Stanley STSM1510-B9 Manual page 7

• DON'T-Place either hand in the blade area when the
saw is connected to the power source.
• DON'T-Use blades rated less than 5500 R.P.M.
• DON'T-Attempt to cut small pieces (hand within 6" of
blade) without clamping.
• DON'T-Operate saw without guards in place.
• DON'T-Perform any operation freehand.
• DON'T-Reach around or behind saw blade.
• DON'T-Place hands closer than 6 inches from the saw
blade.
• DON'T-Reach underneath the saw unless it is turned off
and unplugged. The saw blade is exposed on the
underside of the saw.
• DON'T-Move either hand from saw or workpiece or raise
arm until blade has stopped.
• DON'T-Use without Kerf Plate or when kerf slot is wider
than 3/8"
• DON'T- Carry saw by work extension or other
accessory.
CAUTION: Some wood contains preservatives
such as copper chromium arsenate (CCA) which
can be toxic. When cutting these materials extra care should
be taken to avoid inhalation and minimize skin contact.
CAUTION: Use of this tool can generate dust
containing chemicals known to cause cancer, birth
defects or other reproductive harm. Use
appropriate respiratory protection.
CAUTION: Do not connect unit to electrical power
source until complete instructions are read and
understood.
For your convenience and safety, the following warning
labels are on your mitre saw.
ON MOTOR HOUSING:
WARNING: FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY, READ
INSTRUCTION MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING SAW.
WHEN SERVICING, USE ONLY IDENTICAL
REPLACEMENT PARTS. ALWAYS WEAR EYE
PROTECTION.
(Original instructions)
ON FENCE:
CLAMP SMALL PIECES BEFORE CUTTING. SEE
MANUAL.
ON GUARD:
DANGER – KEEP AWAY FROM BLADE.
ON GUARD RETAINER PLATE: "PROPERLY SECURE
BRACKET WITH BOTH SCREWS BEFORE USE."
ON TABLE: (2 PLACES)
ALWAYS TIGHTEN ADJUSTMENT KNOBS BEFORE USE.
KEEP HANDS 6" FROM PATH OF SAW BLADE. NEVER
PERFORM ANY OPERATION FREEHAND. NEVER CROSS
ARMS IN FRONT OF BLADE. THINK! YOU CAN PREVENT
ACCIDENTS. DO NOT OPERATE SAW WITHOUT
GUARDS IN PLACE. NEVER REACH IN BACK OF SAW
BLADE. ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION. SHUT OFF
POWER AND WAIT FOR BLADE TO STOP BEFORE
SERVICING, ADJUSTING TOOL, OR MOVING HANDS.
Electrical Connection
Be sure your power supply agrees with the nameplate
marking. A voltage decrease of 10 percent or more will
cause a loss of power and overheating. All B&D tools are
factory tested. If this tool does not operate, check the power
supply.
Familiarization
Place the saw on a smooth, flat surface such as a
workbench or strong table. Examine Figures 1 & 2 and refer
to the parts description to become familiar with the saw and
its various parts. The following section on adjustments will
refer to these terms and you must know what and where the
parts are. The part name is followed by the corresponding
part number Example - lock down pin (10). Press down
lightly on the operating handle and pull out the lock down pin
(10), as shown in Figure 3. Gently release the downward
pressure and allow the arm to rise to its full height. Use the
lock down pin when carrying the saw from one place to
another. Use the operating handle (1) to transport the saw or
the hand indentations (11) shown in Figure 2 after
unplugging.
ENGLISH
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