Safety Precautions For Compound Miter Saw - Performax 240-3680 Owner's Manual

Don't force the tool. It will do the job better and more safely at the rate for which it was intended.
Use the right tool. Don't force a small tool or attachment to do the work of a larger industrial
tool. Don't use a tool for a purpose for which it was not intended.
Dress properly. Don't wear loose clothing or jewelry; they can be caught in moving parts.
Protective, non-electrically conductive gloves, protective eyewear and non-skid footwear are
recommended. Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair and keep yourself from harm.
Use eye protection. Use a full-face mask if the work you're doing produces metal filings, dust or
wood chips. Goggles are acceptable in other situations. Wear a clean dust mask if the work
involves creating a lot of fine or coarse dust.
Secure work. Use clamps or a vise to hold the work, this frees both hands to operate the tool.
Dont overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. Do not reach over or across
machines that are running.
Maintain tools. Keep tools sharp and clean for better and safer performance. Follow instructions
for lubricating and changing accessories. For safe performance, keep handles dry, clean and free
from oil and grease.
Avoid unintentional starting. Be sure the switch is in the off position before plugging in.
Always check and make sure to remove any adjusting keys or wrenches before turning the
tool on. Left attached, these parts can fly off a moving part and result in injury.
Do not use the tool if it cannot be switched on or off. Have your tool repaired before using it.
Disconnect the plug from the power source before making any adjustments. Changing attachments
or accessories can be dangerous if the tool could accidentally start.
Stay alert. Watch what you are doing & use common sense. Don't operate any tool when you
are tired.
Check for damaged parts. Before using this tool, any part that is damaged should be carefully
checked to determine that it will operate properly and perform its intended function. Check for
alignment of moving parts, binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, mountings, and other
conditions that may affect its operation. Inspect screws and tighten any ones that are loose. Any
part that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced by an authorized service center
unless otherwise indicated elsewhere in the instruction manual. Have defective switches replaced
by an authorized service center. Don't use the tool if switch does not turn it on and off properly.
Replacement parts. When servicing, use only identical replacement parts.
Service and repairs should be made by qualified repair technicians at an authorized repair
center. Improperly repaired tools could cause serious shock or injury.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS FOR COMPOUND MITER SAW

Wood only. The saw is designed for woodcutting only.
Damaged or warped saw blades should not be used. They are out of balance and could cause
further damage to the saw and possible personal injury.
Use only with guard in place. The guard protects the operator from cutting debris as well as
from broken pieces of the blade, should it break in use.
Replace the table insert when worn. Excessive tear-out increases the likelihood of injury
from flying debris. When setting the saw at a new angle, check that the blade does not cut into
the table insert, rear fence, or another part of your saw.
Always use the blade wrench to tighten the saw blade onto the arbor.
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