EINHELL TC-CS 860 - Circular Saw Manual

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Read the operating instructions to reduce the risk of inquiry

Wear ear-muffs. The impact of noise can cause damage to hearing.

Wear a breathing mask. Dust which is injurious to health can be generated when working on wood and other materials. Never use the device to work on any materials containing asbestos!

Wear safety goggles. Sparks generated during working or splinters, chips and dust emitted by the device can cause loss of sight.

When using the equipment, a few safety precautions must be observed to avoid injuries and damage. Please read the complete operating instructions and safety regulations with due care. Keep this manual in a safe place, so that the information is available at all times. If you give the equipment to any other person, hand over these operating instructions and safety regulations as well. We cannot accept any liability for damage or accidents which arise due to a failure to follow these instructions and the safety instructions.

Safety regulations

The corresponding safety information can be found in the enclosed booklet.

Read all the safety information, instructions, illustrations and technical data provided on or with this power tool. Failure to adhere to the following instructions may result in electric shock, fi re and/or serious injury.
Keep all the safety information and instructions in a safe place for future use.

Layout and items supplied

Layout

(Fig. 1/3)

Figure 1

1. Handle
2. ON/OFF switch
3. Locking button
4. Locking screw for cutting depth setting
5. Lever for raising the soleplate
6. Soleplate
7. Saw blade
8. Locking screw for parallel stop
9. Parallel stop
   
   Figure 3
10. Connection for dust extraction system
11. Adapter for dust extraction system
12. Screw for securing the saw blade
13. Flange
14. Reset button

Items supplied

Please check that the article is complete as specified in the scope of delivery. If parts are missing, please contact our service center or the sales outlet where you made your purchase at the latest within 5 working days after purchasing the product and upon presentation of a valid bill of purchase. Also, refer to the warranty table in the service information at the end of the operating instructions.

• Open the packaging and take out the equipment with care.
• Remove the packaging material and any packaging and/or transportation braces (if available).
• Check to see if all items are supplied.
• Inspect the equipment and accessories for transport damage.
• If possible, please keep the packaging until the end of the guarantee period.

The equipment and packaging material are not toys. Do not let children play with plastic bags, foils or small parts. There is a danger of swallowing or suffocating!

• Mini Hand-Held Circular Saw
• Parallel stop
• Adapter for dust extraction system
• Allen key (2x)
• Original operating instructions
• Safety instructions

Proper use

The mini hand-held circular saw is designed for sawing straight cuts in wood, wood-type materials and plastics, using the appropriate blade. When you are cutting plastics, avoid overheating the tips of the blade as this could melt the material. Even tiles can be cut with this saw, provided the correct cutting wheel is fitted.

The equipment is to be used only for its prescribed purpose. Any other use is deemed to be a case of misuse. The user / operator and not the manufacturer will be liable for any damage or injuries of any kind caused as a result of this.

Please note that our equipment has not been designed for use in commercial, trade or industrial applications. Our warranty will be voided if the machine is used in commercial, trade or industrial businesses or for equivalent purposes.

Technical data

Mains voltage: 230-240 V ~ 50 Hz

Power input: 450 W

Idling speed: 6,000 min^-1

Cutting depth: max. 23 mm

Saw blade: Ø 85 mm

Blade holder: Ø 10 mm

Protection class: II/

Weight: 2.0 kg

Sound and vibration
Sound and vibration values were measured in accordance with EN 62841.

L_pA sound pressure level: 85.5 dB(A)

K_pA uncertainty: 3 dB

L_WA sound power level: 96.5 dB(A)

K_WA uncertainty: 3 dB

Wear ear-muffs.
The impact of noise can cause damage to hearing.

Total vibration values (vector sum of three directions) determined in accordance with EN 62841.

Handle
Vibration emission value a_h = 3.496 m/s²
K uncertainty = 1.5 m/s²

The stated vibration emission levels and stated noise emission values were measured in accordance with a set of standardized criteria and can be used to compare one power tool with another.

The stated vibration emission levels and stated noise emission values can also be used to make an initial assessment of exposure.

The vibration and noise emission levels may vary from the level specified during actual use, depending on the way in which the power tool is used, especially the type of workpiece it is used for.

