Additional Safety Rules - Wen APEX Pro 3710 Operator's Manual

Additional Safety Rules

Tool Care
DO NOT ALTER OR MISUSE TOOL
These tools are precision built. Any alteration or modification not specified is misuse and may result in
dangerous conditions.
AVOID GASEOUS AREAS
Do not operate electric tools in gaseous or explosive at mospheres. Motors in these tools normally
spark, and may result in a dangerous condition.
MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE
Keep tools sharp and clean for better and safer performance. Follow instructions for lubricating and
changing accessories. Inspect tool cords periodically and if damaged, have repaired by authorized
service facility. Inspect extension cords periodically and replace if damaged. Keep handles dry, clean
and free from oil and grease.
Before connecting the tool to a power source (receptacle, outlet, etc.), be sure voltage supplied is the
same as that specified on the nameplate of the tool. A power source with voltage greater than that
specified for the tool can result in serious injury to the user — as well as damage to the tool. If in
doubt, DO NOT PLUG IN THE TOOL. Using a power source with voltage less than the nameplate
rating is harmful to the motor.
STABILITY OF SAW
Your table saw MUST BE BOLTED securely to a stand or workbench. In addition, if there is any
tendency for the table saw to tip over or move during certain operations such as cutting long, heavy
boards, use an auxiliary support.
LOCATION
Use the table saw in a well lit area and on a level surface, clean and smooth enough to reduce the risk
of trips and falls. Use it where neither the operator nor the casual observer is forced to stand in line
with the blade.
KICKBACK
Kickbacks can cause serious injury: A ―KICKBACK‖ occurs when a part of the workpiece binds
between the saw blade and the rip fence or other fixed object. Workpiece binding the blade due to
misalignment can also cause kickback. During kickback, workpiece rises from table and is thrown
toward the operator. Keep your face and body to one side of the saw blade, out of line with a possible
―KICKBACK‖.
KICKBACKS AND POSSIBLE INJURY CAN USUALLY BE AVOIDED BY:
a. Maintaining the rip fence parallel to the saw blade.
b. Keeping the saw blade sharp. Replacing or sharpening anti-kickback pawls when points become
dull.
c. Keeping saw blade guard, spreader and anti-kickback pawls in place and operating properly. The
spreader must be in alignment with the saw blade and the pawls must stop a kickback once it has
started. Check their action before ripping.
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