5360 GA - Saw SKIL - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL 5360 GA SKIL

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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. Unmodied 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.

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 inuence 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 a 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 o-position before connecting to power source and/or battery pack, picking up or carrying the tool. Carrying power tools with your nger 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 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 and clothing 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. h) Do not let familiarity gained from frequent use of

Compact multi-material saw 5360 INTRODUCTION

• This tool is intended for lengthways and crossways sawing of wood, chipboard, plywood, aluminium, tiles, stone, plastic and lightweight construction materials held in a xed position

• This tool is intended for making short cuts only

• This tool is not intended for professional use

• Read this instruction manual carefully before use and save it for future reference

A Safety switch B Trigger switch C Knob for setting cutting depth D Cutting depth scale E Dust extraction hose F Connection for dust extraction G Hex key H Storage for hex key J Spindle-lock button K Blade bolt L Clamping ange M Knob for plunge cutting N Foot plate P Upper guard Q Indicator “Power On” R Line-of-cut indicator S Parallel guide T Knob for adjusting parallel guide V Hardened steel saw blade W Diamond disc X Carbide-tipped saw blade Y Ventilation slots Z Lower guard SAFETY

GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS

- WARNING Read all safety warnings, instructions, illustrations and specications provided with this power tool. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, re 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.

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 ammable liquids, gases or dust. Power tools create sparks which12 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 parallel guide 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.

2) 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 towards operator

• Kickback is the result of power tool misuse and/or incorrect operating procedures or conditions and can be avoided by taking proper precautions as given below. a) Maintain a rm 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 backwards while the blade is in motion or kickback may occur. Investigate and take corrective actions to eliminate the cause of blade binding. Avoid cutting nails or screws. 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 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. tools allow you to become complacent and ignore tool safety principles. A careless action can cause severe injury within a fraction of a second.

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 o. 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 remove the battery pack, if detachable, 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 and accessories. Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts and any other condition that may aect 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 dierent from those intended could result in a hazardous situation. h) Keep handles and grasping surfaces dry, clean and free from oil and grease. Slippery handles and grasping surfaces do not allow for safe handling and control of the tool in unexpected situations.

a) Have your power tool serviced by a qualied repair person using only identical replacement parts. This will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained.

a) DANGER : Keep hands away from cutting area and the blade. If both hands are holding the saw, they can not 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 the workpiece 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 own13 ACCESSORIES

• SKIL can assure awless functioning of the tool only when original accessories are used

• Use only saw blades that correspond with the characteristic data given in these operation instructions and that are tested and marked in accordance with EN 847-1

• Use only accessories with an allowable speed matching at least the highest no-load speed of the tool

• Use only saw blades/cut-o wheels with a minimum diameter of 85 mm, a maximum diameter of 89 mm and a spindle hole of 10 mm

• Never use grinding discs with this tool

• Handle and store accessories with care BEFORE USE

• Always check that the supply voltage is the same as the voltage indicated on the nameplate of the tool

• Avoid damage that can be caused by screws, nails and other elements in your workpiece; remove them before you start working

• Be familiar with the controls and the proper use of the tool

• Remove all obstacles on top of as well as underneath the cutting path before you start cutting

• Secure the workpiece (a workpiece clamped with clamping devices or in a vice is held more securely than by hand)

• Use suitable detectors to nd hidden utility lines or call the local utility company for assistance (contact with electric lines can lead to re or electrical shock; damaging a gas line can result in an explosion; penetrating a water pipe will cause property damage or an electrical shock)

• Use completely unrolled and safe extension cords with a capacity of 16 Amps (U.K. 13 Amps) DURING USE

• The noise level when working can exceed 85 dB(A); wear ear protection

• Always keep the cord away from moving parts of the tool; direct the cord to the rear, away from the tool

• Never use the tool without the original protection guard system

• Do not attempt to cut extremely small workpieces

• Do not work overhead with the power tool (sucient control of the power tool is not ensured in this working manner)

• In case of jamming or electrical or mechanical malfunction, immediately switch o the tool and disconnect the plug

