Safety Instructions For Miter Saws - Bosch CM8S Operating/Safety Instructions Manual

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General power tool safety warnings
Store idle power tools out of the reach of
children and do not allow persons unfamiliar
with the power tool or these instructions to
operate the power tool.
Maintain power tools and accessories. Check for
misalignment or binding of moving parts,
breakage of parts and any other condition that
may affect the power tool's operation. If
damaged, have the power tool repaired before
use.
Keep cutting tools sharp and clean.
Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc.

Safety instructions for miter saws

Miter saws are intended to cut wood or wood-like
products, they cannot be used with abrasive cut-
off wheels for cutting ferrous material such as
bars, rods, studs, etc.
Use clamps to support the workpiece whenever
possible. If supporting the workpiece by hand, you
must always keep your hand at least 100 mm (4
in.) from either side of the saw blade. Do not use
this saw to cut pieces that are too small to be
securely clamped or held by hand.
The workpiece must be stationary and clamped or
held against both the fence and the table. Do not
feed the workpiece into the blade or cut
"freehand" in any way.
Push the saw through the workpiece. Do not pull
the saw through the workpiece. To make a cut,
raise the saw head and pull it out over the
workpiece without cutting, start the motor, press
the saw head down and push the saw through the
workpiece.
Never cross your hand over the intended line of
cutting either in front or behind the saw blade.
in accordance with these instructions, taking
into account the working conditions and the
work to be performed.
Keep handles and grasping surfaces dry, clean
and free from oil and grease.
▶ Service
Have your power tool serviced by a qualified
repair person using only identical replacement
parts.
Do not reach behind the fence with either hand
closer than 100 mm (4 in.) from either side of the
saw blade, to remove wood scraps, or for any
other reason while the blade is spinning.
Inspect your workpiece before cutting. If the
workpiece is bowed or warped, clamp it with the
outside bowed face toward the fence. Always
make certain that there is no gap between the
workpiece, fence and table along the line of the
cut.
Do not use the saw until the table is clear of all
tools, wood scraps, etc., except for the workpiece.
Cut only one workpiece at a time.
Ensure the miter saw is mounted or placed on a
level, firm work surface before use.
Plan your work. Every time you change the bevel
or miter angle setting, make sure the adjustable
fence is set correctly to support the workpiece
and will not interfere with the blade or the
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