Trotec PCSS 10-1400 Operating Manual

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PCSS 10-1400

OPERATING MANUAL

PORTABLE CIRCULAR SAW

TRT-BA-PCSS10-1400-TC-003-EN

Notes regarding the operating manual................................. 1

Info

Information marked with this symbol helps you to carry out your tasks quickly and safely.

Safety .....................................................................................2

Information about the device................................................6

Transport and storage...........................................................8

Start-up..................................................................................9

Operation .............................................................................16

Errors and faults..................................................................19

Maintenance ........................................................................20

Disposal ...............................................................................20

Notes regarding the operating manual

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Warning of electrical voltage

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Warning of hot surface

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Follow the manual

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Wear ear protection

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Wear safety glasses

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Wear a protective mask

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Wear tight-fitting protective clothing

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Wear protective gloves

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You can download the current version of the operating manual and the EU declaration of conformity via the following link:

Warning of laser radiation

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Warning of sharp object

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Warning of hand injuries

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Warning

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Caution

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Notice

This signal word indicates important information (e.g. material damage), but does not indicate hazards.

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Safety

Read this manual carefully before starting or using the device. Always store the manual in the immediate vicinity of the device or its site of use!

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.

This appliance can be used by children aged from 8years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved. Children shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children without supervision.

The term power tool used in the safety warnings refers to both mains-operated and battery-powered electric tools (with/ without power cable).

General Power Tool Safety Warnings – Work area safety

• Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents.

• 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.

• Keep children and bystanders away while operating a

power tool. Distractions can cause you to lose control.

General Power Tool Safety Warnings – Electrical safety

• Power tool or power adapter 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.

• 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.

• Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of electric shock.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

General Power Tool Safety Warnings – Personal safety

• 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.

Use personal protective equipment. Always wear eye protection. Protective equipment such

as protective mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, hearing protection or tight-fitting protective clothing used for appropriate conditions will reduce personal injuries.

• 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.

• Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning the power tool on. A wrench or a key left attached to a rotating part of the power tool may result in personal injury.

• Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. This enables better control of the power tool in unexpected situations.

• 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.

• If devices are provided for the connection of dust

extraction and collection facilities, ensure these are connected and properly used. The use of a dust

extraction system may reduce dust-related hazards.

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General Power Tool Safety Warnings – Power tool use and care

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control.

• 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.

General Power Tool Safety Warnings – 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.

Device-specific safety warnings for portable circular saws

Safety warnings for all saws

Sawing methods

• 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.

• Do not reach underneath the workpiece. The guard cannot protect you from the blade below the workpiece.

• 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.

• 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 minimise body exposure, blade binding, or loss of control.

• Hold the power tool by its insulated gripping surfaces

when performing an operation where the cutting accessory 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.

• When ripping, always use a rip fence or straight edge guide. This improves the accuracy of cut and reduces the chance of blade binding.

• Always use saw 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.

• Never use damaged or incorrect blade washers or bolts. The blade washers and bolt were specially designed for your saw, for optimum performance and safety of operation.

Further safety warnings for all saws

Kickback causes and related warnings

A 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.

• 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.

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

corrective actions to eliminate the cause of blade binding.

• 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 up or kickback from the workpiece as the saw is restarted.

• 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.

• Do not use dull or damaged blades. Unsharpened or improperly set blades produce narrow kerf causing excessive friction, blade binding and kickback.

• 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.

• Use extra caution when sawing into existing walls or other blind areas. The protruding blade may cut objects that can cause kickback.

Safety warnings for circular saws with pendulum guard and circular saws with tow guard – Lower guard function

• Check the lower guard for proper closure before each use. Do not operate the saw if the lower guard does not move freely and close immediately. Never clamp or tie the lower guard in the open position. The lower

guard may be bent if the saw accidentally falls to the floor. Use the retracting lever to raise the guard and make sure that it moves freely and does not touch the blade or any other part of the saw at all cutting angles and depths of cut.

• Check that the lower guard spring operates correctly.

