Triton TA 235CSL: OPERATION

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SIGHTING NOTCHES

4. Switch on the laser beam by pressing the

Laser Sight Switch (1).

1. Two sets of sighting notches at the front of the base plate provide guidance when

performing free-hand cuts following a pencil line.

5. Line up the laser line with the pencil line on

the workpiece.

2. When viewed from the front of the saw use the left hand side notch for 90° cuts

and the right hand sight notch for 45° cuts. Sight along either edge of the notch,

6. Start the motor by squeezing the Trigger

depending on which side of the line you wish to cut.

Switch (26).

3. Use the second set of notches, closer to the saw blade, to confirm the alignment

7. Make your cut ensuring that the laser line is

of your saw during the cut.

kept in line with the pencil line.

8. Switch off the laser beam by pressing the laser

sight switch

SAW BENCH GUIDE

• Check that the saw bench is equipped with appropriate blade guarding and

ensure that it is properly adjusted and functioning correctly before operating.

Use left notch

Use right notch

• Ensure the saw is mounted securely to the bench. Refer to the manufacturer’s

for 90˚ cuts

for 45˚ cuts

instruction manual for mounting instructions.

• Prior to starting work, manually run the saw along the table to ensure it runs

USING THE LASER SYSTEM

smoothly and is clear of obstructions.

• Do not look directly at the laser beam.

• Check that your saw bench is fitted with an

anti-kickback device.

• Never aim the beam at any person or an object other than the workpiece.

• Make sure a suitable safety on/off switch is

• Ensure that the beam is not directed towards others in the work area.

fitted to the saw bench. The saw switch may

• Ensure the laser beam is aimed at a sturdy work piece without reflective surfaces

then be locked on using a spring clamp, cable

ie; wood or rough coated surfaces are acceptable. Bright shiny reflective material

tie or similar and then plugged into the safety

is not suitable for laser use as the reflective surface could direct the beam back

socket on the saw bench. This clamp MUST be

at the operator.

taken off when the saw is removed from the

saw bench.

• Only turn on the laser beam when the tool is on the workpiece

• Using all safety equipment make a test cut in an off cut piece of material making

1. Mark the line of the cut on the workpiece.

sure all guarding is set up correctly before continuing with your bench sawing.

2. Adjust the depth of cut and bevel angle as required.

3. Rest the front edge of the base on the workpiece.

OPERATION

SWITCHING ON AND OFF

6. For safety, use the parallel cutting guide or a clamped-on batten. If free-hand

cutting is unavoidable always mark out a straight cutting line as a guide.

1. Connect the plug to the power supply.

7. Make sure the workpiece cannot move during the cut, using clamps wherever

2. To switch on the saw, press down the Lock-Off Button (28) and whilst holding

possible. Never perform any cuts on a workpiece held in the hand.

down the lock-off button press down the Trigger Switch (26).

8. Large panels and long workpieces must be well

3. When you release the trigger, the saw turns off and the lock-off button re-engages.

supported close to both sides of the cut to

It will be necessary to press down the lock-off button again to turn the saw on.

avoid pinching and kickback. Ensure the saw is

4. Allow the blade to come to a complete standstill before setting the saw down.

positioned with the wider part of the baseplate

resting on the larger piece, or on the piece with

the best support.

9. Prevent kickback by ensuring that you move the

saw in a straight line. Ensure that your blade is in

good condition and that the cut does not close in

on the blade. (If necessary, use a small wedge or

3mm spacer in the cut to prevent it closing in on the blade). Release the trigger

if the saw gives any sign of stalling but do not remove the saw until the blade

stops spinning.

10. Avoid cutting any nails, screws etc. by inspecting your workpieces and removing

OPERATING

any fasteners prior to cutting.

1. Rest the front of the base plate on the workpiece with your pencil mark aligned

11. If any unusual noise or odour occurs during operation stop the saw immediately

with the correct sighting notch. Ensure the blade is not touching the workpiece.

and contact an authorised Triton Saw Repair Centre.

2. Turn on the Laser Sight Switch (1) and align the laser line with the pencil line.

12. Do not operate the saw upside down unless securely mounted and guarded in

3. Hold the saw firmly with both hands, depress the Lock-Off Button (28) and press

a reputable brand saw bench (eg. a Triton Workcentre or Triton Compact Saw

the Trigger Switch (26). When the saw motor reaches full speed, guide the saw

Table).

smoothly along the cut line.

4. Maintain a consistent feed rate - too fast may put

excessive strain on the motor, while too slow

may burnish your workpiece. Avoid any sudden

movements of the saw.

5. When cutting veneered board or wood less than

20mm thick, set the blade to protrude 5-10mm

through the work. This will reduce splintering.

When cutting thicker wood, set the blade to

maximum depth to reduce kickback.

Before Use / Operation

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