Keep the noise emissions and vibrations to a minimum.

• Only use appliances which are in perfect working order.
• Service and clean the appliance regularly.
• Adapt your working style to suit the appliance.
• Do not overload the appliance.
• Have the appliance serviced whenever necessary.
• Switch the appliance off when it is not in use.
• Wear protective gloves.

Residual risks
Even if you use this electric power tool in accordance with instructions, certain residual risks cannot be rules out. The following hazards may arise in connection with the equipment's construction and layout:

1. Lung damage if no suitable protective dust mask is used.
2. Damage to hearing if no suitable ear protection is used.
3. Health damage caused by hand-arm vibrations if the equipment is used over a prolonged period or is not properly guided and maintained.

Before starting the equipment

Before you connect the equipment to the mains supply make sure that the data on the rating plate are identical to the mains data.

Always pull the power plug before making adjustments to the equipment.

Setting the cutting depth

Figure 2

• Undo the locking screw for setting the cutting depth (4).
• Set the cutting depth in accordance with the scale (a).
• When cutting wood or plastic the selected cutting depth should be a little larger than the material thickness.
• To prevent damage to underlying surfaces, the cutting depth can be set exactly to the thickness of the material. However, this will result in a slightly unclean cut.

Extraction of dust and chips

(Figure 3)

Connect your tool to an extraction unit or vacuum cleaner. This will provide excellent extraction of chips and dust from the workpiece. The benefits are that you will protect both the equipment and your own health. Your work area will also be clean and safe.

• Attach the adapter for the dust extraction system (11) to the connection for the dust extraction system (10).
• You can then connect a suitable vacuum cleaner (not supplied) to the dust extraction system adapter (11).

Parallel stop

(Figure 4&5)

• The parallel stop (9) enables you to saw parallel lines.
• Loosen the locking screw for the parallel stop (8) on the saw foot (6).
• To assemble, slide the parallel stop (9) into the guide (a) on the saw foot (6) (see Figure 4).
  
  Figure 4
• Set the required spacing and then tighten the locking screw (8) again.
• Using the parallel stop: Position the parallel stop (9) flat on the edge of the workpiece and start the cut.
  
  Figure 5

Operation

Working with the mini hand-held circular saw

• Always hold the mini hand-held circular saw firmly.
• Do not use force! Push forwards gently and evenly with the mini hand-held circular saw.
• The waste piece should be on the left-hand side of the mini hand-held circular saw so that the wide section of the support bench supports its full area.
• If you are sawing down a line that has been drawn, guide the mini hand-held circular saw along the corresponding notch.
• Clamp small pieces of wood securely before sawing them. Never hold them with your hand.
• Always follow the safety instructions. Wear safety goggles.
• Do not use defective saw blades or blades that are cracked or broken.
• Do not use any flanges / flange nuts whose bore hole is larger or smaller than those in the saw blade.
• The saw blade must not be decelerated by hand or by applying lateral pressure to the blade.
• The soleplate must not jam and must return to its initial position after the operation has been completed.
• Before you use the mini hand-held circular saw, check the function of the soleplate with the mains plug disconnected.
• Before you use the machine, ensure that the safety equipment such as the soleplate, flanges and adjustment devices are in working order and are correctly adjusted and secure.
• You can connect a suitable dust extraction system to the dust extraction adapter (11). Ensure that the dust extraction system is safely and correctly connected.

Always pull out the power plug before doing any work on the circular saw!

Using the mini hand-held circular saw

• Select a suitable blade for the material you wish to saw.
• Check the condition and sharpness of the blade.
• Set the cutting depth.
• Pick up the tool and make sure that no air vents are covered.
• Switch on the tool and wait for a few seconds for the blade to reach operating speed.
• Press the locking button (3) and, applying a little pressure, slowly lower the tool into the workpiece.
• Push the saw forwards through the workpiece. Never cut backwards!
• Exert only little pressure on the tool when cutting.
• The base plate must always lie flat on the workpiece.
• Before you start your sawing work on the workpiece, you can raise the soleplate (6) with the lever (5) as shown in Fig. 6. Starting the sawing work is then easier when you want to begin at the edge of a workpiece.

