Ferm All Purpose Saw FRS-600N
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1. e Gradually move the saw to a vertical position and continue cutting along the line e When the cutis finished switch off and withdraw the saw when the blade has stopped moving Ferm D URING USE Place the blade gently onto the work piece This is a powerful machine and will kick if the blade is pressed too hard jammed in the cut or the tip of the blade touches the work piece or any surface when the saw is running Always use two hands to control the machine Adjust the speed and pendulum action to suit the material and profile of the cut Tight radius cuts require narrow saw blades Check material for foreign bodies For example check wood plasterboard and building materials for nails screws etc Check for services Make sure that there no electri cal wires water or gas pipes in the material being cut Apply suitable lubricant when cutting metal or hard materials Do not use water as a lubricant coolant Clamp material properly Do not use hand or foot to support the work piece Keep the footplate on the surface of material Use constant gentle pressure If the blade seizes in the cut switch off unplug and open the cut with a suitable tool before pulling the blade out Never switch the saw on with the blade jammed Reciprocating blade Be aware of backlash if you touch the floor or workpiece with the saw running Do not put the machine down with the motor still running Do not put the machine d2. use common sense Do not operate tools when tired or after taking alcohol or prescription non prescription drugs Ferm EXPLODED VIEW Ferm II SPARE PARTS LIST FRS 600N REF NR DESCRIPTION FERM NR 408730 SOCKET HEAD SCREW 005 40873 HOLD DOWN PLATE 006 408732 SAW MECHANISM COMPLETE 007 T M 10 12 15 408733 SPRING 013 408734 NEEDLE ROLLER BEARING 017 408735 BIG GEAR PIN 019 020 408736 LIFTING KNIFE PLATE 023 408737 GUIDE BLOCK 025 408738 BAFFLE COMPLETE 028 029 030 408740 LOCALIZING PIN 035 40874 PENDULAR BUTTON 036 408742 THIMBLE 037 408743 SPRING 038 408744 SWITCH DRAW BAR COMPLETE 041 T M 044 408745 CIRCUIT PLATE 046 408746 SWITCH 047 408747 STATOR 050 800607 BEARING 607 Z 051 408748 CARBON BRUSH SET 052 408749 CARBON BRUSH HOLDER 053 054 408750 ROTOR 055 806000 BEARING 6000 Z 056 40875 SOCKET SCREW KEY 10 Ferm OPERATIONAL SAFETY Warning Always use a suitable dust mask and eye protection in addition to other safety equip ment when using this saw Never use the machine for sawing asbestos If asbestos is dis covered or suspected contact your local council for advice Concentrate Routine and repetition can lead to mistakes Remember that a slight lack of concentration can result in serious injuries ina split second Keep work area clean Cluttered areas and benches invite injuries Consider th
3. in the hole in the saw blade e Test that the blade is secure by screwing the screw home and trying to pull the blade out if it is secure tighten the screw with the wrench When changing blades make sure that the blade slot and stroke rod are free from sawdust swarf etc OPERATING THE SAW BEFORE OPERATING e Check the voltage on the saw corresponds with your power supply voltage and that the plug and lead are in good condition e Check you have the correct type of saw blade for the machine and that it is mounted correctly e Do not use parts other than supplied with the machine to make the blade fit properly e Check you havea blade suitable for the material being cutand that itis in good condition e Run idle for 30 seconds If there is any abnormal vib ration or other fault switch off inspect and rectify before continuing e Routethe mains lead e Keep the mains lead away from the saw and ensure that it cannot get caught in the work piece or blade OPERATION Before starting e Make sure you are wearing appropriate safety equip ment and have read and understand all these instruc tions e Plug into a suitable mains supply and switch on at mains socket e Beaware that this machine has a powerful motor and needs two hands to operate it safely To switch the saw ON e Hold the front handle with one hand and the rear handle with the other press the On Off slide switch downwards with your forefinger To
4. switch OFF e Release the On Off slide switch Ferm Ferm Ferm To Control Speed stroke rate e Rotate the speed control wheel Wheel position is slow max is fast The speed required depends on the material being cut and the blade used asa general guide start slow and increase until the best speed is found The speed can be altered while the saw is running but not while it s under load i e cutting Tocontrol Pendulum Action e Turn the control knob to position required 0 least to 3 most As a general guide use e Lower Settings for softer materials wood etc coar ser blades e Higher Settings for harder materials steel finer bla des Test the setting first on a piece of scrap to find the best settings for the material and blade being used MAKING A CUT e With the work piece firmly secured place the hinged base plate on the surface e Switch on and let the blade come to full speed before starting the cut Plunge Cutting Plunge cutting is only possible with soft materials such as plasterboard wood and aerated concrete etc e Before cutting the work piece practice on scrap material first to determine if plunge cutting is suitable for the material blade being used e Use short blades for plunge cutting e Ensure the bottom edge of the footplate rests on the work piece e Start the saw with the blade not touching the work piece Then slowly rotate the saw to begin the cut as shown below
