Guild 160mm Circular Saw - 1200W User guide

GUILD
1200W 160mm Circular Saw

Instruction Manual

PSC160GL

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Important - Please read these instructions fully before operating or maintaining your Guild circular saw

These instructions contain important information that will help you get the best from your Guild
circular saw, ensuring it remains safe to operate.
If you need help or have damaged or missing parts, call the Customer Helpline on 0333 3201989

Contents

Safety Information.....................................................................................................3

In The Box..................................................................................................................9

Accessories................................................................................................................9

Operating Instructions.............................................................................................10

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Working Hints For Your Circular Saw......................................................................

Maintenance.............................................................................................................12

Technical Data..........................................................................................................13

Environmental Protection........................................................................................14

Guarantee................................................................................................................14

Declaration of Conformity........................................................................................15

Plug Replacement (Uk & Ireland Only).....................................................................15

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Safety Information

Important - Please read these instructions fully before starting assembly

Warning Symbols

The following warning symbols appear throughout this assembly manual and
indicate the appropriate safety measures you should take when assembling and
operating the circular saw.

To reduce the risk of injury, Please read the instruction manual

Warning

Wear ear protection

Wear eye protection

Wear dust mask

Double insulation

Waste electrical products must not be disposed of with household waste. Please recycle
where facilities exist. Check with your local authorities or retailer for recycling advice.

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Safety Information

Important - Please read these instructions fully before starting assembly

General Power Tool Safety Warnings

WARNING! Read all safety warnings and all instructions. Failure to follow the

warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.

Save all warnings and instructions for future reference.

The term “power tool” in the warnings refers to your mains-operated (corded) power tool
or battery-operated (cordless) power tool.

1) Work area safety
a) Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents.
b) Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of

flammable liquids, gases or dust. Power tools create sparks which may ignite the

dust or fumes.

c) Keep children and bystanders away while operating a power tool. Distractions can

cause you to lose control.

2) Electrical safety
a) Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never modify the plug in any way. Do not

use any adapter plugs with earthed (grounded) power tools. Unmodified plugs and

matching outlets will reduce risk of electric shock.

b) Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces, such as pipes, radiators,

ranges and refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is

earthed or grounded.

c) Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Water entering a power tool will

increase the risk of electric shock.

d) Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for carrying, pulling or unplugging the

power tool. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts. Damaged or

entangled cords increase the risk of electric shock.

e) When operating a power tool outdoors, use an extension cord suitable for outdoor

use. Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock.
f) If operating a power tool in a damp location is unavoidable, use a residual
current device (RCD) protected supply. Use of an RCD reduces the risk of electric

shock.

3) Personal safety
a) 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.
b) Use personal protective equipment. Always wear eye protection. Protective

equipment such as dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection

used for appropriate conditions will reduce personal injuries.

c) Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is in the off-position before

connecting to power source and/or battery pack, picking up or carrying the tool.

Carrying power tools with your finger on the switch or energising power tools that

have the switch on invites accidents.

d) Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning the power tool on. A wrench or a

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Original Instructions

Safety Information

Important - Please read these instructions fully before starting assembly

General Power Tool Safety Warnings

key left attached to a rotating part of the power tool may result in personal injury.
e) Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. This enables better

control of the power tool in unexpected situations.

f) Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery. Keep your hair, clothing

and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewellery or long hair can be

caught in moving parts.

g) If devices are provided for the connection of dust extraction and collection facilities,

ensure these are connected and properly used. Use of dust collection can reduce

dust-related hazards.

4) Power tool use and care
a) Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power tool for your application.

The correct power tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was

designed.
b) Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn it on and off. Any power tool

that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.

c) Disconnect the plug from the power source and/or the battery pack from the power

tool before making any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing power

tools. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the power tool

accidentally.

d) Store idle power tools out of the reach of children and do not allow persons

unfamiliar with the power tool or these instructions to operate the power tool.

Power tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.

e) Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage

of parts and any other condition that may affect the power tool’s operation. If

damaged, have the power tool repaired before use. Many accidents are caused by

poorly maintained power tools.
f) Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp

cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control.

g) Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc. in accordance with these

instructions, taking into account the working conditions and the work to be

performed. Use of the power tool for operations different from those intended could

result in a hazardous situation.

5) Service
Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair person using only identical

replacement parts. This will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained.

