Compound Miter Saw Safety; Electrical Requirements; Power Supply And Motor Specifications; Specific Safety Instructions - Craftsman 137.212540 Operator's Manual

SPECIFIC SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR THIS
COMPOUND MITER SAW
1. USE ONLY CROSS-CUTTING SAW BLADES. When
using carbide tipped blades, make sure they have a
negative hook angle.
IMPORTANT: DO NOT USE THIN KERF BLADES-
they can deflect and contact guard and can cause
possible injury to the operator.
2. DO NOT operate the miter saw until it is completely
assembled and installed according to these
instructions.
3. IF YOU ARE NOT thoroughly familiar with the operation
of miter saws, seek guidance from your supervisor,
instructor, or other qualified person.
4. ALWAYS hold the work firmly against the fence and
table. DO NOT perform any operation free hand (use
clamp wherever possible).
5. KEEP HANDS out of the path of the saw blade. If the
workpiece you are cutting would cause your hands to
be within 7-1/4" inches of the saw blade, the workpiece
should be clamped in place before making the cut.
6. BE SURE the blade is sharp, runs freely, and is free of
vibration.
7. ALLOW the motor to come up to full speed before
starting a cut.
8. KEEP THE MOTOR AIR SLOTS CLEAN and free of
chips or dust.
9. ALWAYS MAKE SURE all handles are tight before
cutting, even if the table is positioned in one of the
positive stops.
10.BE SURE both the blade and the collar are clean and
the arbor bolt is tightened securely.
11.USE only blade collars specified for your saw.
12. NEVER use blades larger or smaller in diameter than
10-inches.
13. NEVER apply lubricants to the blade when it is
running.
14. ALWAYS check the blade for cracks or damage before
operation. Replace a cracked or damaged blade
immediately.
15. NEVER use blades recommended for operation at less
than 4800 RPM.
16.ALWAYS keep the blade guards in place and use at all
times.
17.NEVER reach around the saw blade.
18.MAKE SURE the blade is not contacting the workpiece
before the switch is turned ON.
19.IMPORTANT: After completing the cut, release the
power switch and wait for the blade to stop before
returning the saw to the raised position.
20.MAKE SURE the blade has come to a complete stop
before removing or securing the workpiece, changing
the workpiece angle, or changing the angle of the
blade.
21 .NEVER cut metals or masonry products with this tool.
This miter saw is designed for use on wood and
wood-like products.
22.NEVER cut small pieces. If the workpiece being cut
would cause your hand or fingers to be within 7-1/4"
inches of the saw blade the workpiece is too small.
23.PROVIDE adequate support to the sides of the saw
table for long work pieces.
24.NEVER use the miter saw in an area with flammable
liquids or gases.
25.NEVER use solvents to clean plastic parts. Solvents
could possibly dissolve or otherwise damage the
material.
26.SHUT OFF the power before servicing or adjusting the
tool.
27.DISCONNECT the saw from the power source and
clean the machine when finished using.
28.MAKE SURE the work area is clean before leaving the
machine.
29.SHOULD any part of your miter saw be missing,
damaged, or fail in any way, or any electrical
component fail to perform properly, shut off the switch
and remove the plug from the power supply outlet.
Replace missing, damaged, or failed parts before
resuming operation.
POWER SUPPLY AND MOTOR SPECIFICATIONS
The AC motor used in this saw is a universal,
nonreversible type. See "MOTOR" in the "PRODUCT
SPECIFICATIONS" section on page 2.
To avoid electrical hazards, fire hazards, or damage to the
tool, use proper circuit protection. Your saw is wired at the
factory for 120V operation. Connect to a 120V, 15 Amp
circuit and use a 15 amp. time delay fuse or circuit breaker.
To avoid shock or fire, if power cord is worn or cut, or
damaged in any way, have it replaced immediately.