User Manual translation Panel Saw K3 basic/K3 winner Keep this manual handy and in good condition for continual reference! Dok.ID: 503010-902_02 • Englisch • 2009-10-27...
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Panel Saw K3 basic/K3 winner Attention: The machine must be inspected immediately on arrival. If the machine was damaged during transport or if any parts are missing, a written record of the problems must be submitted to the forwar- ding agent and a damage report compiled.
Safety break switches ...................24 5.5.2 Sliding table catch ..................25 5.5.3 Saw guards....................25 Operation and display elements ..............25 Transport, packaging and storage ..................26 Safety instructions ..................26 Transport.....................26 6.2.1 Transport locking device................27 6.2.2 Transport devices for the circular saw K3 basic ..........27...
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Panel Saw K3 basic/K3 winner Table of Contents 6.2.3 Transport with a crane ..................28 6.2.4 Transport with a fork lift truck.................28 6.2.5 Transporting with a pallet jack ...............29 6.2.5.1 Unloading....................29 6.2.5.2 Transporting the machine ................29 6.2.6 Transport with a rolling carriage ..............30 Transport inspection..................30...
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Panel Saw K3 basic/K3 winner Table of Contents 8.14 Outrigger table....................57 8.14.1 Assembling/disassembling the outrigger table ..........57 Operation ......................... 58 Safety instructions ..................58 Switching on the machine ................59 9.2.1 Alternating-current motor ................59 9.2.2 Three-phase alternating current motor .............59 Switching off the machine ................60 Emergency stop ...................61...
Panel Saw K3 basic/K3 winner General 1 General 1.1 Explanation of symbols Important technical safety instructions in this manual are these particular cases, special attention must be paid in marked with symbols. order to avoid accidents, injury to persons or material These instructions for work safety must be followed.
Panel Saw K3 basic/K3 winner General 1.3 Liability and warranty The contents and instructions in this manual were com- delivery contents are dependent on custom-build specifi- piled in consideration of current regulations and state of cations, add-on options or recent technical modifications...
Panel Saw K3 basic/K3 winner General 1.7 Disposal If the machine is to be disposed of, separate the com- jeopar-dise public health. International environmental ponents into the various materials groups in order to regulations and local disposal laws must always be allow them to be reused or selectively disposed of.
2.1 Intended use The HAMMER K3 basic/K3 winner circular saw is only Operational safety is guaranteed only when the machine to be used to machine wood or other machinable mate- is used for its intended purposes.
Panel Saw K3 basic/K3 winner Safety 2.4 Responsibilities of the owner operator This manual must be kept in the immediate vicinity of as well as current environmental stipulations that apply to the machine and be accessible at all times to all persons the operational range of the machine.
Panel Saw K3 basic/K3 winner Safety 2.7 Personal safety When working on or with the machine, the following must be strictly observed: Persons with long hair who are not wearing a hairnet are not permitted to work on or with the machine.
Panel Saw K3 basic/K3 winner Safety 2.9 Other risks Warning: Even if the safety measures are followed, there are still certain residual risks that must be consi- dered when working on the machine: • Risk of cutting injuries, especially when changing the •...
Panel Saw K3 basic/K3 winner Declaration of Conformity 3 Declaration of Conformity EG-Declaration of Conformity according to Machine Guidelines 98/37/EG, Appendix II A Manufacturer: Felder KG KR-FELDER-STR. 1 A-6060 Hall in Tirol We hereby declare that the machine indicated below, which corresponds to the design and construction of the model we put on the market, conforms with the safety and health requirements as stated by the EC.
Panel Saw K3 basic/K3 winner Specifications 4.3 Electrical connection Mains voltage 230/400 ±10% V Safeguarding 16 A Triggering characteristic The transport width measures under 800 mm. This makes it possible to transport the machine through doorways. 4.4 Drive motor The actual values can be found on the data plate.
Panel Saw K3 basic/K3 winner Specifications 4.6 Noise emission The specified values are emission values and therefore and other ambient influences. The permissible workplace do not represent safe workplace values. Even though a values may also differ from country to country. Neverthe-...
DIN EN 847-1 standards and • which are marked with „MAN“! Only use grooving tools designed for wood purposes! Attention: Only use original manufacturer tools (see HAMMER-catalogue). Circular saw blades Diameter 250 bis 315 mm Chisel, without driver...
Panel Saw K3 basic/K3 winner Setting up the machine 5.2 Accessories Table extension for K3 basic Order No. 500-101 To correctly place the piece to be cut for long cuts (As- sembly instructions „Table extension“). Table extension Fig. 5: Table extension...
