Intended Use; General Safety Rules - Rotabroach Element 14 1 Original Instructions Manual

Element 14 Manual

1) INTENDED USE

The intended use of this saw, is to cut through metals. The vice is used to hold the workpiece in place whilst
the saw is functioning. It is designed for use in fabrication, construction and any other applications when
cutting metal.
Any deviation from its intended use will not be covered by warranty.

2) GENERAL SAFETY RULES

Using the machine with respect and caution will considerably lessen the possibility of personal injury.
However, if normal safety precautions are overlooked or ignored, personal injury to the operator may
result. This machine was designed for certain applications only. It is strongly recommended that this
machine NOT to be modified and/or used for any application other than for which it was designed.
Warning! Failure to follow these rules may result in serious personal injury.
1. FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY, READ INSTRUCTION MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING THE TOOL. Learn the tool's
application and limitations as well as the specific hazards peculiar to it.
2. 2.2.DO NOT USE the saw without the guards in position, in good working order and properly maintained.
3. ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION.
4.GROUND ALL TOOLS. If tool is equipped with three-prong plug, it should be plugged into a three-hole
electrical receptacle. If an adapter is used to for a two-prong receptacle, the adapter lug must be
attached to a known ground. Never remove the third prong.
5.REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS & WRENCHES.
Have it a habit of checking to see that keys and adjusting wrenches are removed from tool before turning it
"ON."
6.KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas and benches invite accidents.
7.DON'T USE IN DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT. Don't use power tools in damp or wet location, or expose them
to rain Keep work area well lighted.
8. KEEP CHILDREN AND VISITORS AWAY. All children and visitors should be kept a safe distance from work
area.
9. MAKE WORKSHOP CHILDPROOF- With padlocks, master switches, or by removing starter keys.
10. DON'T FORCE TOOL. It will do the job better and be safer at the rate for which it was designed.
12. WEAR PROPER APPAREL. No loose clothing, gloves, neckties,rings, bracelets, or other jewelry could get
caught in moving parts. Nonslip footwear is recommended. Wear protective hair covering to contain long
hair.
13. ALWAYS USE SAFETY GLASSES AND HEARING PROTECTION. Also use face or dust mask if cutting operation
is dusty. Wear gloves for handling saw blades and rough material.
14. SECURE WORK. Use clamps or a vise to hold work pieces when practical. It's safer than using your hand and
frees both hands to operate tool.
15. DON'T OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
16. MAINTAIN TOOLS IN TOP CONDITION. Keep tools sharp and clean for best and safest performance. Follow
instructions for lubricating and changing accessories.
17. DISCONNECT TOOLS before servicing and when changing accessories such as blades, bits, cutters, etc.
18. USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. The use of improper accessories may cause hazards.
19. REDUCE THE RISK OF UNINETIONAL STARTING. Make sure switch is in "OFF" position before plugging in
power cord.
20. NEVER STAND ON TOOL. Serious injury could occur if the tool is tipped or if the cutting tool is accidentally
contacted.
21. CHECK DAMAGED PARTS. Before further use of the tool, a guard or other part that is damaged should be
carefully checked to ensure that it will operate properly and perform its Intended function -check for
alignment of moving parts, binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, mounting, and any other part that
is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced.
22. DIRECTION OF FEED. Feed work into a blade or cutter against the direction of rotation of the blade or
Original instructions
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Nov 2019