Guild BMS210G Instruction manual

GUILD
1200W Compound Mitre Saw

Instruction Manual

BMS210G

After Sales Support

UK/Ireland 0333 3201989
[e-mail]

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

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 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

Important - Please read these instructions fully before starting assembly

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

-

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

Important - Please read these instructions fully before starting assembly

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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In The Box

Parts

1

Handle

2

Safety release lever

3

Carbon brush cap

4

Retractable safety guard

5

Fence

6

Rotary table

7

Rotary table locking knob

8

Rotary table slot

Rotary table mitre angle scale

9

10

Mounting hole

11

Work clamp securing knob

12

Work clamp

15
14

13

12

11

13

Dust bag

14

Upper blade guard

15

Transportation handle

16

Dust extraction port (See Fig. A)

17

Support stand (See Fig. B1)

18

Trigger switch (See Fig. F)

19

Bevel lock lever (See Fig. G1)

20

Bevel scale (See Fig. K2)

21

Spindle lock (See Fig. L3)

1

2
3

4

5

6

7

10

8

9

Accessories

Work clamp 1pc
Dust bag 1pc
Wrench 1pc

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B1

Assembly Instructions

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

Intended Use

This tool is intended as a stationary machine for making straight lengthways and
crossways cuts in wood. Horizontal mitre angles of -45° to +45° as well as vertical bevel
angles of 0° to +45° are possible.

ASSEMBLY

WARNING: To prevent accidental starting that could cause possible serious

personal injury, ALWAYS assemble all parts to your saw BEFORE connecting it to
the power supply. The saw should NEVER be connected to a power supply when you are
assembling parts, making adjustments, installing or removing blades, or when not in
use.

1. DUST EXTRACTION PORT (SEE FIG A)

To reduce build up of saw dust and maintain cutting efficiency, the saw dust collection
can be achieved by clipping a dust bag on the dust extraction port (16).
A dust bag is provided for use on your mitre saw. To install it, simply fit the dust bag over
the extraction port on the upper blade guard.
To empty the dust bag, remove it from the dust exhaust port, open the dust bag by
unzipping the slide fastener.
NOTE: To ensure optimal dust collecting, empty the dust bag when it becomes filled to
approximately 2/3 of its capacity.

2. THE SUPPORT STAND (SEE FIG B1, B2)

Pull the support stand to its extreme, as shown in Fig B1, B2.

WARNING: Always keep the support stand at its extreme out position when using
the product.

A

16

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Assembly Instructions

3. WORK CLAMP (SEE FIG C)

1) The work clamp can be fitted on either side of the saw and is fully adjustable to suit the
size of the workpiece.

2) Do not operate the saw without clamping the workpiece.

3) Make sure that the work clamp securing screws are tightened.

4. MOUNTING HOLES (SEE FIG D)

Before use, the saw can be fixed to a firm, level surface with the 4 mounting bolts (not
supplied).
Four holes are provided in the base of the saw to enable it to be fixed to a bench, or
other supporting surface.
To mount the saw, proceed as follows:

1) Locate and mark where the saw is to be mounted.

2) Drill 4 holes through the surface.

3) Place the sliding mitre saw on the surface aligning holes in base with holes drilled in
the surface. Install bolts, washers and hex nuts.

B1 B2

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B1 B2

C D

1. RELEASING THE SAW HEAD (SEE FIG E1, E2)

When boxed or during storage, transportation, the saw head is locked in the down position.
To release the head ready for operation, apply downward pressure and pull out the lock pin
(a) The head will be raised gently to upper position.

2. STARTING THE SAW (SEE FIG F)

Press the trigger switch (18). Allow the motor to reach full speed. When the blade has reached
maximum speed, unlock the blade guard by operating the safety release lever (2) using your thumb.

3. CHOP CUT (SEE FIG G1, G2)

Chop cut is used mainly for narrow pieces, i.e. the lock screw of slide rod is tightened and
the head assembly is lowered to cut through the workpiece.

1) Connect the machine to power outlet, ensure that the mains cable is clear of the blade
and base plate.

2) Position the material to be cut on the rotary table, ensure it is firmly clamped so that it
will not move during cutting.

3) Ensure that the rotary table locking knob (7) and bevel lock lever (19) is tightened before
cutting.

4) Press the trigger switch and allow the saw blade to run up the speed.

5) Still holding in the trigger, using your thumb simply press the safety release lever. It will
then be possible to push the saw head down by the handle.

6) Continue to move the saw head down smoothly and make the cut exerting only gentle
pressure on the downward stroke, letting the saw do the work.

4. CROSS PULL CUT (SEE FIG H1, H2)

A mitre cut is made at 0° bevel and any mitre angle in the range from 45° left to 45° right. It can

E1 E2

a

F G1

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2

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a

19

18

2

C D

E1 E2

F G1

a

19

7

18

2

E1 E2

F G1

G2 H1

19

7

18

19

2

F G1

G2 H1

H2 I1

be made as a chop cut.

G2 H1

For most convenient operation, your sliding mitre saw is equipped with mitre detents for fast
and accurate mitre cuts of common mitre angles (Left: 45°, 30°, 22.5°, 15°;0°; Right: 0° ,15°,

22.5°, 30°, 45°).
The rotary table locking knob (8) is used to lock the table at the desired mitre angle. To adjust
the mitre angle, put the saw on a stable surface and fix it, loosen the rotary table locking knob
(7) counter-clockwise, hold the handle (1) firmly to rotate the saw head to the desired position,
then tighten the rotary table locking knob (7) clockwise.

