Before Using; Safety Instructions Operation - Craftsman 137.212150 Operator's Manual

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR BASIC SAW
OPERATION
BEFORE USING THE MITER SAW
To avoid mistakes that could cause serious, permanent
injury, do not plug the tool in until the following steps
are completed:
• Completely assemble and adjust the saw, following
the instructions. (ASSEMBLY AND
ADJUSTMENTS)
• Learn the use and function of the ON/OFF switch,
lock-off switch, upper and lower blade guards, stop
latch, bevel lock handle, and cover plate screws.
• Review and understand all safety instructions and
operating procedures in this Operator's Manual.
(SAFETY & OPERATIONS)
• Review the MAINTENANCE and
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE for your miter saw.
• 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.
• Disconnect the miter saw. To avoid injury from
accidental starting, unplug the saw before any
adjustments, including set-up and blade changes.
• 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.
• Tighten the arbor bolt.
• Tighten the cover plate screw.
• Check for damaged parts. Check for:
• Alignment of moving parts
• Damaged electric cords
• Binding of moving parts
• Mounting holes
• 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
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE for
adjustment.
• Other conditions that may affect the way the
miter saw works.
• 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.
Replace damaged, missing, or defective parts
before using the saw again.
Maintain tools with care. Keep the miter saw clean
for best and safest performance. Follow
instructions for lubricating. Don't put lubricants on
the blade while it's spinning.
Remove all adjusting wrenches from the tool
before turning it on.
USE ONLY RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES
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.
• Choose the correct 12 inches diameter blade for
the material and the type of cutting you plan to do.
Do not use Thin Kerf blades,
• Make sure the blade is sharp, undamaged and
properly aligned.
• Make sure the blade and arbor collars are clean.
• 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.
To avoid burns or other fire damage, never use the
miter saw near flammable liquids, vapors, or gases.
• Plan ahead to protect your eyes, hands, face
and ears.
• 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, don't do layout, assembly, or setup work on the
miter saw.
• Avoid accidental starting
Make sure the switch is OFF before plugging the
miter saw into a power outlet.
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