 2012 now also targets to reduce the risks associated with silica, wood and gypsum dusts. Construction workers are one of the at-risk groups within this because of the dust that they breathe: silica dust is not just a nuisance;...
  • Page 12 Before you start MSPS1200 by MACAllister • Work in a well-ventilated area. • Work with approved safety equipment, such as those dust masks that are specially designed to filter microscopic particles. VIBRATION The European Physical Agents (Vibration) Directive has been brought in to help reduce hand arm vibration syndrome injuries to power tool users.
  • Page 13 Before you start MSPS1200 by MACAllister Helping to minimise your vibration exposure risk. ALWAYS use sharp chisels, drills and blades. Maintain this tool in accordance with these instructions and keep well lubricated (where appropriate). Avoid using tools in temperatures of 10ºC or less. Plan your work schedule to spread any high vibration tool use across a number of days.
  • Page 14 Before you start MSPS1200 by MACAllister Fig. 3 Using the track = guide rail track compensation down. Not using the track = guide rail track compensation lever up. (Refer to Fig. 4) 2. Tighten the depth adjustment knob (14). The motor or respectively the saw blade can now be pushed down to the set cutting depth.
  • Page 15 Before you start MSPS1200 by MACAllister Set cutting angle The plunge saw can be swiveled between 0° and 48°: 1. Loosen the front and rear bevel lock knobs (4 and 12). 2. Pivot the body of the saw until the bevel angle pointer adjacent to the front bevel lock aligns with the bevel angle required on the bevel scale(13).
  • Page 16 Before you start MSPS1200 by MACAllister Connecting rods for track NOTE : Before first use and from time to time as needed, apply a light spray of lubricant so that the saw will glide smoothly along the length of the track. Do not allow dust, shavings or other debris to build up on the track.
  • Page 17 Before you start MSPS1200 by MACAllister Tighten the hex screw clockwise to secure the half of the connector connect to the track. (Refer to Fig. 7) Now repeat this procedure, threading the second connector into the lower clamp channel (on the underside of the track).
  • Page 18 Before you start MSPS1200 by MACAllister Tighten the hex screws on the face and underside of the second track and ensure all hex screws fixed firmly. (Refer to Fig. 9 ) Hex key Hex screw Fig. 9 Switch ON/OFF the plunge saw 1.
  • Page 19 Before you start MSPS1200 by MACAllister Fig. 10 Determine cutting line Two cutting lines are marked on the base plate (6) of the plunge saw. 1. Align position A (0 mark on base plate) at the front of the base plate with your marked cutting line when using the saw without track for straight cuts.
  • Page 20 MSPS1200 by MACAllister more detail… Product functions Cleaning and maintenance Trouble shooting Recycling Guarantee declaration conformity...

  • Page 21: Product Functions

    Product functions MSPS1200 by MACAllister Intended use This plunge saw MSPS1200 is intended to cut wood and similar wood materials. With compatible special saw blades(not provided) the plunge saw can also be used to cut aluminum. The plunge saw is only to be used with a specifically designed track. Installation in a different or homemade track or workbench can cause serious accidents.
  • Page 22 Product functions MSPS1200 by MACAllister Fig. 13 Blade change Free plunge, for general cutting Scribe, for a scribe cut of 2.5mm Correct working with the plunge saw Always hold the plunge saw with both hands at the main handle (3) and auxiliary handle (17).
  • Page 23 Product functions MSPS1200 by MACAllister Put the connection adapter (29) onto the dust extraction outlet (24) and adjust it to a suitable position which will prevent wood chips and dust being directed at the body of the user. NOTE : Check the adapter connects firmly before using the acuum cleaner.
  • Page 24 Product functions MSPS1200 by MACAllister Fig. 15 Setting scribe mode Scribe mode locks the depth of cut at 2.5mm. An initial scribe cut helps to prevent friction on the blade, particularly when deep plunge cuts are required. It is also useful for the initial cut on veneered or melamine laminates.
  • Page 25 Product functions MSPS1200 by MACAllister Straight cut (90°cut) 1. Loosen the front and rear bevel lock knobs (4 and 12) and swivel the saw to 0 ° position on the scale. Tighten the bevel lock knobs again. (Refer to page 15 “Set cutting angle”section)
  • Page 26 Product functions MSPS1200 by MACAllister Mitre cut (Up to 48°) 1. First loosen the front and rear bevel lock knobs (4 and 12) and swivel the plunge saw to the desired graduation. Tighten the both bevel lock knobs again. (Refer to page 15 "Set cutting angle” section) 2.
  • Page 27 Product functions MSPS1200 by MACAllister Operation of the plunge saw with track Track Lock 1. Rotate the track lock (9) to the ‘0’ position (before you place the saw in the track). 2. Place the saw in the track. 3. Rotate the track lock (9) to the ‘I’ position to lock the saw in the track.
  • Page 28 Product functions MSPS1200 by MACAllister Rotate the anti-kickback knob (8) to the ‘0’ position (before you place the saw in the track). (Refer to Fig. 19) Fig. 19 NOTE : When you slide the saw onto the guide rail of the track,the anti-kickback feature is automatically engaged.(Refer to Fig.
  • Page 29 Product functions MSPS1200 by MACAllister NOTE : If kickback does occur, check that the track is not damaged before continuing with the cut. Using the fine adjustment knobs The fine adjustment knobs (7 and 10) enable you to remove excessive play between the track and the saw to ensure cutting accuracy as the saw moves along the track.
  • Page 30 Product functions MSPS1200 by MACAllister Cutting Fig. 22 IMPORTANT Check that the workpiece and track are properly supported and secured so that movement cannot occur whilst the saw is in operation. Always hold the machine with both hands using the main handle (3) and auxiliary handle (17).
  • Page 31 Product functions MSPS1200 by MACAllister 6. Hold the saw firmly with both hands, press the plunge lock button (1) and the ON/OFF switch (2). 7. Allow the blade to reach full speed, then pivot the saw forward to plunge the blade into the workpiece to the set depth.
  • Page 32 Product functions MSPS1200 by MACAllister 1. Check that the track lock (9) and anti-kickback knob (8) are in the ‘0’ position. 2. Engage the saw in the track. 3. Rotate the track lock (9) in to the ‘I’ position. 4. Loosen the front and rear bevel lock knobs (4 and 12) and swivel the plunge saw to the desired graduation.

