METABO KS 85 FS - Saw

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Feature Details
Type of saw Circular saw
Blade diameter 85 mm
Power 720 W
No-load speed 5000 rpm
Max cutting depth 27 mm at 90°
Weight 3.2 kg
Usage Cutting wood materials, panels, plastics
Safety system Restart protection, blade guard
Maintenance Regular cleaning, blade sharpening, cable inspection
Included accessories Saw blade, cutting guide
Warranty 2 years

Frequently Asked Questions - KS 85 FS METABO

How to change the blade of the METABO KS 85 FS saw?
To change the blade, unplug the saw, then use the supplied wrench to loosen the blade fixing screws. Remove the old blade and place the new one, making sure it is properly aligned before tightening the screws.
What is the maximum cutting depth of the METABO KS 85 FS?
The maximum cutting depth of the METABO KS 85 FS is 85 mm at 90 degrees and 60 mm at 45 degrees.
What to do if the saw does not start?
First check if the saw is properly plugged in and if the electrical circuit is working. Also make sure the safety lock is not activated. If the problem persists, contact after-sales service.
How to clean my METABO KS 85 FS saw?
After each use, turn off and unplug the saw. Use a dry cloth to remove dust and debris. Avoid using harsh chemicals that could damage the surface.
What is the warranty of the METABO KS 85 FS?
The METABO KS 85 FS is generally covered by a 3-year warranty, subject to compliance with the usage and maintenance conditions stated in the manual.
How to adjust the cutting angle on the METABO KS 85 FS?
To adjust the cutting angle, loosen the angle locking screw, then tilt the saw base to the desired angle. Once the correct angle is set, tighten the locking screw.
What types of blades can be used with the METABO KS 85 FS?
You can use blades for wood, metal, or plastic, depending on your cutting needs. Make sure the blade is compatible with the saw diameter.
How to store my METABO KS 85 FS saw?
Store the saw in a dry and cool place, protected from moisture. Use a stand or a carrying case to avoid damage.

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How to replace the carbon brushes of the KS 85 FS saw?
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The carbon brushes of the METABO KS 85 FS circular saw are wear parts that need to be replaced periodically depending on usage intensity. Although the manual does not detail this operation precisely, here are the general principles applicable to this type of power tool:

Access to the brushes:
The carbon brushes are generally located on the sides of the motor, under access covers. Always start by unplugging the power cord as indicated in the manual before any maintenance operation.

Replacement:
Once the covers are removed, you can see the carbon brushes. They need to be replaced when they are worn down to less than 5 mm. You can order compatible carbon brushes from the METABO after-sales service using the exact reference of your KS 85 FS model to ensure compatibility.

Tip: If you are not comfortable with this operation, contact an authorized METABO service center that can perform the replacement quickly and properly.

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USER MANUAL KS 85 FS METABO

natural_image Metabo K5 85 FS power tool with circular blade and metal frame (no visible text or symbols on the device itself)

<= 5 mm (<= 3/16") <= 5 mm (<= 3/16") d Ø b a

CE ^2) 2011/65/EU, 2006/42/EC, 2014/30/EU ^3) EN 62841-1:2015; EN 62841-2-5:2014; EN 50581:2012

Original instructions

1. Declaration of Conformity

We declare and accept sole responsibility for ensuring: these circular saws identified by their type and serial number *1) conform to all relevant provisions of the directives *2) and standards *3). Technical documents for *4) - see page 3.

2. Specified Conditions of Use

This machine is suitable for sawing wood, plastics and other similar materials.

The machine is not designed for plunge cuts.

KS 85 FS is suited for working with Metabo guide rails and the Metabo mitre rail system.

The user bears sole responsibility for any damage caused by inappropriate use.

Generally accepted accident prevention regulations and the enclosed safety information must be observed.

3. General Safety Information

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For your own protection and for the protection of your power tool, pay attention to all parts of the text that are marked with this symbol!

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WARNING – Read the operating instructions to reduce the risk of injury.

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WARNING – Read all safety warnings, instructions, illustrations and cifications provided with this power tool.

Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.

Keep all safety instructions and information for future reference.

Always include these documents when passing on your power tool.

4. Safety instructions for mitre saws

4.1 Sawing procedure

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a) DANGER: Keep hands away from cutting area and the blade. Keep your second hand on auxiliary handle, or motor using. If both hands are holding the saw, they 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 in your hands or across your leg while cutting. 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.

e) Hold the power tool by the 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.
f) When ripping, always use a rip fence or straight edge guide. This improves the accuracy of cut and reduces the chance of blade binding.
g) Always use blades with correct size and shape (diamond versus round) of arbour holes. Blades that do not match the mounting hardware of the saw will run off-centre, 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.

  • kickback is a sudden reaction to a pinched, jammed 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 jammed tightly by the kerf closing down, the blade stalls and the motor reaction drives the unit rapidly back toward the operator.
  • If the blade becomes twisted or misaligned in the cut, the teeth at the back edge of the blade can dig into the top surface of the wood causing the blade to climb out of the kerf and jump back toward the operator.

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

a) Maintain a firm grip with both hands on the saw and position your arms to resist kickback forces. Position your body to either side of the blade, but not in line with the blade. Kickback could cause the saw to jump backwards, but kickback forces can be controlled by the operator, if proper precautions are taken.
b) When blade is binding, or when interrupting a cut for any reason, release the trigger and hold the saw motionless in the material until the blade comes to a complete stop. Never attempt to remove the saw from the work or pull the saw backward while the blade is in motion or kickback may occur. Investigate and take corrective actions to eliminate the cause of blade binding.
c) When restarting a saw in the workpiece, centre the saw blade in the kerf so that the saw teeth are not engaged into the material. If a saw blade binds, 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 the 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.

4.3 Lower guard function

a) Check the lower guard for proper closing before each use. Do not operate the saw if the lower guard does not move freely and close instantly. Never clamp or tie the lower guard into the open position. If the saw is accidentally dropped, the lower guard may be bent. Raise the lower guard with the retracting handle (26) and make sure it moves freely and does not touch the blade or any other part, in all angles and depths of cut.
b) Check the operation of the lower guard spring. If the guard and the spring are not operating properly, they must be serviced before use. Lower guard may operate sluggishly due to damaged parts, gummy deposits, or a build-up of debris.
c) The lower guard may be retracted manually only for special cuts such as "plunge cuts" and "compound cuts". Raise the lower guard by the retracting handle (26) and as soon as the blade enters the material, the lower guard must be released. For all other sawing, the lower guard should operate automatically.
d) Always observe that the lower guard is covering the blade before placing the 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.

4.4 Additional safety instructions for all saws with riving knife Riving knife function

a) Use the appropriate saw blade for the riving knife. For the riving knife to function, the body of the blade must be thinner than the riving knife and the cutting width of the blade must be wider than the thickness of the riving knife.
b) Adjust the riving knife as described in this instruction manual. Incorrect spacing, positioning and alignment can make the riving knife ineffective in preventing kickback.
c) For the riving knife to work, it must be engaged in the workpiece. The riving knife is ineffective in preventing kickback during short cuts.

d) Do not operate the saw if riving knife is bent. Even a light interference can slow the closing rate of a guard.

4.5 Additional Safety Instructions

Only work when the riving knife is fitted and set properly.

Do not use sanding discs.

Pull the plug out of the plug socket before any adjustments or servicing are performed.

Keep hands away from the rotating tool! Remove chips and similar material only when the machine is at a standstill.

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Wear a suitable dust protection mask.

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Wear ear protectors.

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Wear protective goggles.

Press the spindle locking button only when the motor is at a standstill.

Do not reduce the speed of the saw blade by pressing on the sides.

The movable guard must not be clamped in the pulled-back position for sawing.

The movable guard must move freely, automatically, easily and exactly back into its end position.

The movable riving knife must move freely, automatically, easily and exactly back into its end position.

