Settings and commissioning
HKS 230 | Version 3.06
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Step 2: Set the desired gap between the rip fence and
the cutting guide display.
Step 3: Fix the rip fence in the set position using the
clamping screws provided for the purpose.
Fig. 9: Adjusting the rip fence
7.7 Saw blade guard function
The bottom part of the saw blade guard which folds back
is a safety device that is essential for accident prevention
during use of the machine. Before using the manual cir-
cular saw, always ensure that the saw blade guard can
move freely and does not jam at any point. Make sure
that the guard quickly and fully snaps back into the
closed original position.
7.8 Handling the manual circular saw
The machine hast two positions at which the second
handle can be fitted: on the saw blade cover or the ma-
chine base.
Only use the assembly position on the machine base for
mitre cutting because it allows for more stable handling
of the manual circular saw (see Fig. 10).
WARNING!
A soiled and clogged saw blade guard may jam and
not fold back. Before using the manual circular saw,
always clean the space inside the saw blade guard to
remove chips and deposits.
Using a machine with the saw blade guard not work-
ing, or not working correctly, is prohibited.
Immediately hand over machines with a saw blade
malfunction for repair to an authorised or qualified
workshop.
ATTENTION!
Before using the manual circular saw, any chips and
deposits must be removed from the space inside the
saw blade guard.
ATTENTION!
Never lubricate the bearing and guide parts of the
saw blade guard. The bearings on the saw blade
guard are equipped with dry lubrication. Additional
lubrication with grease or oil can impair the anti-fric-
tion effect.
Side stop
ATTENTION!
Never using cutting oils or cooling lubricant when
using the manual circular saw. The machine is exclu-
sively designed for dry cutting.
ATTNETION!
When sawing, make sure that the power supply
cable does not enter the cutting area of the saw
blade.
ATTENTION!
For your own protection, use the manual circular saw
in combination with the handle at the side only. This
grab handle gives you the ability to guide the
machine safely with both hands.
ATTENTION!
Never use the manual circular saw for longer than 30
minutes without interruption.
NOTE!
Adjust the feed speed and contact pressure to suit the
material and achieve optimum cutting results. In-
crease the contact pressure when sawing thicker ma-
terial sections and reduce it for thinner materials.
NOTE!
Always hold the machine with your right hand on the
rear handle, and your left hand on the handle at the
side.
