Black & Decker VP600 User Manual

W ARNING: IMPOR TANT SAFETY W ARNINGS

AND INSTRUCTIONS

TO REDUCE RISK OF INJURY:

• Before any use, be sure everyone using this tool reads and understands all safety instructions and other information contained in this manual.

• Save these instructions and review frequently prior to use and in instructing others.

WARNING: When using electric tools, basic safety precautions should always be followed

to reduce risk of fire, electric shock, and personal injury, including the following.

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GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS FOR ALL TOOLS

• KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas and benches invite injuries.

• CONSIDER WORK AREA ENVIRONMENT. Don’t expose power tools to rain. Don’t use power tools in damp or wet locations. Keep work area well lit. Do not use in presence of flammable liquids or gases. Motors in these tools normally spark, and the sparks may ignite the fumes.

• GUARD AGAINST ELECTRIC SHOCK. Prevent body contact with grounded surfaces. For example; pipes, radiators, ranges, refrigerator enclosures. Use extreme caution when drilling, driving, or cutting into walls, floors, ceilings or other areas or wherever live electrical wires may be contacted, do not touch any metal parts of the tool. Hold the tools only by the plastic handle to prevent electric shock.

• KEEP CHILDREN AWA Y. Do not let children and visitors contact tool or extension cord. All children and visitors should be kept away from work area.

• STORE IDLE TOOLS. When not in use, tools should be stored in dry, and high or locked-up place–out of reach of children.

• DON’T FORCE TOOL. It will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was intended.

• USE RIGHT TOOL. Don’t force small tool or attachment to do the job of a heavy-duty tool. Don’t use tool for purposes not intended.

• DRESS PROPERLY. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry . They can be caught in moving parts. Rubber gloves and non-skid footwear are recommended when working outdoors. Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair .

• USE SAFETY GLASSES AND OTHER SAFETY EQUIPMENT. Use safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields, complying with applicable safety standards and, when needed, a face shield. Also use face or dust mask if cutting operation is dusty. This applies to all persons in the work area. Also use a hard hat, hearing protection, gloves, safety shoes and dust collection systems when specified or required.

• DON’T ABUSE CORD. Never carry tool by cord or yank it to disconnect from receptacle. Keep cord from heat, oil, and sharp edges.

• SECURE WORK. Use clamps or a vise to hold work. It’s safer than using your hand and it frees both hands to operate tool.

• DON’T OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.

• MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep tools sharp and clean for better and safer performance. Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories. Inspect tool cords periodically and if damaged, have repaired by authorized service facility. Inspect extension cords periodically and replace if damaged. Keep handles dry, clean, and free from oil and grease.

• DISCONNECT TOOLS. Unplug the tool when not in use, when moving tool from place to place, before servicing, and when changing accessories (such as blades, bits, cutters) or making adjustments.

• REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES. Form habit of checking to see that keys and adjusting wrenches are removed from tool before turning it on.

• AVOID UNINTENTIONAL STARTING. Don’t carry tool with finger on switch. Be sure switch is off when plugging in.

• STA Y ALER T. W atch what you are doing. Use common sense. Do not operate tool when you are tired or otherwise impaired.

• CHECK DAMAGED PARTS. Before further use of the tool, a guard or other part that is damaged should be carefully checked to determine that it will operate properly and perform its intended function. Check for alignment of moving parts, binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, mounting, and any other conditions that may affect its operation. A guard or other part that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced by an authorized service center. Do not use tool if switch does not turn it on and off.

• REPAIRS AND SERVICE. Repairs, maintenance and any adjustments not specified in this manual should be performed by Black & Decker authorized service centers or other qualified service organizations, always using identical replacement parts.

• USE OF ACCESSORIES AND ATT ACHMENTS.The use of any accessory or attachment not recommended for use with the tool could be hazardous. Note: Refer to the accessory section of this manual for further details.

Important Safety Instructions (For Battery and Charger)

• Do not store or carry battery so that metal objects can contact exposed metal end shown in Figure 1. For example, do not place battery in aprons, pockets, tool boxes, drawers etc. with loose nails, screws, keys, etc. without battery cap. Battery could short circuit causing fire or burns or damage to battery.

