Safety Information; Electrical Specifications And Safety; Double Insulated; Polarized Plugs - Kobalt SM1815LW User Manual

SAFETY INFORMATION

ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS AND SAFETY

CAUTION: POWER SUPPLY AND MOTOR
The A/C motor used in this saw is a universal, nonreversible type. See "MOTOR" in the
"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section on page 2.
To avoid electrical hazards, fire hazards or damage to the tool, use proper circuit
protection. Your saw is wired at the factory for 120V operation. Connect to a 120V, 10A
circuit and use a 15A time-delay fuse or circuit breaker. If power cord is worn or cut or
damaged in any way, have it replaced immediately to avoid shock or fire.
DOUBLE INSULATED (Symbol:
This power tool is double insulated to provide a double thickness of insulation between you and
the tool's electrical system. All exposed metal parts are isolated from the internal metal motor
components with protective insulation.
REPLACEMENT PARTS – When servicing, use only identical replacement parts. Refer to the
Replacement Parts List on the page 41.
POLARIZED PLUGS – To reduce the risk of electrical shock, this saw has
a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). This plug (illustrated at
right) will fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in
the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician
to install the proper outlet. Do not change the plug in any way.
CAUTION: Double insulation does not take the place of normal safety precautions when
operating this tool. To avoid electrocution:
● Use only identical replacement parts when servicing a tool with double insulation. Servicing
should be performed by a qualified technician.
● Do not use power tools in wet or damp locations or expose them to rain or snow.
MOTOR SAFETY PROTECTION
CAUTION: To avoid motor damage, the motor should be blown out or vacuumed frequently to
keep sawdust from interfering with motor ventilation.
● CONNECT this saw to a 120V circuit. This circuit must not be less than a #16 wire with a 15A
time lag fuse.
NOTE: When using an extension cord on a circuit with a #16 wire, the extension cord must
not exceed 25 feet in length.
● If the motor will not start, release the trigger switch immediately. UNPLUG THE SAW. Check
the saw blade to make sure it turns freely. If the blade is free, try to start the saw again. If the
motor still does not start, refer to TROUBLESHOOTING.
● If the tool suddenly stalls while cutting wood, release the trigger switch, unplug the tool and
free the blade from the wood. The saw may now be started and the cut finished.
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