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Panel Saw K3 basic/K3 winner Setting up the machine Trimming equipment Order No. 500-110 For safe and precise work when trimming (Assembly instructions „Trimming equipment“). Trimming equipment Fig. 8: Trimming shoe Table Extension 400 mm Order No. 503-137 To correctly place the piece to be cut for long cuts (As- sembly instructions „Extensible support”).
• Year of construction Maschinen + Werkzeuge für Holz Machines + tools for wood • Manufacturer info Machines + Outillage pour le bois Made by Hammer AUSTRIA EUROPE A-6060 HALL Loretto 42 Tel.: 05223/45090 Fax 05223/45099 Fig. 14: Data plate...
Panel Saw K3 basic/K3 winner Setting up the machine 5.4 Main switch The main switch is located on the back of the machine. • Position „0“: Mains voltage Off • Position “l”: Mains voltage On Main switch Fig. 15: Main switch ...
Panel Saw K3 basic/K3 winner Setting up the machine 5.5.2 Sliding table catch The sliding table can be locked into the centre position by the thumb screw. Thumb screw " Sliding table " Fig. 17: Sliding table catch 5.5.3 Saw guard Warning! Risk of injury! When working with the circular saw blade, the machine‘s saw blade should be...
Panel Saw K3 basic/K3 winner Transport, packaging and storage 6 Transport, packaging and storage 6.1 Safety instructions Warning! Danger – electric current: There is a risk of injury due to falling parts while transporting, loading or unloading the machine. Attention! Risk of material damage: The machine can be damaged or destroyed if it is subjected to im- proper handling during transport.
Warning! Risk of injury! Remove the transportation device immediately after moving the machine. Affix the transport device (Option) onto the frame to transport the K3 basic circular saw with a fork lift truck or pallet jack (Assembly instructions “Transport device”).
Panel Saw K3 basic/K3 winner Transport, packaging and storage 6.2.3 Transport with a crane Only use belts or chains to transport the machine. Fig. 22: Transport with a crane Attention! Risk of material damage! The machine must not be lifted by the work table, sliding table or...
40 x 40 mm " Unloading ramp 950 x 750 x 25 mm Fig. 25: Transport with a pallet jack – Example: K3 basic 6.2.5.2 Transporting the machine K3 basic: Push the pallet jack forks into the machine frame cut-out holes and under the transport device.
Panel Saw K3 basic/K3 winner Transport, packaging and storage 6.2.6 Transport with a rolling carriage The rolling carriage is mounted to the machine base (As- sembly instructions „Rolling carriage with 4 rollers“ and „Lifting bar“). Rolling carriage with 4 rollers "...
Panel Saw K3 basic/K3 winner Transport, packaging and storage 6.5 Storage Keep items sealed in their packaging until they are assembled/installed and be sure to observe the stacking and storage symbols on the outside of the packaging. Store packed items only under the following conditions: •...
Panel Saw K3 basic/K3 winner Setup and installation 7 Setup and installation 7.1 Safety instructions Warning! Risk of injury: Improper assembly and installation can lead to serious bodily injury or equip- ment damage. For this reason this work may only be carried out by authorised, trained personnel who are familiar with the operation of the machine and in strict observance of all safety instructions.
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Panel Saw K3 basic/K3 winner Setup and installation 1. Transport the machine to the installation site as in- structed in the „Transport“ chapter and the enclosed transport or installation instructions. 2. Position the machine with the aid of a spirit level to ensure that the machine functions precisely and oper- ates smoothly.
Panel Saw K3 basic/K3 winner Setup and installation 7.3 Assembly 7.3.1 Sliding table Attention: Due to transport reasons, the sliding table, depending on its length, may be packaged separately. Two to three additional helpers, depending on the cutting length, are required to install the machine.
Volume flow, rpm (New at Format4 20 m/s) 814+35 1900 m³/h 680 1900 m³/h Attention! The vacuum hoses must be flame retardant. Only use original HAMMER vacuum hoses! • The vacuum system must produce the required vacu- Before putting the machine into operation for the first um and air flow.
Attention: Do not open the machine‘s switch box without the express consent of the HAMMER service de- partment. Violating this stipulation shall render the right to make claims under the warranty null and void.
