Hints For Optimum Use - Black & Decker CS1250 Manual

Warning! To reduce the risk of serious personal injury, read,
understand and follow all important safety warnings and
instructions prior to using tool.
Fitting and removing the parallel fence (fig. C)
The parallel fence is used to saw in a straight line parellel to
the edge of the workpiece.
Fitting
Loosen the locking knob (18).
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Insert the parallel fence (7) through the openings (19).
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Slide the parallel fence into the desired position.
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Tighten the locking knob.
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Removing
Loosen the locking knob (18).
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Pull the parallel fence off the tool.
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Use
This tool can be used in the right hand or the left hand.
Warning! Let the tool work at its own pace. Do not overload.
Electronic Function. Laser beam action. Model
CS1250L only (Fig.G, H)
Caution! When not in use, be sure to turn off the laser.
Never look into the laser beam directly; laser beam may injure
your eyes.
LASER RADIATION: DO NOT STARE INTO THE BEAM or
any CLASSII LASER PRODUCTS.
Before shifting the laser line or performing maintenance
adjustment, be sure to unplug the tool.
To turn the laser on/off, toggle the switch (12a) on the
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back of the laser housing.
Cleaning of the lens for the laser light
If the lens for the laser light becomes dirty, or sawdust ad-
heres to it in such a way that the laser line is no longer easily
visible, unplug the saw and clean the lens carefully with a
damp, soft cloth. Do not use solvents or any petroleum based
cleaners on the lens.
Note: When laser line is dim and almost or entirely invisible
because of the direct sunlight in the indoor or outdoor window
near your work area, relocate the work area to a place not
exposed to direct sunlight.
Note: All of the adjustments for the operation of this machine
have been carried out at the factory.
Caution: Use of controls or adjustments or performance of
procedures other than those specified herein may result in
hazardous radiation exposure. The use of optical instruments
with this product will increase eye hazard. Do not attempt to
repair or disassemble the laser. If unqualified persons attempt
to repair this laser product, serious injury may result.
Any repair required on this laser product should be performed
by authorised service centre personnel.
(Original instructions)
Adjusting the depth of cut (fig. D)
The depth of cut should be set according to the thickness of
the workpiece. It should exceed the thickness by approx.
2 mm.
Loosen the knob (12) to unlock the saw shoe.
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Move the saw shoe (8) into the desired position. The
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corresponding depth of cut can be read from the scale
(11).
Tighten the knob to lock the saw shoe in place.
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Adjusting the mitre angle (fig. E)
This tool can be set to mitre angles between 0° and 45°.
Loosen the locking knob (6) to unlock the saw shoe.
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Move the saw shoe (8) into the desired position. The
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corresponding mitre angle can be read from the scale (5).
Tighten the locking knob to lock the saw shoe in place.
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Switching on and off
To switch the tool on, move the lock-off button (2) into the
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unlock position and squeeze the on/off switch (1).
To switch the tool off, release the on/off switch.
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Sawing
Always hold the tool with both hands.
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Let the blade run freely for a few seconds before starting
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the cut.
Apply only a gentle pressure to the tool while performing
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the cut.
Work with the shoe pressed against the workpiece.
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Dust extraction (fig. F)
An adaptor is required to connect a vacuum cleaner or dust
extractor to the tool. The adaptor can be purchased from your
local BLACK+DECKER retailer.
Insert the dust extraction adaptor into the saw dust
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outlet (13).
Connect the vacuum cleaner hose to the adaptor.
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Hints for optimum use

As some splintering along the line of cut on the top side of
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the workpiece cannot be avoided, cut on the side where
splintering is acceptable.
Where splintering is to be minimised, e.g. when cutting
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laminates, clamp a piece of plywood onto the top of the
workpiece.
Accessories
The performance of your tool depends on the accessory used.
BLACK+DECKER and Piranha accessories are engineered to
high quality standards and designed to enhance the
performance of your tool. By using these accessories you will
get the very best from your tool.
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