Laser Safety; Intended Use; Unpacking Your Tool; Before Use - Triton TA235CSL Instrucciones De Uso

Kickback prevention and operator safety:
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 precautions as follows:
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.
Note: For circular saws with 140 mm or smaller diameter blades, the words "with both hands"
may be omitted.
b. When the 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 and check that
the 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 a
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.
h. Check the lower guard before each use and do not use if it does not close freely, ensuring
that the blade does not touch any part of the guard or tool in all angles and depths of cut.
Never clamp or tie the lower guard in the open position.
i. Check the operation of the lower guard spring. If the guard and the spring are not
operating correctly, they must be serviced before use. The lower guard may operate
sluggishly due to damaged parts, gummy deposits, or a build-up of debris.
j. The lower guard should be retracted manually only for special cuts such as 'plunge cuts'
and 'compound cuts.' Raise the lower guard by the retracting handle 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.
k. Ensure that the lower guard is covering the blade before placing the saw down. An
unprotected, coasting blade will cause the saw to 'propel backwards', cutting whatever is
in its path. Be aware of the time it takes for the blade to stop after the switch is released.
Do not use abrasive wheels, doing so will void the warranty.
l. If a circular saw features a riving knife it must be removed before plunge cutting. A riving
knife will interfere with a plunge cut causing kickback. The riving knife must always be
re-fitted after plunge cutting. A circular saw with a permanent, non-removable riving knife
is NOT suitable for plunge cutting.

Laser Safety

The laser used in this device is a Class 2 laser with maximum power of ≤1mW and a
wavelength of 650nm.
These lasers do not normally present an optical hazard, although staring at the beam may
cause flash blindness.
WARNING: Avoid direct eye contact.
A hazard may exist if you deliberately stare into the beam, please observe all safety rules as
follows:
• The laser shall be used and maintained in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions
• Do not switch on the laser light until the tool is ready to cut
• Never aim the beam at any person, and particularly not into the eyes of any person or
animal, or any object other than the workpiece
• Always ensure the laser beam is aimed at a sturdy workpiece without reflective surfaces.
i.e. wood or rough-coated surfaces are acceptable. Reflective sheet steel or similar is not
suitable for laser use as the reflective surface could direct the beam back at the operator
• Do not change the laser light assembly. Repairs must only be carried out by the laser
manufacturer or an authorised agent. DO NOT exchange with a different type of laser
CAUTION: Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those
specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
Please refer to the relevant EN standards, EN60825-1:2007 for more information on Lasers.

Intended Use

Hand-held corded electric circular saw for cross, rip and bevel cutting of hard and softwood
timber and sheet material. This machine may also be used as a table saw, mounted in the
Triton Saw Table, the Triton Workcentre or a suitable third-party stand.
WARNING: This circular saw is only suited for cutting wood, MDF, chipboard and similar
materials; it is NOT suitable for cutting metal or wood with embedded nails.

Unpacking Your Tool

Carefully unpack and inspect your tool. Familiarise yourself with all its features and functions.
Ensure that all parts of the tool are present and in good condition. If any parts are missing or
damaged, have such parts replaced before attempting to use this tool.

Before Use

Ensure that the tool is switched off and disconnected from the power supply before making
any adjustments or installing or removing blades.
Adjusting the cutting depth
1. Loosen the Depth Adjustment Locking Lever (24) and lift the back of the saw away from
the baseplate until the approximate depth is achieved (Image I). Push down on the lever to
lock the saw in position
2. For fine depth adjustments, lock the saw at the approximate depth and then turn the
Micro Depth Adjustment Knob for the exact depth. Turn the Micro Depth Adjustment Knob
in a clockwise direction to decrease the depth of cut, turn in an anti-clockwise direction
to increase the depth of cut. The adjustment range is 6mm, if insufficient, reset the main
depth adjustment, and fine tune again. The micro-adjustment knob must be set to full
depth to achieve the 82mm maximum depth of cut
3. The circular saw also features a rack & pinion depth adjustment feature. The rack & pinion
depth adjustment is most useful when the saw is mounted below a Triton Workcentre
4. To adjust the depth using the rack & pinion feature loosen the Depth Adjustment Locking
Lever (24) and then turn the Rack & Pinion Adjustment Knob (23), to adjust the cutting
height. Turn the knob in an anti-clockwise direction to increase the cutting depth, turn in a
clockwise direction to decrease the cutting depth. Tighten the Depth Adjustment Locking
Lever to lock the saw in position
Adjusting the depth locking lever tension
If the Depth Adjustment Locking Lever (24) is not providing enough tension adjust as follows:
1. Loosen and remove the two Phillips head screws that secure the Rack & Pinion
Adjustment Knob (23). Remove the adjustment knob; this will reveal the locking lever
tension nut (Image II)
2. Using a 10mm wrench tighten the tension nut in a clockwise direction to increase the
tension of the Depth Adjustment Locking Lever (24)
3. Once the locking lever is providing sufficient tension replace the adjustment knob and
secure using the two Phillips head screws
4. Check the operation of the locking lever before operating the saw
Adjusting the bevel angle
1. Bevel angles can be set anywhere within the range 0° to 47°. Pre-set stops are available
at 0°, 15°, 22.5°, 30° and 45° for quick, accurate bevel settings
2. Loosen the Front and Rear Bevel Lock Knobs (13 and 4) and depress the Bevel Detent
Latch (12). Pivot the saw to the angle you require then release the Bevel Detent Latch. A
small movement of the saw motor will allow the latch to pop up into the detent position.
Tighten both Bevel Lock Knobs
3. For selecting other angles, leave the Bevel Detent Latch disengaged by pushing it down
and back towards the motor, where it has a 'lock-out' position. Firmly tighten both knobs
at the required angle
Fine tuning bevel angle and stops
1. You can fine-tune the calibration scale and the bevel detent positions by +/-2˚
2. Make sure the saw is set at 0˚ and the Bevel Detent Latch is engaged
3. Loosen the rear Bevel Lock Knob (4), also loosen the Nyloc nut on the Bevel Micro
Adjustment Lever (15) using a 10mm spanner (Image III)
4. Adjust the trimmer to the left or right until the blade is square to the baseplate or to the
Triton table (Image IV)
5. Tighten the rear Bevel Lock Knob and Nyloc nut after any adjustments
Note: For full trim range adjustment ensure the blade depth is set 2–3mm (3/32"–1/8") below
maximum, for motor clearance. Full depth can be re-set once the adjustment has been made.
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