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Safety Information

Important - Please read these instructions fully before starting assembly

Safety Warnings for all saws

a) DANGER: Keep hands away from cutting area and the blade. Keep your second

hand on auxiliary handle, or motor housing. If both hands are holding the saw,

they cannot be cut by the blade.
b) Do not reach underneath the workpiece. The guard cannot protect you from the blade

below the workpiece.
c) Adjust the cutting depth to the thickness of the workpiece. Less than a full tooth of

the blade teeth should be visible below the workpiece.

d) Never hold piece being cut in your hands or across your leg. Secure the workpiece

to a stable platform. It is important to support the work properly to minimize body

exposure, blade binding, or loss of control.

e) Hold the power tool by insulated gripping surfaces only, when performing an

operation where the cutting tool may contact hidden wiring or its own cord. Contact

with a “live” wire will also make exposed metal parts of the power tool “live” and could

give the operator an electric shock.
f) When ripping always use a rip fence or straight edge guide. This improves the

accuracy of cut and reduces the chance of blade binding.

g) Always use blades with correct size and shape (diamond versus round) of

arbour holes. Blades that do not match the mounting hardware of the saw will run

eccentrically, causing loss of control.
h) Never use damaged or incorrect blade washers or bolt. The blade washers and

bolt were specially designed for your saw, for optimum performance and safety of

operation.

Further safety instructions for all saws

Kickback causes and related warnings

- kickback is a sudden reaction to a pinched, bound or misaligned saw blade, causing an

uncontrolled saw to lift up and out of the workpiece toward the operator;

- when the blade is pinched or bound tightly by the kerf closing down, the blade stalls

and the motor reaction drives the unit rapidly back toward the operator;

- if 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 kerf

and jump back toward the operator.
Kickback is the result of saw misuse and/or incorrect operating procedures or conditions
and can be avoided by taking proper precautions as given below.

a) Maintain a firm grip with both hands on the saw and position your arms to resist

kickback forces. Position your body to either side of the blade, but not in line with

the blade. Kickback could cause the saw to jump backwards, but kickback forces can

be controlled by the operator, if proper precautions are taken.

b) When blade is binding, or when interrupting a cut for any reason, release the trigger

and hold the saw motionless in the material until the blade comes to a complete

stop. Never attempt to remove the saw from the work or pull the saw backward

while the blade is in motion or kickback may occur. Investigate and take corrective

actions to eliminate the cause of blade binding.

c) When restarting a saw in the workpiece, centre the saw blade in the kerf and check

that saw teeth are not engaged into the material. If saw blade is binding, it may walk

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Safety Information

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Safety Instructions For All Operations

up or kickback from the workpiece as the saw is restarted.
d) Support large panels to minimise the risk of blade pinching and kickback. Large

panels tend to sag under their own weight. Supports must be placed under the panel

on both sides, near the line of cut and near the edge of the panel.
e) Do not use dull or damaged blades. Unsharpened or improperly set blades produce

narrow kerf causing excessive friction, blade binding and kickback.

f) Blade depth and bevel adjusting locking levers must be tight and secure before

making cut. If blade adjustment shifts while cutting, it may cause binding and

kickback.

g) Use extra caution when sawing into existing walls or other blind areas. The

protruding blade may cut objects that can cause kickback.

Safety instructions for saws with inner pendulum guard

Lower Guard Function
a) Check lower guard for proper closing before each use. Do not operate the saw if

lower guard does not move freely and close instantly. Never clamp or tie the lower

guard into the open position. If saw is accidentally dropped, lower guard may be bent.

Raise the lower guard with the retracting handle and make sure it moves freely and

does not touch the blade or any other part, in all angles and depths of cut.

b) Check the operation of the lower guard spring. If the guard and the spring are not

operating properly, they must be serviced before use. Lower guard may operate

sluggishly due to damaged parts, gummy deposits, or a build-up of debris.

c) Lower guard may be retracted manually only for special cuts such as “plunge cuts”

and “compound cuts.” Raise lower guard by retracting handle and as soon as blade

enters the material, the lower guard must be released. For all other sawing, the

lower guard should operate automatically.

d) Always observe that the lower guard is covering the blade before placing saw

down on bench or floor. An unprotected, coasting blade will cause the saw to walk

backwards, cutting whatever is in its path. Be aware of the time it takes for the blade

to stop after switch is released.

Additional safety rules for circular saw

1. Always wear a dust mask, hearing protection and eye protection.

2. Only use saw blades recommended in the specification.

3. Do not use any abrasive wheels.

4. Use only blade diameter(s) in accordance with the markings.

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In The Box

Parts

1

Lock off switch

2

On/Off switch

3

Depth of cut adjustment lever

4

Depth of cut scale

5

Auxiliary handle

6

spindle lock button

7

Base plate angle scale

8

Base plate bevel lock

2

45

3

6

14

9

Parallel guide lock knob

10

Base plate

11

Parallel guide

12

Lower guard

13

Saw blade

14

Lower guard lever

15

Main Handle

16

Vacuum adapter

15

1

16

7

8

Accessories

Parallel guide 1pc
Allen key 1pc
Vacuum adapter 1pc
Blade: 160 mm * 24T 1pc

8

13

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Operating Instructions

NOTE: Before using the tool, read the instruction book carefully.