• Battery caps are provided for use when carrying batteries or while battery is stored in a pocket,

tool box, etc. Remove cap before placing battery in charger or tool (see Figure 2).

• Never attempt to open the battery for any reason. If the housing of the battery breaks or cracks, immediately discontinue use and do not recharge.

• Do not incinerate the batteries. They can explode in a fire. A small leakage of liquid from the battery cells may occur under extreme usage, charging or temperature conditions. This does not indicate a failure. However , if the outer seal is broken and this leakage gets on your skin:

a. Wash quickly with soap and water.

b. Neutralize with a mild acid such as lemon juice or vinegar. c. If the battery liquid gets in your eyes, flush them with clean water for a minimum of 10

minutes and seek immediate medical attention.

MEDICAL NOTE: The liquid is a 25-35% solution of potassium hydroxide.

• Charge batteries only with VersaPak battery charger.

• Do not use charger in wet or damp conditions. It is intended for indoor use only. Do not use near sinks, tubs, or the like. Do not immerse in water .

• Do not use charger for any uses other than charging VersaPak batteries. Other batteries may explode.

• Do not operate charger with damaged cord or plug — have them replaced immediately.

• Do not operate charger if it has received a sharp blow, been dropped, or otherwise damaged in any way; take it to a qualified Black & Decker service center .

• Do not disassemble charger; take it to a qualified Black & Decker service center when service or repair is required. Incorrect reassembly may result in risk of electric shock or fire. There are no consumer serviceable parts inside.

• For best results, do not charge batteries when they or air temperature is BELOW +40°F or ABOVE +105°F.

• The charger is designed to operate on standard household electrical power . Do not attempt to use it on any other voltage. Be sure your power supply agrees with the nameplate marking.

• Unplug charger when not in use.

• Do not abuse charger cord. T o reduce the risk of damage to electric plug and cord, never carry charger by cord or yank it to disconnect from receptacle. Keep charger cord from heat, oil, and sharp edges.

• Use only charger supplied by the manufacturer to recharge.

Battery Cap

Metal End

KEY INFORMA TION YOU SHOULD KNOW:

•Charge batteries before first use.

•Charger may hum; batteries or charger may become warm while charging (batteries and charger sold separately).

•Always support work properly. (See illustrations on work support in this manual.)

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INSTRUCTION MANUAL

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Release buttons

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le ressort de rappel. Advertencia: Cuando el disco inicie el corte, suelte inmediatamente la palanca del

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Important Charging Notes

• While charging, the charger transformer may hum and batteries and charger become warm. This is a normal condition and does not indicate a problem.

• If a battery does not charge properly— (1) Check current at receptacle by plugging in a lamp or other appliance. (2) Check to see if receptacle is connected to a light switch which turns power off when you turn out the lights. (3) Move charger and batteries to a surrounding air temperature of +40°F to +105°F. (4) If the receptacle and temperature are OK, and you do not get proper charging, take or send the batteries and charger to your local Black & Decker service center. See “Tools Electric” in yellow pages.

• The batteries should be recharged when they fail to produce sufficient power on jobs which were easily done previously . DO NOT CONTINUE to use the tool with its batteries in a depleted condition.

• Before using battery charger , read all instructions and cautionary markings on battery charger, battery and product using battery .

CAUTION: To reduce the risk of injury, charge only nickel cadmium rechargeable batteries.

Other types of batteries may burst causing personal injury and damage.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Charging Procedure

Insert the metal end of the VersaPak battery into the charger. The indicator light will glow indicating that charging is taking place and will remain on as long as the battery is in the charger. Continuous charging is not a safety concern.

NOTE: V ersaPak batteries are sent from the factory in an uncharged condition. Before attempting to use them for the first time, they must be charged for 6 hours. Subsequent charging for most fix up jobs will require 3-6 hours.

SAFETY WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS: CIRCULAR SAWS

WARNING: Use of this tool can generate dust containing chemicals known to cause cancer , birth defects

or other reproductive harm. Use appropriate respiratory protection.

CAUTION: Remove batteries before changing blades, inspecting, or cleaning saw.

•KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE AND IN WORKING ORDER.

