Ferm Cordless Omnisaw FCO-18K
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1. associa ted documents should always be kept close to the appliance Ferm products are manufactured to high quality standards 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 ope ration until you are sure you can do so in safety 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 PERSONAL SAFETY Use Personal Protection Safety Equipment Protect eyes with safety glasses or goggles note the use of safety protective eyewear without the CE mark can lead to serious injury if the lens breaks A suitable dust mask should be worn if cutting drilling or sanding is dusty in particular chipboard or MDF Approved safety footwear and headgear should worn as appropriate for example on building works or when heavy weights are involved Wear a suitable apron to protect against sparks debris Wear earplugs or ear def enders Dress properly Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery It can get caught in moving parts Non skid footwear is recommended when working out doors Wear protective hair covering to contain lo2. cut the wires when inser ted through the drywall e Make a mark somewhat near the centre of the ope ning in the box on the side of the drywall facing you before fastening the drywall e Fasten the drywall with nails or screws Do not nail or fasten screws closer then 12 from the box or the drywall may bulge or blister from the excess pres sure e Switch the tool ON e Push the bit through the mark you made while hol dingthe tool firmly with both hands See Fig K Guide the bit to the right until you feel and hear the bit touch the inside edge of the box See Fig L Pull out the bit far enough to slip it over the edge of the box so it is now against the outside of the box Move the bit in counterclockwise direction until you feel and hear it come to the upper left corner To do this apply light upward pressure and keep the bit in contact with the outside of the box See Fig M Round the upper right corner applying light down wardand inward pressure Move the bit along the top contour until you feel and hear it come to the upper left corner To do this apply light pressure to the right and keep the bit in contact with the outside of the box See Fig N e Roundthe upper left corner applying light downward and inward pressure Move the bit along the left side contour until you feel and hear it come to the lower left corner To do this apply light downward pressure and keep the bit in contact with the outside of th
3. damp conditions Connecta dust extraction device Whenever there are facilities for fitting a dust or fume extraction system make sure itis connected and used Userecommended accessories Theuse ofany other accessory or attachment other than recommended in the instructions or catalogue may pre sentarisk of personal injury Warning Before using this omnisaw check care fully for hazards for example when drilling walls make sure you do not contact with electrical wires water pipes or asbestos If asbestos is present cease operations and contact your local council for advice ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS CONNECTING AND REMOVING THE BATTERY Fig B IN Ensure that the exterior of the battery block or tool is clean and dry before connecting the charger Ensure that the On Off switch is in the Off position to prevent the appliance from being switched on unexpectedly nsertthe battery 8 into the base of the appliance as shown on the illustration Push the battery until it latches in Press the locking buttons 14 on both sides before removingthe battery and disengage the battery from the base ofthe appliance INSTALLING ABIT Fig C E Before installing a bit make sure the battery is A removed from the tool The flutes of the bit cutting edges and top are very sharp Therefore handle with caution To installa bit Locate the spindle lock button Press the spindle lock button with one hand and at the same
4. flush to the surface of the material See Fig e Steer the tool ina clockwise direction with slow ste ady pressure to make the cut Note Because of the rotating cutting action of the bit there will be a slight pull when cutting The slower you cut the more control you have Excessive pressure or fast cutting will cause excessive heat and may shorten the life of the bit Note Avoid ending your cut at the bottom of the hole when cutting on a vertical surface If possible start and end your cut at the top so the scrap parts will not drop onto the rotating bit IN Most materials should be cut in a clockwise direc tion The exception is when cutting around an out let box in drywall See Cutting Around Outlet Boxes in Dry wall Switch the tool OFF after completing the cut Remove the tool from the material carefully Ferm CUTTING AROUND OUTLET BOXESIN DRYWALL Fig L R A Do not use this tool to make cutouts around any fix ture or opening that has live electrical wires or any wall that may have live electrical wiring behind it The bit could conduct current to the tool creating an electrocution hazard for the operator If cutting into existing walls or other blind areas is unavoidable disconnect all fuses or circuit breakers to the worksite Always hold the tool by its thermoplastic housing Te cutaroundanoutletbox in drywall Push the electrical wires back or to the far side of the box so that the bit does not
