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HS62A CUT-OFF SAW — OPERATION & PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (10/20/06) — PAGE 9
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ALWAYS wear proper respiratory (mask), hearing and eye
protection equipment when operating the saw.
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ALWAYS hold the saw with both hands when the engine is
running. Use a firm grip with thumbs and fingers encircling
the handles.
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ALWAYS keep all parts of the body away from the cutting-off
blades when the engine is running.
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ALWAYS keep the handles dry, clean and free of oil or fuel.
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ALWAYS carry the saw with the engine stopped and the
muffler away from the body.
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ALWAYS instruct bystanders on where to stand while the
saw is in operation.
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ALWAYS clear the work area of unnecessary people.
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NEVER allow anyone to stand in front of or behind the blade
while the engine is running.
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ALWAYS make sure the blade is not contacting any objects
before starting the engine.
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ALWAYS check for buried electrical cables before sawing. If
unsure, contact the local utilities.
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ALWAYS have all service and maintenance performed by
competent trained service personnel.
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ALWAYS clean the saw after each day’s use.
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ALWAYS have a copy of this manual at the job site.
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ALWAYS
stop
the engine before servicing, adding fuel and
oil.
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ALWAYS service air cleaner frequently to prevent carburetor
malfunction.
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ALWAYS keep clear of
rotating
or
moving parts
while the
saw is in operation.
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ALWAYS maintain this saw in a
safe
operating condition at
all times
.
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ALWAYS keep any inexperienced and unauthorized people
away from the saw at all times.
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ALWAYS store saw properly when it is not being used.
Equipment should be stored in a clean, dry location out of
the reach of children.
General Safety
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ALWAYS read, understand, and
follow procedures in Operator's
Manual before attempting to operate
this equipment.
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ALWAYS be sure the operator is familiar with proper safety
precautions and operating techniques before using the saw.
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ALWAYS inspect the blade, flanges and shafts for damage
before installing the blade.
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ALWAYS use high-speed, reinforced, abrasive blades - 1/8"
(3.17 mm) thick (minimum) or high-speed, diamond blades
specifically rated with a maximum operating speed of at least
5,400 RPM on 14" (350 mm) or 6,200 RPM on 12" (300 mm).
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ALWAYS use high-speed reinforced, abrasive blades or
high-speed, diamond blades marked with a 1" (25.4 mm)
hole for a 1" (25.4 mm) flange, or a 20 mm hole for a 20 mm
flange.
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ALWAYS use abrasive blades or high-speed diamond blades
marked for use with gasoline-powered, hand-held, portable,
abrasive cutting-off saws.
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ALWAYS read all safety materials and instructions that
accompany any blade used with this saw.
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ALWAYS inspect each blade carefully before using it. If there
are any signs of damage or unusual wear, DO NOT USE
THE BLADE.
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ALWAYS verify the blade arbor hole matches the saw's
spindle before mounting the blade.
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ALWAYS mount the blade
solidly
and
firmly
. Wrench tighten
the arbor nut.
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ALWAYS make sure the blade and flanges are clean and
free of dirt and debris before mounting the blade on the saw.
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ALWAYS use the correct blade for the type of work being
done. Check with blade manufacturer if you do not know if
blade is correct for desired application.
HS62A CUT-OFF SAW — RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION
NOTE
This saw is designed for certain
applications only. DO NOT use or
modify this saw for any application
other than for which it was designed.