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APPLICATION .................................................................................. 3
2
DESCRIPTION (FIG. A) ................................................................... 3
3
PACKAGE CONTENT LIST ............................................................. 3
4
SYMBOLS ........................................................................................ 4
5
GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS .......................... 4
5.1
Work area ................................................................................................................ 4
5.2
Electrical safety ....................................................................................................... 4
5.3
Personal safety ....................................................................................................... 5
5.4
Power tool use and care ......................................................................................... 5
5.5
Service ..................................................................................................................... 5
6
7
CAUSES AND PREVENTION OF KICKBACK ............................... 6
8
ADJUSTMENTS ............................................................................... 7
8.1
Plunge saw feature ................................................................................................. 7
8.1.1
Selector switch .......................................................................................................... 7
8.2
Guide rails and clamps (Fig. 1) .............................................................................. 7
9
PREPARATION ................................................................................ 8
9.1
Mounting the plunge saw on the guide rail ........................................................... 8
10
OPERATION ..................................................................................... 8
10.1
Switching ON/OFF ................................................................................................... 8
10.2
Setting the cutting depth ........................................................................................ 8
10.3
Setting the cutting angle (Fig. 4) ............................................................................ 8
10.4
Determine Cutting line (Fig. 5) ............................................................................... 9
10.5
Straight cuts (90° cut) ............................................................................................. 9
10.6
Miter cuts (up to 48°) (Fig. 6) .................................................................................. 9
10.7
Marked cutting ........................................................................................................ 9
10.8
Plunge cuts ............................................................................................................. 9
10.9
Replacing the saw blade ....................................................................................... 10
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Summary of Contents for Powerplus POWX0561

  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    POWX0561 APPLICATION .................. 3 DESCRIPTION (FIG. A) ..............3 PACKAGE CONTENT LIST ............. 3 SYMBOLS ..................4 GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS ......4 Work area ........................ 4 Electrical safety ....................... 4 Personal safety ....................... 5 Power tool use and care ..................5 Service ........................
  • Page 2 POWX0561 GUIDE RAIL SPLINTER GUARDS (FIG. 8) ........10 KICKBACK STOP ................11 PLUNGE CUT WITH GUIDE RAIL ..........11 CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE ..........11 16.1 Cleaning......................... 11 16.2 Checking and replacing the carbon brushes ............11 16.3 Lubrication ......................12 TECHNICAL DATA ................
  • Page 3: Application

    POWX0561 PLUNGE SAW 1200W POWX0561 1 APPLICATION The plunge saw is intended to cut wood and similar materials, gypsum and cement-bonded fiber materials and plastic. With compatible special saw blades the plunge saw can also be used to cut aluminum.
  • Page 4: Symbols

    POWX0561 4 SYMBOLS In this manual and/or on the machine the following symbols are used: In accordance with essential Denotes risk of personal injury requirements of the European or damage to the tool. directive(s) Read manual before use Always wear safety goggles "Class II - The machine is double...
  • Page 5: Personal Safety

    POWX0561 Personal safety ▪ Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a power tool. Do not use a power tool while you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury.
  • Page 6: Additional Safety Instructions For Plunge Saws

    POWX0561 6 ADDITIONAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR PLUNGE SAWS ▪ Make sure that the mains voltage matches the specifications on the type plate. ▪ Persons with restricted physical, sensory or mental capabilities are not allowed to use the plunge saw unless they are supervised and instructed by a guardian.
  • Page 7: Adjustments

    POWX0561 ▪ If the saw blade jams or sawing is interrupted for any reason, release the ON / OFF switch and calmly hold the saw in the material until the saw blade stands completely still. Never attempt to remove the saw from the workpiece or pull it backwards as long as the saw blade is moving or a kickback might occur.
  • Page 8: Preparation

    POWX0561 9 PREPARATION ▪ Before each use check the proper function of all installation fixtures of the plunge saw and only use the plunge saw if everything works properly. ▪ Attach the work piece in such way that it cannot move or bend during work. Line the work piece respectively.
  • Page 9: Determine Cutting Line (Fig. 5)

    POWX0561 10.4 Determine Cutting line (Fig. 5) Two cutting lines are marked on the base plate (5) of the plunge saw. ▪ Align position A (0 mark on base plate) at the front of the base plate with your marked cutting line when using the plunge saw without guide rail for straight cuts.
  • Page 10: Replacing The Saw Blade

    POWX0561 Note: To prevent the saw from kicking back during plunge cuts follow these steps: ▪ Always place the plunge saw with the rear edge of the base plate (5) against a fixed limit stop. ▪ Hold the plunge saw in both hands and slowly lower the saw blade.
  • Page 11: Kickback Stop

    POWX0561 ▪ Fix the guide rail with clamps on the work piece. ▪ Set the selector switch to marked cut function. Set the plunge saw speed to 6. ▪ Place the plunge saw at the rear end of the guide rail.
  • Page 12: Lubrication

    POWX0561 16.3 Lubrication From time to time, apply a drop of oil to the thread of the lock screw (17). 17 TECHNICAL DATA type POWХ0561 Voltage / frequency 230-240 V / 50 Hz Power input 1200 W Speed 5500 min...
  • Page 13: Warranty

    We also disclaim all liability for any bodily injury resulting from inappropriate use of the tool. ▪ Repairs may only be carried out by an authorised customer service centre for Powerplus tools. ▪ You can always obtain more information at the number 00 32 3 292 92 90.
  • Page 14: Declaration Of Conformity

    VARO N.V. - Joseph Van Instraat 9 - BE2500 Lier - BELGIUM, declares that, product : Plunge Saw 1200 W trade mark : POWERplus model : POWX0561 is in conformity with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of the applicable European Directives, based on the application of European harmonized standards.

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