5. CHNICALSPECIFICATIONS Voltage 18V Charger voltage 230V Charger frequency 50Hz No load speed 23000 min Battery output 1 3 Ah Charging time hour Weight incl battery 1 8kg Lpa sound pressure 70 30 dB A Lwa sound power 81 30 dB A Vibration 0 63 m s DESCRIPTION Fig A Base plate and depth guide 2 Collet nut 3 Spindle lock button 4 Exhaustair vents 5 Removableauxiliary handle 6 67 7 vents 8 Battery 9 Depth guide bracket 10 Depth guide locking knob 1 Locking knob of depth guide bracket 12 Bit 13 Protection guide cap not shown PACKAGE CONTENTS Cordless Omnisaw Battery I8 V FCO 18B Battery charger FCO 18L 1 4 collet 1 8 collet Wrench Protection guide cap Dustextraction adapter Carrying case Users manual Warranty card Warranty certificate Check the machine loose parts and accessories for transport damage SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Thefollowing symbols are used in these instructions for use A Denotes risk of personal injury loss of life or damage to the tool in case of non observance of the instructions in this manual Denotes risk of electric shock Read through these operating instructions carefully before using the appliance Become familiar with the functions and method of operation To ensure proper operation always maintain the appliance according to the instructions The operating instructions and
6. Dealer The saw does not cut cleanly or wanders off line The cutter is blunt or bent replace with suitable res harpened or newone The saw makes a lot of noise and does not run smoothly Thecarbon brushes need replacing Take to your local dealer for inspection or repair MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE Keep the tool clean for better and safer performance Store the accessories 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 ventilation slots clean to prevent motor overheating Check for damaged parts Do not usea 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 breakage of parts mounting and other conditions that may affect its operation Ferm OPERATIONAL SAFETY Warning The battery is normally sealed but in event of the battery being damaged be aware that it contains acid if you get any on your skin or in your eyes wash the affected parts with water immediately and seek medical advice as soon as possible Warning Do not short circuit the battery it will cause it to overheat catch fire or even explode To avoid this happening Do not connect
7. Doing so willmake the collet hole smaller preventing you from inserting bits into it in the future nsertabitas instructed in Installing a Bit ADJUSTING THEDEPT GUIDE Fig G By using the depth guide you can adjust the depth of the cut The depth guide assembly consists ofthe depth guide with a locking knob on each side and a bracket with a loc king knob To adjustthe depth guide Loosen the knobs on each side of the depth guide by rotating them in a counterclockwise direction The knobs must be loosened enough to enable the depth guide to slide up or down Position the depth guide to the desired depth You are advised to set the guide approximately 1 8 gre ater than the thickness of the material See Fig F A Bits can cut materials up to thick Re tighten the knobs by turning them in a clockwise direction REMOVING THEDEPTH GUIDE ASSEMBLY Fig H Toremovethe depth guide assembly Loosen the locking knob on the depth guide bracket until you can remove it To do this rotate the locking knob in counterclock wise direction Removethe locking knob from the tool Rotate the entire depth guide assembly approxima tely 1 8 ofa turn in counterclockwise direction See Fig G Pullthedepth guideassembly straight offthetool See Fig G Tore attach the depth guide assembly Alignthenotchedareas ofthe depth guide bracket up to the indentations of the tool collar Push the depth guide assembly onto the t
8. UK Subjectto change USER S MANUAL Document Ref FCO 18K 52171 AAAO00 issue 0 Month 00 Copyright These instructions are the sole property of Ferm Omega Tools and may not be reproduced Ferm Cordless Omnisaw FCO 18K Art nr 718210 Screwfix Art nr 52171 Ferm BV P O 134 8280 AC Genemuiden www ferm com 0304 08 EXPLODED VIEW Fig J Fig L Fig l Fig K Fig A Fig D Fig B Fig C Fig F Fig E Fig P Fig O Ferm Ferm SPARE PARTS LIST FCO 18K REF NR DESCRIPTION FERM NR 001 HOUSING LEFT 408717 004 HANDLE 408715 006 T M 008 SPINDLELOCK COMPLETE 408718 009 COMPRESSING BOLT 408719 010 BALLBEARING 6002 ZZ 806002 ALUMINIUM ENCLOSURE 408720 013 MOTOR 408721 014 ENCLOSURE 408722 8 015 POLEPLATE 408723 016 BATTERY 318211 017 HOUSING RIGHT 408724 022 SPRING COLLET 1 4 408725 Be E 022 SPRING COLLET 1 8 408726 16 L 023 NUT 408727 iz 024 GUARD SUPPORT 408728 025 GUARD 408701 027 KNOB 408702 029 SWITCH 408729 His _ CHARGER 406655 _ DUST COLLECTOR 408698 _ WRENCHFORSPINDLENUT 408699 10 Ferm Ferm English P y OMNISAW THE NUMBERS IN THE FOLLOWING TEXT COR RESPOND WITH THE PICTURES AT PAGE 2 TE
