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If in doubt, do not plug in the tool. Using a power source
with a voltage less than the nameplate rating is harmful
to the motor.
The tool must be used only for its prescribed purpose.
Any use other than those mentioned in this Manual will
be considered a case of misuse. The user and not the
manufacturer shall be liable for any damage or injury
resulting from such cases of misuse. The manufacturer
shall not be liable for any changes made to the tool nor
for any damage resulting from such changes.
Even when the tool is used as prescribed it is not possible
to eliminate all residual risk factors. The following hazards
may arise in connection with the tool’s construction
and design:
• Contact with the disc.
• Kickback of workpiece and parts of workpiece.
• Disc fracture.
• Catapulting of disc pieces.
• Damage to hearing if effective earmuffs are not worn.
• Harmful emissions of grinding dust when the machine
is used in closed rooms.
• Do not use discs that are deformed or cracked.
• Always remove the plug from the mains socket before
making any adjustments or maintenance, including
changing the disc.
Accessories
The GMC MX355C chop saw is supplied with the following
accessories as standard
1. 8mm Hex key
2. 5mm Hex key
3. Vice handle
4. Hex screw, spring washer and
flat washer for vice handle
5. 355mm Cut off disc (fitted)
6. Rear spark shield
7. Hex screw, spring washer and flat washer
for rear spark shield
8. Rubber feet (x4)
9. Instruction manual
10. Receipt holder
Unpacking
Due to modern mass production techniques, it is 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.
1. Remove all loose parts from the carton.
2. Remove the packing materials from around the saw.
3. Carefully lift the saw from the carton and place it on a
level work surface.
4. The saw has been shipped with the saw arm locked in
the down position. To release the saw arm, push down
on the top of the saw arm, rotate the lock down knob
90° to the left or right and release the knob.
5. Slowly lift the saw arm.
Assembly
The GMC chop saw is packed, fully assembled except for
the vice handle, rear spark shield and rubber feet.