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12
Starting the Saw
Important: The efficient operation of the cut-off
saw is dependent upon the condition of the saw
blade. If the performance of the saw begins to
deteriorate, the first item that you should check
is the blade.
If a new blade does not restore the machine’s
cutting accuracy and quality, refer to the
troubleshooting guide (or the blade manufac-
turer’s guide) for conditions to consider and
adjustments that can be made to increase the
life of the blade.
To change the blade, refer to the Changing
Blades section on page 18.
Never operate the saw
without blade covers in place.
Make sure the blade is not in
contact with the workpiece when the motor
is started. Do not drop the saw head on the
workpiece or force the saw through the
workpiece.
To start the saw:
1. Clamp the workpiece in the vise. Refer to
Figure 11 for examples of workpieces in the
vise.
Be sure the blade is not in contact with the
workpiece when the motor is started.
2. Start the motor and allow the saw to come
up to speed.
3. Slowly set the saw down onto the workpiece
and adjust cutting speed with the feed
control knob (described on page 9).
4. Do not drop the saw head or force the
cut. Let the weight of the saw head provide
the cutting force.
5. The saw will automatically shut off at the
end of the cut.
Hexagonals
Flats/Strips
Squares/Rectangles
Channels
Knock off sharp edge
here with file
Knock off sharp edge
here with file
Rounds
Angles
I-Beams
Tees
Figure 11