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SERVICE SAFETY
t. If any part of thts saw Is missing or should break, bend, or fall in any way; or
should any electrical component fail to perform properly: ALWAYS shutoff the
power swttchand remove the saw plug from the power source and have the missing,
damaged or failed parts replaced BEFORE resuming operation.
2. Tool service must be performed only at a Sears Parts and Repalr Center.
Service or maintenance performed byunqualified personnel couldresult in a risk of
injury..
SAFETY RULES FOR SAWS
1. ALWAYS keep your body positioned to either side of the saw blades, but not
In Linewith the saw blades.
2, DO NOT reach underneath the work, The guard cannotprotect youfrom the
blades beneath the work.
3_ ALWAYS check guard for proper closing BEFORE each use. DO NOT operate
the saw if the guard does not move freely and close instantly, Never clamp or
tie the blade guard in the open position, it the saw Is accidentallydropped, the
guard may be bent, Raise the guardand make sure that it moves freely anddoes
nottouch the bladesor any other parL
4. ALWAYS check the operation and condition of the guard spring° If the guard
and the spring are not operating properly, they MUST be serviced before use°
The blade guard may operate sluggishly,due todamaged parts, gummydeposits,
or a butldup of debris.
5_ The guard should be retracted manually ONLY for making special cuts, such
as pocket or compound cuts° ALWAYS raise the guard by retracting the
handle. As soon as the blade enters the material, the guard MUST be
released. For all other sawing,the guard should operate automatically°
6. ALWAYS make sure that the guard is covering the blades BEFORE placing the
saw down on awork bench or floor, An unprotected movingblades willcause the
saw towalk backwards, cuttingwhatever is in its path. Make note ofthe time ittakes
for the blades to stop spinning after the switch isreleased.
7. NEVER hold the piece being cut in your hands or across your legs. It is
Important to supportthe work properly _norder to minimize body exposure, blade
binding, or loss ofcontrol,
8. ALWAYS hold tool by insulated gripping surfaces when performing an
operation where the cutting tool may contact hidden wiring or its own cord.
Contact with a 'live" wire wiltmake the exposed metal parts ofthe tool"live" and
shock the operator.
9. DO NOT leave the saw running when carrying it In your hand.The lower blade
guard may be opened by contact with your clothing. AccidentaF contactwith the
spinningsaw blades couldresult inserious personal injury
10. DO NOT use the tool if the switch does not turn "On" or"Off". Any tool that
cannot be controlledwith the switchisdangerous and must be repaired°
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