Panel Saw K3 basic/K3 winner Making adjustments and preparations 8 Making adjustments and preparations 8.1 Safety instructions Warning! Risk of injury: Improper adjustment and working setup can lead to serious bodily injury or material damage. For this reason this work may only be carried out by authorised, trained personnel who are familiar with the operation of the machine and in strict observance of all safety instructions.
Panel Saw K3 basic/K3 winner Making adjustments and preparations 8.3 Crosscut fence on the sliding table ! " 1. Thread the clamping part of the crosscut fence into the groove of the sliding table and move right up to the stop screw (in the groove).
Panel Saw K3 basic/K3 winner Making adjustments and preparations Clamping lever " Crosscut fence End stop Thumb screws " 90°-Position: 1. Loosen the clamping lever and thumb screws. 2. Tilt the crosscut fence, until it stops against the end Fig. 39: Adjust the crosscut fence stop.
- Retighten the four flat nuts. 4. Clamp the clamping lever. " Scale Track Fig.. 42: Parallel cutting fence K3 basic " Indicator Nuts Clamping lever Attention! When using a table extension, the distance between the upper edge of the track and the upper edge of the table has to measure 17 mm exactly so that the position of the table extension is level with that of the table.
Clamping lever " " Clamping lever Thumb nut Fig. 44: Parallel cutting fence K3 basic Attention: Always carry out the adjustment towards the circular saw to be able to compensate for the thread clearance. K3 winner: 1. Loosen the knurled handle.
Clamping lever " " Clamping lever Track Fig. 47: Parallel cutting fence K3 basic K3 winner: It may be necessary to remove the parallel cutting fence when machining large panels. 1. Loosen the knurled handle. 2. Remove the parallel cutting fence from the back of "...
Panel Saw K3 basic/K3 winner Making adjustments and preparations 8.7.5 Swinging out Attention: Swinging out is only possible with the K3 winner circular saw. Swinging the parallel cutting fence out may be necessary e.g. to machine large panels. 1. Loosen the thumb screw.
Fig. 53: Prepare the machine to operate 8.9 Saw blade 8.9.1 Tools Warning! Risk of injury! Only use saw blades , Only use original HAMMER tools (HAMMER-catalogue). • which have an authorised speed higher than the speed of the saw arbor, •...
Panel Saw K3 basic/K3 winner Making adjustments and preparations 8.9.2 Setting the height/angle of cut The machine is only equipped with a single hand wheel. " Depending on the adjustment to be made, place the hand wheel on the appropriate shaft.
Panel Saw K3 basic/K3 winner Making adjustments and preparations Attention: Only use original manufacturer tools! Attention! Minimum tightening torque: 20 Nm! 8.10 Splitter 8.10.1 Loosening/adjusting the splitter " 1. Prepare to change tooling. 2. Loosen the nut. 3. Move the splitter so that there is always a space of 3 to 8 mm between the saw blade and the splitter.
Panel Saw K3 basic/K3 winner Making adjustments and preparations 8.10.2 Assembling/removing/changing the splitter " Removing the splitter: 1. Loosen the nut. 2. Remove the splitter. 3. Tighten the nut. " Splitter Fig. 57: Removing the splitter Attention! Operation without the splitter is only allowed if dado tooling is used!
Panel Saw K3 basic/K3 winner Making adjustments and preparations 1. Loosen the nut. " 2. Remove the splitter if required. 3. Fit the splitter in. Take care that the splitter holder studs fit in the split- ter groove. 4. Adjust the splitter.
Panel Saw K3 basic/K3 winner Making adjustments and preparations 8.12 Scoring unit blades 8.12.1 Tools Only use original HAMMER tools (HAMMER-catalogue). Only the following tools are allowed: Scoring unit blades Diameter, max. 80 mm Chisel 20 mm Speed 10000 min Cutting height, max.
Panel Saw K3 basic/K3 winner Making adjustments and preparations 8.12.4 Adjusting the width The scoring blade consists of two saw blades discs and " several spacer washers. 1. Use as many spacer washers as necessary so as to attain the required width.
Panel Saw K3 basic/K3 winner Making adjustments and preparations Attention: Only use original manufacturer tools (HAMMER-catalogue)! 5. Fit the scoring flange on and hold in place with the special spanner. 6. Tighten the flat-head screw clockwise with an Allen key.
Fig. 66: Scoring blade/Scoring flange/Flat-head screw/Special spanner 8.13 Grooving tools 8.13.1 Tools Warning: Risk of injury: Only use grooving tools, which are suited to manual operation! Only use original HAMMER tools (HAMMER-catalogue). Only the following left-hand cutting tools are authorised: Slitting saw CE-Specifications Diameter, max.
