Global Machinery Company TRM18V Cordless Saw User Manual
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1. power tool in all of the wamings below refers to your mains operated corded power tool or battery operated cordless power tool Save these instructions Work area e Keep work area clean and well lit Cluttered and dark areas invite accidents e Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres such as in the presence of flammable liquids gases or dust Power tools create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes e Keep children and bystanders away while operating a power tool Distractions can cause you to lose control Electrical safety e Power tool plugs must match the outlet Never modify the plug in any way Do not use any adapter plugs with earthed grounded power tools Unmodified plugs and matching outlets will reduce risk of electric shock e Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces such as pipes radiators ranges and refngerators There is an increased risk of electnc shock if your body is earthed or grounded e Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions Water entering a power tool will increase the nsk of electnc shock e Do not abuse the cord Never use the cord for carrying pulling or unplugging the power tool Keep cord away from heat oil sharp edges or moving parts Damaged or entangled cords increase the nsk of electnc shock e When operating a power tool outdoors use an outdoor extension cord suitable for outdoor use Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the2. blade life Caution Clamp the work firmly and cut close to the clamping point to minimise vibration When cutting condurt pipe or angle iron clamp the work in a vice if possible and cut close to the vice To cut thin sheet metal sandwich the sheet between hardboard or plywood and clamp the layers to prevent vibration and the tearing of the metal Maintenance Cleaning 1 Keep the tool s air vents unclogged and clean at all times 2 Remove dust and dirt regularly Cleaning is best done with compressed air or a rag 3 Re lubricate all moving parts at regular intervals 4 Never use caustic agents to clean plastic parts Caution Do not use cleaning agents to clean the plastic parts of the saw A mild detergent on a damp cloth is recommended Water must never come into contact with the saw General inspection Regularly check that all the fixing screws are tight They may vibrate loose over time 11 Carefully read the entire Instruction Manual before using this product Before returning this product for a With continuing product development changes may Warranty Claim or any other reason have occurred which render the product received slightly different to that shown in this instruction Please Call 1300 880 001 Austr alia manual The manufacturer reserves the nght to or 0800 445 721 New Zealand change specifications without notice Note Specifications may differ from country to country When you make your call p
3. cycle Avoid allowing lose items like screws or nails etc to be stored with battery packs as these or similar items can short battery packs and cause a fire or explosion Always unplug the charger when not in use and store in a dry secure place Avoid charging or storing your battery in temperatures below 0 C and above 40 C Changing a blade Caution Always ensure that the saw is switched off and unplugged from the power supply before installing or removing a blade Make sure that the blade protector is fitted to the blade to protect your hands and fingers against the sharp teeth Removing a blade Loosen the Allen screw by inserting the allen key provided and turning it anti clockwise This screw clamps the blade so that the blade can be lifted off the retaining pin 2 Remove the blade from the saw Fitting a blade 3 Position the hole in the blade over the retaining pin 4 Tighten the allen key by inserting the allen key and turning it clockwise to clamp the blade in position 5 Remove the blade protector EA Operation Switching on and off and controlling the speed 1 The multisaw has a variable speed trigger switch the harder it is squeezed the faster the saw will operate 2 This gives the operator better control when starting a cut and at break through and enables the speed of cutting to be varied according to the circumstances 3 To switch on rotate or roll the Lock off switch 2
4. risk of electric shock Personal safety e Stay alert watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a power tool Do not use a power tool while you are tired or under the influence of drugs alcohol or medication A moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury Use safety equipment Always wear eye protection Safety equipment such as a dust mask non skid safety shoes hard hat or hearing protection used for appropriate conditions will reduce personal injuries Avoid accidental starting Ensure the switch 1s in the off position before plugging in Carrying power tools with your finger on the switch or plugging in power tools that have the switch on invites accidents Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning the tool on A wrench or a key that is left attached to a rotating part of the power tool may result in personal injury e Do not overreach Keep proper footing and balance at all times This enables better control of the power tool in unexpected situations e Dress properly Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery Keep your hair clothing and gloves away from moving parts Loose clothes jewellery or long hair can be caught in moving parts If devices are provided for the connection of dust extraction and collection facilities ensure that these are connected and properly used Use of these devices can reduce dust related hazards Power tool use and ca