Intended Use

This tool is intended for lengthways and crossways cutting of wood with straight cutting
lines as well as bevel angles to 45° while resting firmly on the work piece.

1. FITTING / REPLACING A SAW BLADE (SEE FIG A1, A2, A3)

Hold the outer flange (b) and rotate the blade bolt (a) in anti-clockwise direction with
the allen key. Remove the blade bolt (a) and the outer flange (b). Rotate the lower blade
guard clockwise by pushing the guard lever to take out the old blade (13). Fit a replaced
blade. Ensure that the blade bore is located on the inner flange (c) and the blade
direction arrow points in the same direction as the lower blade guard arrow. Place the
outer flange (b) and the blade bolt (a) onto the blade bore. Tighten the bolt with 1/4 turn
more than finger tight. Check if the blade is securely clamped.
lock again and use the allen key to tighten the bolt with 1/4 turn more than finger tight.
Check if the blade is securely clamped.

WARNING: Blade teeth are very sharp. For best cutting results ensure you use a
saw blade suited to the material and cut quality you need.

A1

A3

A2

2

c

13

b

1

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2. DEPTH OF CUT ADJUSTMENT (SEE FIG B)

Lift the depth of cut lock lever and raise the saw body away from the base plate. Set
the depth of cut with the scale and push the lever down to lock. Always add 3mm to
your depth of cut so that the blade can cut through the material.

3. BASE PLATE ANGLE ADJUSTMENT (SEE FIG C1, C2)

Turn the base plate bevel lock in anti-clockwise direction to loosen the angle scale. Tilt
the base plate away from the tool until the required cutting angle is adjusted on the
angle scale. Tighten the bevel lock by turning it in clockwise direction. Do not use the
depth of cut scale when making bevel cuts due to possible inaccuracy.

4. DUST EXTRACTION OUTLET (SEE FIG D)

Fasten the vacuum adapter (16) onto the dust extraction outlet until it latches. Additionally
fasten the vacuum adapter (16) to the fixed guard with the two screws. Directly connect a
suitable vacuum hose to the adapter.

The vacuum adapter must not be mounted when no external dust extraction is
connected. Otherwise there is danger of the extraction system becoming clogged.
Clean the vacuum adapter regularly to ensure optimum dust extraction. The vacuum
cleaner must be suitable for the material to be worked.

B C1

C2 D

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Operating Instructions

5. HAND GRIP POSITION (SEE FIG E)

Always hold your saw firmly with both hands when operating.

6. SAFETY ON/OFF SWITCH (SEE FIG F)

Your switch is locked off to prevent accidental starting. Depress the lock off button then
the on/off switch and release the lock off button. Your switch is now on. To switch off, just
release the on/off switch. The blade may continue to rotate after switching off. Wait until
the tool comes to a complete stop before setting down.

7. PARALLEL GUIDE ADJUSTMENT (SEE FIG G)

It is used for making cuts parallel to a workpiece edge at a chosen distance. Slide the
parallel guide arm through the fixture to achieve the required cutting distance then tighten
the lock knob to clamp. It can be used from both sides of the base plate. For straight cuts,
use the 0° guide mark to align with your parallel guide scale. For a 45° bevel cut, use the
45° guide mark to align with your parallel guide scale. Securely clamp the parallel guide.

NOTE: It is best to carry out a trial cut.

8. CUTTING OPERATION

Set the required base plate angle and cutting depth. Place front of the base plate on the
workpiece (do not allow the blade to touch the workpiece at this time).
Start the saw. When the saw reaches the maximum speed, push it forward slowly. Always
hold your saw firmly with both hands when operating.

E F

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Working Hints For Your Circular Saw

If your power tool becomes too hot, run it no load for 2-3 minutes to cool the motor. Avoid
prolonged usage at very low speeds.
Always use a blade suited to the material and material thickness to be cut. The quality
of cut will improve as the number of blade teeth increase. Always ensure the work-piece
is firmly held or clamped to prevent movement. Support large panels close to the cut
line. Any movement of the material may affect the quality of the cut. The blade cuts on
the upward stroke and may chip the uppermost surface or edges of your work piece.
When cutting, ensure your uppermost surface is a non-visible surface when your work is
finished. Feeding too fast significantly reduces the performance of the tool and shortens
the life of the saw blade. Always face the good side of the work piece down to ensure
minimum splintering. Only use sharp saw blades of the correct type.
For pocket cutting (soft materials only) this operation requires much skill with a saw and
must only be carried out by a competent person.

WARNING: The blade teeth are exposed during this operation, so operate with

extreme caution.
Clearly mark the area to be cut. Set the depth of cut on the saw. Position the saw over
the marked area with the front edge of the base plate resting on the work surface and
cutting guide aligned with marked line on workpiece. Ensure the blade is not touching but
is close to the work surface. The moving lower guard must be rotated open by using the
lever. Switch on the saw and gently swing the blade down into the material but maintain a
pivoting force on the front edge of the base. The moving lower guard can now be released
for normal action of the guard.

