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6. Blade Height. Adjust the blade to the correct height above the piece part so it does not
kickback toward the operator causing injury.
7. Remove any adjusting tools. Before operating the machine, make sure any adjusting tools
have been removed.
8. Blade Guard / Riving Knife. To reduce the risk of kickback, always use the riving knife and
blade guard. Make sure they are properly installed during cutting operations.
9. Dado and Rabbet Operations. Dado and Rabbeting operations require that the blade guard
be removed. Be aware of your personal safety while the guard is off and replace the blade
guard after these operations are completed.
10. Keep work area clean. Cluttered areas invite injuries.
11. Push Sticks and Push Blocks. When ripping narrow stock, there is a risk of your hands
and fingers contacting the rotating blade, resulting in serious personal injury.
12. Overloading machine. By overloading the machine, you may cause injury from flying parts.
DO NOT exceed the specified machine capacities.
13. Crosscutting Operations. Remove the rip fence whenever using the miter gauge to
crosscut a piece part.
14. Operator Position. If kickback occurs, the blade will eject the piece part into the path of the
operator. NEVER stand in- line with the cutting path of the blade during operation.
15. Dress appropriate. DO NOT wear loose fitting clothing or jewelry as they can be caught in
moving machine parts. Protective clothing and steel toe shoes are recommended when
using machinery. Wear a restrictive hair covering to contain long hair.
16. Awkward Positions. Avoid awkward hand and body positions where a sudden slip could
cause your hands or body to contact the spinning blade.
17. Use eye and ear protection. Always wear ISO approved impact safety goggles
18. Do not overreach. Maintain proper footing and balance at all times. DO NOT reach over or
across a running machine.
19. Damaged Saw Blades. A damaged saw blade can cause kickback. If in doubt as to the
condition of the blade, DO NOT use it.
20. Stay alert. Watch what you are doing and use common sense. DO NOT operate any tool or
machine when you are tired.
21. Check for damaged parts. Before using any tool or machine, carefully check any part that
appears damaged. Check for binding of moving parts that may affect proper machine
operation.
22. Observe work area conditions. DO NOT use machines or power tools in damp or wet
locations. Do not expose to rain. Keep work area well lighted. DO NOT use electrically
powered tools in the presence of flammable gases or liquids.
23. DO NOT bypass or defeat any safety interlock systems.
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