If the guard and spring do not operate correctly, have the saw serviced before use. Lower guard may operate

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

• Lower guard may be retracted manually only for

special cuts such as "plunge cuts" and "compound cuts". Raise lower guard by retracting lever and as soon as blade enters the material, the lower guard must be released. For all other sawing, the lower guard

should operate automatically.

• 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 warnings for portable circular saws

Warning of laser radiation Laser class2, P max.: < 1mW, λ: 650nm,

EN 60825-1:2014

Do not look directly into the laser beam or the opening from which it emerges. Never point the laser beam at people, animals or reflective surfaces. Even brief eye contact can lead to eye damage. Examining the laser output aperture by use of optical instruments (e.g. magnifying glass, magnifiers and the like) entails the risk of eye damage. When working with a laser of class2, observe the national regulations on wearing eye protection.

• Do not reach into the chip ejector with your hands. They could be injured by rotating parts.

• Do not work overhead with the saw. In this manner you do not have sufficient control over the power tool.

• Use suitable detectors to determine if utility lines are

hidden in the work area or call the local utility company for assistance. Contact with electrical lines

may result in fire and electric shock. Damaging a gas line may lead to an explosion. Penetrating a water line causes property damage and may cause an electric shock.

• Do not operate the power tool stationary. It is not designed for operation with a saw table.

• Do not use high speed steel (HSS) saw blades. Such saw blades can easily break.

• Do not saw ferrous metals. Red hot chips can ignite the dust extraction.

Intended use

Only use the device PCSS 10-1400 for producing longitudinal, cross and mitre cuts in wood, chipboards, plastic, lightweight construction materials and non-ferrous metals while using a suitable saw blade, keeping base plate contact and adhering to the technical data.

We recommend using the power tool with original Trotec accessories.

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Improper use

• The device is not intended for processing damp wood.

• The device is not intended for processing glass or stone.

• The device is not intended for processing ferrous metals.

• The device is not intended for plunge-cutting.

Warning of electrical voltage

There is a risk of a short-circuit due to liquids penetrating the housing! Do not immerse the device and the accessories in water. Make sure that no water or other liquids can enter the housing.

Personnel qualifications

People who use this device must:

• have read and understood the operating manual, especially the Safety chapter.

Personal protective equipment

Wear hearing protection.

Excessive noise can lead to hearing loss.

Wear eye protection.

With it you protect your eyes from splintering, falling and flying pieces which could cause injuries.

Wear a protective mask.

It saves you from inhaling harmful dusts generated when processing workpieces.

Wear protective gloves.

They protect your hands from burns, crushing injuries and skin abrasions.

Wear tight-fitting protective clothing.

This protects you from the draw-in and entanglement hazard posed by rotating parts.

Residual risks

Warning of electrical voltage

Electric shock from insufficient insulation. Check the device for damages and proper functioning before each use. If you notice damages, no longer use the device. Do not use the device when the device or your hands are damp or wet!

Warning of electrical voltage

Work on the electrical components must only be carried out by an authorised specialist company!

Warning of electrical voltage

Before any work on the device, remove the mains plug from the mains socket! Hold onto the mains plug while pulling the power cable out of the mains socket.

Warning of explosive substances

Fine dust and chips produced during sawing are highly flammable. Risk of fire and explosion! Use a dust or chip bag or a dust extraction system for collecting the dust and chips produced.

Warning of laser radiation Laser class2, P max.: < 1mW, λ: 650nm,

EN 60825-1:2014

Warning of hot surface

The insertion tool might still be hot after the application. Burn hazard when touching the insertion tool. Do not touch the insertion tool bare-handed! Wear protective gloves!

Warning of hand injuries

Crushing hazard near saw blade and base plate if handled without due care. Wear protective gloves!

Warning of sharp object

Parts of the saw blade are sharp. Risk of injuries if handled without due care. Wear protective gloves!

Warning

Toxic dusts! The harmful / toxic dusts produced during operation pose of risk to the health of the operator and persons in the vicinity. Wear eye protection and a dust mask!

Warning

Do not process materials containing asbestos. Asbestos is considered carcinogenic.

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Warning

Make sure not to hit power, gas or water lines when working with a power tool. If necessary, use a pipe detector to check the wall you want to drill in or slit open.

Warning

Risk of injuries caused by flying parts or bursting tool heads.