5. to release the trigger switch then pull the trigger on 4 To switch off release the trigger switch General cutting and pruning 230 amp 239 mm blades 1 Hold the saw firmly with both hands in front and clearly away from you 2 Make sure that the blade is clear of any obstructions 3 Ensure that the matenal to be cut is held firmly Small work pieces should be held in a vice or clamped to the workbench 4 Mark out the cutting line 5 To switch on rotate or roll the Lock off switch to release the tngger switch then pull the trigger on 6 Wait until the saw has reached maximum speed 7 Begin sawing using the same forward and backward movement you would use with a hand saw Note Use only enough pressure to keep the saw cutting Do not force the cutting allow the blade and the saw to do the work Warning Use of excessive pressure that causes bending or twisting of the blade may cause the blade to break Warning Make sure that the blade does not touch the work piece until the blade has reached maximum speed since this could cause loss of control and serious injury Metal cutting 200 mm blade Metals such as sheet steel pipe aluminium brass and copper can be cut with your saw Be careful not to bend or twist the blade and do not force the cutting action 10 We recommend that you use cutting oil to lubncate the cut when sawing soft metals and steel It keeps the blade cooler and prolongs
6. INSTRUCTION MANUAL T yranno Saw Sv Cordless Y COMPANY 2 30 REPLACEMENT SATISFACTION WARRANTY GUARANTEE GLOBAL MACHINER Melbourne Perth Auckland Hong Kong Shanghai TR M I8 vV Taipei New York Verona London Paris 040611 EDS JJ Contents Warranty Introduction Environmental protection Description of symbols Specifications Safety instructions Additional safety rules for saws Additional safety rules for the charger Additional safety rules for the battery pack Accessories Unpacking Assembly Know your product Fitting and removing the battery pack Battery charging To obtain the best life for the battery Changing a blade Operation Maintenance General inspection S O O O NNN DD YR w w w 00 NN mi m nm mmu OIO Full 2 Years Home Use Warranty Whilst every effort is made to ensure your complete satisfaction with this tool occasionally due to the mass manufacturing techniques a tool may not live up to our required level of performance and you may need the assistance of our service department This product is warranted for a 2 year period for home domestic use from the date of the original purchase If found to be defective in materials or workmanship the tool or the offending faulty component will be replaced free of charge with another of the same item A small freight charge may apply The warranty replacement unit is only made available by ret
7. dards to meet superior performance Specifications criteria Charger 230 240V 50 Hz You will find your new tool easy and safe to operate Nominal battery voltage 18V s iii id care 1t will give you many years of No load speed 0 3100min ep nnn IE Batteries 2 x 1 3Ah Caution Carefully read through this entire Instruction omia 35H Manual before using your new GMC Power Tool Take sargng ime 22n special care to heed the Cautions and Warnings Weight 3 2K Your GMC power tool has many features that will make Cutting capacity General Purpose Cutting your job faster and easier Safety performance and approximately 75 x 100mm dependability have been given top priority in the Pruning approximately 75mm development of this tool making it easy to maintain Metal cutting 3 mm and operate Blade types 230mm general purpose blade for fast smooth cuts in woods a Recycle unwanted matenals instead of 239mm Pruning blade for pruning and packaging should be sorted taken to 200mm metal cutting blade for the local recycling centre and disposed of cutting ferrous and n ferrous in an environmen i ini an environmentally safe way materials such as aluminium sections and brass pipes disposing of them as waste All tools hoses trimming and limbing Safety instructions WARNING Read and understand all instructions Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock fire and or serious injury The term
8. er or otherwise subjected to damage or stress Do not use an extension cord unless it is absolutely necessary The use of an improper extension cord could cause the risk of fire electric shock or electrocution Do not use the charger if it has been subjected to a heavy knock dropped or otherwise damaged in any way Take the charger to an authorised service centre for a check or repair e Do not disassemble the charger Take it to an authonsed service centre when service or repair is required Incorrect re assembly may result in the nsk of fire electric shock or electrocution e To reduce the risk of an electric shock unplug the charger from the power supply before attempting to clean 1t Removing the battery alone does not reduce the risk e Never attempt to connect two chargers together e Do not store or use the tool and battery pack in locations where the temperature may reach or exceed 104 F 40 C such as alongside sheds or metal structures in the summer e The charger is designed for use from a standard household electrical supply 230 240 volts Do not attempt to connect the charger to a supply with a different supply e f you wish to charge a second battery pack unplug the charger from the mains supply and leave it for at least 15 minutes After this time you can charge a second battery pack Additional safety rules for the battery pack e The battery pack for this tool has been shipped in a low charge cond
