Work Area Safety; Electrical Safety; Personal Safety - Skil 1340 Original Instructions Manual

a
Table saw
INTRODUCTION
• This tool is intended as a stationary machine for
lengthways and crossways cutting of wood with straight
cuts as well as angle cuts (horizontal mitre angles of -60°
to +60° as well as vertical bevel angles of -2° to +47° are
possible)
• Read and save this instruction manual 2
This tool is not intended for professional use
•
• Check whether the packaging contains all parts as
illustrated in drawing 6 b
• Only use the tool when correctly and completely
assembled (be aware that Skil cannot be hold
responsible for tool damage and/or personal injuries
resulting from the incorrect assembly of the tool)
TECHNICAL DATA 1
TOOL ELEMENTS 6
A Table top
B Riving knife
C Protective guard
D Table insert
E Mitre gauge
F Mitre gauge slot
G Rip fence
H Auxiliary fence / workpiece support
J Clamping lever
Rip fence distance indicator
K
L Rail lock lever
M Rail drive knob
N Push stick
P Push stick storage
Q Bevel angle indicator
R Bevel locking lever
S Height adjustment wheel
T On/off switch
U Knob for folding legs
V Adjustable foot
W Mitre guage storage
X Cable storage hook
Y Dust port
Z Dust deflector
AA Dust deflector storage
AB Transport handle
AC Wrenches
AD Protective guard storage
AE Vacuum cleaner adapter
AF Hex key
AG Support foot
AH Mitre angle lock knob
AI Mitre angle indicator
AJ Screw for adjusting bevel angle (right)
AK Screw for adjusting bevel angle (left)
AL Flange
AM Blade nut
AN Riving knife locking lever
AO Release knob (bevel angle)
AP Wing nut
AQ Adjustment bolt
SAFETY
GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS
1340
WARNING Read all safety warnings, instructions,
-
illustrations and specifications provided with this
power tool. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may
result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.
Save all warnings and instructions for future reference.
The term "power tool" in the warnings refers to your mains-
operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated (cordless)
power tool.

1) WORK AREA SAFETY

a) Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark
areas invite accidents.
b) Do not operate power tools in explosive
atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable
liquids, gases or dust. Power tools create sparks which
may ignite the dust or fumes.
c) Keep children and bystanders away while operating
a power tool. Distractions can cause you to lose control.

2) ELECTRICAL SAFETY

a) Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never
modify the plug in any way. Do not use any adapter
plugs with earthed (grounded) power tools.
Unmodified plugs and matching outlets will reduce risk of
electric shock.
b) Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded
surfaces such as pipes, radiators, ranges and
refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric
shock if your body is earthed or grounded.
c) Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions.
Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of
electric shock.
d) Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for
carrying, pulling or unplugging the power tool. Keep
cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving
parts. Damaged or entangled cords increase the risk of
electric shock.
e) When operating a power tool outdoors, use an
extension cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of a
cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric
shock.
f) If operating a power tool in a damp location is
unavoidable, use a residual current device (RCD)
protected supply. Use of an RCD reduces the risk of
electric shock.

3) PERSONAL SAFETY

a) Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use
common sense when operating a power tool. Do not
use a power tool while you are tired or under the
influence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment
of inattention while operating power tools may result in
serious personal injury.
b) Use personal protective equipment. Always wear
eye protection. Protective equipment such as a dust
mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing
protection used for appropriate conditions will reduce
personal injuries.
c) Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch
is in the off-position before connecting to power
source and/or battery pack, picking up or carrying
17