When Installing Or Moving The Saw; Before Each Use - RIDGID BS1400 Operator's Manual

WARNING: To reduce the risk of mistakes that could
cause serious, permanent injury, do not plug the saw in
until the following steps have been completed.
• Completely assemble and align saw (see "Assembly"
and "Alignment and Adjustments" section within).
• Learn the use and function of the ON-OFF switch,
table tilt lock knobs, blade guides, backup bearings,
blade guard support adjustment knob and blade guard.

When Installing Or Moving The Saw

Reduce the risk of dangerous environment.
• Use the saw in a dry, indoor place protected from rain.
• Keep work area well lighted.
To reduce the risk of injury from unexpected saw
movement.
• Put the saw on a firm level surface where there is
plenty of room to handle and properly support the
workpiece.
• Support the saw so the table is level and the saw does
not rock.
• Bolt the saw to the floor or work surface if it tends to
slip, walk or slide during operations like cutting long,

Before Each Use

Inspect your saw.
• To reduce the risk of injury from accidental starting,
turn the switch off, unplug the saw, and remove the
switch key before changing the setup, removing cov-
ers, guards or blade.
• Check for alignment of moving parts, binding of mov-
ing parts, breakage of parts, saw stability, and any
other conditions that may affect the way the saw
works.
• If any part is missing, bent or broken in any way, or any
• Review and understand all safety instructions and
operating procedures in this manual.
• Review the maintenance methods for this saw.
• Find and read all the warning labels found on the front
of the saw (shown below).
heavy boards.
• Turn saw off and unplug cord before moving the saw.
To reduce the risk of injury from electrical shock.
• Make sure your fingers do not touch the plug's metal
prongs when plugging in or unplugging the saw.
To reduce the risk of back injury.
• Get help when you need to move the saw. Always get
help if you need to lift the saw.
• Never stand on tool. Serious injury could occur if the
tool tips or you accidentally hit the cutting tool. Do not
store any items above or near the tool where anyone
might stand on the tool to reach them.
electrical part does not work properly, turn the saw off
and unplug the saw.
• Replace damaged or missing parts before using the
saw again.
• Maintain tools with care. Keep the saw clean for best
and safest performance. Follow instructions for lubri-
cating.
• Remove adjusting keys and wrenches. Form a habit of
checking for and removing keys and adjusting
wrenches from table top before turning it on.
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