Additional Safety Rules For Table Saws - DeWalt DWE7470 Instruction Manual

• REDUCE THE RISK OF UNINTENTIONAL STARTING. Make sure that the switch is in
the "OFF" position before plugging in the power cord. In the event of a power failure, move
the switch to the "OFF" position. An accidental start-up can cause injury.
• USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. Use only accessories that are recommended
by the manufacturer for your model. Accessories that may be suitable for one tool may be
hazardous when used on another tool. Consult the instruction manual for recommended
accessories. The use of improper accessories may cause risk of injury to persons.
• NEVER STAND ON TOOL. Serious injury could occur if the tool is tipped or if the cutting
tool is unintentionally contacted.
• CHECK FOR DAMAGED PARTS. Before further use of the tool, a guard or other part
that is damaged should be carefully checked to determine that it will operate properly and
perform its intended function—check for alignment of moving parts, binding of moving
parts, breakage of parts, mounting and any other conditions that may affect its operation.
A guard or other part that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced. Do not use
tool if switch does not turn it on and off. Damaged parts can cause further damage to the
machine and/or personal injury.
• DIRECTION OF FEED. Feed work into a blade or cutter against the direction of rotation
of the blade or cutter only.
• NEVER LEAVE TOOL RUNNING UNATTENDED. TURN POWER OFF. Don't leave
tool until it comes to a complete stop. Serious injury can result.
• DO NOT OPERATE ELECTRIC TOOLS NEAR FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS OR IN
GASEOUS OR EXPLOSIVE ATMOSPHERES. Motors and switches in these tools may
spark and ignite fumes.
• STAY ALERT, WATCH WHAT YOU ARE DOING, AND USE COMMON SENSE. DO
NOT USE THE MACHINE WHEN YOU ARE TIRED OR UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF
DRUGS, ALCOHOL, OR MEDICATION. A moment of inattention while operating power
tools may result in serious injury.
• DO NOT ALLOW FAMILIARITY (gained from frequent use of your saw) TO
REPLACE SAFETY RULES. Always remember that a careless fraction of a second is
sufficient to inflict severe injury.

Additional Safety Rules for Table Saws

WARNING: ALWAYS USE SAFETY GLASSES. Everyday eyeglasses are NOT safety
glasses. Also use face or dust mask if cutting operation is dusty. All users and bystanders
MUST ALWAYS wear certified safety equipment:
• ANSI Z87.1 eye protection (CAN/CSA Z94.3),
• ANSI S12.6 (S3.19) hearing protection,
• NIOSH/OSHA/MSHA respiratory protection.
WARNING: Do not expose to rain or use in damp locations.
• AVOID AWKWARD POSITIONS, where a sudden slip could cause a hand to move into
a saw blade.
• NEVER REACH IN BACK OF, OR AROUND, THE CUTTING TOOL with either hand to
hold down the workpiece.
• KEEP ARMS, HANDS AND FINGERS AWAY from the blade to prevent serious injury.
• USE A PUSH STICK THAT IS APPROPRIATE TO THE APPLICATION TO PUSH
WORKPIECES THROUGH THE SAW. A push stick is a wooden or plastic stick, usually
homemade, that should be used whenever the size or shape of the workpiece would cause
you to place your hands within 6" (152 mm) of the blade.
• USE HOLD-DOWNS, JIGS, FIXTURES OR FEATHER BOARDS TO HELP GUIDE
AND CONTROL THE WORKPIECE. Accessories for use with your tool are available at
extra cost from your local dealer or authorized service center. Instructions for making a
push stick, a narrow rip auxiliary fence, a push block and feather boards are included in this
manual.
• DO NOT PERFORM RIPPING, CROSSCUTTING OR ANY OTHER OPERATION
FREEHAND.
• NEVER reach around or over saw blade.
• STABILITY. Make sure the table saw is firmly mounted to a secure surface before use and
does not move.
• NEVER CUT METALS, CEMENT BOARD OR MASONRY. Certain man-made
materials have special instructions for cutting on table saws. Follow the manufacturer's
recommendations at all times. Damage to the saw and personal injury may result.
• THE PROPER THROAT PLATE MUST BE LOCKED IN PLACE AT ALL TIMES to
reduce the risk of a thrown workpiece and possible injury.
• USE THE CORRECT SAW BLADE FOR THE INTENDED OPERATION. The blade
must rotate toward the front of the saw. Always tighten the blade arbor nut securely. Before
use, inspect the blade for cracks or missing teeth. Do not use a damaged or dull blade.
• NEVER ATTEMPT TO FREE A STALLED SAW BLADE WITHOUT FIRST TURNING
THE MACHINE OFF AND DISCONNECTING THE SAW FROM THE POWER
SOURCE. If a workpiece or cut-off piece becomes trapped inside the blade guard
assembly, turn saw off and wait for blade to stop before lifting the blade guard assembly
and removing the piece.
• NEVER START THE MACHINE with the workpiece against the blade to reduce the risk
of a thrown workpiece and personal injury.
• NEVER have any part of your body in line with the path of the saw blade. Personal
injury may occur.
• NEVER PERFORM LAYOUT, ASSEMBLY OR SET-UP WORK on the table/work area
when the machine is running. A sudden slip could cause a hand to move into the blade.
Severe injury can result.
• CLEAN THE TABLE/WORK AREA BEFORE LEAVING THE MACHINE. Lock
the switch in the "OFF" position and disconnect from the power source to prevent
unauthorized use.
• DO NOT leave a long board (or other workpiece) unsupported so the spring of the
board causes it to shift on the table resulting in loss of control and possible injury.
Provide proper support for the workpiece, based on its size and the type of operation to be
performed. Hold the work firmly against the fence and down against the table surface.
• IF YOUR SAW makes an unfamiliar noise or if it vibrates excessively, cease operating
immediately, turn unit off and disconnect from power source until the problem has been
located and corrected. Contact a D
service center or other qualified service personnel if the problem can not be found.
• KEEP OUT of the line of saw blade. Stand to the side whenever possible.
• USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. The use of improper accessories may cause
risk of personal injury.
• DO NOT OPERATE THIS MACHINE until it is completely assembled and installed
according to the instructions. A machine incorrectly assembled can cause serious injury.
• OBTAIN ADVICE from your supervisor, instructor, or another qualified person if you are
not thoroughly familiar with the operation of this machine. Knowledge is safety.
TERMS: THE FOLLOWING TERMS WILL BE USED THROUGHOUT THE MANUAL
AND YOU SHOULD BECOME FAMILIAR WITH THEM.
• Thru sawing refers to any cut that completely cuts through the workpiece.
• Non-thru sawing refers to any cut that does not completely cut through the workpiece.
• Push Stick refers to a wooden or plastic stick, usually homemade, that is used to push
small workpiece through the saw and keeps the operator's hands clear of the blade.
• Kickback occurs when the saw blade binds in the cut and violently thrusts the workpiece
back toward the operator.
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