9. g will ensure a longer run time of your tool 5 Do not charge batteries for top up Batteries should be placed on charge only when the battery is noticeably running down or the tool no longer performs a task it previously performed 6 Unplug the adaptor charger and charging slide when not in use and store them in a dry secure place 7 Do not charge your battery pack in temperatures below 0 C or above 40 C 8 Always remove the battery pack and store it in a dry secure place when the tool is not in use 9 Battery charging should only be carned out indoors Warning Never leave a battery on charge once it starts to warm up Do not charge the battery for more than 8 hours as this will damage the battery cells If two batteries are to be charged in succession unplug the adaptor charger and let it cool down for about 15 minutes before using it for the second battery Warning Consult your local waste authonty for information regarding available recycling and or disposal options of a damaged or worn out battery pack To obtain the best life for the battery Never allow the tool to come to a complete stand still before recharging The battery should be placed on charge whenever the battery is noticeably running down or the tool no longer performs a task it previously performed Avoid conducting short charges Make sure that the battery is fully charged every time by allowing the charger to complete its full charging
10. ition You should charge the battery pack fully before use e Ensure the switch 1s in the off position before inserting battery pack Inserting the battery pack into power tools that have the switch on invites accidents e Use power tools only with specifically designated battery packs Use of any other battery packs may create a risk of injury and fire e To ensure the longest battery life and best battery performance always charge the battery when the air temperature is between 18 24 C Do not charge the battery pack when the temperature is below 0 C or above 40 C This is important Failure to observe this safety rule could cause serious damage to the battery pack When battery pack is not in use keep it away from other metal objects like paper clips coins keys nails screws or other small metal objects that can make a connection from one terminal to another Shorting the battery terminals together may cause burns or a fire Do not incinerate the battery pack even if it is seriously damaged or can no longer hold a charge The battery pack can explode in a fire Never attempt to open the battery pack for any reason If the plastic housing of the battery pack breaks open or cracks immediately discontinue its use and do not recharge it Under abusive conditions liquid may be ejected from the battery avoid contact If contact accidentally occurs flush with water If liquid contacts eyes additionally seek medical help Li
11. lease have the following information at hand e GMC Product Type GMC Product Code EV A 7 DAYS A WEEK 7 AM 7 PM testi A GMC Service Engineer will take your call and in most cases will be able to solve your problem over The GMC 777 Helpline operates from 7am to the phone 7pm 7 days a week EST This allows you You are welcome to use this phone in service to to contact GMC directly with any queries and make suggestions or give comments about any technical questions you have regarding GMC product our products GIL GLOBAL MACHINERY COMPANY 45 55 South Centre Road Melbourne Airport Victona Australia 3045 Tel 03 8346 1100 Fax 03 8346 1200 Save this Manual for future reference REPLACEN WARRA
12. quid ejected from the battery may cause irritation or burns The battery pack utilizes nickel cadmium cells Cadmium is considered to be a toxic matenal Use an environmentally safe disposal unit at a municipal waste disposal centre to dispose of a damaged or worn out battery Accessories The GMC Multi Saw is supplied with the following accessories as standard 1 Allen key 2 General purpose blade 3 Pruning blade 4 Metal cutting blade 5 2 Datteries 6 Battery charger 7 This Instruction Manual Note For your protection the blades are supplied with a protector stnp Please replace the stnp when changing and storing blades Unpacking Due to modern mass production techniques it 1s unlikely that your GMC Power Tool is faulty or that a part is missing If you find anything wrong do not operate the tool until the parts have been replaced or the fault has been rectified Failure to do so could result in serious personal injury Assembly The GMC Multi Saw is packed fully assembled Know your product 1 Vanable speed tngger switch 2 Lock off switch 3 Shoe 4 Allen key 5 Auxiliary handle 6 18 Volt battery 7 Battery charger 8 Battery release buttons 9 Adaptor charger 10 General purpose blade 11 Pruning blade 12 Metal cutting blade You have purchased a 18V heavy duty saw capable of taking the effort out of many sawing tasks in both wood and metal It is robust and extremely ver
13. re e Do not force the power tool Use the correct power tool for your application The correct power tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed e Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn it on and off Any power tool that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired e Disconnect the plug from the power source before making any adjustments changing accessories or storing power tools Such preventive safety measures reduce the nsk of starting the power tool accidentally Store idle power tools out of the reach of children and do not allow persons unfamiliar with the power tool or these instructions to operate the power tool Power tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users Maintain power tools Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts breakage of parts and any other condition that may affect the power tool s operation If damaged have the power tool repaired before use Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained power tools Keep cutting tools sharp and clean Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control Use the power tool accessones and tool bits etc in accordance with these instructions and in the manner intended for the particular type of power tool taking into account the working conditions and the work to be performed Use of the power tool for operations diffe
