General Instructions For 230V Machines - Axminster 250mm Slide Mitre Saw User Manual

General Instructions for 230V Machines...

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Good Working Practices/Safety
The following suggestions will enable you to observe good working
practices, keep yourself and fellow workers safe and maintain your
tools and equipment in good working order.
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General Advice
If you are totally unfamiliar with the use of a power saw, please seek at least a minimum of
tuition and advice from an informed, qualified source. An amateur woodworker or hobbyist
just starting out is advised to undertake a short course on the use of woodworking machines
run by a professional woodworker. These are often offered by your local authority, as evening
classes., etc.
Primary Precautions
These tools are double insulated and supplied with a 13 Amp. plug and 2 core power cable.
Before using the tool inspect the cable and the plug to make sure that neither are damaged.
If any damage is visible have the tool inspected/repaired by a suitably qualified person. If it is
necessary to replace the plug, it is preferable to use an 'unbreakable' type that will resist
damage on site. Only use a 13 Amp plug, make sure the cable clamp is tightened securely.
Fuse at 13 Amp. It is also recommended that a switched power outlet is used. If extension
leads are to be used, carry out the same safety checks on them, and ensure that they are
correctly rated to safely supply the current that is required for your machine.
Work Place/Environment
Always carry the machine with the saw locked in the housed (down) position. Pre-mounting
the saw on a sub frame (a suitable piece of plywood/blockboard) with sufficient margin to
allow the whole to be clamped onto a stable work surface, increases the speed with which
the saw can be brought into operation. However the saw is mounted, make sure that it is
clamped/screwed down to a stable, flat surface before commencing operations.
The machine is designed for indoor use, do not use when or where it is liable to get wet. If
the machine is set up in the open, and it starts to rain (unusual though this would be in U.K.),
cover it up or move to a dry place. If the machine has gotten wet; dry it off as soon as
possible, with a cloth or paper towel. Do not use 230Va.c. powered machines anywhere
within the site area that is flooded or puddled, and do not trail extension cables across wet
areas. Keep the machine clean; it will enable you to more easily see any damage that may
have occurred. Clean the painted areas of the machine with a damp soapy cloth if needs be,
do not use any solvents or cleaners, as these may cause damage to any plastic parts or to
the electrical components.
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Make certain that you have fitted the correct saw blade for the job in hand.
Keep the work area as uncluttered as is practical, this includes personnel
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as well as material.
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WARNING!!
Mains Powered Tools
KEEP TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT OUT
OF THE REACH OF YOUNG CHILDREN