Warning

Dangers can occur at the device when it is used by untrained people in an unprofessional or improper way! Observe the personnel qualifications!

Warning

The device is not a toy and does not belong in the hands of children.

Warning

Risk of suffocation! Do not leave the packaging lying around. Children may use it as a dangerous toy.

Caution

Vibration emissions can cause a health hazard if the device is used for an extended period of time or if it is not properly handled and maintained.

Information about the device

Device description

The device PCSS 10-1400 is suited for producing longitudinal, cross and mitre cuts in wood, chipboards, plastic, lightweight construction materials and non-ferrous metals while using a suitable saw blade and keeping base plate contact.

The cutting depth can be steplessly adjusted from 0mm to 65mm.

The cutting angle can be steplessly adjusted from 0°to 45°. The device is equipped with a 1,400W motor. For material-

compatible working, the idle speed can be set steplessly within a range of 2,200 rpm to 4,700 rpm at the setting wheel.

The soft start and starting current limitation prevent excessive acceleration during switch-on.

The power increase achieved by the electronic speed control guarantees a constant speed during sawing even at high loads.

The spindle lock allows for a simple exchange of the saw blade. The device is equipped with a start lock preventing unintentional

switch-on of the device. For an improved guidance, a laser can be switched on in

addition, which indicates the current cutting path.

Caution

Keep a sufficient distance from heat sources.

Notice

If you store or transport the device improperly, the device may be damaged. Note the information regarding transport and storage of the device.

Behaviour in the event of an emergency

1. Switch the device off.

2. In an emergency, disconnect the device from the mains feed-in: Hold onto the mains plug while pulling the power cable out of the mains socket.

3. Do not reconnect a defective device to the mains.

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Device depiction

No. Designation

1 Additional handle 2 Laser button 3 Laser aperture 4 Wing screw for rip fence 5 Wing screw for cutting angle 6 Rip fence holder 7 Chip ejector 8 On/off switch 9 Handle 10 Locking lever for cutting depth 11 Allen wrench holder 12 Rip fence 13 Saw blade 14 Allen wrench 15 Battery 16 Adapter for dust extraction 17 Lower guard 18 Clamping flange 19 Clamping screw with washer 20 Base plate 21 Retracting lever for guard 22 Upper guard 23 Battery compartment cover 24 Setting wheel for speed selection 25 Start lock 26 Spindle lock

Scope of delivery

• 1x Device PCSS 10-1400

• 1 x Carbide saw blade 24 teeth (for wood and plastic)

• 1 x Carbide saw blade 48 teeth (for wood and plastic)

• 1 x Rip fence

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• 1 x Adapter for dust extraction

• 1 x SW6 Allen wrench

• 2 x Battery (button cell type AG 13 / LR 44, 1.5 V)

• 1x Manual

Technical data

Parameter Value

Model PCSS 10-1400

Mains connection 1/N/PE ~ 230 V / 50 Hz Power consumption 1.4 kW Idle speed 2,200 rpm to 4,700 rpm Max. saw blade diameter 190mm Laser Class 2 Batteries 2 x 1.5 V alkaline button cells

(type AG 13 / LR 44)

Cutting depth max. 65 mm at 0°

max. 44 mm at 45° Cutting angle 0° to 45° Base plate dimensions 150 x 300mm Cable length 3 m Protection class

Weight 5 kg

Saw blades (included in the scope of delivery)

Carbide saw blade for wood and plastic

Max. speed 7,000 rpm Bore diameter 20 mm Blade thickness 1.44 mm Teeth thickness 2.5 mm

II /

24 teeth

48 teeth

Caution

Vibration emissions can cause a health hazard if the device is used for an extended period of time or if it is not properly handled and maintained.

• The vibration level will change depending on the application of the power tool and may in some cases differ from the value specified in these instructions. The vibration load may be underestimated if the power tool is used regularly in such a way. For a precise estimation of the vibration load during a certain work period, it is also important to consider the periods during which the device is switched off, or is running but not actually employed. This can reduce the vibration load over the entire work period significantly.

Transport and storage

Notice

If you store or transport the device improperly, the device may be damaged. Note the information regarding transport and storage of the device.