9. e box See Fig O Round the lower left corner applying light upward and inward pressure e Movethe bit along the bottom contour until you feel and hear it come to the lower right corner do this apply light pressure to the right and keep the bit in contact with the outside of the box See Fig P Round the lower right corner applying light upward and inward pressure e Movethe bit along the right side contour until you meet the initial upward cut To do this apply light upward pressure and keep the bit in contact with the outside of the box e Switch the tool OFF See Fig Q e Take the bit out of the box
10. ging lamp 17 lights up charging has been completed and the device is ready for operation IN Only use the charger in a dry environment at temperatures between 0 C and 40 C The battery in your omnisaw was not charged up at the factory Before using it for the first time you should charge it for approx 2 hours so that it reaches full capacity The final capacity of the battery is reached after 4 5 bat tery cycles DISCHARGING THE BATTERY IN Not only charging batteries is important dischar ging is of equal importance or even greater impor tance When the battery is charged the cordless omnisaw has to be used until you start noticing that the power of the omnisaw is diminishing and that the maximum rotational speed is not reached The battery is almost discharged now Only now you can start charging the battery Charging the battery while it is still charged for say one third of capacity the so called memory effect can occur Since during charging only the discharged part of the battery capacity of the battery is being charged now the battery can start crystallizing in the one third that is still charged This part of the battery capacity can never be used afterwards Do not discharge the battery to the minimum As soon as you notice that the power or the maximum rotational speed is diminishing you have to charge the battery When you proceed using the omnisaw and the battery becomes fully disc
11. harged the so cal led switch of poles effect can occur The polarity of the battery poles will be switched the will become andthe will become the Once this has occur red the polarity will remain switched during loading and this will damage the battery irreparable When the cordless omnisaw is not being used over a longer period of time the battery has to be char ged fully first The battery has to be stored in charged condi tion MAINTENCE CARE AND REPAIR CLEANING Clean by brushing with a soft brush Do not use flammable liquids to clean the omnisaw never use solvents such as petrol ammonia or alcohol they damage the plastic parts and presenta fire risk FAULTS Switch OFF immediately at the mains plug and remove the plug when The plug or cable is damaged e Theswitch on the machine is defective You smell or see smoke caused by scorched insula tion in the machine Themotor runs hot over 70 degrees The motor has been overloaded cut more slowly Themotor is defective take to your local dealer for repair Overheating The ventilation slots are blocked with dirt Clean with dry cloth The machine does not start when switched on Changethe battery for a fully charged one Checkthatthe battery charger is working if the char ging light does not come on change the fuse in the plug Taketo your Ferm Dealer for repair The motor is defective Take to your Ferm
12. n to socket and risk of electric shock If in doubt always consulta Qualified Elec trician 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 NiCd batteries are recyclable take them to a local recy cling station or phone the Helpline for current advice on recycling HELPLINE For any questions relating to operational or safety matters contact Ferm CustomerHelplineon 01159661199 Monday Friday 6pm Saturday 9am pm Ferm GUARANTEE The guarantee conditions can be found on the separately enclosed guarantee card DECLARATIONOF CONFORMITY UK We declare under our sole responsibility that this productis in conformity with the following standards or standardized documents 55014 EN 55014 2 EN61000 3 2 EN61000 3 3 EN50260 1 EN50260 2 14 EN60335 1 EN60335 2 29 in accordance with the regulations 98 37EEC 73 23 EEC 89 336EEC from 20 09 2002 GENEMUIDEN NL W Kamphof Quality department CHARGING THEBATTERY Fig S The FCO 18L battery charger is only suitable for char ging batteries of type FCO 8B Place the battery 8 inside the charger 5 as shown on the illustration Pay attention to and pole mar kings Insert the charger plug into a power socket The red rapid charging lamp 16 should now be illuminated As soon as the green trickle char
13. ng hair Stay alert Watch what you are doing Use common sense Do not operate tools when tired or after taking alcohol or pre scription non prescription drugs Ferm 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 onand 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 ELECTRICALINFORMATION This product is complete with a pre wired mains plug it is double insulated in accordance with EN 60335 no earth wire is required Ifthe plug needs replacing follow these instructions Wire correctly Thewiresinthemains leadare coloured inthe following way BLUE Neutral BROWN Live Green amp Yellow Earth Blue Neutral Securing wires Secure wires carefully and firmly to the correct termi nals Securethe mains cable in the plug cord grip firmly Fit a 5 amp fuse If a BS1363 plug is used a BS 1362 ASTA approved 5 amp fuse must be fitted Recycle Dispose of old plug and cable Prevent inadvertent connectio