Never wedge or tie lower guard open. Check operation of lower guard before each use. Do not use if lower

guard does not close briskly over saw blade.

CAUTION: If saw is dropped, lower guard may be bent, restricting full return.

Snagging the lower guard on a surface below the material being cut can momentarily reduce operator

control. The saw can lift partially out of the cut increasing the chance of blade twist. Ensure there is sufficient

clearance under the workpiece.

•LOWER GUARD

When necessary to raise lower guard manually, use the retracting handle.

•KEEP THE BLADES CLEAN AND SHARP.

Sharp blades minimize stalling and kickback. The use of dull and/or dirty blades can increase the saw

loading causing the operator to push harder which promotes twisting.

DANGER: KEEP HANDS AWAY FROM CUTTING AREA.

Keep hands away from blades. Never place hands in front or behind the path of the blade while cutting. Do

not reach underneath work while blade is rotating. Do not attempt to remove cut material when blade is

moving.

CAUTION: Blades coast after turn off. When cut is completed, allow blade to stop before removing

saw. The telescoping lower guard will close as the saw is lifted.

NOTE: This saw is equipped with a Black & Decker general purpose 3 3/8" saw blade. Cutting particle

board or plastic with this blade is not recommended. For particle board, use a Black & Decker 3 3/8"

carbide saw blade (Cat. No. 73-699 or 73-339VP). For plastic, use a Black & Decker 3 3/8" smooth cut

saw blade (Cat. No. 73- 698).

•SUPPORT LARGE P ANELS

Large panels must be supported as shown (Fig. 3) in this manual to minimize the risk of blade pinching and

kickback.

When cutting operation requires the resting of the saw on the workpiece, the saw shall be rested on the larger

portion and the smaller piece cut off.

•USE RIP FENCE

Always use a rip fence (Cat. No. 73-501) or straight edge guide when ripping.

•USE ONLY CORRECT BLADES AND BLADE ASSEMBLY COMPONENTS IN MOUNTING

Do not use blades with incorrect size holes. Never use defective or incorrect blade washers or bolts. Follow

blade assembly procedures.

•SUPPORT AND SECURE THE WORK PROPERLY

Insure that the material to be cut is clamped (Fig. 5) and solidly supported and balanced on a strong, stable

and level work set-up.

Support the work so that the wide portion of the saw shoe is on the portion of the material that doesn’t fall

after the cut is made.

Never hold cut off piece by hand (Fig. 6). Kickback from blade pinch can result. Keep both hands on saw at

all times.

•STAY ALERT AND EXERCISE CONTROL

Keep body positioned to one side of blade. Always maintain a firm grip and control of saw with both hands.

Do not change hand grip or body position while saw is running.

T ake precaution to avoid injury from cut off pieces and other falling material during operation.

CAUTION: When sawing into walls, floors, or wherever “live” electrical wires may be encountered,

DO NOT TOUCH ANY METAL PARTS OF THE TOOL! Hold the saw only by its plastic handles to prevent electric shock if you accidentally saw into a live wire.

Guard Against Kickback

•WHAT IS KICKBACK?

Kickback is the sudden movement of the saw, during a cut, back toward the operator which may cause

serious personal injuries.

DANGER: RELEASE SWITCH IMMEDIATELY IF BLADE BINDS OR SAW STALLS.

•KICKBACK CAN BE CAUSED BY :

The saw blade becoming pinched, twisted or bound while cutting or the saw stalls.

When the blade becomes twisted or misaligned in the cut, the teeth at the back edge of the blade can dig into

the top surface of the wood causing the blade to climb out of the cut and move suddenly back toward the

operator.

•TO REDUCE THE RISK OF KICKBACK:

•Keep a firm grip on saw with both hands at all times.

•Stay alert – exercise control.

•Support long overhanging materials. As the material is cut and weakens, it will sag, causing a pinched blade.

•Support large panels as shown (Fig. 3). Material supported only at the ends (Fig. 4) will lead to blade pinching.

•Avoid sawing overhead. Material can sag and will pinch blade.

•Keep blades sharp and clean.

•Use fence or straight edge guide when ripping. Be careful as the cut off strip can sag or twist, closing the cut and pinching the blade, leading to kickback.

