Inmes IM-300PL AL User manual

OPERATIONS MANUAL

DOUBLE MITER SAW

IM-300 PL/ IM-300PL AL

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The IM-300PL was especially designed for cutting Wood, Plastic and Aluminum profiles providing high quality,

productivity and perfect square corners. Make sure to choose the proper sawblade for each type of material.

The IM-300P leaves the factory ready to start operating. However, some safety advises most be carrying

out with attention. So, please, read the instruction manual carefully and follow all safety advises.

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INDEX

1 - SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ........................................................................................................................................................... 6

1.1 – Safety Signals .......................................................................................................................................................................... 6

1.2 - Before using the machine ...................................................................................................................................................... 6

1.3 - Blade requirements ................................................................................................................................................................. 7

1.4 - When installing the machine ................................................................................................................................................. 7

1.5 - Before each use ....................................................................................................................................................................... 7

1.6 – To reduce risk of injury ......................................................................................................................................................... 8

1.7 - Protections .............................................................................................................................................................................. 10

1.8 - Before leaving the machine ................................................................................................................................................. 10

2 – UNPACKING AND CHECKING CONTENTS .......................................................................................................................... 10

2.1 – Unpacking the machine ......................................................................................................................................................... 10

2.2 - Optional accessories ............................................................................................................................................................. 11

3 – GET TO KNOW YOUR DOUBLE MITER SAW ...................................................................................................................... 12

4 – TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS: ............................................................................................................................................ 13

5 – INSTALLATION .......................................................................................................................................................................... 14

5.1 – Electric Installation .............................................................................................................................................................. 14

5.2 – Correct rotation of electrical motors .............................................................................................................................. 14

5.3 – Lubricant oil level .................................................................................................................................................................. 15

5.4 - Air Supply ............................................................................................................................................................................... 16

6 - OPERATION.................................................................................................................................................................................. 16

6.1 – Cutting adjustments ............................................................................................................................................................. 16

6.1.1 – Minimum lenght of the profile to be cut ................................................................................................................... 16

6.2 – Safety Shields Adjustment................................................................................................................................................ 17

6.3 - Clamping System ................................................................................................................................................................... 17

6.4 - Blades Descent Speed Adjustments ................................................................................................................................ 18

6.5 – Lubricant Spray (only for IM-300PL AL) ........................................................................................................................ 19

6.6 – Cutting the profile ............................................................................................................................................................... 20

6.6.1 – Recommendations .......................................................................................................................................................... 22

7 – MAINTENANCE .......................................................................................................................................................................... 22

7.1 – Changing the saw blade ....................................................................................................................................................... 23

7.2 – Adjustment of the saw belts ............................................................................................................................................ 25

7.3 – Lubrification ......................................................................................................................................................................... 26

8 – TROUBLESHOOTING ............................................................................................................................................................... 27

9- SPARE PARTS OF IM-300PL/ IM-300PL AL ........................................................................................................................ 28

Part Drawing ....................................................................................................................................................................................... 30

Pneumatic Diagram ............................................................................................................................................................................ 37

Electric Diagram ................................................................................................................................................................................ 38

10 – ASSEMBLING THE EXTENSION TABLES (OPTIONAL) .............................................................................................. 48

11 – ALIGNING THE EXTENSION TABLE ................................................................................................................................. 49

12 – ASSEMBLING THE ADDITIONAL RIGHT EXTENSION TABLE ................................................................................ 50

13 – SPARE PARTS LIST .................................................................................................................................................................. 51

Part Drawing ....................................................................................................................................................................................... 52

14 – LEFT/RIGHT ROLLING ARM EXTENSION ....................................................................................................................... 53

15 – ASSEMBLING RIGHT AND LEFT ADDITIONAL EXTENSION TABLE IM-300P/PL ............................................ 54

16 – RIGHT ROLLING ARM EXTENSION SAPRE PARTS LIST ........................................................................................... 55

17 – LEFT ROLLING ARM EXTENSION SAPRE PARTS LIST ............................................................................................... 55

18 – RIGHT ADDICTIONAL ROLLING ARM EXTENSION SAPRE PARTS LIST ............................................................. 55

19 – LEFT ADDICTIONAL ROLLING ARM EXTENSION SAPRE PARTS LIST ................................................................ 56

