Woodpecker FKS 6-315/2300 Operating Manual
Woodpecker FKS 6-315/2300 Operating Manual

Woodpecker FKS 6-315/2300 Operating Manual

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TRANSLATION OF THE ORIGINAL VERSION
Operating Manual
Sliding Table Saw WOODPECKER FKS 6-315/2300
FKS 6-315/2300
Machine Type:
WOOD
PECKER
HOKUBEMA Maschinenbau GmbH
Graf-Stauffenberg-Kaserne, Binger Str. 28 | Halle 120
DE 72488 Sigmaringen | Tel. +49 07571 755-0
E-Mail:
info@ichbinwoodpecker.de
| Web:
https://www.ichbinwoodpecker.de

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  • Page 1 TRANSLATION OF THE ORIGINAL VERSION Operating Manual Sliding Table Saw WOODPECKER FKS 6-315/2300 FKS 6-315/2300 Machine Type: WOOD PECKER HOKUBEMA Maschinenbau GmbH Graf-Stauffenberg-Kaserne, Binger Str. 28 | Halle 120 DE 72488 Sigmaringen | Tel. +49 07571 755-0 E-Mail: info@ichbinwoodpecker.de | Web:...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Introduction..............................7 Legal Notice ................................7 Figures ..................................7 Symbols ................................7 General Symbols ..............................7 Symbols in Safety Instructions ..........................8 General ................................9 Intended Use ................................. 10 Target Group and Previous Experience ......................... 10 Requirements for the Operators ........................... 10 Training of Personnel ............................
  • Page 3 Machine Data ............................... 23 Technical Specifications ............................23 Emission Levels ..............................24 5.2.1 Noise Information................................24 5.2.2 Noise Emission Values ..............................24 Workplace Requirements ............................. 24 Maximum Dimensions ............................25 Installation and Connection ......................... 26 Check Delivery Conditions ............................ 26 Transport ................................
  • Page 4 Operating the Rip Fence ............................42 9.9.1 Setting the Rip Fence ............................... 42 9.9.2 Change stop profile from high to flat ..........................42 9.9.3 Folding the Rip Fence away ............................. 42 9.10 Mounting the Table Extension ..........................43 9.11 Mounting the Extension Table ..........................43 9.12 Eccentric Clamping Device ............................
  • Page 5 13.5 Checking the Rip Fence ............................54 13.6 Checking the Cross-Cut Fence Tape Measure ....................... 54 13.7 Changing and Tensioning the Drive Belt ....................... 55 13.7.1 Checking the Drive Belt Tension ............................55 13.8 Maintaining the Drive Belt ............................ 55 13.9 Taking the Machine out of Operation / Storage ....................
  • Page 6 Figure 32: Adjusting the saw blade guard ......................35 Figure 33: Loosen the scoring saw shaft clamping nut ..................36 Figure 34: Inserting a scoring saw blade ....................... 36 Figure 35: Socket spanner for setting ........................37 Figure 36: Set the scoring saw blade........................37 Figure 37: Mounting and adjusting the cross-cut carriage ...................
  • Page 7: Introduction

    Legal Notice WOODPECKER is a brand of Hokubema Maschinenbau GmbH. All contents of these operating instructions are subject to the rights of use and copyright of HOKUBEMA Maschinenbau GmbH. Any reproduction, modification, further use and publication in other electronic or printed media, as well as their online publication, requires the prior written consent of HOKUBEMA Maschinenbau GmbH.
  • Page 8: Symbols In Safety Instructions

    Symbols in Safety Instructions Symbol Safety Instruction General danger symbol, which requires the highest attention! Failure to observe may result in damage to the equipment, serious injury or even death. Warning of possible danger from forklift traffic! Non-observance may result in life-threatening injuries. Warning indicates a possible hazard under suspended loads! Non-observance may result in life-threatening injuries.
  • Page 9: General

    General The WOODPECKER “FKS 6-315/2300” sliding table saw is a sturdily constructed and generously equipped ma- chine. With its extra-strong saw unit guided on both sides, it is suitable for professional woodworking in any workshop, joinery or training centres. Special highlights in the basic equipment are the smooth-running and precise sliding table, the removable cross-...
  • Page 10: Intended Use

