Guild BMS210G Instruction manual

GUILD
1200W Compound Mitre Saw

Instruction Manual

BMS210G

After Sales Support

UK/Ireland 0333 3201989
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Important - Please read these instructions fully before operating or maintaining your Guild compound mitre saw

These instructions contain important information that will help you get the best from your guild
compound mitre 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..................................................................................................................7

Accessories................................................................................................................7

Assembly Instructions...............................................................................................8

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

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

Technical Data..........................................................................................................15

Environmental Protection........................................................................................16

Guarantee................................................................................................................17

Declaration of Conformity........................................................................................17

Plug Replacement (Uk & Ireland Only)....................................................................18

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Safety Information

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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 compound mitre 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: When using electric tools basic safety precautions should always be

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

following.

Read all these instructions before attempting to operate this product and save these
instructions.

Safe operation

1 - Keep work area clear

- Cluttered areas and benches invite injuries.
2 - Consider work area environment

- Do not expose tools to rain.

- Do not use tools in damp or wet locations.

- Keep work area well lit.

- Do not use tools in the presence of flammable liquids or gases.
3 - Guard against electric shock

- Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces (e.g. pipes, radiators, ranges,
refrigerators).

4 - Keep other persons away

- Do not let persons, especially children, not involved in the work touch the tool or the
extension cord and keep them away from the work area.

5 - Store idle tools

- When not in use, tools should be stored in a dry locked-up place, out of reach of
children.

6 - Do not force the tool

- It will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was intended.

7 - Use the right tool

- Do not force small tools to do the job of a heavy duty tool.

- Do not use tools for purposes not intended; for example do not use circular saws to cut
tree limbs or logs.

8 - Dress properly

- Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery, they can be caught in moving parts.

- Non-skid footwear is recommended when working outdoors.

- Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair.

9 - Use protective equipment

- Use safety glasses.

- Use face or dust mask if working operations create dust.

10 - Connect dust extraction equipment

- If the tool is provided for the connection of dust extraction and collecting equipment,
ensure these are connected and properly used.

11 - Do not abuse the cord

- Never yank the cord to disconnect it from the socket. Keep the cord away from heat, oil
and sharp edges.

12 - Secure work

- Where possible use clamps or a vice to hold the work. It is safer than using your hand.

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Safety Information

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General Power Tool Safety Warnings

13 - Do not overreach

- Keep proper footing and balance at all times.

14 - Maintain tools with care

- Keep cutting tools sharp and clean for better and safer performance.

- Follow instruction for lubricating and changing accessories.

- Inspect tool cords periodically and if damaged have them repaired by an authorized
service facility.

- Inspect extension cords periodically and replace if damaged.

- Keep handles dry, clean and free from oil and grease.

15 - Disconnect tools

- When not in use, before servicing and when changing accessories such as blades, bits
and cutters, disconnect tools from the power supply.

16 - Remove adjusting keys and wrenches

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

17 - Avoid unintentional starting

- Ensure switch is in “off” position when plugging in.

18 - Use outdoor extension leads

- When the tool is used outdoors, use only extension cords intended for outdoor use
and so marked.

19 - Stay alert

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Watch what you are doing, use common sense and do not operate the tool when you are tired.

20 - Check damaged parts

- Before further use of tool, it 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 centre unless otherwise indicated in this instruction manual.

- Have defective switches replaced by an authorized service centre.

- Do not use the tool if the switch does not turn it on and off.

21 - Warning

- The use of any accessory or attachment other than one recommended in this
instruction manual may present a risk of personal injury.

22 - Have your tool repaired by a qualified person

- This electric tool complies with the relevant safety rules. Repairs should only be
carried out by qualified persons using original spare parts, otherwise this may result
in considerable danger to the user.

23 - If the replacement of the supply cord is necessary, this has to be done by the

manufacturer or his agent in order to avoid a safety hazard.

24 - For tools intended to be connected to a water supply:
– Replacement of the plug or the supply cord shall always be carried out by the

manufacturer of the tool or his service organisation,

– Keep water clear off the electrical parts of the tool and away from persons in the

working area.

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Safety Information

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Mitre Saw Safety Instruction

Safety precautions

- Do not use saw blades which are damaged or deformed;

- Replace the table insert when worn;

- Use only saw blades recommended by the manufacturer which conform to en 847-1;

- Do not use saw blades manufactured from high speed steel;

- Wear suitable personal protective equipment when necessary, this could include:

- Hearing protection to reduce the risk of induced hearing loss;

- Eye protection when using the tool.

- Respiratory protection to reduce the risk of inhalation of harmful dust.

- Gloves for handling saw blades (saw blades shall be carried in a holder
wherever practicable) and rough material;

- Connect the saw to a dust collecting device when sawing wood. In addition the
operator shall be informed of factors that influence exposure of dust and the
precautions mentioned e.G. Type of material to be machined and the importance of
local extraction (capture or source) and proper adjustment of hoods/baffles/chutes;

Safe operation

- Select the correct saw blade for the material to be cut;

- Do not use the saw to cut other materials than those recommended by the
manufacturer;

- Lifting and transportation information: information shall include where to lift and
support the mitre saw and when necessary a warning not to use guards for this
purpose;

- Do not use the saw without the guards in position, in good working order and properly
maintained;

- Ensure that the arm is securely fixed when bevelling;

- Keep the floor area around the machine level, well maintained and free of loose
materials e.G. Chips and cut-offs;

- Provide adequate general or localised lighting;

- The operator is adequately trained in the use, adjustment and operation of the
machine;

- Use correctly sharpened saw blades. Observe the maximum speed marked on the saw
blade;

- Ensure that any spacers and spindle rings used are suitable for the purpose as stated
by the manufacturer;

- When fitted with laser, no exchange with different type of laser is permitted. Repairs
shall only be carried out by the laser manufacturer or an authorised agent;

- Blade replacement procedure including the method for repositioning and a warning
that this must be carried out correctly;

- Refrain from removing any cut-offs or other parts of the workpiece from the cutting
area whilst the machine is running and the saw head is not in the rest position;

- Always to clamp work pieces to the saw table

- To ensure before each cut that the machine is stable,

- If needed, to fix the machine to a work bench or the like,

- If needed, to support long work pieces with appropriate additional supports;

- Replace table insert when worn.

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