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Important Safety Instructions
WARNING:
When using electric tools, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce risk
of fire, electric shock, and personal injury, including the following:
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Double Insulation
Double insulated tools are constructed throughout with two separate layers of electrical insulation or one double
thickness of insulation between you and the tool’s electrical system. Tools built with this insulation system are
not intended to be grounded.
NOTE:
Double insulation does not take the place of normal safety precautions when operating this tool. The
insulation system is for added protection against injury resulting from a possible electrical insulation failure
within the tool.
CAUTION:
WHEN SERVICING USE ONLY IDENTICAL REPLACEMENT PARTS. Repair or replace damaged cords.
Safety Instructions For All Tools
•
KEEP GUARD IN PLACE
and in working order.
•
REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES.
Form habit of checking to see that keys and adjusting
wrenches are removed from spindle before turning tool on.
•
KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN.
Cluttered areas and benches invite accidents.
•
DON’T USE IN DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT.
Don’t use power tools in damp or wet locations, or expose
them to rain or snow. Keep work area well lighted.
•
KEEP CHILDREN AWAY.
All visitors should be kept at a safe distance from work area.
•
MAKE WORKSHOP KID PROOF
with padlocks, master switches, or by removing starter keys.
•
DON’T FORCE TOOL.
It will do the job better and be safer at the rate for which it was designed.
•
USE RIGHT TOOL.
Don’t force tool or attachment to do a job for which it was not designed.
•
WEAR PROPER APPAREL.
No loose clothing, gloves, neckties, rings, bracelets, or other jewelry to get
caught in moving parts. Non-slip footwear is recommended. Wear protective hair covering to contain long
hair. Air vents may cover moving parts and should also be avoided.
•
ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GLASSES.
Also use face or dust mask if cutting operation is dusty. Everyday
eyeglasses have only impact resistant lenses, they are NOT safety glasses.
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SECURE WORK.
Use clamps or vise when you cannot secure the workpiece on the table and against the
fence by hand or when your hand will be dangerously close to the blade [within 150mm (6")].
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DON’T OVERREACH.
Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
•
MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE.
Keep tools sharp and clean for best and safest performance. Follow
instructions for lubricating and changing accessories.
•
DISCONNECT TOOLS
before servicing; when changing accessories such as blades, bits, cutters, etc.
•
REDUCE THE RISK OF UNINTENTIONAL STARTING.
Make sure switch is in OFF position before plugging in.
•
USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES.
Consult the instruction manual for recommended accessories. The
use of improper accessories may cause risk of injury to persons.
•
NEVER STAND ON TOOL.
Serious injury could occur if the tool is tipped or if the cutting tool is unintentionally
contacted.
•
CHECK DAMAGED PARTS.
Before further use of the tool, a guard or other part that is damaged should be
carefully checked to determine that it will operate properly and perform its intended function—check for
alignment of moving parts, binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, mounting and any other conditions
that may affect its operation. A guard or other part that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced.
Do not use tool if switch does not turn it on and off.
•
NEVER LEAVE TOOL RUNNING UNATTENDED. TURN POWER OFF.
Don’t leave tool until it comes to a
complete stop.
•
DO NOT OPERATE ELECTRIC TOOLS NEAR FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS OR IN GASEOUS OR EXPLOSIVE
ATMOSPHERES.
Motors in these tools may spark and ignite fumes.
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EXTENSION CORDS.
Make sure your extension cord is in good condition. When using an extension cord, be
sure to use one heavy enough to carry the current your product will draw. An undersized cord will cause a
drop in line voltage resulting in loss of power and overheating. The following table shows the correct size to
use depending on cord length and nameplate ampere rating. If in doubt, use the next heavier gage. The
smaller the gage number, the heavier the cord.
Minimum Gage for Cord Sets
Volts
Total Length of Cord in Feet (Meters)
230V
0-50 (0-15.2)
51-100 (15.2-30.5)
101-200 (30.5-61.0)
201-300 (61.0-91.5)
Ampere Rating
MoreNot more
AWG/mm
Than
Than
0
-
6
18 (0.8)
16 (1.3)
16 (1.3)
14 (2.1)
6
-
10
18 (0.8)
16 (1.3)
14 (2.1)
12 (3.3)
10
-
12
16 (1.3)
16 (1.3)
14 (2.1)
12 (3.3)
12
-
16
14 (2.1)
12 (3.3)
Not Recommended
Additional Safety Rules For Miter Saws
CAUTION:
FAILURE TO HEED THESE WARNINGS MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY AND SERIOUS DAM-
AGE TO THE SAW.
• DO - Protect electric supply line with at least a 15 ampere time-delay fuse or a circuit breaker.
• DO - Make certain the blade rotates in the correct direction and that the teeth at the bottom of the blade are
pointing to the rear of the miter saw.
• DO - Be sure all clamp handles are tight before starting any operation.
• DO - Be sure all blade and clamp washers are clean and recessed sides of collars are against blade. Tighten
arbor screw securely.
• DO - Keep saw blade sharp.
• DO - Keep motor air slots free of chips and dirt.
• DO - Use blade guards at all times.
• DO - Keep hands out of path of saw blade.
• DO - Shut off power, disconnect cord from power source and wait for saw blade to stop before servicing
or adjusting tool.
• DO - Support long work with an outboard tool rest.
• DON’T - Attempt to operate on anything but designated voltage.
• DON’T - Operate unless all clamp handles are tight.
• DON’T - Use blades larger or smaller than those which are recommended.
• DON’T - Wedge anything against fan to hold motor shaft.
• DON’T - Force cutting action. (Stalling or partial stalling of motor can cause major damage. Allow motor
to reach full speed before cutting.)
• DON’T - Cut ferrous metals (Those with any iron or steel content) or any masonry.
• DON’T - Use abrasive wheels. The excessive heat and abrasive particles generated by them will damage
the saw.
• DON’T - Allow anyone to stand behind saw.
• DON’T - Apply lubricants to the blade when it’s running.
• DON’T - Place either hand in the blade area when the saw is connected to the power source.
• DON’T - Use blades rated less than 4800 R.P.M.
• DO NOT - Cut small pieces without clamping. Keep hands 150mm (6") or more from blade.
• DON’T - Operate saw without guards in place.
• DON’T - Perform any operation freehand.
• DON’T - Reach around or behind saw blade.
• DON’T - Place hands closer than 150mm (6") from the saw blade.
• DO NOT - Reach underneath the saw unless it is turned off and unplugged. The saw blade is exposed on
the underside of the saw.
• DO NOT - Move either hand from saw or workpiece or raise arm until blade has stopped.
• DO NOT - Use lubricants or cleaners (particularly spray or aerosol) in the vicinity of the plastic guard. The
polycarbonate material used in the guard is subject to attack by certain chemicals.
• Never use without kerf plate, and replace when kerf plate is damaged because small chip accumulation under
saw may interfere with saw blade or may cause instability of workpiece when cutting.
CAUTION:
Do not connect unit to electrical power source until complete instructions are read and understood.
CAUTION: Wear appropriate personal hearing protection during use.
Under some conditions and duration
of use, noise from this product may contribute to hearing loss.
