Hitachi C 10FSHC Safety And Instruction Manual page 6

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DO's
ALWAYS OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING RULES TO ASSURE SAFE USE OF THIS TOOL:
1. Review this Manual and familiarize yourself with the safety rules and operating instructions
for this POWER TOOL before attempting to use it.
2. Remove all packing materials attached or connected to the tool before attempting to operate
it.
3. Always confi rm that the POWER TOOL is clean before using it.
4. Always wear snug-fi tting clothing, non-skid footwear (preferably with steel toes) and eye
protection when operating the POWER TOOL.
5. Always handle the POWER TOOL carefully. If the POWER TOOL falls or strikes against a
hard object, it might become deformed or cracked or sustain other damage.
6. Always cease operating the saw at once, if you notice any abnormality whatsoever.
7. Always confi rm that all components are mounted properly and securely before using the
tool.
8. When replacing the saw blade, always confi rm that the rpm rating of the new blade is correct
for use on this tool.
9. Always shut off the power and wait for the saw blade to completely stop rotating before
doing any maintenance or adjustments.
10. During slide cutting, always push the saw blade away from the operator.
11. Always clamp or otherwise secure the workpiece to the fence; otherwise the workpiece
might be thrust form the table and cause bodily harm.
12. During miter or bevel cutting, always wait for the rotation of the blade to stop completely
before lifting the saw blade.
13. Always make a trial run fi rst before attempting any new use of the saw.
14. Always handle the saw blade with care when dismounting and mounting it.
15. Always confi rm that the workpiece is free of nails or other foreign objects before beginning
a cut.
16. Always keep your hands out of the path of the saw blade.
17. Always confi rm that the lower guard is in the proper place before using the saw.
18. Always confi rm that the lower guard does not obstruct the sliding motion of the saw before
attempting slide cutting.
19. Inspect the tool power cords periodically.
20. Always confi rm that the proper lengths and types of extension cords are being utilized, if
necessary, before starting the tool.
21. Always confi rm that the motor air vents are fully open before using the tool.
22. Always wait until the motor has reached full speed before starting a cut.
23. Always keep the handles dry, clean and free of oil and grease. Hold the tool fi rmly when in
use.
24. Always use outboard stands to provide support for long workpieces that overhang the table
of the slide compound miter saw.
25. Always operate the tool after ensuring the workpiece is fi xed properly with a vise assembly.
26. The operating instructions provided with the tool shall direct the user to secure the tool to
supporting structure if, during normal operation, there is a tendency for the tool to tip over,
slide, or walk on the supporting surface.
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