•Don’t force tool. Wood variables such as knots, hardness, toughness, wetness, pressure treated and freshly cut green lumber can heavily load the saw which can lead to stalling. Push the saw slower when this occurs.

•Don’t remove saw from work during a cut while the blade is moving.

•Allow saw to reach full speed before blade contacts material to be cut. Starting the saw with the blade against the work or pushed forward into cut can lead to stalling or sudden backward movement of saw.

•Always secure work to prevent workpiece movement during cut.

•Do not try to force saw back on line if your cut begins to go off line. This can cause kickback. Stop saw, withdraw from cut and start a new cut on line.

•Do not back up a rotating blade in the cut. Twisting the saw can cause the back edge of the blade to dig into the material, climb out of the work and run back toward the operator .

•Avoid cutting nails. Inspect for and remove all nails from lumber before cutting.

•Never pull the saw backwards through the kerf while the saw blade is still rotating.

OTHER IMPORT ANT SAFETY WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS

• Some wood contains preservatives such as copper chromium arsenate (CCA) which can be toxic. When cutting these materials, extra care should be taken to avoid inhalation and minimize skin contact.

• Blade depth is not adjustable. Ensure there is ample room underneath the workpiece.

SA VE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

ASSEMBL Y/ADJUSTMENT SET-UP

WARNING: Always remove batteries from saw before any of the following operations.

•ATTACHING AND REMOVING BLADES

1. Place inner clamp washer on spindle.

2. Retract the lower blade guard and place blade over the inner clamp washer. The direction of the blade rotation arrows must match the direction of the arrows on the upper guard (Fig. 7)

3. Place the outer clamp washer onto the spindle and tighten the the clamping screw by hand (the screw has left-hand threads; turn counterclockwise to tighten).

4. Insert a screwdriver or long nail through one of the holes in the blade to prevent the blade from rotating (Fig. 8).

5. Firmly tighten the blade clamping screw with the blade wrench (counterclockwise) (Fig.8).

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal injury , read, understand and follow all important

safety warnings and instructions prior to using tool.

•GENERAL CUTS

•IMPOR TANT: Read safety warnings and instructions. GUARD AGAINST KICKBACK.

•With batteries removed, follow all assembly, adjustment and set up instructions. Make sure lower guard operates. Select the proper blade for the material to be cut.

•Measure and mark work for cutting.

•Support and secure work properly (See Safety W arnings and Instructions).

•Use appropriate and required safety equipment (See Safety Instructions).

•Secure and maintain work area (See Safety Instructions).

•Make sure switch turns saw on and off.

WARNING: It is important to support the work properly and to hold the saw firmly to prevent loss of

control which could cause personal injury. Fig. 5 illustrates typical hand support of the saw.

•Place the front of the saw shoe flat on the material to be cut.

•Align the blade with the line of cut to be made making sure blade clears material.

•Pull trigger switch, allow blade to attain full speed. Never lock the trigger on by any means.

•Move the saw forward across the material, keeping the saw shoe flat until the cut is completed.

•Release trigger, allow blade to stop before removing saw.

•POCKET CUTTING (SEE FIG. 9)

Pocket cutting is used to cut a hole in a piece of material without cutting from the side.

•Tilt saw forward and rest front of the shoe on material to be cut. Align so that cut will begin at the back of the drawn rectangle.

•Using the retracting lever, retract blade guard to an upward position, with the blade just clearing the material, start motor and gradually lower the saw into the material.

WARNING: As blade starts cutting the material, release the retracting lever immediately.

•Never tie the blade guard in a raised position.

•When the shoe rests flat on the material being cut, complete the cut in forward direction.

•Allow the blade to come to a complete stop before lifting saw from material.

•When starting each new cut, repeat the above steps.

If you have any questions on how to properly operate tool, call: 1-800-54-HOW-TO (544-6986)

•

REMOVING AND INST ALLING THE BATTERIES

NOTE: VERSAP AK™ BATTERIES ARE NOT FULLY CHARGED AT THE FACTORY.

•To install the batteries into the tool, slide them into the handle until they click into place.