14. rent from intended could result in a hazardous situation Service e Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair personnel using only identical replacement parts This will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained Additional safety rules for saws e Ensure that the lighting is adequate e Keep the area free of tnpping hazards e Do not let anyone under 18 years operate this saw e Always stand to one side when operating the saw e Never use a cracked or distorted saw blade Only use sharp blades e When cutting round wood use clamps that prevent the work piece from turning on both sides of the blade e Never use your hands to remove sawdust chips or waste close by the saw blade e Use only blades as recommended e Rags cloths cord string and the like should never be left around the work area e Avoid cutting nails Inspect the work piece and remove all nails and other foreign objects before beginning sawing e Support the work properly e Never reach over the blade to remove waste or off cuts e Do not attempt to free a jammed blade before first switching off themachine e Let the blade come to rest naturally e If you are interrupted when operating the saw complete the process and switch off before looking up e Penodically check that all fixings are properly tightened e Always hold the saw on parts that are insulated If you accidentally cut into hidden wiring or the saw s own cable
15. satile By changing between the three saw blades provided it is possible to use the saw on a wide vanety of matenals and in many tasks around the home or workshop Fitting and removing the battery pack To remove the battery pack from the drill firmly press the battery release buttons 8 at either side of the battery pack and slide the battery backward out of the tool To install the battery pack align rails on the tool with the tabs on the battery pack and slide the battery pack on to the saw Ensure the battery pack is sitting straight on the foot and correctly entering the runners The battery should slide fully on to the saw until the battery pack clicks into position Battery charging The battery pack for this tool has been shipped in a low charge condition You should charge the battery pack fully before use Warning Do not use an extension cord 1 Connect the adaptor charger 9 lead to the battery charger 7 2 Insert the battery charger 7 into the battery pack 6 and connect the adaptor charger 9 to a suitable power socket 3 The battery charge time is approx 3 5 hours after which the battery pack should be removed A good indication for a fully charged battery is the temperature of the battery which becomes fairly warm as the battery becomes fully charged 4 After normal use 3 hours of charging time is required for the battery pack to be fully charged However 4 5 hours chargin
16. the metal parts of the saw will become live Wear goggles Wear earmuffs Wear a breathing mask Additional safety rules for the charger e Before using the charger read all the instructions and cautionary markings on the charger and battery pack as well as the instructions on using the battery pack Only charge your batteries indoors as the charger is designed for indoor use only DANGER If the battery pack is cracked or damaged in any other way do not insert 1t in the charger There is a danger of electric shock or electrocution WARNING Do not allow any liquid to come into contact with the charger There is a danger of electric shock To allow the battery pack to cool down after charging do not place 1t in a hot environment such as a metal shed or open trailer left in the sun Recharge only with the charger specified by the manufacturer A charger that is suitable for one type of battery pack may create a risk of fire when used with another battery pack The charger and battery packs supplied with it are specifically designed to work together Do not attempt to charge the battery pack with any other charger than the one supplied Do not place any object on top of the charger as it could cause overheating Do not place the charger near any heat source Do not pull on the lead of the charger to disconnect it from the power source Make sure that the charger cable 1s positioned where it will not be stepped on tnpped ov
17. urning the tool to the place of purchase with a confirmed register receipt Proof of purchase is essential We reserve the nght to reject any claim where the purchase cannot be verified This warranty does not include damage or defects to the tool caused by or resulting from abuse accidents alterations or commercial or business use It also does not cover any bonus accessones unless the tool is a GMC Platinum Professional model Please ensure that you store your receipt in a safe place Conditions apply to the above warranty If you need direction of what constitutes a free of charge warranty claim please review the guide given on the rear of the Receipt Holder An indication is given as to the types of claim that are permissible and those that are not Dear Customer Description of symbols If you require any help with your product whether it The rating plate on your tool may show symbols These is a Warranty claim spare part or user information repr esent Important information about the product or please phone our Help Line for an immediate response Instructions on its use Phone 1300 880 001 in Australia or 0800 445 721 in New Zealand Introduction Your new GMC power tool will more than satisfy your expectations It has been manufactured under stringent Wear hearing protection Wear eye protection Wear breathing protection Conforms to relevant standards for n3so electromagnetic compatibility GMC Quality Stan
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