Maintenance

Remove the plug from the socket before carrying out any adjustment, servicing or
maintenance.

Your power tool requires no additional lubrication or maintenance. There are no user
serviceable parts in your power tool. Never use water or chemical cleaners to clean
your power tool. Wipe clean with a dry cloth. Always store your power tool in a dry place.
Keep the motor ventilation slots clean. Keep all working controls free of dust.
If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent
or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.

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Technical Data

Technical Data Table

Voltage 230-240V~50Hz

Power input 1200W

No load speed 5500/min

Max. cutting capacity

90° 52.5mm

45° 37mm

Bevel capacity 0-45°

Blade size 160mm

Bore size 20mm

Protection class

Machine weight 3.76kg

Noise Information

A weighted sound pressure LpA : 86dB(A)
A weighted sound power LwA : 97dB(A)
KpA & KwA=3.0dB(A)
Wear ear protection

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Vibration Information

Vibration total values (triax vector sum) determined according to EN 60745:

Vibration emission value

Cutting wood: a

Uncertainty K =1.5m/s²

The declared vibration total value may be used for comparing one tool with another, and
may also be used in a preliminary assessment of exposure.

WARNING: The vibration emission value during actual use of the power tool can

differ from the declared value depending on the ways in which the tool is used
dependant on the following examples and other variations on how the tool is used:
The tool being in good condition and well maintained.
The use the correct accessory for the tool and ensuring it is sharp and in good condition.
The tightness of the grip on the handles and if any anti vibration accessories are used.
And the tool is being used as intended by its design and these instructions.

This tool may cause hand-arm vibration syndrome if its use is not adequately managed.

= 4,69 m/s

h,W

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Vibration Information

WARNING: To be accurate, an estimation of exposure level in the actual conditions

of use should also take account of all parts of the operating cycle such as the times
when the tool is switched off and when it is running idle but not actually doing the job. This
may significantly reduce the exposure level over the total working period.
Helping to minimize your vibration exposure risk.
ALWAYS use sharp chisels, drills and blades.
Maintain this tool in accordance with these instructions and keep well lubricated (where
appropriate).
If the tool is to be used regularly then invest in anti vibration accessories.
Avoid using tools in temperatures of 10oC or less.
Plan your work schedule to spread any high vibration tool use across a number of days.

Environmental Protection

Waste electrical products must not be disposed of with household waste. Please
recycle where facilities exist. Check with your local authorities or retailer for
recycling advice.

Guarantee

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This product is selected for DOMESTIC USE ONLY and not for business use.
This product is guaranteed against manufacturing defects for a period of 24 months. This
does not cover the product where the fault is due to misuse, abuse, use in contravention of
the instructions, or where the product has been the subject of unauthorised modifications
or alterations, or has been the subject of commercial use. In the event of a problem with
the product within the guarantee period please return it to your nearest store. If the item is
shown to have an inherent defect present at the time of sale, the store will provide you with
a replacement. Your statutory rights remain unaffected.

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firmly clamped

Declaration of Conformity

This Guild 1200W 160mm Circular Saw model number PSC160GL fully complies with
the Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC, Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive 2004/108/
EC(before 2016/04/20) and 2014/30/EC(since 2016/04/20), RoHS Directive 2011/65/EU and
the following harmonized EU standards
EN 60745-2-5: 2010
EN 60745-1: 2009 + A11: 2010
EN 55014-1: 2006 + A1:2009 + A2:2011
EN 55014-2: 1997 + A1:2001 + A2:2008
EN 61000-3-2: 2014
EN 61000-3-3: 2013
This declaration is made under the sole responsibility of Argos Ltd, 489/499 Avebury
Boulevard, Milton Keynes, MK9 2NW

Category Technical Manager signed
Issued 20/10/2015

Plug Replacement (Uk & Ireland Only)

If you need to replace the fitted plug then follow the instructions below.

IMPORTANT

The wires in the mains lead are colored in accordance with the following code:

Blue – Neutral
Brown – Live

As the colors of the wires in the mains lead of this appliance may not correspond with the
coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows. The wire
which is coloured blue must be connected to the terminal which is marked with N. The
wire which is coloured brown must be connected to the terminal which is marked with L.

WARNING:

Never connect live or neutral wires to the earth terminal of the plug. Only fit an

approved BS1363/A plug and the correct rated fuse.
Note: If a moulded plug is fitted and has to be removed take great care in disposing of the
plug and severed cable, it must be destroyed to prevent engaging into a socket.

Connect
Blue to N
(neutral)

Outer sleeve

13 Amp fuse approved
to BS1362

Brown L (live)

Cable grip

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