Global Machinery Company RBS10 User Manual

RBS10

MAN RBS10 10/01

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

245mm

Band
Saw

• Melbourne • Perth • Auckland • Hong Kong • Shanghai

• Taipei • New York • Verona • London • Paris

Contents

Warranty 2

Introduction 3

Specifications 3

Safety instructions 3

Additional safety rules for saws 5

Unpacking 6

Assembly 6

Know your product 7

Setting up 8

Operation 10

Maintenance 10

Full 2 Years Home Use Warranty

Whilst every effort is made to ensure your complete
satisfaction with this tool, occasionally, due to the mass
manufacturing techniques, a tool may not live up to our
required level of performance and you may need the
assistance of our service department.

This product is warranted for a 2-year period for home
domestic use from the date of the original purchase. If
found to be defective in materials or workmanship, the
tool or the offending faulty component will be replaced
free of charge with another of the same item. A small
freight charge may apply.

The warranty replacement unit is only made available by
returning the tool to the place of purchase with a
confirmed register receipt. Proof of purchase is essential.
We reserve the right to reject any claim where the
purchase cannot be verified.

This warranty does not include damage or defects to the
tool caused by or resulting from abuse, accidents,
alterations or commercial or business use.

It also does not cover any bonus accessories unless the
tool is a GMC Platinum Professional model.

Please ensure that you store your receipt in a safe place.
Conditions apply to the above warranty.
If you need direction of what constitutes a free of

charge warranty claim, please review the guide given on
the rear of the Receipt Holder. An indication is given as
to the types of claim that are permissible, and those
that are not.

Specifications

Nominal voltage: 230 – 240 Vac~ 50 Hz
Wattage: 370W
Band speed: 700m/min
Dimensions: 860 mm x 420 mm x 530 mm
Working table: 340 mm x 335 mm

(adjustable between 0 - 45º)
Table height from floor: 370 mm
Width of throat: 245 mm
Max.cutting height: 100 mm
Saw blade length: 1,712 mm
Saw blade width: 10 mm (3 to 12.7mm)
Gross weight: 35kg

Safety instructions

To use this tool properly, you must observe the safety
regulations, the assembly instructions and the operating
instructions to be found in this Manual. All persons who
use and service the machine have to be acquainted with
this Manual and must be informed about its potential
hazards. Children and infirm people must not use this
tool. Children should be supervised at all times if they are
in the area in which the tool is being used. It is also
imperative that you observe the accident prevention
regulations in force in your area. The same applies for
general rules of occupational health and safety.

WARNING. When using power tools, basic safety

precautions should always be taken to reduce the risk of
fire, electric shock and personal injury. Also, please read
and heed the advice given in the additional important
safety instructions.

1. Keep the work area clean and tidy. Cluttered work areas

and benches invite accidents and injury.

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Dear Customer

If you require any help with your product, whether it
is a Warranty claim, spare part or user information,
please phone our Help Line for an immediate response.
Phone [phone] in Australia or 0800 445 721 in
New Zealand.

Introduction

Your new GMC power tool will more than satisfy your
expectations. It has been manufactured under stringent
GMC Quality Standards to meet superior performance
criteria.

You will find your new tool easy and safe to operate,
and, with proper care, it will give you many years of
dependable service.

Caution. Carefully read through this entire Instruction

Manual before using your new GMC Power Tool. Take
special care to heed the Cautions and Warnings.

Your GMC power tool has many features that will make
your job faster and easier. Safety, performance, and
dependability have been given top priority in the
development of this tool, making it easy to maintain
and operate.

Environmental protection

Recycle unwanted materials instead of
disposing of them as waste. All tools, hoses
and packaging should be sorted, taken to
the local recycling centre and disposed of
in an environmentally safe way.

2. Consider the environment in which you are working. Do
not use power tools in damp or wet locations. Keep the
work area well lit. Do not expose power tools to rain
and high humidity. Do not use power tools in the
presence of flammable liquids or gases.

3. Keep visitors away from the work area. All visitors and
onlookers, especially children and infirm persons should
be kept well away from where you are working. Do not
let others in the vicinity make contact with the tool or
extension cord.

4. Store tools safely. When not in use, tools should be
stored in a dry, high place or locked up out of the
reach of children and infirm persons.

5. Do not force the tool. The tool will do the job better
and safer working at the rate for which it was
designed.

6. Use the correct tool for the job. Do not force small
tools or attachments to do the job best handled by a
heavier duty tool. Never use a tool for a purpose other
than that for which it was intended.

7. Dress correctly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry.
They can be caught in moving parts. Rubber gloves and
non-slip footwear are recommended when working
outdoors. If you have long hair, wear a protective hair
covering.

8. Use safety accessories. Safety glasses and earmuffs
should always be worn. A face or dust mask is also
required.

9. 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.

10. Do not abuse the power cord. Never pull the cord to

disconnect the tool from the power point. Keep the
cord away from heat, oil and sharp edges.

11. Secure the workpiece. Use clamps or a vice to hold the

workpiece. It is safer than using your hand and frees
both hands to operate the tool.

12. Do not overreach. Keep your footing secure and
balanced at all times.

13. Look after your tools. Keep tools clean and sharp for
better and safer performance. Follow the instructions
regarding lubrication and accessory changes. Inspect
tool cords periodically and, if damaged, have them
repaired by an authorised service facility. Inspect
extension cords periodically and replace them if
damaged. Keep tool handles dry, clean and free from
oil and grease.

14. Disconnect idle tools. Switch off the power and
disconnect the plug from the power point before
servicing, when changing accessories and when the
tool is not in use.

15. Remove adjusting keys and wrenches. Form the habit
of checking to see that keys and adjusting wrenches
are removed from the tool before switching it on.

16. Avoid unintentional starting. Always check that the
switch is in the OFF position before plugging in the
tool to the power supply. Do not carry a plugged in
tool with your finger on the switch.

17. Use outdoor rated extension cords. When a tool is
used outdoors, use only extension cords that are
intended for outdoor use and are so marked.

18. Stay alert. Watch what you are doing. Use common
sense. Do not operate a power tool when you are
tired.

19. Check for damaged parts. Before using a tool, check
that there are no damaged parts. If a part, such as a
guard is damaged, carefully determine if it will
operate properly and perform its intended function.
Check for alignment of moving parts, binding of
moving parts, breakage of parts, proper mounting and
any other conditions that may affect the operation of
the tool. A guard or other part that is damaged
should be properly repaired or replaced by an
authorised service facility, unless otherwise indicated
in this Instruction Manual. Defective switches must be

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