Overview - Metabo TS 254 M Original Instructions Manual

• Do not attempt to stop the saw blade by pushing
the workpiece against its side.
• Ensure that the device is separated from the
mains power before you transport the machine
or carry out any setting, retrofitting,
maintenance or cleaning.
• Ensure that when switching on (e.g. after
servicing) no tools or loose parts are left on or in
the machine.
Cutting hazard, even with the cutting
tool at standstill!
• Wear gloves when changing cutting tools.
• Store saw blade in such manner that nobody will
get hurt.
Danger from workpiece kickback!
• Always work with a properly set splitting wedge.
• Do not jam any work pieces.
• Make sure the saw blade is suitable for the
workpiece material.
• Cut thin or thin-walled workpieces only with fine-
toothed saw blades.
• Always use sharp saw blades.
• If in doubt, check work piece for inclusion of
foreign matter (e.g. nails or screws).
• Cut only stock of dimensions that can be safely
held during cutting.
Entangelement hazard!
• Ensure that no parts of the body or clothing can
be caught and drawn in by rotating components
(no neckties, no gloves, no loose-fitting clothes;
contain long hair with hairnet).
• Never attempt to cut any workpieces which
contain
– ropes,
– strings,
– cords,
– cables or
– wires, or to which any of the above are
attached.
Hazard generated by insufficient
personal protection gear!
• Wear hearing protection.
• Wear safety glasses.
• Wear dust mask.
• Wear suitable work clothes.
• When working outdoors wearing of non-slip
shoes is recommended.
Risk of injury by inhaled wood dust!
• Some types of wood dust (e.g. beech, oak, ash)
may cause cancer when inhaled. Work only with
a suitable dust collector attached to the saw.
The dust extraction unit must comply with the
values stated in chapter 8.1.
Reducing dust exposure:
• Some of the dust created using this power tool
may contain chemicals known to cause cancer,
allergic reaction, respiratory disease, birth
defects or other reproductive harm. Some
examples of such substances are, lead (in paint
containing lead), additives used for wood
treatment (chromate, wood preservatives),
some wood types (such as oak or beech dust).
• The risk from exposure to such substances will
depend on how long the user or nearby persons
are being exposed.
• Do not let particles enter the body.
• To reduce exposure to these substances: work
in a well ventilated area and wear protective
equipment, such as dust masks that are
specially designed to filter out microscopic
particles.
• Observe the relevant guidelines for your
material, staff, application and place of
application (e.g. occupational health and safety
regulations, disposal).
• Collect the particles generated at the source,
avoid deposits in the surrounding area.
• Use the supplied dust collection unit and a
suitable extraction unit. In this way, fewer
particles enter the environment in an
uncontrolled manner.
• Reduce dust exposure with the following
measures:
– do not direct the escaping particles and the
exhaust air stream at yourself or nearby
persons or on dust deposits.
– use an extraction unit and/or air purifiers.
– ensure good ventilation of the workplace and
keep clean using a vacuum cleaner. Sweeping
or blowing stirs up dust.
– Vacuum or wash the protective clothing. Do
not blow, beat or brush.
Hazard generated by modification of
the machine or use of parts not tested and
approved by the equipment manufacturer
• Assemble the machine in strict accordance with
these instructions.
• Use only parts approved by the manufacturer.
This applies especially to:
– saw blades (for order numbers, refer to
chapter 13. Accessories);
– Safety devices.
• Do not change any parts.
Hazard generated by machine defects!
• Keep the machine and accessories in good
repair. Observe the maintenance instructions.
• Before every use check the machine for
possible damage: before operating the machine
all safety devices, protective guards or slightly
damaged parts need to be checked for proper
function as specified. Check to see that all
moving parts work properly and do not jam. All
parts must be correctly installed and meet all
conditions necessary for the proper operation of
the machine.
• Damaged protection devices or parts must be
repaired or replaced by a qualified specialist.
Have damaged switches replaced by a service
centre. Do not operate the machine if the switch
can not be turned ON or OFF.
Risk of injury by noise!
• Wear hearing protection.
• Make sure the splitting wedge is not bent. A
bent splitting wedge will push the workpiece
against the side of the saw blade, causing
noise.
Danger from blocking workpieces or
workpiece parts!
If blockage occurs:
1. switch machine off,
2. unplug mains cable,
3. wear gloves,
4. Clear the blockage using a suitable tool.
4.6 Symbols on the Machine
Information on the nameplate:
a
b
c
d
e f g
a Manufacturer
b Serial number
c Device designation
d Motor specifications (see also "Technical
data")
e CE mark – This machine conforms to the EC
directives as per Declaration of Conformity
f Year of manufacture
g Waste disposal symbol - the machine can be
disposed of through the manufacturer
h Dimensions of permissible saw blades
Safety symbol
Danger!
Disregard of the following warnings
may lead to serious personal injury or
material damage.
Read instructions.
Never place hands into running saw
blade.
Wear protective goggles
Wear ear protectors.
Never operate the tool in a damp or wet
environment.
4.7 Safety Devices
Splitting wedge
The splitting wedge (5) prevents the workpiece
from being caught by the rising teeth of the saw
blade and being propelled against the operator.
Always have the splitting wedge installed during
operation.
Blade guard
The blade guard (7) protects against unintentional
contact with the saw blade and from chips flying
about.
Always have blade guard installed during
operation.
Push stick
The push stick (12) serves as an extension of the
hand to guide the workpiece safely past the saw
blade, and protects against accidental contact
with the saw blade.
Always use push stick if distance between saw
blade and ripping fence is less than 150 mm.
Guide the push stick at an angle of 20° ... 30°
against the saw table's surface.
If the push stick is not used, it has to be stored
with the machine.
Replace push stick if damaged.

5. Overview

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2 Clamping lever for securing the mitre fence
3 Table extension
4 Table insert
5 Splitting wedge
6 Clamping lever for fastening the blade guard
7 Blade guard
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8 Rip fence
9 Table extension
10 Knurled nut for fine setting of the parallel limit
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stop
11 Clamping lever for securing the ripping fence
12 Push stick
13 Push stick holder
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