Craftsman 137.21229 Operator's Manual page 4

SPECiFiC SAFETY mNSTRUCTmONS FOR
THiS COMPOUND MINTER SAW
1. USE ONLY CROSS-CUTTiNG SAW BLADES.
When using carbide tipped blades, make sure they
have a negative hook angle.
IMPORTANT: DO NOT USE THIN KERF BLADES-
they can deflect and contact guard and can cause
possible injury to the operator.
2. DO NOT operate the miter saw until it is completely
assembled and installed according to these
instructions.
3. tF YOU ARE NOT thoroughly familiar with the
operation of miter saws, seek guidance from your
supervisor, instructor, or other qualified person.
4. ALWAYS hold the work firmly against the fence and
table. DO NOT perform any operation free hand (use
clamp wherever possible).
5. KEEP BANDS out of the path of the saw blade. If
the workpiece you are cutting would cause your
hands to be within 6-3/4 inches of the saw blade, the
workpiece should be clamped in place before making
the cuL
6. BE SURE the blade is sharp runs freely and is free of
vibration.
7. ALLOW the motor to come up to ful! speed before
starting a cut.
8. KEEP THE MOTOR AIR SLOTS OLEAN and free of
chips or dust.
9. ALWAYS MAKE SURE all handles are tight before
cutting, even if the table is positioned in one of the
positive stops.
10.BE SURE both the blade and the co!lar are clean
and the arbor bolt is tightened securely.
11 .USE only blade collars specified for your saw.
12.NEVER use blades larger in diameter than 10 inches.
13.NEVER apply lubricants to the blade when it is
running.
14.ALWAYS check the blade for cracks or damage
before operation. Replace a cracked or damaged
blade immediately.
15.NEVER use blades recommended for operation at
less than 4800 RPM.
1&ALWAYS keep the blade guards in place and use at
al! times.
17NEVER reach around the saw blade.
18MAKE SURE the blade is not contacting the
workpiece before the switch is turned ON.
19.IMPORTANT: After completing the cut, release the
trigger and wait for the blade to stop before returning
the saw to the raised position.
20MAKE SURE the blade has come to a complete stop
before removing or securing the workpiece, changing
the workpiece angle, or changing the angle of the
blade.
21 .NEVER cut metals or masonry products with this
tool. This miter saw is designed for use on wood and
wood-like products.
22NEVER cut small pieces. If the workpiece being cut
would cause your hand or fingers to be within 6-3/4
inches of the saw blade the workpiece is too small
2&PROVIDE adequate support to the sides of the saw
table for long work pieces.
24NEVER use the miter saw in an area with flammable
liquids or gases.
25NEVER use solvents to clean plastic parts. Solvents
could possibly dissolve or otherwise damage the
material
26SHUT OFF the power before servicing or adjusting
the tool
27DISCONNECT the saw from the power source and
clean the machine when finished using.
28MAKE SURE the work area is clean before leaving
the machine.
29SHOULD any part of your miter saw be missing,
damaged, or fail in any way, or any electrical
component fail to perform properly, lock the switch
and remove the plug from the power supply outleL
Replace missing, damaged, or failed parts before
resuming operation.
POWER SUPPLY AND MOTOR SPECIFICATIONS
The AC motor used in this saw is a universal,
nonreversible type. See "MOTOR" in the "PRODUCT
SPECIFICATIONS" section on page 2.
[A WARNING]
To avoid electrical hazards, fire hazards, or damage to
the too!, use proper circuit protection. Your saw is wired
at the factory for 120V operation. Connect to a 120V,
15 Amp circuit and use a 15 amp. time delay fuse or
circuit breaker. To avoid shock or fire, if power cord is
worn or cut, or damaged in any way, have it replaced
immediately.