Hitachi C 7WDM Safety And Instruction Manual page 9

4. Place the wider portion of the saw base on that part of the work piece which is
solidly supported, not on the section that will fall off when the cut is made.
As examples, Fig. 2 illustrates the RIGHT way to cut off the end of board, and Fig. 3 the
WRONG way. If the work piece is short or small, clamp it down.
DON'T TRY TO HOLD SHORT PLACES BY HAND!
Fig. 2
5. Never attempt to saw with the saw held upside down in a vise.
This is extremely dangerous and can lead to serious accidents. (Fig. 4)
6. Before setting the tool down after completing a cut, be sure that the lower blade
guard has closed and the blade has come to a complete stop.
7. Never touch moving parts.
Never place your hands, fi ngers or other body parts near the tool's moving parts.
8. Never operate without all guards in place.
Never operate this tool without all guards or safety features in place and in proper working
order. If maintenance or servicing requires the removal of a guard or safety feature, be sure
to replace the guard or safety feature before resuming operation of the tool.
9. Use right tool.
Don't force small tool or attachment to do the job of a heavy-duty tool.
Don't use tool for purpose not intended —for example— don't use the saw for cutting tree
limbs or logs.
10. Never use a power tool for applications other than those specifi ed.
Never use a power tool for applications other than those specifi ed in the Instruction Manual.
Fig. 4
English
Fig. 3
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