I. IMPORTANT:DO NOT USE THIN KERF BLADES.
They can deflect and contact the blade guard and
cause possible in]ury to the operator.
2. DO NOT operate the miter saw until it is completely
assembled and installed according to these
instructions.
3. IF YOU ARE NOT thoroughly familiar with the
operation of miter saws, seek guidance from your
supervisor, instructor or other qualified person.
4. ALWAYS hold the work firmly against the fence and
table. DO NOT perform any operation freehand (use
clamp wherever possible).
5.
KEEP HANDS out of the path of the saw blade. If
the workpiece you are cutting would cause your
hands to be within 7-1/2 in. of the saw blade, the
workpiece should be clamped in place before
making the cut.
6. MAKE SURE the blade is sharp, runs freely and is
free of vibration.
7. ALLOW the motor to come up to full speed before
starting a out.
8. KEEP THE MOTOR AIR SLOTS CLEAN and free
of chips or dust.
9. ALWAYS MAKE SURE all handles are tight before
cutting, even if the table is positioned in one of the
positive stops.
I 0. MAKE SURE both the blade and the collar are clean
and the arbor bolt is tightened securely=
11. USE only blade collars specified for your saw.
12. NEVER use blades larger than I 0 in. in diameter.
13. NEVER apply lubricants to the blade when the saw
is running.
14. ALWAYS check the blade for cracks or damage
before operation. Replace a cracked or damaged
blade immediately.
15. NEVER use blades recommended for operation at
less than 4800 rpm
16. ALWAYS keep the blade guards in place and use at
all times.
! 7. NEVER reach around the saw blade=
18. MAKE SURE the blade is not in contact with the
workpiece before the switch is turned ON.
I9. iMPORTANT: ,After completing a cut, release the
trigger switch and wait for the blade to stop before
returning the saw to the raised position.
20.
MAKE SURE the blade has come to a complete
stop before removing or securing the workpiece,
changing the workpiece angle or changing the angle
of the blade.
21. NEVER cut metals or masonry products with this
tool. This miter saw is designed for use on wood
and wood=like products.
22. NEVER cut small pieces. If the workpiece being cut
would cause your hand or fingers to be within 7-1/2
in. of the saw blade, the workpiece is too small.
23. PROVIDE adequate support to the sides of the saw
table for long workpieces.
24. NEVER use the miter saw in areas with flammable
liquids or gases.
25. NEVER use solvents to clean plastic parts. Solvents
could possibly dissolve or otherwise damage the
material.
26. SHUT OFF the power before servicing or adjusting
the tool.
27. DISCONNECT the saw from the power source and
clean the machine when finished using.
28. MAKE SURE the work area is clean before leaving
the machine.
29. SHOULD any part of your miter sat,, become
missing, damaged, fail in any way or any electrical
component fail to perform properly, shut off the
switch and remove the plug from the power supply
outlet. Replace missing, damaged or failed parts
before resuming operation.
[,_ WARNING J
POWER SUPPLY AND MOTOR SPECIFICATIONS
The AC motor used in this saw is a universal,
nonreversible type. See "MOTOR" in the "PRODUCT
SPECIFICATIONS" section on page 2.
To avoid electrical hazards, fire hazards or damage to
the tool, use proper circuit protection. Your saw is wired
at the factory for 120 V operation. Connect to a 120 V
circuit. This circuit must not be less than a #I 2 wire with
a 20 A time-lag fuse or a #14 wire with a 15 A time-lag
fuse. To avoid shock or fire, if power cord is worn or cut,
or damaged in any way, have it replaced immediately.
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