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Part Drawing ....................................................................................................................................................................................... 57

20 – GET KNOWING THE MOLDING STOP FLIP-FLOP ......................................................................................................... 59

21 – ASSEMBLNG THE MOLDING STOP FLIP-FLOP .............................................................................................................. 59

21.1 – Installing the flip-flop valve ............................................................................................................................................. 59

21.2 – Flip-Flop Molding Stop Switch ........................................................................................................................................ 60

22 – WORK WIHT THE MOLDING STOP FLIP-FLOP .............................................................................................................. 61

23 – SPARE PARTS LIST................................................................................................................................................................. 63

Part Drawing ....................................................................................................................................................................................... 64

24 – ASSEMBLING THE DUST COLLECTOR ............................................................................................................................. 65

25 – SPARE PARTS LIST................................................................................................................................................................. 66

Part Drawing ....................................................................................................................................................................................... 67

Warranty Term .................................................................................................................................................................................. 68

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1 - SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

For operator safety and durability of your equipment, the instructions described in this manual must be

carried out with great care when installing and operating your machine, staying alert and learn how to use the IM-

300PL.

1.1 – Safety Signals

It means if the safety instructions are not followed the operator could be seriously injured or

killed.

If the safety instructions are not followed the operator will be seriously injured.

Safety instructions if not carried out with care might injury the operator.

1 . 2 - Before using the machine

WARNING

The instructions described in this manual it is for both, IM-300P and IM-300PL. The model IM-300P

was exclusively developed for cutting plastic or wood, while the model IM-300P AL was developed for cutting only

aluminum..

WARNING

 Read the instructions manual before operating the equipment;

 The instructions manual must be kept close to the machine with easy access and in a place

known to the operators;

 Never touch any objects instead of the profile when cutting;

 Wear safety goggles;

 Keep hands out of the saw blade path.

 Turn off the saw and unplug it from power source then wait complete stop of the saw

 blades before accomplishing any adjustment and service.

 Before connecting the machine to the power source it must be installed a properly circuit

breaker according to item 1.4 described in this instruction manual;

 The manufacturer advise that you should make sure the circuit is properly grounded by

using the green/yellow wires for this purpose;

 The machine must be mounted on a flat surface in an appropriate work area, well lighted

and enough air.

 This machine only uses saw blades with the diameter of 300mm with the thickness of maximum 3.4mm.

 In order to obtain high performance at work make sure that you read the instructions manual.

DANGER

WARNING

CAUTION

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1.3 - Blade requirements

Saw blade must follow the specifications bellow:

 External diameter (A): 300mm;

 Saw blade hole(B): 25,4 or 30 mm;

 Maximum thickness(C): 3,4mm;

 Saw blade rotation: at least 3400rpm;

 Appropriated for each specific material (wood, plastic or alumi-

num).

Fig. 01

1 . 4 - When installing the machine

 The machine must be mounted on a flat surface in an appropriate work area, well lighted and enough air;

 In order to move the machine make sure to use a forklift as

shown in fig. 02.

 Inmes Industrial does recommend to install a circuit breaker* of

15A (IEC Standard) for machines 220/380V threephases, and a

circuit breaker* of 25A (IEC Standard) for machines singlephas-

es/Dualphases. Make sure to have this equipment installed before

plugging to electricit and also, make sure the circuit is properly

grounded using the green/yellow wires.

* The circuit Breaker is not supplied with the machine. Fig. 02

 Before switching on the machine verify the local frequency and voltage complies with your machine;

 The electrical installation must be made by an electrician as well as questions or problems you may have

with your electrical installation should be resolved by an electrician.

1 . 5 - Before each use

 Make sure before operating that all parts and connections are tight;

 Remove any existing foreign objects or tool placed on the machine;

 Verify blade spreader before start the machine and make sure the blades are in a good shape.