    Intended Use The WOODPECKER FKS 6-315/2300 sliding table saw is designed for cutting materials for which the saw blade used is suitable (e.g. wood, chipboard, veneer, plastic or similar materials). This sliding table saw is not suitable for cutting metal as well as plastics and waste wood in which nails, screws and other metal parts could be con- tained.
  • Page 11: Accident Prevention

    Accident Prevention To avoid accidents, the following rules must be observed for operation: • Prevent unauthorized persons from gaining access to the machine. • Keep unauthorized persons away from the danger areas. • Repeatedly inform present other persons about existing residual risks (refer to section  4.3). •...
  • Page 12: Structure And Function

    • Push stick 3.9 Options and Accessories Various accessories and optional components are available for the FKS 6-315/2300 sliding table saw. These can be used to expand the machine individually. Detailed information and the corresponding article numbers can be found in chapter  15.
  • Page 13: Safety

    The manufacturer accepts no liability for damage and malfunctions resulting from failure to observe these operating instructions. Application Area and Intended Use The sliding table saw WOODPECKER FKS 6-315/2300 is used exclusively for cutting materials for which the respective saw blade used is suitable (e.g. wood, chipboard, veneer, plastic and similar materials).
  • Page 14: Residual Risks

    Residual Risks The machine is built according to the latest state of the art and the recognised safety rules. Nevertheless, the use of the machine may cause danger to life and limb of the user or third parties or damage to the machine and other equipment.
  • Page 15: Observe The Environmental Protection Regulations

    Be aware of the risk of crushing at the end of the running rail for the sliding table between the run- ning rail and the sliding table. Pay attention to the risk of crushing on the inside of the sliding table on fixed components / guide rods on the inside of the sliding table.
  • Page 16: Organisational Measures

    Organisational Measures Always keep this operating manual within easy reach and at the place of use of the machine. In addition to the operating manual, observe and instruct on generally applicable legal and other binding regulations for accident prevention and environmental protection. Supplement the operating manual with further instructions, including supervisory and reporting duties, to take account of special operational features (e.g.
  • Page 17: Safety Instructions For Specific Phases Of Operation

    Safety Instructions for Specific Phases of Operation 4.8.1 Normal Operation Refrain from any working method that could compromise safety! Take measures to ensure that the machine can only be operated in a safe and functional condition. The machine may only be operated when all protective devices and safety-related equipment, such as e.g.: •...
  • Page 18: Safe Working Practices

    Safe Working Practices • Whenever possible, a push stick must be used to prevent working with the hands close to the saw blade. Observe the danger zone of 120 mm around the saw blade. See also section  4.10 “Hazardous Areas on the Sliding Table Saw”.
  • Page 19: Construction-Related Safety Equipment

    4.10 Construction-related Safety Equipment • Together with the saw blade guard, the riving knife is one of the most important safety devices on the sliding table saw. It prevents the saw blade from jamming in the kerf and thus prevents dangerous workpiece kick- backs and ejection of the workpiece and/or workpiece parts.
  • Page 20: Hazardous Areas On The Sliding Table Saw

    4.12 Hazardous Areas on the Sliding Table Saw Carry out adjustment work within the danger zones only when the saw blade is stationary! 4.12.1 Danger Zone Saw Blade • The area 120 mm around the saw blade is con- sidered to be a danger area with an increased risk of injury.
  • Page 21: Avoidance Of Kickback Hazards

    4.13 Avoidance of Kickback Hazards Uncontrolled kick-back of workpieces and parts must be prevented with all available means, as these provide a very high hazard potential. The kickback area starts from the centre of the saw blade towards the rear, where the saw teeth rotate in an upward direction.
  • Page 22: Parallelism Of The Rip Fence

    4.13.5 Parallelism of the rip fence Regularly check the parallelism of the fence by measuring the front and rear of the machine table. Even a slight deviation of 1 to 2 degrees can press the workpiece against the saw blade in such a way that it jams. Then it can be caught by the rising teeth and trigger a kickback.
  • Page 23: Machine Data

    Machine Data Technical Specifications Saw blade diameter: min. Ø 215 mm / max. Ø 315 mm Circular saw shaft: Ø 30 mm Shaft speed: 4000 rpm Length of the rip fence profile: 800 mm Rip fence capacity: 950 mm (with mounted extension table) Maximum cutting length: 2300 mm (with optional scoring unit: 2200 mm) Saw blade tilt range: 0 …...
  • Page 24: Emission Levels

