Wickes BMS2102 Manual page 5

j) Ensure the mitre saw is mounted or placed on a level, firm work surface before use. A level and firm work
surface reduces the risk of the mitre saw becoming unstable.
k) Plan your work. Every time you change the bevel or mitre angle setting, make sure the adjustable fence
is set correctly to support the workpiece and will not interfere with the blade or the guarding system.
Without turning the tool "ON" and with no workpiece on the table, move the saw blade through a complete
simulated cut to assure there will be no interference or danger of cutting the fence.
l) Provide adequate support such as table extensions, saw horses, etc. for a workpiece that is wider or
longer than the table top. Workpieces longer or wider than the mitre saw table can tip if not securely supported. If
the cut-off piece or workpiece tips, it can lift the lower guard or be thrown by the spinning blade.
m) Do not use another person as a substitute for a table extension or as additional support. Unstable support
for the workpiece can cause the blade to bind or the workpiece to shift during the cutting operation pulling you and
the helper into the spinning blade.
n) The cut-off piece must not be jammed or pressed by any means against the spinning saw blade. If
confined, i.e. using length stops, the cut-off piece could get wedged against the blade and thrown violently.
o) Always use a clamp or a fixture designed to properly support round material such as rods or tubing. Rods
have a tendency to roll while being cut, causing the blade to "bite" and pull the work with your hand into the blade.
p) Let the blade reach full speed before contacting the workpiece. This will reduce the risk of the workpiece
being thrown.
q) If the workpiece or blade becomes jammed, turn the mitre saw off. Wait for all moving parts to stop
and disconnect the plug from the power source and/or remove the battery pack. Then work to free the
jammed material. Continued sawing with a jammed workpiece could cause loss of control or damage to the mitre
saw.
r) After finishing the cut, release the switch, hold the saw head down and wait for the blade to stop before
removing the cut-off piece. Reaching with your hand near the coasting blade is dangerous.
s) Use only saw blades recommended by the manufacturer, which conform to EN 847-1, if intended for
wood and analogous materials.
GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS FOR YOUR LASER
WARNING: Read all safety warnings and all instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may
result in serious injury.
Save all warnings and instructions for future reference.
These lasers do not normally present an optical hazard although staring at the beam may cause flash blindness.
Do not stare directly at the laser beam. A hazard may exist if you deliberately stare into the beam, please observe all safety
rules as follows:
1. The laser shall be used and maintained in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
2. Never aim the beam at any person or an object other than the work piece.
3. The laser beam shall not be deliberately aimed at another person and shall be prevented from being directed towards
the eye of a person for longer than 0.25 seconds area.
4. Always ensure the laser beam is aimed at a sturdy work piece without reflective surfaces, e.g. wood or rough-coated
surfaces are acceptable. Bright shiny reflective sheet steel or similar is not suitable for laser applications as the
reflective surface may direct the laser beam back at the operator.
5. Do not change the laser device with a different type. The manufacturer or an authorized agent must carry out repairs.
6. CAUTION: Use of controls or adjustments other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
ADDITIONAL SAFETY WARNING FOR CLASS 2 LASER
The laser device fitted to this tool is CLASS 2 with a maximum radiation of <1 mW and 650 nm wavelength.
CLASS 2 LASER RADIATION, DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM
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