5. Secure the mains cable in the plug cord grip firmly Fit a 5 amp fuse Ifa 3amp BS1363 plug is used a BS 1362 approved 5 amp fuse must be fitted If in doubt consult a qualified Electrician Recycle Dispose of old plug and cable Prevent inadvertent connection to socket and risk of electric shock ENVIRONMENT Recycle the packaging according to the identification marks on it At the end of the product or its accessories life please recycle where facilities exist Phone the Helpline for current advice onrecycling HELPLINE For any queries relating to operational or safety matters contact Ferm Customer Helplineon 01159661199 Monday Friday 8am 6pm Saturday 9am I pm Ferm GUARANTEE The guarantee conditions can be found on the separately enclosed guarantee card CE DEcLaRaTIONOFCoNFoRMITY UK We declare under our sole responsability that this productis in conformity with the following standards or standardized documents EN55014 1 EN55014 2 EN50144 1 EN50144 2 11 EN61000 3 2 EN6 1000 3 3 in accordance with the regulations 98 37 IEEG 73 23 EEG 89 336 EEG from 16 12 2002 GENEMUIDEN NL W Kamphof 7 Quality department Ferm
6. UK Subjectto change USER S MANUAL Document Ref FRS600N 70335 PMRS52 Issue I Jan 03 Copyright These instructions are the sole property of Ferm Omega Tools and may not be reproduced Ferm All Purpose Saw FRS 600N erm Art nr 726620 Screwfix Art nr 70335 Ferm BV P O Box 134 8280 AC Genemuiden NL www ferm com 0303 13 CurYEngiish A J ALL PURPOSE SAW FRS 600N USERS MANUAL TECHNICALSPECIFICATIONS Voltage Frequency No load speed 700 to 2300 rpm Power Input 600 VV Weight no packing no blade 3 5 kg Height 215mm Length 400 mm Width 100mm Maximum Cut wood 150mm Maximum Cut steel 10mm 90 4 dB A Lpa sound pressure level Lwa sound pressure capacity Vibration value 6 3 m s 03 4 dB A PRODUCT INFORMATION Varible Speec humbwheel Front Handle Adjusting Wrench Power Cord Plug SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS The following symbols are used in these instructions for use AN Denotes risk of personal injury loss of life or damage to the tool in case of non observance of the instructions in this manual AN Denotes risk of electric shock Carefully read this manual before using the machine Make sure that you know how the machine functions and how to operate it Maintain the machine in accordance with the instructions to make sure it functions properly Keep this manualand the enclosed documentation with the machine Ferm products are
7. e work environment Make sure you work ona stable base Do not use tools which require two handed operation on ladders Ifyou usea ladder ensure it s ata safe angle and secured at the base and to the building or structure Do not expose power tools to rain or use them in damp or wet locations Keep work area well lit Do not use power tools in the presence of flammable liquids vapours or gases Guard against electric shock This unit contains dangerous voltages Use a RCD resi dual current device to provide protection against elec trical shock Prevent body contact with grounded sur faces e g pipes radiator ranges or refrigerators Keep children and pets away Do not let children or pets come into contact with the tool extension cable or work area Do not force the tool It will work better and safer at the rate for which it was intended Use the right tool Do not force small tools or attachments to do the job ofa heavy duty tool Do not use tools for purposes for which they were not intended for example do not use a circular saw for cut ting trees or logs Do not abuse the plug and cable Never carry the tool by the cable or pull it to disconnect it from the power socket Keep the cable away from heat oil and sharp edges Do not touch the metal plug pins when connecting or removing the plug Secure Work Use clamps or a vice to hold work It is safer than using your hand and it frees both hands to operate
8. manufactured to high quality stan dards they are safe and fit for purpose at time of sale but all tools can be dangerous if the correct precautions are not taken Always follow these instructions do not carry out the operation until you are sure you can do so in saf ety Remember to consider the work environment for safe operation as well as safety for tool use Warning When using electric tools basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire electric shock and personal injury Read all these instructions before attempting to operate this product Save these instructions for future reference PERSONALSAFETY Use Personal Protection Safety Equipment Protect eyes with safety glasses or goggles Note The use of safety protective eyewear without the CE mark or prescription glasses can lead to serious injury ifthe lens breaks A suitable dust mask should be worn if cutting drilling or sanding is dusty in particular chipboard or MDF Appro ved safety footwear and headgear should be worn as appropriate for example on building works or when heavy weights are involved Wear suitable gloves and apron to protect against sparks debris Wear earplugs or ear defenders Dress properly Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery it can get caught in moving parts Non slip footwear is recommended when working out doors Wear protective hair covering or tie back long hair Stay alert Watch what you are doing