Transport

Before transporting the device, observe the following:

• Switch off the device.

• Hold onto the mains plug while pulling the power cable out of the mains socket.

• Allow the device to cool down.

Vibration information according to EN62841

Total vibration emission value: Sawing wood a

Uncertainty K

3.86 m/s²

1.5 m/s²

Sound values according to EN62841

Sound pressure level L Sound power L

89 dB(A) 100 dB(A)

Uncertainty K 3 dB

Wear hearing protection.

Excessive noise can lead to hearing loss.

Information on noise and vibration:

• The vibration level specified in these instructions was determined by means of a measuring method standardized in EN62841 and can be used for a device comparison. The specified vibration emission value may also be used for a preliminary assessment of the exposure.

Storage

Before storing the device, observe the following:

• Switch off the device.

• Hold onto the mains plug while pulling the power cable out of the mains socket.

• Allow the device to cool down.

• Remove any inserted batteries.

• Clean the device as described in the Maintenance chapter.

When the device is not being used, observe the following storage conditions:

• dry and protected from frost and heat

• ambient temperature below 40 °C

• protected from dust and direct sunlight

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Start-up

Unpacking the device

• Take the device and the accessories out of the packaging.

Warning of electrical voltage

• Check the contents for completeness and look for damages.

Warning

Risk of suffocation! Do not leave the packaging lying around. Children may use it as a dangerous toy.

• Dispose of the packaging material according to the national regulations.

Adjusting the cutting depth

In the 0° position, the cutting depth can be set in the range from 0mm to 65mm.

Info

The cutting depth should exceed the material thickness by approx.3mm so that a little less than the total tooth height is visible below the workpiece.

1. Release the locking lever(10).

2. Set the desired cutting depth on the cutting depth scale(27).

3. Lock the locking lever(10) again.

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Adjusting the cutting angle

You can adjust the cutting angle in the range from 0° to 45°.

Info

For mitre cuts, the cutting depth is smaller than the value shown on the cutting depth scale.

1. Loosen the wing screw for the cutting angle(5).

4. Note that the cutting line runs along between the notches on the base plate marked 0 and 45, depending on the cutting angle setting. In the example below, the cutting angle is set to 45°:

2. Set the desired cutting angle on the cutting angle scale(28).

3. Retighten the wing screw(5).

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Changing the saw blade

Warning of electrical voltage

Before any work on the device, remove the mains plug from the mains socket! Hold onto the mains plug while pulling the power cable out of the mains socket.

Warning of hot surface

The insertion tool might still be hot after the application. Burn hazard when touching the insertion tool. Do not touch the insertion tool bare-handed! Wear protective gloves!

Notice

Only use saw blades complying with EN847-1.

Notice

Do not use flanges or flange nuts whose bore hole is larger or smaller than that of the saw blade.

Wear protective gloves

Wear appropriate protective gloves when inserting or exchanging tools.

As standard, the device is supplied with 2 saw blades with 24 and 48teeth respectively (both suited for wood and plastic). The saw blade with 48teeth is preassembled.

Please proceed as follows to remove or insert a saw blade:

1. Set the cutting depth to 0mm.

2. Set the cutting angle to 0°.

3. Place the device on the front side of the motor housing.

4. Take the Allen wrench(14) out of the holder.

5. Press and hold the spindle lock(26).

6. Loosen the clamping screw(19) by means of the Allen wrench(14).

7. Let go of the spindle lock(26).

8. Remove the clamping screw(19) together with the washer(29) as well as the clamping flange(18).

9. Remove any material residues from the device, in particular from the lower guard.

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10. Swing the lower guard(17) back using the retracting

lever(21) and hold the retracting lever in this position.

11. Remove the saw blade(30).

14. Insert the new saw blade(30). When doing so, make sure that the direction of the arrow on the saw blade corresponds to that of the arrow on the device.

12. Check whether the saw blade clamp(31) is attached to the device. If it has fallen out accidentally, reattach it.

13. Please note that the lower guard(17) must be swung back using the retracting lever(21) in order to insert the saw blade.