• T o remove the VersaPak™ batteries from the tool, press the release buttons, as shown in Fig. 10, and pull

the batteries out of the tool handle. Note: Battery caps are provided for use when carrying batteries or while battery is stored in a pocket, tool box, etc. Remove cap before placing battery in charger or tool.

Install the battery cap, (see Fig. 2), by snapping it in place. To remove the cap, simply pull it off. Note: Only operate tool with both VersaPak™ batteries installed.

•SWITCH

Saw is equipped with a switch lock-off feature to prevent unintentional running. To operate the tool, first slide the switch lock-off button and hold it as you depress the trigger, (Fig. 11). After you have depressed the trigger and the tool is running, release the switch lock-off button. The tool will continue to run as long as the trigger is depressed. T o turn the tool off, release the trigger switch. When you release the trigger (each time) the switch lock-off button will engage, locking the trigger off.

There is no provision for locking the tool on, and the switch should never be locked on by any other means.

•KERF AND BLADE TIP-IN INDICATOR

The front of the shoe has two markings which act as kerf indicators. The indicators help in guiding the saw along pre-marked cutting lines. The markings are located 1" and 3" from the shoe’ s edge.

The outer edge of the shoe has one marking which acts as a blade tip-in indicator . This helps in anticipating when the blade contacts the workpiece.

MAINTENANCE

Use only mild soap and damp cloth to clean the tool. Never let any liquid get inside the tool; never immerse any part of the tool into a liquid. IMPORTANT: To assure product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs, maintenance and adjustment should be performed by authorized service centers or other qualified service organizations, always using identical replacement parts.

THE RBRC™ SEAL

The RBRC™ (Rechargeable Battery Recycling Corporation) Seal on the nickel-cadmium battery (or battery pack) indicates that the costs to recycle the battery (or battery pack) at the end of its useful life have already been paid by Black & Decker . In some areas, it is illegal to place spent nickel-cadmium batteries in the trash or municipal solid waste stream and the RBRC program provides an environmentally conscious alternative.

RBRC in cooperation with Black & Decker and other battery users, has established programs in the United States and Canada to facilitate the collection of spent nickel-cadmium batteries. Help protect our environment and conserve natural resources by returning the spent nickel-cadmium battery to an authorized Black & Decker service center or to your local retailer for recycling. You may also contact your local recycling center for information on where to drop off the spent battery, or call 1-800-8-BATTERY.

ACCESSORIES

Recommended accessories for use with your tool are available from your local dealer or authorized service center . If you need assistance regarding accessories, please call: 1-800-54-HOW-TO(544-6986).

WARNING: The use of any accessory not recommended for use with this tool could be hazardous.

WARNING: Never use abrasive, masonry, tile or metal cutting blades. Always use 3 3/8" (85.7mm)

diameter blades.

SERVICE INFORMA TION

Black & Decker offers a full network of company-owned and authorized service locations throughout North America. All Black & Decker Service Centers are staffed with trained personnel to provide customers with efficient and reliable power tool service.

Whether you need technical advice, repair , or genuine factory replacement parts, contact the Black & Decker location nearest you. T o find your local service location, refer to the yellow page directory under “T ools— Electric” or call: 1-800-54-HOW TO (544-6986).

FULL TWO-YEAR HOME USE W ARRANTY

Black & Decker (U.S.) Inc. warrants this product for two years against any defects in material or workmanship. The defective product will be replaced or repaired at no charge in either of two ways.

The first, which will result in exchanges only, is to return the product to the retailer from whom it was purchased (provided that the store is a participating retailer). Returns should be made within the time period of the retailer’ s policy for exchanges (usually 30 to 90 days after the sale). Proof of purchase may be required. Please check with the retailer for their specific return policy regarding returns that are beyond the time set for exchanges.

The second option is to take or send the product (prepaid) to a Black & Decker owned or authorized Service Center for repair or replacement at our option. Proof of purchase may be required. Black & Decker owned and authorized Service Centers are listed under “Tools-Electric” in the yellow pages of the phone directory .

This warranty does not apply to accessories. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have other rights which vary from state to state and province to province. Should you have any questions, contact the manager of your nearest Black & Decker Service Center. This product is not intended for commercial use.

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