Skil 1350 Original Instructions Manual page 9

connected and properly used. Use of dust collection
can reduce dust-related hazards.
h) Do not let familiarity gained from frequent use of
tools allow you to become complacent and ignore
tool safety principles. A careless action can cause
severe injury within a fraction of a second.
4) POWER TOOL USE AND CARE
a) Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power
tool for your application. The correct power tool will
do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was
designed.
b) Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn
it on and off. Any power tool that cannot be controlled
with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
c) Disconnect the plug from the power source and/
or remove the battery pack, if detachable, from
the power tool before making any adjustments,
changing accessories, or storing power tools. Such
preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the
power tool accidentally.
d) 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.
Power tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained
users.
e) 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. Many accidents are caused
by poorly maintained power tools.
f) Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly
maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less
likely to bind and are easier to control.
g) Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc.,
in accordance with these instructions, taking into
account the working conditions and the work to be
performed. Use of the power tool for operations different
from those intended could result in a hazardous situation.
h) Keep handles and grasping surfaces dry, clean
and free from oil and grease. Slippery handles and
grasping surfaces do not allow for safe handling and
control of the tool in unexpected situations.
5) SERVICE
a) Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair
person using only identical replacement parts. This
will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR TILE SAWS
GENERAL
• Always check that the supply voltage is the same as the
voltage indicated on the nameplate of the tool
• Connect this earthed power tool only to a properly
earthed power supply system; ensure that socket
has a functional protective conductor (if in doubt
check with a qualified electrician)
• Always disconnect plug from power source before
making any adjustment or changing any accessory
• Always disconnect plug from power source before
transporting the tool
• This tool should not be used by people under the age of
16 years
BEFORE USE
• Wear personal protective equipment. Depending
on application, use face shield, safety goggles or
safety glasses. As appropriate, wear dust mask,
hearing protectors, gloves and shop apron capable
of stopping small abrasive or workpiece fragments.
The eye protection must be capable of stopping flying
debris generated by various operations. The dust mask
or respirator must be capable of filtrating particles
generated by your operation. Prolonged exposure to high
intensity noise may cause hearing loss.
• Keep bystanders a safe distance away from work
area. Anyone entering the work area must wear
personal protective equipment. Fragments of the
workpiece or of a broken accessory may fly away and
cause injury beyond the immediate area of operation.
• Always make dry runs (without power) before real cuts so
that you can check the path of the disc
Wear protective glasses, hearing protection, and
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protective gloves
• Dust from material such as paint containing lead, some
wood species, minerals and metal may be harmful
(contact with or inhalation of the dust may cause allergic
reactions and/or respiratory diseases to the operator or
bystanders); wear a dust mask and work with a dust
extraction device when connectable
• Certain kinds of dust are classified as carcinogenic
(such as oak and beech dust) especially in conjunction
with additives for wood conditioning; wear a dust
mask and work with a dust extraction device when
connectable
Follow the dust-related national requirements for the
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materials you want to work with
• Do not work materials containing asbestos (asbestos
is considered carcinogenic)
• Always inspect tile saw prior to every use. If any
part of your saw is missing, malfunctioning, or has been
damaged or broken, cease operating immediately until it
is repaired or replaced.
• Remove all obstacles on top of as well as underneath the
cutting path before you start cutting
ACCESSORIES
• Use only the saw blades specified in this manual, never
use grinding discs, circular saw blades or any other type
of toothed blades
• SKIL can assure flawless functioning of the tool only
when the correct accessories are used which can be
obtained from your SKIL dealer
• For mounting/using non-SKIL accessories observe the
instructions of the manufacturer concerned
• Only use saw blades with a continuous rim, free of
openings and grooves
• Use only accessories with an allowable speed matching
at least the highest no-load speed of the tool
• Only use saw blades with a hole diameter which fits the
tool spindle without play; never use reducors or adaptors
to fit large-hole saw blades
Protect accessories from impact, shock and grease
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DURING USE
• Never reach over or behind the blade to pull or
support the workpiece, or to remove cut-off material
• Avoid awkward operations and hand positions.
Where a sudden slip could cause fingers or hand to
move into the sawblade or other cutting tool.
• If the saw blade becomes blocked, switch off the tool
immediately and disconnect the plug; only then remove
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