15. Carefully swing the lower guard(17) back into its initial position with the retracting lever(21).

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16. Refit the clamping flange(18) on the saw blade clamp(31).

In doing so, make sure to insert the clamping flange as shown below (convex side to the outside).

18. Press and hold the spindle lock(26).

17. Place the clamping screw(19) together with the washer(29) onto the clamping flange(18).

19. Tighten the clamping screw(19) by means of the Allen wrench(14).

20. Let go of the spindle lock(26).

21. Place the Allen wrench(14) back into the holder.

22. Check whether the saw blade is properly locked in place.

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Inserting / Changing the batteries

To be able to use the integrated laser for marking the cutting line, you first have to insert the batteries (2x button cell type AG13 / LR44, 1.5V).

Warning of laser radiation Laser class2, P max.: < 1mW, λ: 650nm,

EN 60825-1:2014

To do so, please proceed as follows:

1. Loosen the screw at the cover of the battery compartment(23) with a suitable screwdriver.

2. Open the battery compartment.

4. Insert the batteries(15) into the battery compartment with correct polarity.

5. Close the battery compartment cover(23) and retighten the screw.

3. Remove any used batteries. Dispose of them according to the national regulations.

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Mounting and adjusting the rip fence

4 cm

1. Loosen the wing screw(4) and insert the rip fence(12) into the rip fence holder(6).

Adjusting the speed

You can adjust the speed at any time. Level1 corresponds to a low speed and level6 to a high speed.

1. Turn the setting wheel(24) to the desired level.

2. Set the desired distance from the cutting line to the edge of the workpiece (cutting width) using the scale on the rip fence(12) and the arrow(32) on the base plate. The figure below shows a 4cm setting by way of example:

As an orientation for selecting the speed level, you can use the table below, which contains non-binding recommendations:

Material Recommended level

Acrylic glass plates, Plexiglas 2 to 4 Aluminium plates 4 to 6 Aluminium profiles 4 to 6 Coated and veneered plates 6 Plasterboards 1 to 2 PVC plates 3 to 5 Hardwood and softwood (solid wood)

for cross and longitudinal cuts Chipboards, hardboards 6 Mineral wool boards 1 to 2 Blockboards, plywood 6 Cement-bonded particle boards 1 to 2

3. Retighten the wing screw(4).

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Checking the pendulum guard

The pendulum guard is an important safety device of the power tool. It must function properly; otherwise the device must not be used.

Observe the following information:

Safety warnings for circular saws with pendulum guard and circular saws with tow guard – Lower guard function

• Check that the lower guard spring operates correctly.

If the guard and spring do not operate correctly, have the saw serviced before use. Lower guard may operate

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

• Lower guard may be retracted manually only for

should operate automatically.

Connecting the power cable

1. Insert the mains plug into a properly secured mains socket.

Operation

Tips and notes on handling the circular saw

General information:

• Keep the venting slots clear to prevent the motor from overheating.

• Only use intact, flawless saw blades. Saw blades can be damaged by shocks or impacts. Bent, blunt or otherwise damaged saw blades could break. The sawing performance and cutting quality essentially depend on the saw blade's condition and the shape of the teeth.

• Check the saw blade for correct fit before every application.

• Before every application, make sure that you have selected the correct saw blade for the intended use.

• Before every application, check whether you need a dust bag or dust extraction system.

– Harmful dusts are produced when processing wood,

particularly beech and oak. Beech and oak dust is considered carcinogenic, especially in combination with certain wood treatment additives such as chromate or wood preservatives. Wear a protective mask.

– Dusts from materials containing leaded paint or

minerals can be harmful to health. Wear a protective mask.

– Long, spiral chips are produced when processing

spruce.

• The falling part of the workpiece should be located on the right-hand side of the power tool so that the larger part of the workpiece remains in full contact with the supporting table or similar.

• Guide the power tool by pushing slightly and evenly in the cutting direction. Pushing too hard reduces the blade life and can damage the power tool.

• If you are sawing along a drawn line, guide the power tool along the respective notch.

• Tear-out of the edges cut into sensitive surfaces (e.g. plasterboard or coated chipboard) can be prevented by covering the cutting edges with masking tape. In this case, the cutting line can also be drawn on the masking tape to protect the workpiece surface.