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1 . 6 – To reduce risk of injury

 Keep hands out of the saw blade path;

 Hold the profile firmly to the fence;

 Be careful when cutting small pieces, the profile or small scrap may move and break the blade or even dam-

age other parts, fig 03 and 04;

Fig. 03 Fig. 04

 When cutting long profiles, it’s necessary to use extension table (see page 48);

 Let the blade get full speed before cutting;

 Do not use saw blades which are not in a good shape, for instance: broken teeth, because they are out of

balance and will not provide good cuts, as well as creating hazard to the operator;

 Before starting the machine make sure that no objects have been left on the base;

 Damaged and adapted parts must not be used for the IM-300PL;

 Ao detectar qualquer anomalia na máquina desligue-a, desconecte-a da rede elétrica e providencie a manu-

tenção adequada;

 If any part is missing, bent or broken in any way, or electrical part does not work properly, turn the saw

off, unplug the saw from the power source and provide proper maintenance;

 Never use your machine if you observe something which can cause an accident or damage the machine;

 Only use sharp blade;

 Keep the saw blade clean;

 Keep work area around clean, sawdust can make the floor slippery;

 Never use the machine near inflammable liquids, dust, steam or gases;

 Never cut more than one work piece at a time;

 Any time the saw blade is removed for replacement or maintenance make sure that the machine is un-

plugged from the power source;

 After replacing make sure the blade is properly tight;

 Keep visitors and children away when using the machine;

 The IM-300PL is designed for professional use. The operator has to be qualified to read and understand

the instructions manual;

 Properly adjust the protection entrance when you cut different mouldings (see page 16 item 6.2);

 After replacing the blade, make sure it be rotating on the right direction as shown in Fig. 05 and 06.

WARNING

Never use your machine if some original part or protection be missing.

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Fig. 05 Fig. 06

 While working with the profile, never position it more than 5,00mm after the center of the table (Fig 07).

When necessary, make sure it cross at least 150,00mm as shown in fig. 08. This is necessary once the

clamping system needs to press both sides at the same time, ensuring that the profile be firmly tight.

Fig. 07 Fig. 08

The existing safety protection must not be removed. The infringement of these recommendations may

cause serious injury to the operator and damage to the machine;

 Any operator must receive full training by an specialized operator before starting working with this

equipment;

DANGER

 Never place your hands near the blades. If it is necessary to remove any scrap, turn the saw off unplug it

from the power source, and then remove the scrap.

DANGER

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1 . 7 - Protections

While operating the equipment:

 Do not wear loose clothing, gloves or jewelry, neckties. They can caught you and draw you against the

moving parts;

 Tie back long hair;

 Wear ear plugs or muffs;

 Always wear safety goggles;

 Remember: Always remember that a careless fraction of a second is enough to cause serious injury;

1 . 8 - Before leaving the machine

 Turn the saw off and wait for all moving parts stop;

 Unplug the general switch;

 Clean your machine for the day operation.

2 – UNPACKING AND CHECKING CONTENTS

2. 1 – Unpacking the machine

The IM-300P is shipped from the factory packed in a wooden crate and positioned on a pallet in a vertical

position. This way it can be easy loaded or unloaded with a standard forklift.

Make sure that all items are included with your machine:

01 Double Miter Saw IM-300PL or IM-300PL AL; 01 Allen Key 6 mm;

01 Molding Stop ; 01 Allen Key 5 mm.

01 Instructions Manual; 01 Wrench 24/27 mm

Right after the wooden hood is removed from the machine, proceed as following:

1) Raise the machine using a forklift as shown in Fig. 02.

2) Using a wrench of 5/16 POL loose the bolts used to hold the

machine on the pallet

3) Then using the forklift put the machine on the ground;

4) Place the machine at the desired location and using a wrench

of 24,00mm leveling it (fig. 09).

Fig. 09

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Important:

 Before assembling the machine, make sure that you have all parts that are included with the machine

 If you are missing any part described above, do not assemble the saw and immediately contact the dealer that

you have purchased the machine

 Whenever it is necessary to order spare parts use the exploded view of part list that can be found by the end

of this instructions manual. Always order parts by their codes.

 This instructions manual will be extremely important to order parts when its make necessary, therefore make

sure to keep it in an appropriate place. In case that you have more than one equipment with the same model,

identify it by the serial number on the page 02.

2. 2 - Optional accessories

 Dust Colector;

 Right arm Extension;

 Left arm extension;

 Additional right arm extension;

 Moulding Stop (Flip-Flop).