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Panel Saw K3 basic/K3 winner Making adjustments and preparations & 1. Preparing to change tooling. 2. Move the saw blade to the lowest position. 3. Set the saw blade to a 90° angle. 4. Hold the circular saw flange with an open-end span- ner.
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Panel Saw K3 basic/K3 winner Making adjustments and preparations Attention: Only use original manufacturer tools (HAMMER-catalogue)! " 17. Replace the flange. 18. Hold the circular saw flange with an open-end spanner. 19. Screw in the socket head cap screw with the Allen key.
Panel Saw K3 basic/K3 winner Making adjustments and preparations 8.13.3 Unchucking the grooving tools – Retool to a saw blade operation Required tools: • Allen key 10 mm " • Spanner SW 24 mm • Allen key 4 mm Wooden loading board "...
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13. Mount the saw blade onto the saw blade arbor. Loading board Flange Fig. 76: Rear flange/Loading board Attention: Only use original manufacturer tools (HAMMER-catalogue)! " 14. Replace the flange. 15. Hold the circular saw flange with an open-end spanner.
Panel Saw K3 basic/K3 winner Making adjustments and preparations 8.14 Outrigger table 8.14.1 Assembling/disassembling the outrigger table Assembling the outrigger table: 1. Place the outrigger table onto the support shaft. 2. Place the outrigger table onto the support shaft. 3. Fix with a thumb screw.
Panel Saw K3 basic/K3 winner Operation 9 Operation 9.1 Safety instructions Warning: Risk of injury: Improper operation may lead to severe bodily injury or material damage. For this reason this work may only be carried out by authorised, trained personnel who are familiar with the operation of the machine and in strict observance of all safety instructions.
Panel Saw K3 basic/K3 winner Operation 9.2 Switching on the machine Warning: Risk of injury due to insufficient preparation! It is only permitted to switch on the machine if, for the work at hand, the required preconditions are fulfilled and any preliminary work is completed. For this reason the instructions for adjusting, fitting and operating (see the corresponding chapters) must be read before switching on the machine.
Panel Saw K3 basic/K3 winner Operation 2. Press down and then release the green push button. " Push button " Fig. 81: Push button 9.3 Switching off the machine 1. Circular saw and scoring unit: - Push and release the red push button.
Panel Saw K3 basic/K3 winner Operation 9.4 Emergency stop 1. Circular saw and scoring unit: - Push and release the red push button. Push button Fig. 84: Push button 2. If available: switch off the main switch (position „0“) and secure.
Panel Saw K3 basic/K3 winner Operation 9.6 Work stations Warning: Risk of injury! • Danger of injury due to ejected workpieces. (e.g. Therefore never stand directly in the cutting line of the cutting tools, branches, trimmings). saw blade whilst it is operating (whilst in cutting or idling •...
Panel Saw K3 basic/K3 winner Operation 9.7.2 Prohibited working techniques The following work techniques are strictly forbidden when using the circular saw: • All work techniques without the use of the parallel cutting fence, cross fence or outrigger • Detaching the splitter for single cuts •...
Panel Saw K3 basic/K3 winner Operation Warning: Risk of injury: Trimming may only take place if using a trimming shoe! Using trimming equipment: 1. Take note of general procedures for authorised working techniques. 2. Mount the trimming equipment (Assembly instructions „Trimming equipment“).
Panel Saw K3 basic/K3 winner Operation 9.7.6 Cutting battens 1. General procedures for authorised working tech- niques. 2. Convert the guide at the parallel cutting fence to a narrow guide edge. 3. Adjust the parallel cutting fence to the desired meas- urement.
Panel Saw K3 basic/K3 winner Operation 9.7.8 Cross-cutting at the parallel cutting fence 1. Take note of general procedures for authorised work- ing techniques. 2. Adjust the parallel cutting fence to the desired meas- urement. 3. Set the fence plate (guide):...
Panel Saw K3 basic/K3 winner Operation 9.7.10 Cutting with an outrigger Warning! Risk of injury: An outrigger with an outrigger table is required when working with heavy work- pieces and especially when working with large panels! Rough cut: 1. Take note of general procedures for authorised work- ing techniques.
Panel Saw K3 basic/K3 winner Operation 9.7.11 Groove cuts Warning: Risk of injury! • Groove cuts may only be carried out with an over- piece safely is not guaranteed. A higher auxiliary head saw guard! Do not use a saw guard! fence must be used to ensure that the work-piece is •...
