EN 61029-2-9:2012

SLOVENSKI STANDARD
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Safety of transportable motor-operated electric tools - Part 2-9: Particular requirements
for mitre saws
Sicherheit transportabler motorbetriebener Elektrowerkzeuge - Teil 2-9: Besondere
Anforderungen für Gehrungskappsägen
Sécurité des machines-outils électriques semi-fixes - Partie 2-9: Règles particulières
pour les scies à onglet
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: EN 61029-2-9:2012
ICS:
25.080.60 Strojne žage Sawing machines
25.140.20 (OHNWULþQDRURGMD Electric tools
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.

EUROPEAN STANDARD
EN 61029-2-9
NORME EUROPÉENNE
October 2012
EUROPÄISCHE NORM
ICS 25.080.60; 25.140.20 Supersedes EN 61029-2-9:2009

English version
Safety of transportable motor-operated electric tools -
Part 2-9: Particular requirements for mitre saws
(IEC 61029-2-9:1995, modified)

Sécurité des machines-outils électriques Sicherheit transportabler motorbetriebener
semi-fixes - Elektrowerkzeuge -
Partie 2-9: Règles particulières pour les Teil 2-9: Besondere Anforderungen für
scies à onglet Gehrungskappsägen
(CEI 61029-2-9:1995, modifiée) (IEC 61029-2-9:1995, modifiziert)

This European Standard was approved by CENELEC on 2012-09-03. CENELEC members are bound to
comply with the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations which stipulate the conditions for giving this European
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Contents
Foreword . 4
1 Scope . 6
2 Definitions . 6
3 General requirements . 6
4 General notes on tests . 7
5 Rating . 7
6 Classification . 7
7 Marking and information for use . 7
8 Protection against electric shock . 8
9 Starting . 8
10 Input and current . 8
11 Heating . 8
12 Leakage current . 9
13 Environmental requirements . 9
14 Protection against ingress of foreign bodies and moisture resistance . 9
15 Insulation resistance and electric strength . 9
16 Endurance . 10
17 Abnormal operation. 10
18 Stability and mechanical hazards . 10
19 Mechanical strength . 14
20 Construction . 14
21 Internal wiring . 15
22 Components . 15
23 Supply connection and external flexible cables and cords . 15
24 Terminals for external conductors . 15
25 Provision for earthing . 15
26 Screws and connections . 15
27 Creepage distances, clearances and distances through insulation . 16
28 Resistance to heat, fire and tracking . 16
29 Resistance to rusting . 16
30 Radiation . 16
Annex A (normative) Normative references . 24
Annex ZD (informative) Dust measurement . 25
Annex ZZ (informative) Coverage of Essential Requirements of Directive 2006/42/EC . 27

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Figures
Figure Z101 – Saw blade areas . 17
Figure Z102 – Mitre saw provided with U-shaped guard . 18
Figure Z103 – Mitre saw provided with open guard construction . 18
Figure Z104 – Open guard construction . 19
Figure Z105 – Dimensions of test probe . 19
Figure Z106 – Dimension of the slot in the table . 20
Figure Z107 – Flange characteristics . 20
Figure Z108 – Position of saw blade relative to saw table . 21
Figure Z109 – Distance between fence and saw blade . 22
Figure Z110 – Mitre saw with workpiece support . 23
Figure ZD.101 – Orientation of tool and operator . 26

Tables
Table Z101 – Test conditions for mitre saws . 9
Table ZD.101 – Conditions for dust measurements . 25

Foreword
This document (EN 61029-2-9:2012) consists of the text of IEC 61029-2-9:1995 prepared by
IEC/SC 61F (transformed into IEC TC 116 "Safety of hand-held motor-operated electric tools"),
together with the common modifications prepared by CLC/TC 116 "Safety of motor-operated electric
tools".
The following dates are fixed:
• latest date by which the document has to be
(dop) 2013-09-03
implemented at national level
by publication of an identical
national standard or by endorsement
• latest date by which the national standards conflicting
(dow) 2015-09-03
with the document have to be withdrawn
This document supersedes EN 61029-2-9:2009.
EN 61029-2-9:2009:
– rewording of some clauses and
– improvement and clarification of Clause 18.
Attention is drawn to the possibility that some of the elements of this document may be the subject of
patent rights. CENELEC [and/or CEN] shall not be held responsible for identifying any or all such
patent rights.
This European Standard is divided into two parts:
Part 1 General requirements, which are common to most transportable motor, operated tools (for the
purpose of this European Standard referred to simply as tools) which could come within the
scope of this European Standard.
Part 2 Requirements for particular types of tool which either supplement or modify the requirements
given in Part 1 to account for the particular hazards and characteristics of these specific tools.
Compliance with the relevant clauses of Part 1 together with this Part 2 provides one means of
conforming to the specified essential health and safety requirements of the Directive.
This European Standard follows the overall requirements of EN ISO 12100.
For noise and vibration, this European Standard covers the requirements for their measurement, the
provisions of information arising from these measurements and the provision of information about the
personal protective equipment required. Specific requirements for the reduction of the risk arising from
noise and vibration through the design of the tool are not given as this reflects the current state of the
art.
Warning: Other requirements arising from other EU Directives can be applicable to the products
falling within the scope of this European Standard.
CEN have prepared standards for wood working machines, which may include transportable
machines. Although CEN and CENELEC have, where appropriate, used common solutions to provide
uniform levels of protection, persons using this European Standard should check the scope of both this
and CEN standards to ensure that a correct standard is used. Where necessary, normative reference
is made to these standards in this Part 2.

