Craftsman evolv 320.31024 Operator's Manual page 18

To lessen the chance of kickback:
1. Keep the blade at the correct
depth setting. The depth
setting should not exceed 1/4
inch below the material being
cut (Fig. 7).
2. Inspect the workpiece for
knots or nails before cutting.
Never saw into a knot or nail.
4. Make straight cuts. Always
use a straight edge guide
(sold separately) when rip
cutting. This helps prevent
twisting of the blade.
5. Use clean, sharp and
properly set blades. Never
make cuts with dull blades.
6. Support the workpiece
properly before beginning a
cut (Fig. 8).
7. Use steady, even pressure
when making a cut. Never
force a cut.
8. Do not cut warped or
wet lumber.
9.
Fig. 7
Correct blade depth setting is 1/4-in.
maximum or less on underside
of workpiece
.................................... - ...... . ................. -- t
t-1/4-in.
Maximum
Fig. 8
Hold the saw firmly with both
hands and keep your body in
a balanced position so as to
Correct support
resist the forces if kickback
should occur.
_, WARNING: To avoid kickback, release the trigger switch immediately if
blade binds or saw stalls. Kickback could cause you to lose control of the saw.
Loss of control can lead to serious injury.
31024Manual Revised 11-0629 Page 18