Craftsman 315.212010 Operator's Manual page 4

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NEVER USE IN AN EXPLOSIVE ATMOSPHERE. Nor-
mal sparking of the motor could ignite fumes.
INSPECT TOOL CORDS PERIODICALLY. If damaged,
have repaired by a qualified service technician at an
authorized service facility. The conductor with insula-
tion having an outer surface that is green with or with-
out yellow stripes is the equipment-grounding conduc-
tor. If repair or replacement of the electric cord or plug
is necessary, do not connect the equipment-grounding
conductor to a live terminal. Repair or replace a dam-
aged or worn cord immediately. Stay constantly aware
of cord location and keep it well away from the rotating
blade.
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INSPECT EXTENSION CORDS PERIODICALLY and
replace if damaged.
POLARIZED PLUGS. To reduce the risk of electric
shock, this tool has a polarized plug (one blade is
wider than the other). This plug will fit in a polarized
outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the
outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a
qualified electrician to install the proper outlet. Do not
change the plug in any way.
KEEP TOOL DRY, CLEAN, AND FREE FROM OIL
AND GREASE. Always use a clean cloth when clean-
ing. Never use brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum-based
products, or any solvents to clean tool.
[] STAY ALERT AND EXERCISE CONTROL. Watch
what you are doing and use common sense. Do not
operate tool when you are tired. Do not rush.
[] DO NOT USE TOOL IF SWITCH DOES NOT TURN IT
ON AND OFF. Have defective switches replaced by an
authorized service center.
[] USE ONLY CORRECT BLADES. Do not use blades
with incorrect size holes. Never use blade washers or
blade bolts that are defective or incorrect. The maxi-
mum blade capacity of the saw is 10 in.
[] BEFORE MAKING A CUT, BE SURE ALL ADJUST=
MENTS ARE SECURE.
[] BE SURE BLADE PATH iS FREE OF NAILS. Inspect
for and remove all nails from lumber before cutting.
[] NEVER TOUCH BLADE or other moving parts during
use.
[] NEVER START A TOOL WHEN ANY ROTATING
COMPONENT iS iN CONTACT WiTH THE
WORKPIECE.
[] DO NOT OPERATE A TOOL WHILE UNDER THE
INFLUENCE OF DRUGS, ALCOHOL, OR ANY
MEDiCATiON.
[] WHEN SERVICING use only identical replacement
parts. Use of any other parts may create a hazard or
cause product damage.
[] USE ONLY RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES listed
in this manual or addendums. Use of accessories
that are not listed may cause the risk of personal
injury. Instructions for safe use of accessories are
included with the accessory.
[] DOUBLE CHECK ALL SETUPS. Make sure blade is
tight and not making contact with saw or workpiece
before connecting to power supply.
[] FIRMLY CLAMP OR BOLT the tool to a workbench or
table at approximately hip height.
[] KEEP HANDS AWAY FROM CUTTING AREA. Do not
reach underneath work or in blade cutting path with your
hands and fingers for any reason. Always turn the power off.
[] ALWAYS SUPPORT LONG WORKPIECES while cut-
ting to minimize risk of blade pinching and kickback.
Saw may slip, walk, or slide while cutting long or heavy
boards.
[] ALWAYS USE A CLAMP to secure the workpiece
when possible.
[] BE SURE THE BLADE CLEARS THE WORKPIECE.
Never start the saw with the blade touching the
workpiece. Allow motor to come up to full speed be-
fore starting cut.
[] MAKE SURE THE MITER TABLE AND SAW ARM
BEVEL FUNCTION} ARE LOCKED iN POSiTiON
BEFORE OPERATING YOUR SAW. Lock the miter table
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by securely tightening the miter lock lever. Lock the saw
arm (bevel function) by securely tightening the bevel
lock lever.
USE THIS SAW TO CUT WOOD, WOOD PRODUCTS,
AND SOME PLASTICS ONLY. DO NOT CUT METALS,
CERAMICS OR MASONRY PRODUCTS.
[] BEFORE MOVING THE SAW, unplug the saw then
lock the miter, bevel, slide, and power head positions.
[] NEVER USE A LENGTH STOP ON THE FREE SCRAP
END OF A CLAMPED WORKPIECE. NEVER hold
onto or bind the free scrap end of the workpiece in any
operation. If a work clamp and length stop are used
together, they must both be installed on the same side
of the saw table to prevent the saw from catching the
loose end and kicking up.
[] NEVER cut more than one piece at a time. DO NOT
STACK more than one workpiece on the saw table at a
time.