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SPECIFIC SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING!
Some wood and wood type products, especially MDF (Medium
Density Fibreboard), can produce dust that can be hazardous to
your health. We recommend the use of an approved face mask
with replaceable filters when using this machine in addition to
using the dust extraction facility.
Ensure that power tools are disconnected from the mains
supply when not in use, before servicing, lubricating or making
adjustments and when changing accessories such as blades,
bits and cutters.
Do Not use blades made from High Speed Steel.
Do Not stop the blade by forcing the machine or by using
sideways pressure.
Do Not fit a grinding or cutting disc to this machine. Always use
the correct type of blade for the operation to be carried out.
Do Not use blades that are bent or have missing teeth. This is
highly dangerous and could result in a serious accident causing
injury to the operator, bystanders and damage to the machine.
Only use blades that are recommended by the supplier and that
are in good condition.
Do Not use blades that are larger than specified. Only use blades
that are rated for the machine. The rotational speed shown on
the blade should always be HIGHER than the rotational speed
of the machine.
Ensure that the directional arrow marked on the blade
corresponds with the rotational direction of the motor. The teeth
of the blade should always point downward as viewed from the
front of the saw.
Do Not lock the blade guard in the up position.
Ensure that movable guards operate freely without jamming.
Keep Guards in place and in good working order. With the
machine disconnected from the mains supply check the
operation of the guard to ensure that it operates correctly.
Do Not use blades the body of which is thicker or the set of
which is smaller than the thickness of the riving knife. (See
Illustration "A")
Always ensure that the distance between the riving knife and
the toothed rim of the saw blade is not more than 5mm. (See
Illustration "B")
Always ensure that the toothed rim of the saw blade does not
extend more than 5mm beyond the lower edge of the riving
knife. (See Illustration "C")
Always keep the blade securing arbor and collars clean.
Whenever replacing blades ensure that the recessed surface
of the blade collar fits snugly against the surface of the blade.
Ensure that the blade securing bolt is securely tightened using
the wrenches provided. Do not over tighten.
Use only blades that are recommended by the manufacturer.
Do not start the machine with the blade in contact with the work
piece.
Check the work piece for any protruding nails, screw heads or
anything that could damage the blade.
Do not attempt to modify the machine or its accessories in any
way.
Do not force the machine let the machine do the work this will
reduce the wear on the machine and blade and increase its
efficiency and operating life.
Approved ear defenders should be worn when using circular
saws.
Do not cut timber greater than 43mm, Metal, Stone, Rubber,
Plastic, Bones, etc.
Do not fit any other tool or combination of blades.
Do not modify the machine or its guards/controls in any way.
Do not use with any covers/guards removed.
Always use the blade guard, riving knife and anti-kickback paws
for every operation, including through sawing. Through sawing
operations are those in which the blade cuts completely through
the work piece when ripping or crosscutting.
Always hold the work firmly against the mitre gauge or fence.
Always use a push stick for ripping narrow stock. Refer to
ripping applications in instruction manual.
Always use either the fence or the mitre gauge to position and
guide the work.
Never stand or have any part of your body in line with the path
of the saw blade. Keep your hands out of the line of the saw
blade.
Never reach behind or over the cutting tool for any reason.
If off cuts of wood become jammed in the machine, switch off
and disconnect from supply before removal.
Feed the work piece into the blade against the direction of
rotation only.
Never use the rip fence as a cut-off gauge when cross-cutting.
NEVER attempt to free a stalled saw blade without first turning
the saw OFF.
Provide adequate support to the rear and sides of the saw table
for wide or long work pieces.
Avoid kickback (work thrown back toward you) by keeping the
blade sharp, keeping rip fence parallel to the saw blade, keeping
spreader and anti-kickback pawls (if fitted) and guard in place.
Do not release work before it is pushed all the way past the
saw blade.
Do not rip work that is twisted or warped or does not have a
straight edge to guide along the fence.
Avoid awkward operations and hand positions where a sudden
slip could cause your hand to move into the blade.
Never use solvents to clean plastic parts. Solvents could
possibly dissolve or otherwise damage the material. Only a soft
damp cloth should be used to clean plastic parts.
Use in a well ventilated area. Remove sawdust frequently. Clean
out sawdust from the interior of the saw to prevent a potential
fire hazard.
Saw dust is potentially hazardous to health. Always use a
suitable dust collection system and wear an approved face
mask.
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