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Intended use
Your Black & Decker mitre saw has been designed for sawing wood and wood products.
Safety instructions
◆ Warning! When using mains-powered tools, basic safety precautions, including the
following, should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, personal
injury and material damage.
◆ Read all of this manual carefully before operating the tool.
◆ Retain this manual for future reference.
◆ Remove the plug from the socket before carrying out any adjustment, servicing or
maintenance.
Keep work area clean
Cluttered areas and benches can cause accidents.
Consider work area environment
Do not expose the tool to rain. Do not use the tool in damp or wet conditions. Keep the
work area well lit. Do not use the tool where there is a risk of causing fire or explosion,
e.g. in the presence of flammable liquids and gases.
Keep children away
Do not allow children, visitors or animals to come near the work area or to touch the tool
or mains cable.
Dress properly
Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery, as these can be caught in moving parts.
Preferably wear rubber gloves and non-slip footwear when working outdoors.
Wear protective hair covering to keep long hair out of the way.
Personal protection
Always use safety glasses. Use a face or dust mask whenever the operations may produce
dust or flying particles. Hearing protection should be worn.
Guard against electric shock
Prevent body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces (e.g. pipes, radiators, cookers and
refrigerators). Electric safety can be further improved by using a high-sensitivity
(30 mA / 30 mS) residual current device (RCD).
Do not overreach
Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
Stay alert
Watch what you are doing. Use common sense. Do not operate the tool when you are tired.
Secure workpiece
Use clamps or a vice to g>ëd the workpiece. It is safer and it frees both hands to operate
the tool.
Connect dust extraction equipment
If devices are provided for the connection of dust extraction and collection facilities,
ensure that these are connected and properly used.
Remove adjusting keys and wrenches
Always check that adjusting keys and wrenches are removed from the tool before
operating the tool.
Extension cables
Before use, inspect the extension cable and replace if damaged. When using the tool
outdoors, only use extension cables intended for outdoor use. Up to 30 m of Black & Decker
extension cable can be used without loss of power.
Use appropriate tool
The intended use is described in this instruction manual. Do not force small tools or
attachments to do the job of a heavy-duty tool. The tool will do the job better and safer at
the rate for which it was intended. Do not force the tool. Do not use the tool for purposes
not intended, for example, do not use a circular saw to cut tree limbs or logs.
Warning! The use of any accessory or attachment or performance of any operation with
this tool other than those recommended in this instruction manual may present a risk of
personal injury.
Check for damaged parts
Before use, carefully check the tool and mains cable for damage. Check for misalignment
and seizure of moving parts, breakage of parts, damage to guards and switches and any
other conditions that may affect its operation. Ensure that the tool will operate properly
and perform its intended function. Do not use the tool if any part is damaged or defective.
Do not use the tool if the switch does not turn it on and off. Have any damaged or defective
parts repaired or replaced by an authorised repair agent. Never attempt any repairs yourself.
Unplug the tool
Unplug the tool when it is not in use, before changing any parts of the tool, accessories or
attachments and before servicing.
Avoid unintentional starting
Do not carry the tool with a finger on the on/off switch. Be sure that the tool is switched
off when plugging in.
Do not abuse cord
Never carry the tool by its cord or pull it to disconnect from the socket. Keep the cord away
from heat, oil and sharp edges.
Store idle tools
When not in use, tools should be stored in a dry, locked up or high place, out of reach of
children.
Maintain tools with care
Keep cutting tools sharp and clean for better and safer performance. Follow the instructions
for maintenance and changing accessories. Keep handles and switches dry, clean and free
from oil and grease.
Repairs
This tool complies with relevant safety requirements. Repairs should only be carried out by
qualified persons using original spare parts; otherwise this may result in considerable
danger to the user.
Electrical safety
This tool is double insulated; therefore no earth wire is required. Always check
that the power supply corresponds to the voltage on the rating plate.
Voltage drops
Inrush currents cause short-time voltage drops. Under unfavourable power supply
conditions, other equipment may be affected. For example, artificial lighting will show a
temporary drop in magnitude when the machine is switched on.
If the system impedance of the power supply is lower than 0.29 ø , disturbances are
unlikely to occur.
Additional safety rules for mitre saws
◆ Do not allow untrained people to operate this machine.
◆ Make sure all locking knobs and handles are tight before starting any operation.
◆ Do not operate the machine without the guard in position. Do not operate the machine
if the guard does not function or is not maintained properly.
◆ Never use your saw without the kerf plate.
◆ Never place either hand in the blade area when the saw is connected to the mains supply.
◆ Refrain from removing any cut-offs or other parts of the work piece from the cutting
area while the machine is running and the arm is not in the rest position.
◆ Do not cut workpieces that exceed the cutting capacities as mentioned in the
technical data.
◆ Never attempt to stop the machine in motion rapidly by jamming a tool or other means
against the blade; serious accidents can be caused unintentionally in this way.
◆ Before using any accessory consult the instruction manual. The improper use of an
accessory can cause damage.
◆ Select the correct blade for the material to be cut.
◆ Observe the maximum speed marked on the saw blade.
◆ Use a holder or wear gloves when handling a saw blade.
◆ Ensure that the blade is mounted correctly before use. Make sure that the blade
rotates in the correct direction. Keep the blade sharp.
◆ Do not use blades of larger or smaller diameter than recommended. For the proper
blade rating refer to the technical data. Use only the blades specified in this manual,
complying with EN 847-1.
◆ Consider applying specially designed noise-reduction blades.
◆ Do not use HSS blades.
◆ Do not use cracked, bent or otherwise damaged saw blades.
◆ Do not use any abrasive discs.
◆ Raise the blade from the kerf in the workpiece prior to releasing the on/off switch.
◆ Ensure that the arm is securely fixed when performing bevel cuts.
◆ Do not wedge anything against the fan to hold the motor shaft.
◆ The blade guard on your saw will automatically raise when the arm is brought down;
it will lower over the blade when the arm is raised. The guard can be raised by hand
when installing or removing saw blades or for inspection of the saw. Never raise the
blade guard manually unless the machine is switched off.
◆ Do cut any other materials than those recommended.
◆ Keep the surrounding area of the machine well maintained and free of loose
materials, e.g. chips and cut-offs.
◆ Check periodically that the motor air slots are clean and free of chips.
◆ Replace the kerf plate when worn.
◆ Disconnect the machine from the mains before carrying out any maintenance or when
changing the blade.
◆ Never perform any cleaning or maintenance work when the machine is still running
and the arm is not in the rest position.
◆ Ensure the machine and the work area are provided with adequate general or localised
lighting.
◆ When possible, always mount the machine to a bench.
Additional safety instructions for Australia and New Zealand
◆ This appliance is not intended for use by young or infirm persons without supervision.
Children must be supervised to ensure they do not play with the appliance.
◆ If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or an
authorised Black & Decker Service Centre in order to avoid a hazard.
