2.6 Safety devices
Danger
These devices are required for the
machine's safe operation and may
not be removed or rendered
inoperative.
Before operating the machine,
check the safety devices for
function and possible damage. Do
not use the machine with missing
or ineffective safety devices.
The machine is equipped with the following safety
devices:
- Top cover
- Bottom cover
- Band guard
- Large base plate
- Handles
- Switchgear and mechanical brake
2.7 Use according to intended purpose
The MAFELL portable band saw is designed
exclusively for cutting solid wood and board materials
such as chip board, table tops and MDF panels when
using tempered saw bands.
The dimensions of the saw bands must lie within the
following ranges:
Saw band length
Saw band width
Saw band gauge max.
Any other use than described above is not permissible.
The manufacturer cannot be held liable for any
damage arising from such other use.
So as to use the machine as intended, comply with the
operating, maintenance and repair instructions
specified by Mafell.
1752 mm (69 in.) ±10
mm
6 - 8 mm (15/64 – 5/16
in.)
0.65 mm (1/32 in.)
2.8 Residual risks
- Touching the saw band in an open area.
- Breakage or saw band or the saw band coming off.
- Touching live parts with the housing open and the
mains plug not removed.
- Hearing can be impaired when working for long
periods without ear protectors.
- Emission of harmful wood dusts during longer
operation without extraction.
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Safety instructions
General instructions:
- Never work without the protection devices stipulated
for the respective operating sequence and do not
effect any modifications on the machine that could
impair safety.
- Children and adolescents must not operate this
machine. This rule does not apply to young persons
receiving training and being supervised by an
expert.
- Damaged cables or plugs must be immediately
replaced. Replacement may only be carried out by
Mafell or an authorised MAFELL service workshop
in order to avoid safety hazards.
- Always check before beginning work whether the
protection and work devices are safely attached and
not damaged. Damaged protection devices and
parts must be repaired or exchanged appropriately.
- Consider environmental influences. Do not expose
the machine to rain and avoid working in a damp or
wet environment as well as near to combustible
liquids and gases.
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Danger
Even if used in accordance with its
intended purpose and despite
conforming with the safety
instructions, residual risks caused
by the intended use that can lead
to health consequences will always
remain.
Danger
Always observe the following safety
instructions and the safety
regulations applicable in the
respective country of use!