Makita 5007NB Instruction Manual page 5

9.
Guard Against Kickback.
Kickback occurs when the saw stalls rapidly and is driven back towards the
operator. Release switch immediately if blade binds or saw stalls. Keep blades
sharp. Support large panels as shown in Fig. 1. Use fence or straight edge
guide when ripping. Don't force tool. Stay alert exercise control. Don't remove
saw from work during a cut while the blade is moving.
NEVER place your hand or fingers
behind the saw. If kickback occurs,
the saw could easily jump backwards
over your hand, possibly causing
severe injury.
Fig. 3
IO.
Lower Guard. Raise lower guard with the retracting handle.
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Adjustments. Before cutting be sure depth and bevel adjustments are tight.
12. Use Only Correct Blades In Mounting. Don't use blades with incorrect size
13. Avoid Cutting Nails. Inspect for and remove all nails from lumber before
cutting.
14.
When operating the saw, keep the
cord away from the cutting area and
position
it
so that
it
will not be caught
on the workpiece during the cutting
operation.
Operate with proper hand support,
proper workpiece support, and
supply cord routing away from the
work area.
holes. Never use defective or incorrect blade washers or bolts.
WARN IN G :
A
typical illustration of proper hand
support, workpiece support, and
supply cord routing.
Fig.
1
It is important to support the workpiece properly and to hold the saw firmly
to prevent loss of control which could cause personal injury. Fig. 4 illustrates
typical hand support of the saw.
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