Panel Saw K3 basic/K3 winner Operation 9.7.12 Working with grooving tools Warning: Risk of injury! • Groove cuts may only be carried out with an • Remove the splitter. overhead saw guard! Do not use a saw guard! • Do not pull back the parallel cutting fence‘s guide! 1.
Scoring belt Check. Dust Extractor Check efficiency. Every 6 months Dust brush (outrigger arm) Clean and if necessary, renew. After wear and tear Scraper (Ball cage) Renew. Attention: Cleaning and care products are available as accessories (HAMMER-catalogue).
Panel Saw K3 basic/K3 winner Maintenance 10.3 Cleaning the bearing tracks 1. Switch the machine off and ensure that it cannot be switched on again. 2. Remove dust and shavings from the bearing tracks. 3. Remove any resin residue: resin remover Order No.
Panel Saw K3 basic/K3 winner Maintenance 10.5 Tightening/replacing the drive belt 10.5.1 Tensioning the drive belt ! " 1. Switch the machine off and ensure that it cannot be switched on again. 2. Loosen the screw and remove the guard plate.
Panel Saw K3 basic/K3 winner Maintenance Attention! Risk of material damage! Do not over-tension the drive belt. Turn the belt-tightening screw only until the drive belt is sufficiently tensioned to transmit power effectively. 10.6 Checking the scoring belt The scoring belt is tensioned elastically and thus maintenance free.
Panel Saw K3 basic/K3 winner Maintenance 10.8 Renewing the sliding table scraper blade (ball cage) 1. Switch the machine off and ensure that it cannot be switched on again. 2. Disassemble the sliding table. " 3. Remove wheel bolts and worn scrapers.
Panel Saw K3 basic/K3 winner Maintenance On the side from which the sliding table should be pushed from the base: 8. Pull the sliding table from the base. Base " Sliding table length " Fig. 111: Base/Sliding table length 10.10 Assembling the sliding table 1.
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Panel Saw K3 basic/K3 winner Maintenance On the base: 8. Screw flat head screws in. 9. Screw in the socket head cap screws with washers. 10. Screw the base cover on with fillister head screws. & & Washers Socket head cap screws...
Panel Saw K3 basic/K3 winner Faults 11 Faults 11.1 Safety instructions Warning! Risk of injury: Repairing faults incorrectly can result in personal injury or damage the machine. For this reason this work may only be carried out by authorised, trained personnel who are familiar with the operation of the machine and in strict observance of all safety instructions.
Panel Saw K3 basic/K3 winner Faults 11.4 Faults, causes and repairs Problem Cause Repair Machine does not start. Sliding cover open/Safety break Prepare the machine to operate. switches activated. Error in the electrical contact. Check the electrical connection (con- necting lead, fuses).
Panel Saw K3 basic/K3 winner Faults Attention: Readjusting the height is only possible with the K3 winner circular saw. 11.7 Adjusting/correcting the parallel cutting fence angle Attention: Readjusting the angle is only possible with the K3 winner circular saw.
Panel Saw K3 basic/K3 winner Faults 11.8 Adjusting the locking force of the parallel cutting fence Attention: Adjusting the clamping force is only possible with the K3 winner circular saw. Attention! Risk of material damage! Only adjust if the clamping force of the parallel cutting fence is not sufficient.
Panel Saw K3 basic/K3 winner Index 12 Index Explanation of symbols, 6 Accessories, 21 Adjusting , 37 Adjusting the cutting angle, 45 Faults, 77 Adjust the splitter, 46 Fine adjustment, 41 Align the ball cage, 78 Fit splitter in, 47...
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Panel Saw K3 basic/K3 winner Index Remove the splitter., 47 Safety, 9 Safety at work, 58 Safety break switches, 24 Safety during equipping, 37 Safety during installation, 32 Safety during setup, 37 Safety during transport, 26 Safety equipment, 11, 24...
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Please stamp WARRANTY This is your warranty card! Once you have returned this warranty card, you Hammer-Info-Zentrum will receive: A certificate of the expanded HAMMER warranty! KR-FELDER-STR. 1 HAMMER-Info-Zentrum Business hours: Mo. - Fr.: - 12 Tel.: (A) 0 52 23 / 45 0 90...
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Year of Manufacture Equipment: Received on: Machine was bought from: Machine Cellar / Basement First / Ground floor Loft / Attic placed: YES, HAMMER Qualified personnel Machine set-up and training send me the new was completed by: HAMMER Operation manual HAMMER-catalog.
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