Safety Devices - Mafell MKS130Ec Operating/Safety Instructions Manual

Function of the riving knife
- Always use the saw blade that is suitable for the riving knife. The riving knife is only effective if the body
of the saw blade is thinner than the riving knife and the tooth width is greater than the thickness of the riving
knife.
- Adjust the riving knife as described in these operating instructions. Incorrect spacing, position and
alignment can be the reason that the riving knife can not prevent kickback efficiently.
- To be effective, the riving knife must be in the kerf. In short cuts, the riving knife is ineffective for
preventing kickback.
- Never operate the saw with a bent riving knife. Even a minor malfunction can slow down the closing of
the guard.

3.4 Safety devices

The machine is equipped with the following safety devices:
Safety device
Upper fixed guard
Lower movable guard
Large base plate
Handles
Riving knife/splitter
Switching device and brake
Hose connector
If the safety devices are damaged or not functioning properly, follow the instructions in the chapter
Troubleshooting. For other malfunctions, please contact your dealer or MAFELL Customer Service directly.
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RETAIN THESE INSTRUCTIONS!
Danger
Risk of injury from missing safety devices
These devices are necessary for the safe operation of the machine. They must
not be removed or rendered ineffective.
➢ Check the proper functioning of the safety devices before you start
operating the machine.
Never use the machine with missing or ineffective safety devices.
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Type of check
Visual check for damage
Functional check (complete opening and jerk-free
abrupt closing)
Visual check for damage and deformation
Visual check for damage
Visual check for damage and deformation
Functional check (braking time must not be longer
than 7 seconds)
Visual check for damage and obstruction
MKS130Ec
01/2022