• Non-coated saw blades can be protected against corrosion by applying a thin layer of acid-free oil. Remove any oil before starting to saw to prevent oil residues from reaching the wood.

• When sawing lightweight construction materials, observe the legal regulations and recommendations of the material manufacturers.

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Sawing wood:

• Before sawing wood, chipboards, building materials etc., check the above for foreign objects, e.g. nails, screws or similar. If required, remove the foreign objects or use a suitable, sharp saw blade.

• The choice of the saw blade depends on the type of application (longitudinal or cross cuts) as well as the type and quality of wood.

• If the saw blade gets jammed in the workpiece, switch off the power tool immediately. The sawing gap should be slightly widened with a suitable tool so that you can pull out the power tool.

• Switch on the power tool and guide it towards the workpiece to be processed. Place the guide shoe on the surface of the workpiece. Process the workpiece with an even forward motion and contact pressure. After completing the sawing operation, switch off the power tool.

Sawing non-ferrous metals:

• Metal dusts can be harmful to health. Wear a protective mask.

• Only use a sharp saw blade suitable for non-ferrous metals. This guarantees a clean cut and prevents the saw blade from getting jammed.

• Only hold the power tool against the workpiece when the tool is switched on and running. Start sawing carefully and with little forward motion. Continue sawing with little forward motion and without interrupting.

• When sawing narrow profiles, you should start on the narrow side. When sawing U-profiles, you should start on the open side. Long profiles should be supported to prevent the saw blade from getting jammed and thus to avoid the risk of a kickback.

Switching the laser on and off

If required, you can switch on the laser to mark the cutting line.

Warning of laser radiation Laser class2, P max.: < 1mW, λ: 650nm,

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1. Press the Laser button(2) to switch the laser on or off.

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Switching the device on and off

II.

Wear your personal protective equipment when working with the device.

1. Check whether the fixed saw blade and the selected speed are suitable for the intended application.

2. Check whether the workpiece is secured and the worktop prepared correspondingly.

3. Hold onto the power tool with both hands.

4. Position the device by first placing the front edge of the base plate on the workpiece.

5. Align the device with the rip fence or the cutting line.

6. Press the start lock(25) to be able to actuate the on/off switch(8).

8. Move the device along the cutting line with a slight forward motion.

ð The lower guard opens automatically when the device is

pushed forward. Do not open the lower guard manually. Risk of injury!

9. After completing the sawing operation, let go of the on/off switch(8) to stop the device.

7. Press the on/off switch(8) and hold it during operation. ð The device operates with the previously selected

settings.

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Connecting the dust extraction system

You can connect a vacuum cleaner to the device. The adapter included in the scope of delivery allows to connect smaller pipe diameters.

Caution

Use a special vacuum cleaner to suck off harmful or toxic materials.

1. If required, attach the adapter(16) to the chip ejector(7).

2. Connect a suitable vacuum cleaner (e.g. industrial vacuum

cleaner) to the chip ejector(7).

Errors and faults

The device has been checked for proper functioning several times during production. If malfunctions occur nonetheless, check the device according to the following list.

Troubleshooting tasks which require the housing to be opened must only be carried out by an authorized specialist electrical company or by Trotec.

Slight smoke or odour are emitted during first use:

• This is not a fault. These phenomena disappear after a brief runtime.

The device does not start:

• Check the power connection.

• Check the power cable and mains plug for damages.

• Check the on-site fusing.

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Wait for at least 10 minutes before switching the device back on.

The saw blade is loose:

• Check the saw blade for tight fit.

• Check the flange and flange nut for tight fit. Do not use flanges or flange nuts whose bore hole is larger or smaller than that of the saw blade.

Connecting a dust bag (optional)

For small-scale work, you can optionally connect a dust bag.

1. Insert a suitable dust or chip bag firmly into the chip ejector(7).

2. Empty the dust bag in due time to guarantee proper absorption of a sufficient amount of dust and chips.

Shutdown

Warning of electrical voltage

Do not touch the mains plug with wet or damp hands.

• Switch off the device.

• Hold onto the mains plug while pulling the power cable out of the mains socket.