• If the cord is damaged or cut through while working, do not touch the cord, but immediately disconnect the plug AFTER USE

• When you put away the tool, switch o the motor and ensure that all moving parts have come to a complete standstill

• After switching o your circular saw, never stop the rotation of the saw blade by a lateral force applied against it

Read the instruction manual before use

Double insulation (no earth wire required)

Wear protective glasses and hearing protection

Do not dispose of the tool together with household waste material

a) Check guard for proper closing before each use. Do not operate the saw if guard does not move freely and enclose the blade instantly. Never clamp or tie the guard so that the blade is exposed. If saw is accidentally dropped, guard may be bent. Check to make sure that guard moves freely and does not touch the blade or any other part, in all angles and depths of cut. b) Check the operation and condition of the guard return spring. If the guard and the spring are not operating properly, they must be serviced before use. Guard may operate sluggishly due to damaged parts, gummy deposits, or a build-up of debris. c) Assure that the base plate of the saw will not shift while performing the “plunge cut” when the blade bevel setting is not at 90°. Blade shifting sideways will cause binding and likely kickback. d) Always observe that the guard is covering the blade before placing saw down on bench or oor. 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.

• This tool is not intended for use by children and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the tool by a person responsible for their safety

• Before using the tool for the rst time, it is recommended to receive practical information

• This tool is not suitable for wet cutting

• Always disconnect plug from power source before making any adjustment or changing any accessory

• Never use the tool for side grinding

• Never use the tool when the cord is damaged; it must be replaced by a specially prepared cord available through the service organization.

• Do not operate the power tool stationary (it is not designed for operation with a saw table)

• Do not work materials containing asbestos (asbestos is considered carcinogenic)

• Do not saw ferrous metals (red hot chips can ignite the dust extraction)

• When working stone, use dust extraction; the vacuum cleaner must be approved for the extraction of stone dust (using this equipment reduces dust- related hazards)

• Dust from material such as paint containing lead, some wood species, minerals and metal may be harmful (contact with or inhalation of the dust may cause allergic reactions and/or respiratory diseases to the operator or bystanders); wear a dust mask and work with a dust extraction device when connectable

• Certain kinds of dust are classied as carcinogenic (such as oak and beech dust) especially in conjunction with additives for wood conditioning; wear a dust mask and work with a dust extraction device when connectable

• Follow the dust-related national requirements for the materials you want to work with14 ! be aware of the sudden impact when the tool is switched on ! the tool should run at full speed before the blade enters into the workpiece ! do not force the tool (apply light and continuous pressure in order to avoid overheating the blade tips and, in case of cutting plastics, melting the plastic material) ! while working, always hold the tool at the grey- coloured grip area(s)

- after completing the cut switch o tool by releasing trigger B ! ensure that the blade has come to a complete standstill, before you lift the tool from the workpiece

- switch on the tool ! the tool should run at full speed before the blade enters into the workpiece - press knob M with your thumb - tilt tool forward with line-of-cut indicator R lined up with desired line of cut marked on the workpiece - gradually move tool forward ! never pull tool backwards

- for making exact cuts along a workpiece edge - can be inserted in either side of foot Adjusting parallel guide - loosen knob T - adjust to desired cutting width by using parallel guide scale (use line-of-cut indicator R as 0-reference) - tighten knob T APPLICATION ADVICE

• Only use sharp saw blades of the correct type

- use hardened steel saw blade V

for cutting wood, aluminium, plastic and all sorts of laminated wood - use diamond disc W

for cutting ceramics and tiles - carbide tipped blades X

stay sharp up to 30 times longer than ordinary blades

• Cutting large panels

- support panel close to the cut either on oor, table or workbench ! set cutting depth so that you cut through panel and not through support - in case parallel guide does not allow desired width of cut, clamp or nail straight piece of wood to workpiece as a guide, and use the left side of the foot against this guide

• Splinter-free cutting - always face the good side of the workpiece down - fasten a straight piece of wood on the workpiece by means of 2 clamps

