Chicago Electric 40315 Owner's Manual & Safety Instructions page 6

Handle notch
• Must be far
enough down
the stick to allow
a comfortable
and firm grip.
• Must be deep
enough to prevent
hand from slipping
down the stick.
• Do not cut more than
halfway into the stick
to prevent weakening.
• Corners may
be rounded to
increase comfort.
Stick Length
• Must be long enough
to keep hand
clear of blade.
• At least 6" from end
of handle to closest
part of notch.
• Must be right (90°) angle, cut at 30°-40° from the angle
of the stick to keep hands out of the line of the blade.
• The lower lip of the notch must be no
longer than the workpiece is thick.
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Essential Straight push-stick
Features and Functions
note: Straight style (traditional) stick shown. A different stick
design may be used if it properly protects against all hazards.
Diagram not to scale.
• Push sticks must be made from sturdy, defect-free,
notch
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plywood or normal wood to prevent unexpected
breakage. Material must be at least 1/4" thick,
but no thicker than the finished wood.
• Inspect push stick before use and do not use
a damaged or deteriorated push stick.
• Push stick dimensions will vary depending
on the application and user.
90°
30°-40°
Item 40315