  • Page 33: Cleaning And Maintenance

    Cleaning and maintenance MSPS1200 by MACAllister Cleaning and maintenance Ensure that the tool is switched off and the plug is removed from the power point before making any adjustments or carrying out maintenance procedures. Cleaning • Keep the tool’s air ven ts unclogged and clean at all times.
  • Page 34 Cleaning and maintenance MSPS1200 by MACAllister 2. Set the mode selector (18) to the change saw blade icon. (Refer to “Mode selection” section) 3. Press the plunge lock button (1) down and push the motor down. 4. Press and hold the shaft lock (25) down. (Refer to Fig. 25) Fig.
  • Page 35 Cleaning and maintenance MSPS1200 by MACAllister 6. Use the Allen key to loosen the screw counter-clockwise. Remove the outer flange and the saw blade. (Refer to Fig .26 & Fig. 27) 7. Clean both flanges and replace the saw blade.

  • Page 36: Power Cord

    Cleaning and maintenance MSPS1200 by MACAllister Fig. 28 Power cord If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualified person in order to a safety hazard. Plug replacement This appliance is supplied with a BS1363 3 pin plug fitted with a 13 Amp fuse.
  • Page 37 Cleaning and maintenance MSPS1200 by MACAllister 13AMP fuse approved to BS1362 Connect Blue to N (Neutral) Brown L(live) Outer sleeve firmly Cable grip clamped Fig. 29 NOTE : If a moulded plug is fitted and has to be removed take great care in disposing of the plug and severed cable, it must be destroyed to prevent engaging into a socket.

  • Page 38: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting / Recycling MSPS1200 by MACAllister Troubleshooting Problem Possible Causes Likely Solutions Device does not 1. Cord not connected. 1. Check that cord is plugged in. work 2. No power at outlet. 2. Check power at outlet. If 3. Internal damage or outlet is unpowered, turn off tool wear.

  • Page 39: Guarantee

    This guarantee covers product failures and malfunctions provided the MacAllister power tool was used for the purpose for which it is intended and subject to installation, cleaning, care and maintenance in accordance with standard practice and with the information contained above and in the user manual.

  • Page 40: Ec Declaration Of Conformity

    Kingfisher International Products Limited 3 Sheldon Square London W2 6PX United Kingdom Declare that the product 1200W plunge saw MSPS1200 Serial number: from 000001 to 999999 Complies with the essential health and safety requirements of the following Directives: Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC...
  • Page 41 Manufacturer,Fabricant,Producent, Hersteller,Producător,Fabricante: Kingfisher International Products Limi 3 Sheldon Square London W2 6PX United Kingdom www.kingfisher.com/products Distributor: B&Q plc, Chandlers Ford, Hants, SO53 3LE United Kingdom www.diy.com SFD Limited Trade House, Mead Avenue Yeovil BA22 8RT, United Kingdom www.screwfix.com To view instruction manuals online, visit www.kingfisher.com/products...

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