Makita 5090D Instruction Manual page 7

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Guard Against Kickback. Kickback occurs when the saw stalls rapidly and is
driven back towards the operator. Release switch immediately if blade binds or
saw stalls. Keep blades sharp. Support large panels as shown in Fig. 1. Use
fence or straight edge guide when ripping.
Do not
force tool. Stay alert
exercise control. Do not remove saw from work during a cut while the blade is
moving.
NEVER place your hand or
fingers behind the saw. If
kickback occurs, the saw could
easily jump backwards over
your hand, possibly causing
severe injury (see Fig. 3).
Fig. 3
Lower Guard. Raise lower guard with the retracting handle.
Adjustments. Before cutting be sure depth and bevel adjustments are
tight.
Use Only Correct Blades In Mounting. Do not use blades with incorrect size
holes. Never use defective or incorrect blade washers or bolts.
Avoid Cutting Nails. Inspect for, and remove, all nails from lumber before
cutting.
Operate with proper hand
support and proper workpiece
support (see Fig. 4).
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A typical illustration of proper hand
support and workpiece support.
Fig. 4
WARNING:
It
is important to support the workpiece properly and to hold the saw firmly to
prevent loss of control which could cause personal injury. Fig.
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illustrates
typical hand support of the saw.
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