When sawing materials that generate large quantities of dust, the machine must be cleaned regularly. Make sure that the safety appliances, e.g. the movable guard, are in perfect working order.

Materials that generate dusts or vapours that may be harmful to health (e.g. asbestos) must not be processed.

Check the workpiece for foreign bodies. When working, always make sure that no nails or other similar materials are being sawed into.

If the saw blade blocks, turn the motor off immediately.

Do not try to saw extremely small workpieces.

During machining, the workpiece must be firmly supported and secured against moving.

Use a saw blade that is suitable for the material being sawn.

Clean gummy or glue-contaminated saw blades. Contaminated saw blades cause increased friction, jamming of the saw blade and increase the risk of back-kicks.

Avoid overheating of the saw tooth tips. Avoid melting of the material when sawing plastic.

Use a saw blade that is suitable for the material being sawn.

ENGLISHen

Reducing dust exposure:

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WARNING - Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction activities contains chemicals known to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some examples of these chemicals are:

  • Lead from lead-based paints,
  • Crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products, and
  • Arsenic and chromium from chemically treated lumber.

Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on how often you do this type of work. To reduce your exposure to these chemicals: work in a well-ventilated area, and work with approved safety equipment, such as those dust masks that are specially designed to filter out microscopic particles.

This also applies to dust from other materials such as some timber types (like oak or beech dust), metals, asbestos. Other known diseases are e.g. allergic reactions, respiratory diseases. Do not let dust enter the body.

Observe the relevant guidelines and national regulations for your material, staff, application and place of application (e.g. occupational health and safety regulations, disposal).

Collect the particles generated at the source, avoid deposits in the surrounding area.

Use suitable accessories for special work. In this way, fewer particles enter the environment in an uncontrolled manner.

Use a suitable extraction unit.

Reduce dust exposure with the following measures:

  • do not direct the escaping particles and the exhaust air stream towards yourself or nearby persons or towards dust deposits,
  • use an extraction unit and/or air purifiers,
  • ensure good ventilation of the workplace and keep it clean using a vacuum cleaner. Sweeping or blowing stirs up dust.
  • Vacuum or wash protective clothing. Do not blow, beat or brush protective gear.

5. Overview

See page 2.

1 Connector (extraction connection piece / chip ejection)

2 Handle

3 Trigger

4 Locking button

5 Side handle

6 Undercut limit stop (increases the max. diagonal cut angle from 45^ to 48^ )

7 Scale (diagonal cut angle)

8 2 Locking screws (parallel stop)

9 2 Locking screws (diagonal cuts)

10 Marking (saw blade outer diameter)
11 Cutting indicator
12 Parallel stop
13 Marking (for reading off the scale on the parallel guide)

14 Guide grooves to place the machines on guide tracks from different manufacturers
15 Adjusting screw (adjust saw disc angle)
16 Guide plate
17 Hexagon wrench
18 Storage for hexagon wrench
19 Locking screw (depth of cut)
20 Scale (depth of cut)
21 Riving knife
22 2 Hex screw (for riving knife setting)
23 Saw blade fixing screw
24 Outer saw blade flange
25 Saw blade
26 Lever (for swivelling back the movable guard)
27 Inner saw blade flange
28 Movable safety guard
29 Spindle locking button

6. Initial Operation, Setting

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Before commissioning, check that the rated mains voltage and mains frequency stated on type plate match your power supply.

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Always install an RCD with a maximum trip current of 30 mA upstream.

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Pull the plug out of the plug socket before any adjustments or servicing are performed.

6.1 Setting riving knife

The riving knife (21) prevents the wood from closing behind the saw blade and jamming it while the machine is in operation. This could otherwise lead to recoiling.

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The riving knife must be set in such a way that the distance between its inner curve and the ed ring on the saw blade is no greater than 5. Set the riving knife so that the lowest point of saw blade does not protrude by more than 5 mm v the bottom edge of the riving knife. See ration on page 3.

To adjust, loosen the hex screws (22), set the right distances to the saw disc and tighten the hex screw (22) again.