    Emission Levels 5.2.1 Noise Information The values given are emission levels and therefore do not necessarily represent safe workplace values. Alt- hough there is a correlation between emission and immission levels, it cannot be reliably deduced whether ad- ditional precautionary measures are necessary or not. Factors that may affect the current immission level at the workplace include the duration of exposure, the na- ture of the workspace, other noise sources, etc., e.g.
  • Page 25: Maximum Dimensions

    Maximum Dimensions The external dimensions of the machine are variable, as they depend on the position of the sliding table and the cross-cut fence. The dimensions shown below refer to the maximum achievable state. 6400 Figure 8: Maximum dimensions - top view •...
  • Page 26: Installation And Connection

    Installation and Connection Check Delivery Conditions Check the consignment for completeness and possible transport damage. In case of transport damage, please keep the packaging and inform the shipping company and the manufacturer immediately! Later complaints can- not be accepted. Transport Lifting and transporting the machine must be carried out by qualified persons who have the required experi- ence and equipment.
  • Page 27: Lifting And Parking With An Overhead Crane

    6.2.3 Lifting and Parking with an Overhead Crane • Prepare four lashing straps or transport ropes (S) with the re- quired load capacity and in sufficient length and hang them on the crane hook (H) as shown in  Figure 11. •...
  • Page 28: Temporary Storage

    Temporary Storage If the machine is not put into operation immediately after delivery, it must be stored carefully in a protected place. Carefully cover the entire machine so that neither dust nor moisture can penetrate. The bare, non-surface-treated parts are provided with a preservative. This must be checked regularly for effec- tiveness and renewed if necessary.
  • Page 29: Connecting The Extraction Unit

    Connecting the Extraction Unit • The machine must be connected to an effective extraction sys- tem on-site. Installation only by a qualified electrician! • The suction nozzle on the saw blade guard has a diameter of 60 mm and the one on the machine body measures 120 mm. •...
  • Page 30: Electrical Connections

    Electrical Connections The connection must be carried out by an authorized electrician in accordance with the valid local EVU, VDE and EN regulations! Turn main switch to “” before connecting. Please observe the specified nominal voltage 400 VAC / 50 Hz (3 phases / N / PE)! Depending on the version, the machine can be equipped with a terminal box or a CEE plug.
  • Page 31: Components And Controls

    Components and Controls Figure 16: Components and controls Description Description Main switch (lockable) Saw blade guard with suction nozzle Control panel with START / STOP / E-STOP Riving knife Sliding table Eccentric clamping device Locking lever for sliding table Clamping shoe / anti-kickback device Sliding handles for sliding table Table extension CCE connector (or terminal box)
  • Page 32: Saw Blade Positioning

    Saw Blade Positioning Always set the height and tilt of the circular saw blade when the machine is switched off. Note: You will find circular saw blades as accessories in chapter  15. Height Setting of the Saw Blade The saw blade height is set with the handwheel (20) on the front of the machine.
  • Page 33: Mounting And Usage

    Mounting and Usage Mounting and Adjusting the Saw Blade Before installing or replacing a saw blade, switch off the machine and secure it against being switched on again unexpectedly! Lock the main switch with a padlock! Never mount circular saw blades with an inner diameter > 30 H7 and do not use reduction or adapter rings to adapt larger bores to the shaft.
  • Page 34: Replacing / Mounting A Saw Blade

    9.1.2 Replacing / Mounting a Saw Blade The saw blade must not be tilted when the chip flap is open! • Set the saw blade with the front hand- wheel (20) to the uppermost position ( Figure 26). • Set the tilt of the saw unit with the side handwheel (8) to 0°...
  • Page 35: Adjusting The Riving Knife

    9.1.3 Adjusting the Riving Knife The correct riving knife setting is of great importance for safe working on the sliding table saw. An incorrect setting can cause dangerous workpiece kickbacks. There is an increased risk of injury if the riving knife is missing or incorrectly adjusted! ...
  • Page 36: Scoring Unit (Option)