14. ool collar Rotate the depth guide assembly approximately 1 8 ofaturn in clockwise direction Place the locking knob on the depth guide bracket andtighten itby rotatingitin clockwise direction SWITCHING ON OFF Fig I The tool is switched ON and OFF by the black colou red slide switch located on the back of the motor hou sing Toswitchthe tool slide the switch to I e To switch the tool OFF slide the switch to 0 Ferm OPERATION MAKING A CUT Fig J K A Do not use this tool to make cutouts around any fix ture or opening that has live electrical wires or any wall that may have live electrical wiring behind it The bit could conduct current to the tool creating an electrocution hazard for the operator If cutting into existing walls or other blind areas is unavoidable disconnect all fuses or circuit breakers to the worksite Always hold the tool by its thermoplastic housing A Make sure that the collet nut is securely tightened before turning the tool on make cut out Holdthetoolfirmly and switch it ON Insert the bit into the material ata 45 angle See Fig l A Hold the tool with both hands while starting since torque from the motor can cause the tool to twist Wait a few seconds until the Omnisaw is at full speed before inserting the bit into the material Do notpress the spindle lock button during usage Slowly bring the tool to a 90 angle The base guide should be
15. the cable or pull itto disconnect itfrom 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 andit frees both hands to operate the tool Ferm Do notover reach Keep a proper footing and balanceatall times Disconnect tools from power supply When not in use before servicing and when changing accessories suchas blades bits and cutters Always remove the battery and set the direction switch to lock position A Always switch off and unplug from the power sup ply before making adjustments or inserting batte ries into charger unit Remove adjusting keys and wrenches Ensure that they are removed from the tool before swit chingon 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 1 5mm Plug into an earthed socket only 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 pro vide protection against electrical shock Do not use in rain or
16. time loosen the collet nut with the other hand using the wrench Rotate the collet nut coun terclockwise direction to loosen it See Fig B Removethe old bit ifapplicable Insert the shank of the bit smooth part into the col let Approximately 1 16 to 1 8 of the shank must remain visible above the collet See Fig C IN Do not allow the entire shank of the bit to fall into the collet and do not tighten the collet around the flutes cutting edges This will result in broken bits See Fig D Press the spindle lock button with one hand and at the same time tighten the collet nut with the other hand Rotate the collet nut in clockwise direction first by hand and then with the wrench until the bit is held securely REPLACE A COLLET Fig F To use the 1 4 diameter bit the 1 8 collect must be replaced by the 1 4 collet delivered with your tool Te replacea collet Locate the spindle lock button Press the spindle lock button with one hand and at the same time loosen the collet nut with the other hand using the wrench Rotate the collet nut in coun terclockwise direction to loosen it Removethe old bit if applicable Continue to loosen the collet nut until you can remove itfrom the tool Remove the collet and replace it with another See Fig E Place the collect nut on the tool again and rotate it in clockwise direction See Fig E A Do not tighten the collet nut when there is no bit in the collet
17. wires to the terminals of the battery Do not expose the battery or omnisaw to water rain or damp atmospheres Ensure that no metal objects coins nails etc are caught in the battery housing or battery socket in the omnisaw Do not throw or dispose of the battery into water or fire Concentrate Routine and repetition can lead to mistakes Remember that a slight lack of concentration can result in serious injuries in a split second Keep workarea clean Clutteredareas and benches invite injuries Consider the work environment 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 vap ours or gases Guard against electric shock This unit and its charger contain dangerous voltages Use a RCD residual current device to provide protection against electrical shock Prevent body contact with grounded surfaces e g pipes radiator ranges or refrige rators Keep children and pets away Do not let children or pets come into contact with the tool extension cable or work area Donot 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 notintended for example do notusea circular saw for cutting trees or logs Do notabuse cable Never carry the tool by
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