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11. Causes and Operator Prevention of Kickback: Kickback is a sudden reaction to a
pinched, bound, or misaligned saw blade, causing an uncontrolled saw to lift up and
out of the workpiece toward the operator. When the blade is pinched or bound tightly
by the kerf closing down, the blade stalls and the motor reaction drives the unit rapidly
back toward the operator.
If the blade becomes twisted or misaligned in the cut, the teeth at the back edge of the
blade can dig into the top surface of the wood causing the blade to climb out of the kerf
and jump back toward the operator. Kickback is the result of tool misuse and/or
incorrect operating procedures or conditions and can be avoided by taking proper
precautions as given below:
12. Maintain a firm grip on the saw and position your body and arm in a way that
allows you to resist kickback forces. Kickback forces can be controlled by the
operator, if proper precautions are taken.
13. When blade is binding, or when interrupting a cut for any reason, release the
trigger and hold the saw motionless in the material until the blade comes to a
complete stop. Never attempt to remove the saw from the work or pull the saw
backward while the blade is in motion or kickback may occur. Investigate and take
corrective actions to eliminate the cause of blade binding.
14. When restarting a saw in the workpiece, center the saw blade in the kerf and
check that teeth are not engaged into the material. If saw blade is binding, it may
walk up or kickback from the workpiece as the saw is restarted.
15. Support large panels to minimize the risk of blade pinching and kickback. Large
panels tend to sag under their own weight. Supports must be placed under the panel
on both sides, near the line of cut and near the edge of the panel.
16. Do not use dull or damaged blade. Unsharpened or improperly set blades produce
narrow kerf causing excessive friction, blade binding, and kickback.
17. Blade depth and bevel adjusting locking levers must be tight and secure before
making cut. If blade adjustment shifts while cutting, it will cause binding and kickback.
18. Use extra caution when making a “Pocket Cut” into existing walls or other blind
areas. The protruding blade may cut objects that can cause kickback.
19. Maintain labels and nameplates on the Circular Saw. These carry important
information. If unreadable or missing, contact Harbor Freight Tools for a replacement.
20. Always wear ANSI-approved safety impact eye goggles and heavy work gloves
when using the Circular Saw. Using personal safety devices reduce the risk for
injury. Safety impact eye goggles and heavy work gloves are available from Harbor
Freight Tools.
21. Maintain a safe working environment. Keep the work area well lit. Make sure there
is adequate surrounding workspace. Always keep the work area free of obstructions,
grease, oil, trash, and other debris. Do not use a power tool in areas near flammable
chemicals, dusts, and vapors. Do not use this product in a damp or wet location.
22. Avoid unintentional starting. Make sure you are prepared to begin work before
turning on the Circular Saw.