    9.1.6 Scoring Unit (Option) When equipped with this option, the machine has a mechanically adjustable scoring unit. The mounted scoring saw blade scores the piece of material a few millimetres deep before it reaches the actual circular saw blade. This is particularly helpful when processing veneered or hard-coated boards. Tears in the workpiece and devia- tions are effectively prevented, as the cutting forces of the main saw blade are no longer directed against the sensitive cutting edges after pre-scoring.
  • Page 37: Setting The Scoring Saw

    9.1.8 Setting the Scoring Saw The scoring saw blade must be correctly adjusted relative to the main saw blade. The vertical and horizontal adjustment is made via the two adjustment holes (V) and (H) in the table top and with the socket span- ner (S) included in the delivery.
  • Page 38: Mounting And Adjusting The Cross-Cut Carriage

    Mounting and Adjusting the Cross-cut Carriage  Due to the heavy weight of the cross-cut carriage, it should be mounted by 2 persons! Increased risk of injury due to the cross-cut carriage falling down. Wear safety shoes! • Move the sliding table (E) all the way to the left (see direction of arrow).
  • Page 39: Mounting And Adjusting The Cross-Cut Fence

    Mounting and Adjusting the Cross-cut Fence The extendable cross-cut fence (C) can be mounted either on the left or right side of the cross-cut carriage (H). For this purpose, the cross-cut carriage has a fixing hole (E) on each side into which the cross-cut fence can be engaged with the fixing bolt (D) on the underside.
  • Page 40: Checking The Tape Measure For The Cross-Cut Fence

    9.6.1 Checking the tape measure for the cross-cut fence After mounting the cross-cut fence and at regular intervals, the accuracy of the tape measure should be checked and readjusted if necessary. Inside the fixing bolt (D) there is the grub screw (E) with SW 4 spanner size. This screw fixes the tape measure from the underside.
  • Page 41: Mounting The Rip Fence

    Mounting the Rip Fence To mount the rip fence on the machine, two persons are required. Figure 43: Mounting the rip fence • Remove the nuts (D) with an SW 22 open-ended spanner as well as the corresponding washers (E2) from all threaded bolts (C) of the separately supplied guide round bar (F).
  • Page 42: Operating The Rip Fence

    Operating the Rip Fence 9.9.1 Setting the Rip Fence The rip fence is used to feed the workpiece from the back of the machine (to the right of the saw blade). Important: For the operation of the rip fence, please also observe the hazard warnings and so- ...
  • Page 43: Mounting The Table Extension

    9.10 Mounting the Table Extension The lateral table extension can be mounted flush to the machine table in just a few steps. Figure 45: Mounting the table extension Figure 46: Height adjustment screws  Use a machine spirit level to align the table extension exactly! •...
  • Page 44: Eccentric Clamping Device

    9.12 Eccentric Clamping Device When machining workpieces (e.g. large panels) on the sliding table, the eccentric clamping device can be used as fixation and as an anti-kickback device. It can be used in combination with the cross-cut fence (see  9.6) as well as the clamping shoe (see  9.13), e.
  • Page 45: Commissioning

    • the extraction system is connected and in working order, • no persons are present in a danger zone of the machine. 10.1 Operating Switches The following controls are available on the control panel of the FKS 6-315/2300 sliding table saw: Pos. Description...
  • Page 46: Working With The Sliding Table Saw

    Working with the Sliding Table Saw 11.1 General Instructions • Always adjust the circular saw blade guard according to  Figure 32. The toothed rim of the circular saw blade must be reliably covered by the saw blade guard. • Feed the workpiece to the circular saw blade consistently in one pass (without interruption and without re- tracting it) until the end of the cutting process.
  • Page 47: Permitted Operations

    11.4 Permitted Operations 11.4.1 Longitudinal cutting of narrow Workpieces < 120 mm Procedure Saw blade • Set the stop profile of the rip fence to the desired cutting dimension. • Adjust the saw blade height and ensure that the saw blade guard is po- sitioned max.
  • Page 48: Cross-Cutting Of Narrow Or Short Workpieces

    11.4.5 Cross-cutting of narrow or short Workpieces Procedure Saw blade • Mount a deflector wedge on the table (as shown in  Figure 5) and pull the rip fence back far enough to allow safe retraction of the workpiece. • Fine cut circular saw blade Set the desired cutting dimension on the rip fence.
  • Page 49: Conditionally Permitted Operations

