BDS EKF 450, EKF 300, EKF 530, EKF 545, EKF 630 Original Operating Instructions

EKF Series 300/500/600

Translation of the Original

Operating Instructions

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Table of contents

General instructions ................3

Safety ............................5

Model overview ....................8

Components / delivery contents ......9

Before using for the rst time .......10

Preparation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Using ............................12

Tool change ......................13

Cleaning/maintenance .............15

Storage ..........................16

Troubleshooting ..................16

Technical data ....................17

EC Declaration of Conformity .......18

Dear Customer,

Before using the machine, please read the
operating instructions contained in these
operating instructions on startup, safety,
intended use as well as cleaning and care.

The links and illustrations in these instruc­tions refer to the illustrations on the inside
of the cover.

Keep these operating instructions for later
use and pass them onto the next owner of
the machine.

General instructions

Copyright

This document is subject to copyright. Du­plication or reprinting, even in part as well
as reproduction of the illustrations, even

if modied, is only permitted with written

consent of the manufacturer.

Liability disclaimer

All technical information, data and in­structions contained in these operating
instructions for startup, operation and care
correspond to the latest requirements at the
time of printing.

The manufacturer assumes no liability for
damage or injury resulting from failure to
observe the operating instructions, use for
other than the intended purpose, unprofes-

sional repairs, unauthorised modications

or use of non-approved spare parts and
accessories, tools and lubricants.

Instructions on disposal

The packaging materials used can be

recycled. When no longer required,
dispose of the packing materials according
to local environmental regulations.

This product may not be disposed of
in the European Union via the normal
household refuse. Dispose of the

device via communal collection points.

The lubricant used can contain

substances dangerous to the
environment. Dispose of the lubricant
according to local regulations. Observe the
disposal instructions from the lubricant
manufacturer.

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Safety warning structure

The following warnings are used in these
operating instructions:

DANGER

A warning of this category indicates
an impending dangerous situation.

If the dangerous situation is not avoid­ed, it may lead to serious injury or even
death.

► Follow the instructions in this warning

to avoid possible danger of serious
injury or even death.

WARNING

A warning of this category indicates a
potentially dangerous situation.

If the dangerous situation is not avoid­ed, it may lead to serious injury or even
death.

► Follow the instructions in this warning

to avoid possible danger of injury to
persons.

ATTENTION

A warning of this category indicates
potential danger to property.

If the situation is not avoided, it may lead
to material damage.

► Follow the instructions in this warning

to avoid material damage.

NOTE

► A note indicates additional information

that simplies the use of the machine.

Intended use

The machine is only intended for cutting
chamfers or curves. For this purpose, the
machine must held by both hands and
guided over the material to be processed.

Any use other than previously stated is
considered as improper use.

WARNING

Danger due to improper use!

If not used for its intended purpose and/
or used in any other way, the machine
may be or become a source of danger.

► Use the machine only for its intended

purpose.

► Observe the procedures described in

these operating instructions.

No claims of any kind will be accepted for
damage resulting from use of the system
for other than its intended purpose.

The risk must be borne solely by the user.

NOTE

► If used commercially, pay attention to

compliance with the accident preven­tion and occupational safety regula­tions.

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Safety

NOTE

When using electrical tools, the following
fundamental precautions must be taken

to protect against electric shock, re,

injuries and damage to property!

Fundamental safety instructions

■ Do not use the machine in potentially

ammable or explosive environments.

■ Persons, who are unable to safely op-

erate the machine due to their physical,
mental or motor abilities, my only use
the machine under the supervision or
instruction of a person responsible.

■ Children are not permitted to use the

machine.

■ Inspect the machine for visible signs of

damage before use. Do not operate a
damaged machine.

■ Before beginning work, check the con-

dition of the machine and the function of
the operating elements.

■ Repairs to the connecting cable may

only be performed by a qualied elec­trician.

■ Repairs to the machine may only be

performed by an authorised specialist
workshop or factory customer service.
Improper repairs can cause considera­ble danger to the user.

■ Repairs to the machine during the guar-

antee period may only be performed by
a customer service authorised by the
manufacturer, otherwise the guarantee
is invalid.

■ Defective parts may only be replaced

with original spare parts. Only these
parts ensure that the safety require­ments are met.

■ Do not leave the machine unsupervised

during operation.

■ Store the machine in a dry, temperate

location out of the reach of children.

■ Do not allow the machine to stand out-

side and do not expose to moisture.

■ Make sure that your work area is su󰀩-

ciently lit (>300 Lux).

■ Do not use low-power machines for

heavy working.

■ Pay attention to cleanliness at the

workplace.

■ Keep the machine clean, dry and free of

oil and grease.

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Danger from electric current!

DANGER

Danger to life due to electric current!

Contact with live wires or components
can lead to serious injury or even
death!

Observe the following safety precautions
to avoid any danger from electric current:

► Do not open the housing of the

machine. Risk of electric shock from
touching live connections.

► Never immerse the machine or mains

plug in water or other liquids.

► Only use extension cables or cable

drums with a cable cross-section of at
least 1.5 mm².

► Only use extension cables that are

approved for the location of use.

► Check the condition of the extension

cable regularly and replace if dam­aged.

► Avoid bodily contact with grounded

parts (e.g., pipes, radiators, steel
girders) to reduce the risk of electric
shock in the event of a defect.

► When using the machine outside or in

a humid environment, an RCD (resid­ual circuit device) must be used.

Risk of injury!

WARNING

Risk of injury from engine starting
unintentionally!

Pay attention to the following safety
notes to avoid danger from motor starting
unintentionally:

For safe stopping of the motor:

► Switch the machine o󰀨 with the ON/

OFF switch (9).

► Disconnect the voltage supply (pull

out the mains plug).

Safety