• For more information see www.skil.com MAINTENANCE / SERVICE

• This tool is not intended for professional use

• Always keep tool and cord clean (especially ventilation slots Y

! disconnect the plug before cleaning

• Always keep the area around lower guard Z

clean (remove dust and chips by blowing out with compressed air or with a brush) WHEN CONNECTING NEW 3-PIN PLUG (U.K. ONLY):

• Do not connect the blue (= neutral) or brown (= live) wire in the cord of this tool to the earth terminal of the plug

• If for any reason the old plug is cut o the cord of this tool, it must be disposed of safely and not left unattended USE

- switch on tool by rst pressing knob A forward and then pulling trigger switch B - switch o tool by releasing trigger switch B

- loosen knob C - set desired cutting depth using scale D - tighten knob C - for an optimal quality cut the saw blade should not extend more than 3 mm below the workpiece ! only when using blades with a diameter of 89mm, cutting depth corresponds with value on cutting depth scale D (for actual depth of cut use table

as reference) ! always make trial cuts rst to verify actual line of cut

- connect vacuum cleaner hose E to connection F and vacuum cleaner as illustrated ! never let the vacuum cleaner hose interfere with the lower guard or the cutting operation ! do not use vacuum cleaner when cutting metal

! disconnect the plug ! ensure that the blade has come to a complete standstill - set cutting depth to the maximum - take hex key G from storage H - push spindle-lock button J and hold it while you remove blade boltK by turning hex key G CLOCKWISE (= in same direction as arrow printed on saw blade) ! push spindle-lock button J only when tool is at a standstill - release spindle-lock button J - remove ange L - press knob M with your thumb - lift up foot N and remove saw blade ! change saw blade with saw teeth and arrow printed on saw blade pointing in same direction as arrow on upper guard P

- mount ange L - rmly tighten blade bolt K by turning hex key G COUNTER-CLOCKWISE while pushing spindle-lock button J - release spindle-lock button J

- set desired cutting depth - connect plug to power source (light Q turns on indicating that the tool is receiving power)

- press knob M with your thumb - place tool with front end of foot at on workpiece - tilt tool forward with line-of-cut indicator R lined up with desired line of cut marked on the workpiece ! ensure that the saw teeth are not engaged into the workpiece - switch on the tool15

• Clean saw blade immediately after use (especially from resin and glue)

• If the tool should fail despite the care taken in manufacturing and testing procedures, repair should be carried out by an after-sales service centre for SKIL power tools - send the tool undismantled together with proof of purchase to your dealer or the nearest SKIL service station (addresses as well as the service diagram of the tool are listed on www.skil.com)

• Be aware that damage due to overload or improper handling of the tool will be excluded from the warranty (for the SKIL warranty conditions see www.skil.com or ask your dealer) ENVIRONMENT

• Do not dispose of electric tools, accessories and packaging together with household waste material (only for EU countries) - in observance of European Directive 2012/19/EC on waste of electric and electronic equipment and its implementation in accordance with national law, electric tools that have reached the end of their life must be collected separately and returned to an environmentally compatible recycling facility - symbol

will remind you of this when the need for disposing occurs NOISE / VIBRATION

• Measured in accordance with EN 62841 the sound pressure level of this tool is 91.5 dB(A) and the sound power level 102.5 dB(A) (uncertainty K = 3 dB), and the vibration ✱ (triax vector sum; uncertainty K = 1.5 m/s²) ✱ cutting wood 2.6 m/s² ✱ cutting metal 2.4 m/s²

• The vibration emission level has been measured in accordance with a standardised test given in EN 62841; it may be used to compare one tool with another and as a preliminary assessment of exposure to vibration when using the tool for the applications mentioned - using the tool for dierent applications, or with dierent or poorly maintained accessories, may signicantly increase the exposure level - the times when the tool is switched o or when it is running but not actually doing the job, may signicantly reduce the exposure level ! protect yourself against the eects of vibration by maintaining the tool and its accessories, keeping your hands warm, and organizing your work patterns

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