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POWX0560 EN

1 APPLICATION .................................................................................. 3

2 DESCRIPTION (FIG. A) ................................................................... 3

3 PACKAGE CONTENT LIST ............................................................. 3

4 SYMBOLS ........................................................................................ 4

5 GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS .......................... 4

5.1 Work area ................................................................................................................ 4

5.2 Electrical safety ....................................................................................................... 4

5.3 Personal safety ....................................................................................................... 5

5.4 Power tool use and care ......................................................................................... 5

5.5 Service ..................................................................................................................... 5

6 ADDITIONAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR PLUNGE SAWS .... 6

7 ADJUSTMENTS ............................................................................... 7

7.1 Plunge saw feature ................................................................................................. 7

7.1.1 Selector switch .......................................................................................................... 7

7.2 Guide rails and clamps (Fig. 1) .............................................................................. 7

8 OPERATION ..................................................................................... 7

8.1 Switching ON/OFF ................................................................................................... 7

8.2 Setting the cutting depth ........................................................................................ 7

8.3 Setting the cutting angle ........................................................................................ 8

8.4 Replacing the saw blade ......................................................................................... 8

9 CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE ................................................... 8

9.1 Cleaning................................................................................................................... 8

9.2 Checking and replacing the carbon brushes (fig. A) ............................................ 9

9.3 Lubrication (fig. B) .................................................................................................. 9

10 TECHNICAL DATA .......................................................................... 9

11 NOISE ............................................................................................... 9

12 SERVICE DEPARTMENT ................................................................ 9

13 STORAGE ........................................................................................ 9

14 WARRANTY ................................................................................... 10

15 ENVIRONMENT ............................................................................. 10

Summary of content (11 pages)

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POWX0560 EN 1 APPLICATION .................................................................................. 3 2 DESCRIPTION (FIG. A) ................................................................... 3 3 PACKAGE CONTENT LIST ............................................................. 3 4 SYMBOLS ........................................................................................ 4 5 GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS .......................... 4 5.1 Work area ...........................
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EN POWX0560 PLUNGE SAW 1200W POWX0560 1 APPLICATION The plunge saw is intended to cut wood and similar materials, gypsum and cement-bonded fiber materials and plastic. With compatible special saw blades the plunge saw can also be used to cut aluminum. It is not designed for commercial use. The plunge saw is only to be used with a specifically designed guide rail. Installation in a differenct or homemade guide rail or workbench can cause serious accidents.
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EN POWX0560 4 SYMBOLS In this manual and/or on the machine the following symbols are used: Denotes risk of personal injury or damage to the tool. In accordance with essential requirements of the European directive(s) Read manual before use Always wear safety goggles Always wear protective gloves "Class II - The machine is double insulated; Earthing wire is therefore not necessary 5 GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS Read all safety warnings and all instructions.
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EN POWX0560 5.3 Personal safety  Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a power tool. Do not use a power tool while you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury.  Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protection.
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EN POWX0560 6 ADDITIONAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR PLUNGE SAWS                  Make sure that the mains voltage matches the specifications on the type plate. Persons with restricted physical, sensory or mental capabilities are not allowed to use the plunge saw unless they are supervised and instructed by a guardian. Never leave the powered-on saw unattended and keep them out of reach of children and persons in need of supervision.
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POWX0560 EN 7 ADJUSTMENTS 7.1 7.1.1 Plunge saw feature Selector switch Use the selector switch (17) to set the respective operation mode. Change Saw Blade Plunge Cut Marked Cut 7.2 Guide rails and clamps (Fig. 1) The guide rails allow precise and clean straight cuts, miter cuts and fitting. The rails also protect the work piece surface from damages. Fixing with the clamps ensures solid grip and safe work.  Place the guide rail on the work piece and fix the guide rail with the clamps.
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EN POWX0560 8.3 Setting the cutting angle The plunge saw can be swiveled between 0° and 48°:  Loosen both rotary knobs (8). Swivel the motor to the desired cutting angle on the cutting angle scale.  Tighten the rotary knobs (8) again Always hold the plunge saw with both hands. Always guide the plunge saw forward. Never draw the plung saw back! 8.4 Replacing the saw blade Before any maintenance work always switch off the plunge saw and disconnect from mains power.
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EN POWX0560 9.2 Checking and replacing the carbon brushes (fig. A) The carbon brushes must be checked on a regular basis.  In case of wear, replace both carbon brushes at the same time.  Mount the carbon brush holders.  After mounting new carbon brushes, let the machine run at no load for 15 minutes. Use only the correct type of carbon brushes. 9.3 Lubrication (fig. B) From time to time, apply a drop of oil to the thread of the lock screw (17).
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POWX0560 EN 14 WARRANTY               This product is warranted for a 36-month period effective from the date of purchase by the first user. This warranty covers all material or production flaws excluding : batteries, chargers, defective parts subject to normal wear & tear such as bearings, brushes, cables, and plugs, or accessories such as drills, drill bits, saw blades, etc. ; damage or defects resulting from maltreatment, accidents or alterations; nor the cost of transportation.
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EN POWX0560 16 DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY VARO N.V. - Joseph Van Instraat 9 - BE2500 Lier - BELGIUM, declares that, product : Plunge Saw 1200 W trade mark : POWERplus model : POWX0560 is in conformity with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of the applicable European Directives, based on the application of European harmonized standards. Any unauthorized modification of the apparatus voids this declaration.