    11.5 Conditionally permitted Operations The operations described below are only conditionally permissible on this machine. Increased risk of injury due to workpiece kickback during subsequent operations! 11.5.1 Concealed Cutting (Rebating) Remark 1: This operation is only allowed without scoring saw (option). Remark 2: This operation must only be carried out with the optional overhead saw blade guard (see section ...
  • Page 50: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Proceed systematically when searching for the cause of a malfunction. If you are unable to find the fault or to remedy the malfunction, contact our customer service department (phone number: 0049 7571 / 755 - 0). Before you call us, please follow these steps: •...
  • Page 51: Faults With Optional Scoring Saw

    12.1 Faults with optional Scoring Saw Fault Possible Cause Remedy → Align correctly to main saw blade Scoring saw blade misaligned Workpiece tears out on → Adjust height correctly the underside during Scoring saw blade height incorrectly adjusted cutting → Install new scoring saw blade Scoring saw blade is worn out →...
  • Page 52: Maintenance And Inspection

    Maintenance and Inspection   Before carrying out any maintenance and inspection work, chapter 4 “Safety” must be read carefully and observed! Breakdowns caused by inadequate or improper maintenance can result in very high repair costs and long ma- chine downtimes. Regular maintenance is therefore essential. Switch off the machine during all maintenance and repair work and secure it against being switched on again unexpectedly! Lock the main switch with a padlock! Due to the different operating conditions, it is not possible to determine in advance how often a wear check,...
  • Page 53: Lubrication

    13.2 Lubrication The machine was subjected to a test run at the factory for a longer period of time and was already lubricated ready for operation. Relubrication before commissioning is therefore not necessary. • Clean all sliding/rolling parts weekly and check for smooth running. If necessary, lubricate with a thin oil. •...
  • Page 54: Checking The Saw Blade Guard

    13.4.4 Checking the Saw Blade Guard Check the condition of the saw blade guard daily before starting work: • The saw blade guard must not be cracked, bent or otherwise damaged. • The saw blade guard must be properly and securely fastened to the riving knife. •...
  • Page 55: Changing And Tensioning The Drive Belt

    13.7 Changing and Tensioning the Drive Belt Switch off the machine during belt replacement and retensioning and secure it against unauthorised restarting! Lock the main switch with a padlock! The drive belt should be replaced in the event of excessive wear, frayed flanks, traces of oil, porosity or if cross- sectional fractures are present.
  • Page 56: Taking The Machine Out Of Operation / Storage

    13.9 Taking the Machine out of Operation / Storage • When putting the machine out of operation, switch off the electrical system. • If the machine will not be used for a long time, clean the machine carefully after switching off the electrical system and treat the worktable and the other bare parts with an anti-corrosion agent.
  • Page 57: Electrical Circuit Diagram

    Electrical Circuit Diagram Figure 56: Electrical circuit diagram BA_WP_FKS6-315-2300_EN_36-22.docx...
  • Page 58: Options And Accessories

    Options and Accessories Use only the tools, accessories and spare parts specified by the manufacturer. The use of other tools, accessories or spare parts may cause injury to persons and damage to the machine. The manufacturer accepts no liability for any damage resulting from the use of tools, accessories or spare parts not specified by the manufacturer or from additional components supplied by third parties! 15.1 Circular Saw Blades...
  • Page 59: Disassembly And Scrapping

    Disassembly and Scrapping When dismantling and scrapping the machine, the current EU regulations or the respective regulations and laws of the country of operation, which are prescribed for proper dismantling and disposal, must be observed. The aim is to dismantle the machine and its various materials and components properly, to recycle all possible parts and to dispose of non-recyclable components in the most environmentally friendly way.
  • Page 60: Eu - Declaration Of Conformity

    EU - Declaration of Conformity in accordance with the EU Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC Annex II A The manufacturer, HOKUBEMA Maschinenbau GmbH Graf-Stauffenberg-Kaserne Binger Str. 28 | Halle 120 Phone: +49 (0) 7571 / 755 - 0 DE 72488 Sigmaringen (Germany) Fax: +49 (0) 7571 / 755 - 222 hereby declares that the manufactured machine...

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