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This Part 2-9 is to be used in conjunction with EN 61029-1:2009. This Part 2-9 supplements or
modifies the corresponding clauses of EN 61029-1, so as to convert it into the European Standard:
“Safety requirements for transportable mitre saws”.
Where a particular subclause of Part 1 is not mentioned in this Part 2-9, that subclause applies as far
as is reasonable. Where this Part 2-9 states "addition", "modification" or "replacement", the relevant
text of Part 1 is to be adapted accordingly.
Clauses, subclauses, notes, tables and figures which are additional to those in Part 1 are numbered
starting from 101.
Clauses, subclauses, notes, tables and figures which are additional to those in IEC 61029-2-9 are
prefixed “Z”.
NOTE In this European Standard, the following print types are used:
- requirements proper: in roman type;
- test specifications: in italic type;
- explanatory matter: in smaller roman type.
This document has been prepared under a mandate given to CENELEC by the European Commission
and the European Free Trade Association, and supports essential requirements of EU Directive.
For the relationship with EU Directive 2006/42/EC, see informative Annex ZZ, which is an integral part
of this document.
Endorsement notice
The text of the International Standard IEC 61029-2-9:1995 was approved by CENELEC as a European
Standard with agreed common modifications.

1 Scope
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows:
1.1 Addition:
This European Standard applies to transportable mitre saws with a saw blade diameter not exceeding
350 mm, intended for cutting wood and analogous materials, plastics and non-ferrous metals except
magnesium.
1.2 Addition:
This European Standard does not apply to transportable mitre saws used to cut ferrous metal or
magnesium.
This standard does not apply to mitre saws other than transportable.
NOTE 1  EN 1870-3 gives requirements for mitre saws for cutting wood other than transportable.
This standard does not apply to tools combining the function of a mitre saw with the function of a
circular saw bench.
NOTE 2  Transportable tools combining the function of a mitre saw with the function of a circular saw bench are covered by
EN 61029-2-11.
2 Definitions
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows:
2.21 Replacement:
2.21
normal load
load to obtain rated input
2.101
mitre saw
saw consisting of a table which supports and positions the workpiece and a saw unit fitted to an arm
which projects over the table, normally from a pivot located at the table or on part of the frame of the
machine
Note 1 to entry A mitre saw will have one or more of the following actions, down cutting action or sliding action which may
follow or precede any down cutting action and can perform cuts such as angle / mitre, bevel and compound.
2.102
linked action
action of opening and closing of the guard is linked to the corresponding up and down movement of
the saw unit. This linked action need not be a rigid connection
3 General requirements
This clause of Part 1 is applicable.

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4 General notes on tests
This clause of Part 1 is applicable.
5 Rating
This clause of Part 1 is applicable.
6 Classification
This clause of Part 1 is applicable.
7 Marking and information for use
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows:
7.1 Addition:
Mitre saws shall be marked with
– maximum and minimum saw blade diameter;
– rated no-load speed;
– indication of direction of rotation of the saw blade;
– saw blade bore diameter.
7.6 Addition:
The direction of rotation of the saw blade shall be indicated on a fixed part of the mitre saw in the
vicinity of the spindle axis by an arrow raised or sunk, which is visible when changing the saw blade, or
by any other means not less visible and indelible.
7.13 Addition:
The substance of the following instructions shall also be given:
c) Safety precautions
Z101) warning not to use saw blades which are damaged or deformed;
Z102) instruction to replace the table insert when worn;
Z103) instruction to use only saw blades specified by the manufacturer; specified saw blades for
wood working shall comply with EN 847-1;
Z104) warning not to use saw blades manufactured from high speed steel;
Z105) instruction to wear suitable personal protective equipment when necessary, this could include:
i) hearing protection to reduce the risk of induced hearing loss;
ii) eye protection;
iii) respiratory protection to reduce the risk of inhalation of harmful dust;
iv) gloves for handling saw blades and rough material (recommendation that saw blades
should be carried in a holder wherever practicable).
Z106) instruction to connect the saw to a dust-collecting device when sawing wood;