9. ny other accessory or attachment other than recommended in the instructions or catalogue may pre senta risk of personal injury Use extension cables suita ble for the power input of the saw minimum cable size 5mm7 When usinga cable reel unwind the cable fully BEFORE USING THE SAW AN This saw is designed for hand held use only Do not fix to bench with clamps or vice AN Ensure the saw is unplugged from mains Check for damage Before using this item check each part listed is undama ged Save packaging Save major packaging for return of product for service or repair Remove all the internal packing which protects the saw in transit TO ADJUST THE FOOTPLATE ANGLE AN Ensure the saw is unplugged from mains Move the footplate by hand to desired angle as shown below CHANGING FITTING SAW BLADES AN Ensure the saw is unplugged from mains The saw is supplied with 3 wood cutting blades coarser teeth and metal cutting blade finer teeth Spare blades in varying lengths and for different purpo ses generically referred to as Sabre Blades are available from the Helpline or Tools Catalogues Tofitablade Loosen the screw with 4mm hexagon wrench provi ded e Insert a suitable saw blade as far as it will go into the slot between the stroke rod and clamping plate The saw teeth should face downwards as in the illustra tion in Section 7 e Make sure the securing screw on the stroke rod engages
10. own on a dusty surface dust will get into the air vents and damage the motor Regularly inspect the blade during use switch off first for signs of damage or wear and replace when required Switch the machine off before removing the plug from the mains socket Be careful Do not point the saw at yourself or other people Keep your hands away from the blade Saw away from yourself Think safety Consider the work environment personal safety and operational safety Do not take risks MAINTENCE CARE AND REPAIR AN Switch off and unplug the machine before carrying out any cleaning adjusting or changing blades CLEANING Do not use flammable liquids to clean the saw Clean by brushing with a soft brush FAULTS Switch OFF immediately at the mains plug and remove the plug when e Theplugor cable is damaged e Theswitch onthe machine is defective e You smell or see smoke caused by scorched insula tion in the machine e Thereareno user serviceable repairable parts in this unit Qualified service engineers must carry out repair and servicing MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE Keep the tool clean for better and safer performance Store the blades properly in accordance with the maker s instructions Follow instructions for changing accessories Inspect tool and extension cables periodically and if damaged have them repaired by a qualified person or authorised service body Keep handles free from oil or grease Keep the ven
11. the tool AN Be aware that this saw is a powerful machine You must use two hands to control it Do not over reach Keep a proper footing and balance atall times Ferm Disconnect tools from power supply When not in use before servicing and when changing accessories suchas blades bits and cutters AN Always switch off and unplug the saw from the power supply before making adjustments or chan ging blades Remove adjusting keys and wrenches Ensure that they are removed from the tool before swit ching on Avoid unintentional starting Do not carry plugged in tools with your finger on the switch Check that the switch is off before plugging in to socket Extension cables Use only three core earthed extension cables suitable for the power input of the tool minimum cable size 5mm 7 Plug into an earthed socket only Use a RCD residual current device to provide protec tion against electrical shock When using a cable reel unwind it fully Do not use long extension cables Outdoors use If the tool is suitable to be used outdoors only use an extension cable intended for outdoor use and marked accordingly Use a RCD residual current device to provide protec tion against electrical shock Do notuse in rain or damp conditions Connecta dust extraction device Whenever there are facilities for fitting a dust or fume extraction system make sure it is connected and used Use recommended accessories The use of a
12. tilation slots clean to prevent the motor overheating Check for damaged parts Do not use a tool with damaged parts before further use a damaged tool must be carefully checked by a qualified person to determine that it will operate properly Check for alignment of moving parts binding or break age of parts mounting and other conditions that may affect its operation A damaged part or guard should be properly repaired by an authorised service centre unless indicated otherwise in the instruction manual Have defective switches replaced by an authorised service centre Do not use a tool if the switch does not turn on and off Have your tool repaired by an expert This appliance is manufactured in accordance with rele vant safety standards Only experts must carry out repai ring of electrical appliances otherwise considerable dan ger for the user may result Storing tools When notin use tools should be stored in the dry out of reach of children LUBRICATION The machine requires no user lubrication ELECTRICAL INFORMATION This product is complete with a pre wired mains plug it is double insulated in accordance with EN 50144 no earth wire is required If the plug needs replacing follow these instructions Wire correctly The wires in the mains lead are coloured in the following way BLUE Neutral BROWN e Live Securing wires Secure wires carefully and firmly to the correct termi nals
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