6.2 Setting cutting depth

Loosen the locking screw (19). Raise or lower the motor section against the guide plate (16). Read the depth of cut that has been set from the scale (20). Tighten the locking screw (19) again.

It is advisable to set the depth of cut in such a way that no more than half of each tooth on the saw blade juts out under the workpiece. See illustration on page 2.

Note: The clamping power of the locking screw (19) can be adjusted. Unscrew the screw on the lever to do this. Remove lever and mount offset anticlockwise. Secure with screw. Ensure that cutting depth adjustment moves freely when the lever is open.

6.3 Slanting saw blade for diagonal cuts

Loosen the locking screws (9). Tilt the motor section against the guide plate (16). Read the angle which has been set from the scale (7). Tighten the locking screws (9) again.

For a diagonal cut angle of 48^ , push down the undercut limit stop (6).

6.4 Correcting the saw disc angle

If, at 0^ , the saw blade is not at right angles to the guide plate: use the adjustment screw (15) to correct the saw blade angle.

6.5 Setting extraction nozzle / chip ejection

The nozzle (1) can be rotated to the desired position to extract or eject chips. To do this, push the nozzle in up to the stop, turn and pull out again. The nozzle can be locked in 45^ increments so that it cannot turn.

Sawdust extraction

To extract the sawdust, connect a suitable extraction unit with suction hose to the machine.

7. Use

7.1 Switching on and off

Switching on: Push the locking button (4) forwards and hold, then actuate the trigger (3).

Switching off: Release the trigger switch (3).

7.2 Working Directions

Lay out the mains cable such that the cut can be executed without obstruction.

The marking (10) on the upper guide plate assists you in positioning the saw on the workpiece and when sawing. In the case of maximum cutting depth, it marks approximately the outside diameter of the saw blade and thus the cutting edge.

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Do not switch the machine on or off while the saw blade is touching the workpiece.

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Let the saw blade reach its full speed before making a cut.

When the hand-held circular saw is added, the movable guard is swung backwards by the workpiece.

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When sawing, never remove the machine from the material with the saw blade turning. v the saw blade to come to a standstill.

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If the saw blade blocks, turn the machine off immediately.

Sawing along a straight line: the cutting indicator is used here (11). The left notch (marked 0°) indicates the direction of the cut if the saw blade is held vertically. The right notch (marked 45°) indicates the direction of the cut if the saw blade is held at 45°.

Sawing along a rail secured on the workpiece:

In order to achieve an exact cutting edge, you can attach a rail to the workpiece and then guide the hand-held circular saw along this rail by means of the guide plate (16).

Sawing with parallel guide:

For cuts parallel to a straight edge.

The double parallel stop (12) can be inserted from either side into the support provided for it. Maintain parallelism to the saw blade when making the setting. Retighten the front and then the rear locking screw (8). It is best to calculate the exact cut width by making a test cut.

For cuts parallel to a straight workpiece edge: Apply the parallel stop (12) such that the stop rail is facing down.

For cuts parallel to a straight edge on the workpiece: Apply the parallel stop (12) such that the stop rail is facing up.

Sawing with guide rail:

For dead straight, tear-free cutting edges with millimetre precision. The anti-slip coating keeps the surface safe and protects the workpiece against scratches.

Saws with mitre rail system:

The machine is prepared for accommodation by the Metabo mitre rail system. This permits particularly comfortable mitre cuts of different angles.

8. Maintenance

Changing saw blades

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Pull the plug out of the plug socket before any adjustments or servicing are performed.

Press in the spindle locking button (29) and hold in place. Turn the saw spindle slowly with the spanner (17) in the saw blade fixing screw (23) until the lock catches.

Unscrew the saw blade fixing screw (23) gin a clockwise direction and remove the outer saw blade flange (24).

Pull back the movable safety guard (28) using the lever (26) and remove the saw blade (25).

The contact areas between the inner saw blade flange (27), the saw blade (25), the outer saw blade flange (24) and the saw blade fixing screw (23) must be clean.