WARNING

If you are missing any part described above, do not assemble the saw and

immediately contact the dealer that you have purchased the machine

CAUTION

 This is a heavy saw, to reduce the risk of injury the manufacturer recommends to use a forklift to make any

movement as shown in fig. 02. Place the saw on a secure stationary work surface and look the saw over care-

fully.

 The ground, on which the machine has to be loaded, must be perfectly flat.

DANGER

 To reduce the risk of injury

from unexpected starting or

electric

al shock, do not plug

the power cord into a power

source outlet during unpacking

and assembly.

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3 – GET TO KNOW YOUR DOUBLE MITER SAW

Fig. 10

01 – Pedal;

02 – General Switch;

03 – Electrical Panel Door;

04 – Pneumatic Box;

05 – On/Off Panel;

06 – Blade Speed Adjustments;

07 – Moulding Stop;

08 – Security Handle;

09 – Upper Hood;

10 – Window;

11 – Hand Protection;

12 – Hand Button Starter;

13 – Maintenance hood;

14 – Clamping System Regulator;

15 – Scrap Output;

16 – Front Door;

17 – Lower Hood.

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4 – TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS:

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5 – INSTALLATION

WARNING

 Read the manual and the safety instructions carefully before connecting the plug to the power source.

 As the electrical screws can loose during transportation the manufacturer recommends tightening them

back before installing the machine

5. 1 – Electric Installation

DANGER

1) The electrical service must be performed by a certified electrician;

2) Before installing the machine, make sure to install the circuit breaker as specified on item 1.4 (Pag. 7);

3) Before accomplish any electrical service/installation verify and use the electrical drawing connections

included in final part of this instruction manual;

4) The machine must be mounted on a flat and dry surface in an appropriate work area, well lighted and

with enough air;

5) Never touch any of the electrical terminal when the machine is connected to the electrical power

source;

6) Overloading can occur if the operator makes too many starts/stops in a short time;

7) To reduce electrical shocks or damage to the machine, unplug it from the power source before any

maintenance;

8) If the power cord is worn, cut or damage in any way you must replace it right way.

5. 2 – Correct rotation of electrical motors

Once the electrical connections have been made, verify the

correct rotation of the saw blades as shown in fig. 08. This operation is

made by running the machine for a few seconds and looking through the

inspection window. If the rotation is incorrect have your certified

electrician fixes the problem, as instructions below

Fig. 11

 To invert the direction rotation in three phase machines its necessary the inversion the two of the three

wires from the power source, changing one for another. This procedure has to be done by a qualified service

technician (Fig. 12).

 To invert the direction rotation in single phase machines it’s necessary to change the wires position T5 and

T8 (change one for another) inside the connection box. This procedure has to be done by a qualified service

technician. (Fig. 12).

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Fig. 12

5.3 – Lubricant oil level

The products developed by Inmes offer long durability and high performance, in order to guarantee total

satisfaction of our customers. Our quality control department test every machine before it be packaged. However,

they are delivered without pneumatic oil which it is recommended to be refuel. Follow the instructions below to

refuel:

1) Shut air supply 01 (Fig. 13);

2) Unscrew the filter glass by turning clockwise direction, 02 (Fig. 13);

3) Fill the container with pneumatic oil, just more than a half;

4) Screw the lubricator glass back on making sure the O-ring is sitting correctly in the housing.

The number of drops of pneumatic oil is adjusted at the factory. It is usually unnecessary to adjust after-

wards. We recommend the customers verify that after every 25to30 actions of the foot pedal ONE drop should

fall. In order to ajust the lubricator, proceed as follow:

Turn the knob 03 fig. 13 until it is completely closed. And then

open it back about 1/4 to reach the correct adjustment. Finally make

sure that after every 25to30 actions of the foot pedal ONE drop should

fall.

Make sure to use pneumatic oil according to ISO VG 10.

Fig. 13

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5. 4 - Air Supply

As requirement to work properly, it is necessary to use air compressor at least 2ft³/min. It can be in-

stalled using a compressor with a greater output, but not smaller.

The operating pressure should be between 6 bar (Kg/cm²) and 8 bar (Kg/cm²).

6 - OPERATION

6. 1 – Cutting adjustments

First of all the operator must select the moulding that he wants to cut. Before making any adjustments

make sure the machine is in turned OFF for operator safety.