e) Safe operation
Z101) instruction to select the correct saw blade for the material to be cut;
Z102) warning not to use the saw to cut materials other than those specified;
Z103) lifting and transportation information: Information shall include where to lift and support the
mitre saw and when necessary a warning not to use guards for this purpose;
Z104) instruction to use only the saw with guards in good working order and properly maintained, and
in position;
Z105) instruction to keep the floor area free of loose material e.g. chips and cut-offs;
Z106) instruction to ensure the speed marked on the saw blade is at least equal to the speed marked
on the saw;
Z107) instruction to ensure that any spacers and spindle rings used are suitable for the purpose as
stated by the manufacturer;
Z108) when fitted with a laser or LED: warning not to replace the laser or LED with a different type.
Instruction that repairs shall only be carried out by the manufacturer or an authorised agent;
Z109) instruction how to correctly replace and reposition the saw blade;
Z110) warning to refrain from removing any cut-offs or other parts of the workpiece from the cutting
area whilst the machine is running with an unguarded saw blade;
Z111) instruction how to perform cuts correctly and safely:
i) always to clamp workpieces to the saw table;
ii) to ensure before each cut that the machine is stable;
iii) if needed, to fix the machine to a work bench or the like;
iv) if needed, to support long workpieces with appropriate additional supports;
Z112) instruction how to clamp workpieces to the saw table;
Z113) instruction how to fix the machine to a workbench or the like;
Z114) information about the minimum size of the workpiece;
Z116) information about the maximum cross-section size of the workpiece for cross-cutting;
Z117) information about the range of outside diameter, bore diameter and thickness of saw blades
which may be used;
Z118) information about the maximum cutting depth;
Z119) information about the possible mitre and bevel angles and combinations thereof.
8 Protection against electric shock
This clause of Part 1 is applicable.
9 Starting
This clause of Part 1 is applicable.
10 Input and current
This clause of Part 1 is applicable.
11 Heating
This clause of Part 1 is applicable.

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12 Leakage current
This clause of Part 1 is applicable.
13 Environmental requirements
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows:
13.2.1 Addition:
The major sound sources of tools are:
- the saw blade;
- gears;
- the motor / the fan;
- the workpiece.
NOTE For general information concerning the reduction of noise, see EN ISO 11688-1.
13.2.4 Replacement of paragraphs 1, 2 and 3:
Mitre saws are tested under load under the conditions shown in Table Z101.
Table Z101 – Test conditions for mitre saws
Material Beech – 20 mm × 2/3 maximum cutting width, but not more than 200 mm – planed on four sides
Feed speed At a brisk pace without overloading the machine
15 mm minimum at 90° crosscut
Width of cut-off
Five cuts quickly following each other constitutes one complete test work cycle.
Test work cycle
The measurement is conducted over the complete test work cycle
New saw blade at the start of the test, tungsten carbide tipped for crosscutting and having the
Tool bit
maximum diameter as marked on the tool in accordance with 7.1
To be used on a bench above reflecting plane as shown in Figure 12 of Part 1
Test position
13.3 Replacement:
This subclause is not applicable.
14 Protection against ingress of foreign bodies and moisture resistance
This clause of Part 1 is applicable.
15 Insulation resistance and electric strength
This clause of Part 1 is applicable.

