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handed” i.e. holding the workpiece to the right of the saw blade with
your left hand or vice versa is very dangerous.
Do not reach behind the fence with either hand closer than 100
mm from either side of the saw blade, to remove wood scraps,
or for any other reason while the blade is spinning.
The proximity
of the spinning saw blade to your hand may not be obvious and you
may be seriously injured.
Inspect your workpiece before cutting. If the workpiece is
bowed or warped, clamp it with the outside bowed face toward
the fence. Always make certain that there is no gap between
the workpiece, fence and table along the line of the cut.
Bent or
warped workpieces can twist or shift and may cause binding on the
spinning saw blade while cutting. There should be no nails or foreign
objects in the workpiece.
Do not use the saw until the table is clear of all tools, wood scraps,
etc., except for the workpiece.
Small debris or loose pieces of wood
or other objects that contact the revolving blade can be thrown with
high speed.
Cut only one workpiece at a time.
Stacked multiple workpieces
cannot be adequately clamped or braced and may bind on the blade
or shift during cutting.
Ensure the mitre saw is mounted or placed on a level, firm work
surface before use.
A level and firm work surface reduces the risk of
the mitre saw becoming unstable.
Plan your work. Every time you change the bevel or mitre angle
setting, make sure the adjustable fence is set correctly to support
the workpiece and will not interfere with the blade or the guarding
system.
Without turning the tool “ON” and with no workpiece on the
table, move the saw blade through a complete simulated cut to assure
there will be no interference or danger of cutting the fence.
Provide adequate support such as table extensions, saw horses,
etc. for a workpiece that is wider or longer than the table top.
Workpieces longer or wider than the mitre saw table can tip if not
securely supported. If the cut-off piece or workpiece tips, it can lift the
lower guard or be thrown by the spinning blade.
Do not use another person as a substitute for a table extension
or as additional support.
Unstable support for the workpiece can
cause the blade to bind or the workpiece to shift during the cutting
operation pulling you and the helper into the spinning blade.
The cut-off piece must not be jammed or pressed by any means
against the spinning saw blade.
If confined, i.e. using length stops,
the cut-off piece could get wedged against the blade and thrown
violently.
Always use a clamp or a fixture designed to properly support
round material such as rods or tubing.
Rods have a tendency to
roll while being cut, causing the blade to “bite” and pull the work with
your hand into the blade.
Let the blade reach full speed before contacting the workpiece.
This will reduce the risk of the workpiece being thrown.
If the workpiece or blade becomes jammed, turn the mitre saw
off. Wait for all moving parts to stop and disconnect the plug
from the power source and/or remove the battery pack. Then
work to free the jammed material.
Continued sawing with a jammed
workpiece could cause loss of control or damage to the mitre saw.
After finishing the cut, release the switch, hold the saw head
down and wait for the blade to stop before removing the cut-off
piece.
Reaching with your hand near the coasting blade is dangerous.
Hold the handle firmly when making an incomplete cut or when
releasing the switch before the saw head is completely in the
down position.
The braking action of the saw may cause the saw
head to be suddenly pulled downward, causing a risk of injury.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR WOOD CUTTING BLADE
Please read the manual and instructions carefully before using the
saw blade and the machine.
The product must be in good condition, the spindle without
deformation and vibration.
Do not use the product without the guards in position. Keep guards in
good working order and properly maintained.
Ensure the operator is adequately trained in safety precautions,
adjustment and operation of the product.
Always wear goggles and ear protection when using the product. It is
recommended to wear gloves, sturdy non slipping shoes and apron.
Before using any accessory, consult the instruction manual. The
improper use of an accessory can cause damage and increase the
potential for injury.
Use only blades specified in this manual, complying with EN 847-1.
Observe the maximum speed marked on the saw blade. Ensure the
speed marked on the saw blade is at least equal to the speed marked
on the saw.
Always use blades with correct size and shape of arbor holes.
Blades that do not match the mounting hardware of the saw will run
eccentrically, causing loss of control.
Do not use blades of larger or smaller diameter than recommended.
Do not use any spacers to make the blade fit onto the spindle.
Check the tips of the saw blade for damage or abnormal appearance
before each use. Tips that are damaged or loose can become flying
objects in use and increase the chance of personal injury.
Do not use cracked or distorted saw blades. Do not use saw blades
that are damaged or deformed.
Scrap the saw blade if damaged, deformed, distorted or cracked,
repairing is not permitted.
Do not use HSS blades.
Ensure the saw blade is mounted correctly, tighten the arbor nut
securely before use (tightening torque approx. 12 Nm).
Fastening screw and nuts shall be tightened using the appropriate
spanner, etc.
Extension of the spanner or tightening using hammer blows is not
permitted.
Make sure the blade and flanges are clean and the recessed sides of
the collar are against the blade.
Make sure the blade rotates in the correct direction.
Before work, make a dummy cut without the motor turned on so the
position of the blade, operation of the guards with respect to other
machine parts and workpiece may be checked.
Never leave the product unattended.
Do not apply lubricants on the blade when it is running.
Never perform any cleaning or maintenance work when the machine
is still running and the head is not in the rest position.
Never attempt to stop a machine in motion rapidly by jamming a tool
or other means against the blade, serious accidents can be caused
unintentionally in this way.
Disconnect the product from the mains supply or remove battery
pack before changing blades or carrying out maintenance.
Pay attention to blade packing and unpacking, it is easy to be injured
by the sharp blade tips.
Use a blade holder or wear gloves when handling a saw blade.
Keep and store the blade in original packaging or other suitable
packaging, keep in dry conditions and away from chemicals which
may damage the blade.
ADDITIONAL SAFETY WARNINGS
Always clamp the workpiece safely and securely.
Ensure that the product is always stable and secure (e.g., fixed to a
bench).
Always wear ear protectors. Exposure to noise can cause hearing loss.
Always wear safety goggles when using the product. It is
recommended to wear gloves for handling blades and rough material,
plus sturdy non slip shoes to protect the feet from workpieces which
