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CUT SAW OPERATION (cont.)
Cutting procedure
The saw blade does most of its cutting as it travels towards the operator.
This can cause splintering on the top surface of the work piece.
Therefore, if possible, position yourself or the work piece so that the desired “good”
side of the work piece is facing away from you.
When you have finished cutting, release the ON/OFF trigger switch (3) to stop the saw.
During operation, always press the front shoe (2) firmly against the work piece. If the
front shoe (2) is held away from the work piece during operation, strong vibration
and/or kickback may occur, causing the blade to snap and creating danger for the
operator and others in the vicinity.
To achieve a secure hold of the saw during operation always use both hands to grip
the hand grip (13) and the rear handle (14) at the same time.
General cutting
Clamp your work piece if it is portable.
Press the front shoe (2) firmly against the work piece
without allowing the blade to make contact. (See Fig. 9)
Slide down the lock off button (4) then depressing the
ON/OFF trigger switch (3) to start the cut saw.
Gently apply downward force to begin cutting. Use a
rocking motion of the Cut saw to assist in the cutting of
the material.
Exert enough pressure in the direction of the cut to keep the blade cutting, and
enough forward pressure to keep the front shoe (2) pressed firmly against the work
piece at all times.
Do not force the cut or stall the cut saw.
Do not bend or twist the blade. Let the tool and the blade do the work. In general,
coarser blades are for wood, plastics, and composites, and finer blades are for cutting
metal. Chattering or vibration may indicate you need a finer blade or higher speed. If
the blade overheats or clogs, it may indicate you need a coarser blade or slower
speed setting.
Replace blades when they become dull. Dull blades will produce poor results and may
overheat the saw.
Metal cutting
Blades specifically designated for cutting metals must be used for this purpose. You
may use a light oil as a coolant when cutting metal; this will prevent overheating of
the blade, help the blade cut faster, and promote longer blade life.
Fig. 9
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