16 Endurance
This clause of Part 1 is applicable.
17 Abnormal operation
This clause of Part 1 is applicable, except as follows:
17.1 Addition:
Mitre saws equipped with an induction motor are considered to be tools in which moving parts are
liable to be jammed.
18 Stability and mechanical hazards
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows:
18.1 Replacement:
Mitre saws shall be equipped with a guarding system, which cannot be removed without the aid of a
tool.
The guarding system shall comply with the requirements of 18.1.101.
18.1.101 Saw blade guards
18.1.101.Z1 Mitre saws shall be provided with a combination of fixed and self-closing guards.
The areas 1 and 2 of the machine are shown in Figure Z101.
The area 1 shall have a fixed guard which as a minimum covers the periphery and both sides of the
saw blade down at least to the root of the teeth, independent of the position of the saw unit. When the
flange/clamping nut is not circular it shall be covered by a fixed guard.
In the upper position, the area 2 shall be guarded by a combination of fixed and self-closing guards
which as a minimum cover the periphery of the saw blade and both sides of the saw teeth down at
least to the root of the teeth. See Figure Z101 for illustration.
The guards shall comply with this requirement at any mitre and bevel position which is possible.
The self-closing guard shall comply with either a) or b):
a) The guard shall be of a U-shaped construction (see Figure Z102). The guard shall enclose the
teeth of the saw blade.
For saws with linked action and with the saw unit in its upper position, the guard shall be in its
completely closed position and both the guard and saw unit shall be locked.
Compliance is checked by inspection and the following test.
The saw unit in the upper position at 90° to the table is subjected to a load of 100 N vertically
downwards at the highest point of the operating handle. It shall not be possible to touch the teeth of
the saw blade with the test probe of Figure Z105, taking into account any free movement of the
guard.
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The saws unit and guard shall only be unlocked by manually operating the release device(s) and
the guard shall pen by moving the saw unit down. It shall be possible to operate the release
device(s) without releasing the grip on the handle.
Compliance is checked by inspection and by manual test.
For saw units without linked action and with the saw unit in its upper position, the guard shall be
locked. When moving down the saw unit from its upper position, the guard shall remain locked and
closed in all positions of the saw unit and only be unlocked and opened by manually operating the
release device.
Compliance is checked by inspection and by applying the test probe of Figure Z105 in all positions
of the saw unit. It shall not be possible to touch the teeth of the saw blade taking into account any
free movement of the guard.
After manually operating the release device, the guard shall open by further pressing of the release
device for an angle of maximum 60°.
Compliance is checked by inspection and by manual test.
b) The guard shall be of an open guard construction (see Figure Z103) which covers both sides of the
saw blade teeth as shown in Figure Z104 and which opens when it makes contact with the
workpiece or the fence. The guard shall lie on the workpiece or on the fence during cutting to
afford maximum protection.
Compliance is checked by inspection and by measurement.
The guard shall be in its completely closed position and locked when the saw unit is in its upper
position.
Compliance is checked by inspection and the following test.
The saw unit in the upper position at 90° to the table is subjected to a load of 100 N vertically
downwards at the highest point of the operating handle. The guard shall remain locked and not
open.
It shall be possible for an operator to unlock the guard without releasing the grip on the handle.
Compliance is checked by manual test.
18.1.101.Z2 In cutting mode, the front of the saw blade shall be guarded against inadvertent contact,
see Figure Z108.
Compliance is checked while the saw unit is at its lowest vertical position, its maximum extended
horizontal position and no workpiece present. A test rod with 12 mm diameter and 50 mm length is
applied at all bevel and mitre angles. The longitudinal axis of the test probe shall be parallel to the table
surface and be perpendicular to the cutting line. The test probe shall be equally shared about the
cutting line. When the test probe is moved towards the saw blade, it shall not be able to touch its
toothed rim.
18.1.101.Z3 For saws without linked action provided with a spring loaded guard, the closing time of the
self-closing guard from the fully open position to the fully closed position shall not exceed 0,3 s.
Compliance is checked by the following test. During the test, the saw unit is set to cut at 90° to the
table. Without any lubrication, the self-closing guard is retracted fully and then allowed to close for
20 000 cycles. The closing time from the fully open position to the fully closed position shall not exceed
the time specified above at the first and at the last of the 20 000 cycles.

18.1.101.Z4 All types of guard shall allow changing of the saw blade without removing the guard from
the machine.
Compliance is checked by inspection.
18.1.101.Z5 When set for transportation the self-closing guard shall cover the teeth of the saw blade to
the front of the machine.
Compliance is checked by inspection and by applying the test probe according to Figure Z105.
18.1.101.Z6 Saws shall be so guarded that the saw blade cannot be touched from below the table.
Compliance is checked by the following test.
With the saw unit in its lowest position, the test probe of Figure Z105 is applied in all possible positions
from below the table. It shall not be possible to touch the teeth of the saw blade.
18.3 Replacement of the first two paragraphs:
In any working position, the machine shall have sufficient stability.
Compliance is checked by the following test, without the tool being fixed to the bench.
Without any workpiece, the saw unit is moved down to its lowest position, and then the handle is
released. The machine shall not tip over and shall not be displaced horizontally by more than 100 mm.
Tools shall be provided with the facility to fix the machine to a bench, e.g. by providing holes in the
machine frame.
Compliance is checked by inspection.
18.Z101 Saw table
18.Z101.1 The slot in the table for the saw blade shall be in accordance with the dimension given in
Figure Z106. The area surrounding the saw blade where it passes through the table shall be of a
material that can easily be cut such as plastic, wood or aluminium.
Compliance is checked by inspection and
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