Overview; Setup And Transport - Metabo KS 216 M Original Instructions Manual

Risk of injury by inhaled wood dust!
• Work only with a suitable dust collector attached
to the saw. The dust extraction unit must comply
with the values stated in chapter 16..
Reducing Dust Exposure:
• Some of the dust created using this power tool
may contain chemicals known to cause cancer,
allergic reactions, 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 towards yourself or nearby
persons or towards dust deposits,
– use an extraction unit and/or an air purifier,
– ensure good ventilation of the workplace and
keep it clean using a vacuum cleaner.
Sweeping or blowing stirs up dust.
– Vacuum or wash protective clothing. Do not
blow, beat or brush protective gear.
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 12. Accessories).
– Safety devices.
– Cutting line display
• Do not change any parts.
• Ensure that the speed indicated on the saw
blade is at least the same as the max. speed
indicated on the saw.
Hazard generated by machine defects!
• 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 fulfil all
conditions necessary to ensure perfect
operation of the unit.
• Do not used any damaged or contorted saw
blades.
Risk of injury by noise!
• Wear hearing protection.
Danger from blocking workpieces or
workpiece parts!
If blockage occurs:
1. switch machine off,
2. Pull the mains plug or remove the detachable
battery pack,
3. wear gloves,
4. Clear the blockage using a suitable tool.
4.2 Special safety instructions for
cordless machines:
Remove the battery pack from the machine before
making any adjustments, changing tools,
maintaining or cleaning.
Protect battery packs from water and
moisture!
Do not expose battery packs to fire!
Do not use faulty or deformed battery packs!
Do not open battery packs!
Do not touch or short circuit battery pack contacts!
A slightly acidic, flammable fluid may leak
from defective Li-Ion battery packs!
If battery fluid leaks out and comes into
contact with your skin, rinse immediately
with plenty of water. If battery fluid leaks out
and comes into contact with your eyes, wash them
with clean water and seek medical attention
immediately!
If the machine is defective, remove the battery
pack from the machine.
Transport of Li-Ion battery packs:
The shipping of Li-Ion battery packs is subject to
laws related to the carriage of hazardous goods
(UN 3480 and UN 3481). Inform yourself of the
currently valid specifications when shipping Li-Ion
battery packs. If necessary, consult your freight
forwarder. Certified packaging is available from
Metabo.
Only send the battery pack if the housing is intact
and no fluid is leaking. Remove the battery pack
from the machine for sending. Prevent the
contacts from short-circuiting (e.g. by protecting
them with adhesive tape).
4.3 Symbols on the machine (depends
on model)
Read instructions.
Never place hands into running saw
blade.
Hazard area Keep fingers, hands, and
arms out of this area if possible.
Wear protective goggles and ear
protectors.
Never operate the tool in a damp or wet
environment.
CAUTION Do not stare at operating lamp.
4.4 Safety Devices
Retractable blade guard (5)
The retractable blade guard protects against
unintentional contact with the saw blade and from
chips flying about.
Safety lock (26)
The machine can only be switched on if the safety
lock (right or left) is depressed.
Parallel guide/ ripping fence (25)
The parallel guide/ ripping fence prevents that the
workpiece can be moved during the cutting
process. During operation, the parallel guide/
ripping fence always has to be installed.
Make sure the additional profile (33) is set
correctly to support the workpiece in the best
manner possible and will not interfere with the
blade or the guard. Lock with the locking lever
(34).
Without turning the tool on and with no workpiece
on the table, move the saw blade through a
complete simulated cut to assure there will be no
interference or danger of cutting the additional
profile (33).
An incorrectly adjusted additional profile (33) can,
in the event of sloped cuts and double mitre cuts,
get in contact with the saw blade and thus lead to
serious injuries.
The additional profile (33) at the parallel guide/
ripping fence has to be moved for inclined cuts
after loosening the locking lever (34).
Only for KGS...305...(see Fig. A): This machine
has an additional profile on the right and left (33).
For specialised cuts, it may be necessary to
remove an additional profile (33). To remove it,
push the profile so that the 2 triangles are across
from one another. In this position, the additional
profile (33) can be pulled off from the top. After
completing the cut, re-attach the additional profile
(33) so that it is not lost.

5. Overview

See page 2.
The illustrations are regarded as exemplary
for all devices. Therefore, the equipment of
your device may differ from the illustrations.
1 Closing the chip bag
2 Chip bag
3 Dust extraction port
4 Stand bracket
5 Retractable blade guard
6 Longitudinal stop
7 Table
8 Turntable
9 Table insert
10 Locking lever for turntable
11 Pawl for snap-in positions
of the turntable *
12 Set screw for pulling device*
13 Allen key / tool storage for Allen key
14 Work clamp
15 Table extension
16 Locking lever of the table width extension
17 Saw blade lock
18 Saw handle
19 Cutting line display
20 Carrying handle / handles *
21 Hook for cable winding *
22 Locking lever for setting the angle of inclination
23 Locking button (to extend the angle of
inclination by +/- 2 °)
24 Transport lock
25 Parallel guide / ripping fence
26 Safety lock
27 On/off switch of the saw
28 Switch for the cutting line display
29 Battery pack release button *
30 Capacity indicator button *
31 Capacity and signal indicator *
32 Battery pack*
* depends on model / equipment

6. Setup and transport

KS 216 M: Mount locking lever for pitch
adjustment (22)
(See page 2, fig. top right)
1. Swivel turntable (8) to 0° position.
2. Unscrew the fixing screw from the hexagonal
bolt.
3. Put the locking lever (22) onto the hexagonal
bold and tighten in clockwise direction.
4. Pull off the locking lever (22) and put it back
onto the hexagonal bolt in an approximately
horizontal position and tighten it with the
fastening screw.
Install handle (20) if required (depending on
model)
• Fix the handle (20) as pictured.
Install table width extension (15) if required
(depending on model)
1. Remove right and left table width extension
from the transport packaging.
2. Insert the table width extension with folding
length guide (6) on the right side. Ensure the
correct side, since it will be difficult to remove
if the sides are mixed up.
3. Push in the button (35) and push the guide
rails of the table width extensions (15) fully
into the mounts. The button (35) will snap into
place and the table width extensions are
mounted.
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