5. MITRE CUT (SEE FIG I1, I2)

A bevel cut is made at 0° mitre and any bevel angle in the range of 0° to 45° left.
The saw can be moved from the normal 0° perpendicular position to an angled position
down to 45° from the horizontal, on the left only.
Loosen the bevel lock lever (19) and tilt the saw head to the left, until the desired angle is

reached on the bevel scale. Re-tighten the bevel lock lever and make your cut.

H2 I1

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Maintenance

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H2 I1

I2

WARNING:

servicing or maintenance.

When all the adjustments, settings or maintenance have been done, make sure that all keys and
wrenches have been removed and that all screws, bolts and other fittings are securely tightened.

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.
Occasionally you may see sparks through the ventilation slots. This is normal and will not
damage your power tool.
If the supply cord of this power tool is damaged, it must be replaced by a specially prepared

cord available through the service

1. PRECISION SETTING OF ANGLES (SEE FIG J1, J2, K1, K2)

While the machine has been factory set, it is advisable that the 0
and the 90
in transit. (Ensure power is disconnected while making these adjustments).
To confirm the 0
locking knob. Check that the angle between the straight guide and the blade is 90
try square (b, not supplied) as shown in Fig. K1. If the angle requires adjustment, loosen the
locking screws for straight guide, and align the fence against the try square.
Re-tighten the locking screws for straight guide. (SEE FIG J1, J2)

Remove the plug from the socket before carrying out any adjustment,

o

perpendicular setting of the tilt be checked, as these positions may have moved

o

rotary table setting, set the rotary table at 0o and tighten the rotary table

J1 J2

b

o

setting of the rotary table

o

using a

K1 K2

b

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Maintenance

c

20

b

b

J1 J2

K1 K2

Similarly, check that the angle of the blade to the face of the rotary table is 90o. If necessary,
adjust the tilt angle of the saw head at the 90
adjust the 0° bevel adjustment screw (c) to bring the saw blade into alignment with the
square. Loosen the head screw (c) holding the pointer of the bevel scale (20) and adjust the
position of the pointer so that it accurately indicates zero on the scale. Retighten the screw.
Retighten the bevel lock (20) and the 0° bevel adjustment screw . (SEE FIG K1, K2)

2. CHANGING THE SAW BLADE (SEE FIG L1-L5)

Disconnect the saw from the power supply.
Remove the screw with a screwdriver.
Press the blade spindle lock (21) and rotate the blade until it is locked, then loosen and
remove the blade securing bolt, the outer flange with the socket wrench in clockwise
direction.
NOTE: Blade securing bolt has a left hand thread.

o

position: loosen the bevel lock (19) and

L1 L2

L3

b

L4

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c

20

b

b

21

K1 K2

L1 L2

L3

L4

Remove the blade, (we recommend the use of a stout glove for this). Clean any saw dust
and debris from the arbor and saw blade securing flanges.
To refit the blade, follow the above procedure in reverse order.
CAUTION: ALWAYS install the blade with the blade teeth and the arrow printed on the side
of the blade pointing down at the front of the saw. The direction of blade rotation is also
stamped with an arrow on the upper blade guard.

3. REPLACING THE CARBON BRUSHES

Check the carbon brushes regularly. If the carbon brushes are worn down to about 4mm,
replace them with the new set (not supplied). It must be replaced in pairs.
With a suitable slotted screwdriver turn the cap anti-clockwise until the carbon brush is
released, replace the brush and make sure that they locate well and are secured within the
brush retainer.

4. MOVING THE SAW

1) When transporting the saw with fixed locations, make sure that the saw head is locked in
the lower position.

2) The rotary table locking knob, the bevel lock lever and the slide rod securing knob, must
all be securely tightened.

3) Use the transportation handle to lift the saw. Do not lift the saw by the switch handle.

L5

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Technical Data

Technical Data Table

Rated voltage 230-240V~50Hz
Rated Input power 1200W
No load speed 4500 /min
Bevel capacity 0-45°

Mitre capacity 0-45° L&R

Blade size 210 mm

Protection class

Machine weight 6.26 kg

Cutting Capacity

Max cutting mitre/bevel 0°/90° 120*55mm
Max cutting mitre/bevel 45°/90° 120*32mm
Max cutting mitre/bevel 0°/45° 80*55mm

Noise Information

A weighted sound pressure LpA : 91dB(A)
A weighted sound power LwA : 104dB(A)
KpA & KwA=3.0dB(A)
Wear ear protection when sound pressure is over: 80dB(A)

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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.

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Guarantee

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.

Declaration of Conformity

This Guild 1200W Compound Mitre Saw model number BMS210G 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 61029-1: 2009/A11:2010
EN 61029-2-9:2012/A11:2013
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

Issue1 08/2015

Category Technical Manager signed
Issued 20/10/2015

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Plug Replacement (Uk & Ireland Only)

firmly clamped

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.

13 Amp fuse approved
to BS1362

Connect
Blue to N
(neutral)

Brown L (live)

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Outer sleeve

Cable grip

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