• If required, allow the device to cool down.

• Remove any inserted batteries.

• Clean the device according to the Maintenance chapter.

• Store the device according to the Storage chapter.

The saw blade experiences difficulties penetrating the material to be processed or the sawing performance is insufficient:

• Check whether the speed is suitable for the material to be processed. If necessary, select a higher speed.

• If the saw blade is worn, replace it with a new one.

• Check whether the chosen saw blade is suitable for the material to be processed.

The cutting performance decreases:

• Check whether the saw blade is suitable for the application.

• Keep the saw blade clean. If necessary, replace worn or damaged saw blades.

• Resin or glue residues may impair the quality of the cut.

• Keep the venting slots clear to prevent the motor from overheating.

The lower guard cannot be opened or is blocked:

• Check for material residues and, if any, remove them. The lower guard must open and close freely at all times.

The device becomes hot:

• Check whether the chosen saw blade is suitable for the task to be carried out.

• Keep the venting slots clear to prevent the motor from overheating.

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Notice

Wait for at least 3 minutes after maintenance and repair work. Only then switch the device back on.

Your device still does not operate correctly after these checks?

Please contact the customer service. If necessary, bring the device to an authorized specialist electrical company or to Trotec for repair.

Maintenance

Activities required before starting maintenance

Warning of electrical voltage

Do not touch the mains plug with wet or damp hands.

• Switch off the device.

• Hold onto the mains plug while pulling the power cable out of the mains socket.

• Allow the device to cool down completely.

• Dry the device with a soft, lint-free cloth.

• Clean the saw blades immediately after use to keep them free of resin or glue residues.

• Keep the ventilation openings free from dust deposits to prevent overheating of the motor.

• Non-coated saw blades can be protected against corrosion by applying a thin layer of acid-free oil. Remove any oil before starting to saw to prevent oil residues from reaching the wood.

Cleaning the lower guard

The lower guard should be cleaned before and after every application. The lower guard must open and close freely at all times and must not be blocked by material residues or similar.

• Remove dust and chips by blowing out with compressed air or by using a brush.

Disposal

Warning of electrical voltage Maintenance tasks which require the housing to be

opened must only be carried out by authorised specialist companies or by Trotec.

Notes on maintenance

Inside the device, there are no parts that need to be maintained or lubricated by the user.

Cleaning

The device should be cleaned before and after each use.

Notice

The device does not have to be lubricated after cleaning.

Warning of electrical voltage

There is a risk of a short-circuit due to liquids penetrating the housing! Do not immerse the device and the accessories in water. Make sure that no water or other liquids can enter the housing.

• Clean the device with a soft, damp and lint-free cloth. Ensure that no moisture enters the housing. Protect electrical components from moisture. Do not use any aggressive cleaning agents such as cleaning sprays, solvents, alcohol-based or abrasive cleaners to dampen the cloth.

The icon with the crossed-out waste bin on waste electrical or electronic equipment stipulates that this equipment must not be disposed of with the household waste at the end of its life. You will find collection points for free return of waste electrical and electronic equipment in your vicinity. The addresses can be obtained from your municipality or local administration. For further return options provided by us please refer to our website www.trotec24.com.

The separate collection of waste electrical and electronic equipment aims to enable the re-use, recycling and other forms of recovery of waste equipment as well as to prevent negative effects for the environment and human health caused by the disposal of hazardous substances potentially contained in the equipment.

In the European Union, batteries and accumulators must not be treated as domestic waste, but must be disposed of professionally in accordance with Directive 2006/66/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of 6September 2006 on batteries and accumulators. Please dispose of batteries and accumulators according to the relevant legal requirements.

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Trotec PCSS 10-1400 Operating Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Table of contents

Notes regarding the operating manual

Symbols

Safety

Intended use

Improper use

Personnel qualifications

Personal protective equipment

Residual risks

Information about the device

Device description

Behaviour in the event of an emergency

Device depiction

Scope of delivery

Technical data

Transport and storage

Transport

Storage

Start-up

Operation

Errors and faults

Maintenance

Activities required before starting maintenance

Cleaning the lower guard

Disposal

Notes on maintenance

Cleaning