Switching ON/OFF

(Fig. 1)

To switch on: Slide the ON/OFF switch (2) forwards and hold.
To switch off: Release the ON/OFF switch (2)

Notice!
Carry out a trial cut in a piece of waste wood

Changing the saw blade

(Fig. 1-7&8)

Always pull out the power plug before doing any work on the circular saw!

Use only saw blades which comply with standard EN 847-1 and are of the same type as the saw blade supplied with this circular saw. Ask your dealer for advice.

The mini hand-held circular saw must not be operated with the Allen key inserted in it.

• Undo the screw for securing the saw blade (12) by turning it in clockwise direction with the Allen key (a) while at the same time holding on the opposite side with the Allen key (b).
  
  Figure 7
  
• Press the locking button (3) and use the lever (5) to raise the adjustable soleplate (6) and hold.
  
  Figure 6
  
• Remove the saw blade (7) in a downwards direction.
  
  Figure 8
  
• Clean the flange and insert the new saw blade. Pay attention to the running direction (see arrow on the housing (c) and saw blade).
• Tighten the screw to secure the saw blade (12), check it runs true.
• Before you press the On/Off switch, make sure that the saw blade is correctly fitted and that moving parts run smoothly and the clamping screws are tightened securely.

Replacing the drive belt

(Fig. 9-10)

• The belt should be replaced by a trained expert.
• The drive belt (B) must be replaced if it is worn.
• Undo the screw (a) and remove side belt cover (A).
  
  Figure 9
  
• Unscrew the screw from the belt pulley (C) and remove the disk from on top of the belt pulley.
• Remove the worn drive belt (B) and clean the two belt pulleys (C/D).
• Place the new drive belt on the belt pulley (C) and pull the belt onto the belt pulley (D) whilst turning the shaft.
• Make sure that the drive belt is properly seated on the belt pulleys.
• Place the disk back on the belt pulley (C) and secure it with the screw.
• Fit the belt cover (A) and secure it with the screw (a).
  
  Figure 10

Reset button

(Fig. 11)

In case of overloading, e.g. due to the saw blade becoming jammed, the equipment will shut down automatically. To restart, you must first press the reset button (14). The equipment can then be operated as normal.

Figure 11

Replacing the power cable

If the power cable for this equipment is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or its after-sales service or similarly trained personnel to avoid danger.

Cleaning, maintenance and ordering of spare parts

Always pull out the mains power plug before starting any cleaning work.

Cleaning

• Keep all safety devices, air vents and the motor housing free of dirt and dust as far as possible. Wipe the equipment with a clean cloth or blow it with compressed air at low pressure.
• We recommend that you clean the device immediately each time you have finished using it.
• Clean the equipment regularly with a moist cloth and some soft soap. Do not use cleaning agents or solvents; these could attack the plastic parts of the equipment. Ensure that no water can seep into the device. The ingress of water into an electric tool increases the risk of an electric shock.

Carbon brushes

In case of excessive sparking, have the carbon brushes checked only by a qualified electrician.

The carbon brushes should not be rep laced by anyone but a qualified electrician.

Maintenance

There are no parts inside the equipment which require additional maintenance.

Ordering replacement parts

Please quote the following data when ordering replacement parts:

• Type of machine
• Article number of the machine
• Identification number of the machine
• Replacement part number of the part required

For our latest prices and information please go to www.isc-gmbh.info

Storage

Store the equipment and accessories in a dark and dry place at above freezing temperature. The ideal storage temperature is between 5 and 30°C. Store the electric tool in its original packaging.

Service information

We have competent service partners in all countries named on the guarantee certificate whose contact details can also be found on the guarantee certificate. These partners will help you with all service requests such as repairs, spare and wearing part orders or the purchase of consumables.

Please note that the following parts of this product are subject to normal or natural wear and that the following parts are therefore also required for use as consumables.

* Not necessarily included in the scope of delivery!

In the effect of defects or faults, please register the problem on the internet at www.isc-gmbh.info.
Please ensure that you provide a precise description of the problem and answer the following questions in all cases:

• Did the equipment work at all or was it defective from the beginning?
• Did you notice anything (symptom or defect) prior to the failure?
• What malfunction does the equipment have in your opinion (main symptom)?
  Describe this malfunction.

Documents / Resources

References

• iSC Onlineshop

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