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SAFETY
GENERAL
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Before putting into use, fault loop impedance and suitability of over current protective devices need
to be approved according to your safety standards.
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Read through the entire operating instructions before putting into operation.
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In addition to the safety requirements contained in these operating instructions, you must be careful
to observe your country
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s applicable regulations.
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The operating instructions must always be near the machine put them in a plastic folder to protect
them from dirt and humidity. They must be read by every operator before beginning work and
observed conscientiously. Only persons who have been trained in the use of the machine and have
been informed of the various dangers may work with the machine. The required minimum age must
be observed.
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In addition to the safety requirements contained in these operating instructions and your country
’
s
applicable regulations, you should observe the generally recognized technical rules concerning the
operation of woodworking machines.
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The machine must only be used in technically perfect condition in accordance with its designated
use and the instructions set out in the operating manual, and only by safety-conscious persons who
are fully aware of the risk is involved in operating the machine. Any functional disorders, especially
those affecting the safety of the machine; should therefore be rectified immediately.
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Observe all safety instructions and warnings attached to the machine.
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See to it that safety instructions and warnings attached to the machine are always complete and
perfectly legible.
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Caution when working, There is a danger to fingers and hands from rotating cutting tools.
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Make sure that machine stand is stable on firm ground.
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Check all power supply lines. Do not use defective lines.
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Keep children away from the machine when it is connected to the power supply.
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Operating personnel must be at least 18 years of age.
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Persons working on the machine must not be distracted from their work
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The machine must be equipped with a table length extension if second person is working at the
circular saw removing cut work pieces. The second person must not stand anywhere else but at the
take-off table end.
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The working space on the machine must be free of chips and wood scrap.
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Wear only close-fitting clothes. Remove rings, bracelets and other jewelry.
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Always wear a dust mask, safety goggles and hearing protection when operating the machine..
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The work area should be properly lit.
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Pay attention to the rotational direction of the motor - see Electrical Connection.
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The safety mechanisms on the machine must not be removed or rendered unusable.
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Cleaning, changing, calibrating, and setting of the machine must only be carried out when the motor
is switched off and the machine is disconnected from its power source. Remove power supply plug
from socket and wait for the rotating blade to completely stop.
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Pay attention to the hazard of cutting when handling saw blades, grooving tools feeding wood into
the machine or conducting maintenance.
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Never try removing chips whilst the saw blade is running and the saw blade is not in the rest
position.
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Never try using the machine unless all of the guards and other safety devices necessary for safety
are in good working order.
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Switch the machine off and remove power supply plug from socket when rectifying any
malfunctions.
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When working on the machine, all safety mechanisms and covers must be mounted.
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Use only sharpened, nick-free and non-deformed saw blades.
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