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Ensure that the inner saw blade flange (27) is inserted in the right way: The inner saw blade (27) has 2 sides, diameter 30 mm and 5/8" (38 mm). Ensure a precise fit of saw blade planting hole to the inner saw blade flange (27)! directly installed saw blades do not run smoothly lead to loss of control.

Insert a new saw blade, Make sure the direction of rotation is correct. The direction of rotation is indicated by arrows on the saw blade and guard.

Put on the outer saw blade flange (24).

Tighten the saw blade fixing screw (23) using the (17) hexagon wrench.

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Use only sharp, undamaged saw blades. Do not use saw blades that are cracked or that be changed their shape.

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Do not use any saw blades which have a thicker base body or a smaller width cut than giving knife.

ENGLISHen

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Do not use any saw blades made from high-alloy high-speed steel (HSS).

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Do not use any saw blades which do not conform to the specified rating.

Use only saw blades with a diameter according to the markings on the saw.

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The saw blade must be suitable for the no-load speed.

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Use a saw blade that is suitable for the material being sawn.

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Use only genuine Metabo - saw blades. Saw blades intended for cutting wood or similar serials have to conform to EN 847-1.

9. Cleaning

Dust deposits must be regularly removed from the machine. This includes vacuum cleaning the ventilation louvres on the motor. Make sure that the safety appliances, (e.g. the movable guard, movable riving knife) are in perfect working order. The movable guard and the riving knife must move freely, automatically, easily and exactly back into its end position.

10. Troubleshooting

Switching on the machine briefly reduces the voltage. Unfavourable mains power conditions may have a detrimental effect on other machines. Power impedances less than 0.3 ohm should not cause malfunctions.

11. Accessories

Use only genuine Metabo accessories.

Use only accessories that fulfil the requirements and specifications listed in these operating instructions.

For the complete range of accessories, see www.metabo.com or the main catalogue.

12. Repairs

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Repairs to electrical tools must only be carried out by qualified electricians!

A defective mains cable must be replaced only with a special, original mains cable from Metabo available from the Metabo service.

Contact your local Metabo representative if you have Metabo power tools requiring repairs. For addresses see www.metabo.com.

You can download a list of spare parts from www.metabo.com.

13. Environmental Protection

Observe national regulations on environmentally compatible disposal and on the recycling of disused machines, packaging and accessories.

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Only for EU countries: never dispose of power tools in your household waste! According to European Directive 2012/19/EU

on Waste from Electric and Electronic Equipment and implementation in national law, used power tools must be collected separately and recycled in an environmentally-friendly manner.

14. Technical Specifications

Explanatory notes on the specifications on page 3. Changes due to technological progress reserved.

P_1 =Rated input
P_2 =Power output
n_0 =No-load speed
n_1 =On-load speed
T_max =maximum depth of cut
T_90^ =max.depth of cut (90°)
T_45^ =max.depth of cut (45°)

A = adjustable angular cut angle

∅ = saw blade diameter

d = saw blade drill diameter

a = max. base body thickness of the saw blade

b = cutting width of the saw blade

c= =thickness of riving knife

m = w e i g h t

Measured values determined in conformity with EN 62841.

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Machine in protection class II

\~ AC Power

The technical specifications quoted are subject to tolerances (in compliance with relevant valid standards).

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Emission values

These values make it possible to assess the emissions from the power tool and to compare different power tools. The actual load may be higher or lower depending on operating conditions, the condition of the power tool or the accessories used. Please allow for breaks and periods when the load is lower for assessment purposes. Arrange protective measures for the user, such as organisational measures based on the adjusted estimates.

Vibration total value (vector sum of three directions) determined in accordance with EN 62841:

a_h,D =Vibration emission value (Sawing chip board)

K_h,D = Uncertainty (vibration)

Typical A-effective perceived sound levels:

L_pa = Sound-pressure level

L_WA = Acoustic power level

K_pA, K_WA = Uncertainty

The noise level can exceed 80 dB(A) during operation.

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Wear ear protectors!

Notice originale

K_h,D= incertitude (vibration)

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Model : KS 85 FS

Category : Saw