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SAFETY
iNSTRUCTiONS
FOR BASIC
SAW
OPERATION
BEFORE USING THE MITER SAW
[_, WARNING]
To avoid mistakes
that could cause serious,
permanent injury, do not plug the tool in until the
following
steps are completed:
o
Completely assemble and adjust the saw,
following the instructions. (ASSEMBLY AND
ADJUSTMENTS)
o
Learn the use and function of the ON/OFF switch,
lock-off switch, upper and lower blade guards,
hold down latch, bevel lock handle and cover plate
screws.
o
Review and understand all safety instructions and
operating procedures in this Operator's Manual.
(SAFETY & OPERATIONS)
o
Review the MAINTENANCE
and
TROUBLESHOOTING
GUIDE for your miter saw.
o
To avoid injury or possible death from electrical
shock:
Make sure your fingers do not touch the plug's metal
prongs when plugging or unplugging your miter saw.
(ELECTRICAL
REQUIREMENTS
AND SAFETY)
BEFORE EACH USE iNSPECT YOUR SAW.
o
Disconnect
the miter saw. To avoid injury from
accidental starting, unplug the saw before any
adjustments, including set-up and blade changes.
o
Compare the direction
of rotation arrow on the
guard to the direction arrow on the blade. The blade
teeth should always point downward at the front of
the saw.
o
Tighten the arbor bolt.
o
Tighten the cover plate screw.
o
Check for damaged
parts. Check for:
o Alignment of moving parts
o Damaged electric cords
o Binding of moving parts
o Mounting holes
o Function of arm return spring and lower guard:
Push the cutting arm all the way down, then let
it rise until it stops. The lower guard should fully
close. Follow instructions in TROUBLE=
SHOOTING GUIDE for adjustment if necessary.
o Other conditions that may affect the way the
miter saw works.
o
Keep all guards in place, in working order and
proper adjustment. If any part of this miter saw is
missing, bent, damaged or broken in any way, or
any electrical parts don't work, turn the saw off and
unplug it.
o
Replace bent, damaged, missing or defective parts
before using the saw again.
o
Maintain tools with care. Keep the miter saw clean
for best and safest performance. Follow instructions
for lubricating. Do not put lubricants on the blade
while it is spinning.
o
Remove adjusting wrench from the tool before
turning it on.
o
To avoid injury from jams, slips, or thrown pieces,
use only recommended
accessories.
RECOMMENDED
ACCESSORIES
o
Consult the ACCESSORIES
and ATTACHMENTS
section of this Operators Manual for recommended
accessories. Follow the instructions that come with
the accessory. The use of improper accessories
may cause risk of injury to persons.
o
Choose the correct 12 in. diameter blade for the
material and the type of cutting you plan to do.
o
Make sure the blade is sharp, undamaged and
properly aligned. With the saw unplugged, push
the cutting arm all the way down. Manually spin the
blade and check for clearance. Tilt the power-head
to a 45 ° bevel and repeat the test.
o
Make sure the blade and arbor collars are clean.
o
Make sure all clamps and locks are tight and there
is no excessive play in any parts.
KEEP YOUR WORK AREA CLEAN
Cluttered areas and benches invite accidents.
I_,
WARNING]
To avoid burns or other fire damage, never use the
miter saw near flammable
liquids, vapors,
or gases.
o
Plan ahead to protect your eyes, hands, face and
ears.
o
Know your miter saw. Read and understand the
Operator's Manual and labels affixed to the tool.
Learn its application and limitations as well as the
specific potential hazards peculiar to this tool. To
avoid injury from accidental contact with moving
parts, do not do layout, assembly, or setup work on
the miter saw while any parts are moving.
o
Avoid accidental starting, make sure the trigger
switch is disengaged before plugging the miter saw
into a power outlet.
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