6.1.1 – Minimum lenght of the profile to be cut

For a small profile it is necessary to follow some procedures as described below:

When the moulding stop is leaning on the part 01 (fig. 14) the measure “A” it is 244mm, if necessary to

cut a smaller profile than 244mm, remove the part 01 using a 5mm Allen wrench to loosen the screws 02 (not re-

move). The 5mm Allen wrench it is not supplied with the equipment. Now, sliding the part 01 to the right to remove

it. Now slide the moulding stop next to the part 03 (fig. 15). This way the measure “B” will be 94mm.

Fig. 14 Fig. 15

Importante:



Choose the proper blade for each type of

material to be cut.

WARNING

 The IM-300PL is designed to use blades with

the diameter of 300mmn central hole of 30mm

and the thickness cannot exceed 3,4mm.

DANGER

 Never use your machine if you observer something

which can cause an accident. Make sure all the

safety protections are in perfect working condi-

tion.

 After changing or servicing the blades double

check and make sure the blades are properly

tightened before turning the machine on.

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6. 2 – Safety Shields Adjustment

The IM – 300P has a hand protection system that provides maximum safety while working. Follow the in-

struction bellow as requirement to the safety shields work properly:

1) Loosen the handle 01;

2) Position the shields (02) up or down, just over the frame

to be cut, fig. 16;

3) Tighten the handle 01.

Fig. 16

6. 3 -

Clamping System

Position the moulding and proceed as follow:

 Loosen the handle 01 (Fig. 17);

 Position the clamping system over the frame, leaving a 10 mm gap (Fig. 18 e 19).

 Tighten the handle 01;

 Make sure the workpiece be pressed against the fence as shown in fig Fig. 20.

Fig. 17 Fig. 18 Fig. 19

DANGER

 Do not operate the saw without the safety guards in place and adjusted.

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Fig. 20

WARNING

Make sure the clamping system clamp the workpiece properly.

6. 4 - Blades Descent Speed Adjustments

In order to guarantee the quality of our products, every equipment are tested before leaving the factory.

However, for your own security we delivery the machines with all switches on the OFF position as shown in Fig. 21

and 22. To adjust the blade descent speed is necessary to turn the button shown in fig 21 to the position 1 and the

button shown in fig, 23 to the position of lubricant ON.

Even turning ON all switches mentioned above, for your own safety, the machine will not run. Therefore,

all necessary regulations can be made with total safety.

Fig. 21 Fig. 22 Fig. 23

Use the air regulator valve located in front of the machine as shown

in fig. 24 to increase or decrease the descend of the sawblade. The valve 01

regulates the right sawblade descend, and the valve 02 the left sawblade

descend.

1. Turning the valve counter clockwise direction will increase descend of

the sawblade.

2. Turning the valve 01 clockwise direction will decrease descend of the

sawblade.

Fig. 24

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WARNING

For the operator safety, the blades descent speed regulator leaves the industry closed. By doing that there is

no risk of injury if something touch the pneumatic foot pedal during the adjustments.

DANGER

Make sure the air supply is unplugged before every maintaining service.

Notice that the blade descent speed must be regulated according the profile and the finish wished. If the

speed was too high on a long profile, the blade may stop, as well the motor. The finish cut could be damage as well

your equipment.

6. 5 – Lubricant Spray (only for IM-300PL AL)

For a high quality cut and long durability of the sawblades while cutting aluminum, the Double Miter Saw

IM-300PL AL is equipped with a lubricant spray system. Before starting the operation, please, fill the recipient 01

(fig. 25) with the oil lubricator. Proceed as follow:

1) Unpplug the hoses 02 (Fig. 25);

2) Open the cover 03 (Fig. 25);

3) Fill with the lubricant oil;

4) Cover the recipient ant plug again the hoses.

The quantity of the lubricant sprayed on the sawblade is adjusted at the factory. However, if any adjustment be

necessary, use the valve 01 shown in Fig 26:

Fig. 25 Fig. 26

Turn on the lubricant system as show in Fig. 23. As soon as you activate it, the liquid will start to spray through

the output 02 (fig. 26). (By the first time this may take a few seconds).

1) Turning the valve 01 (fig. 26) counter clockwise the volume of lubricant sprayed will increase.

2) Turning the valve 01 (fig. 26) clockwise the volume of lubricant sprayed will decrease.

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