Rules For Safe Operation - Craftsman 315.243150 Owner's Manual

RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION (Continued)
USE THE PROPER EXTENSION CORD. Make
sure your extension cord is in good condition.
Use only a cord heavy enough to carry the
current your product will draw. An undersized
cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in
loss of power and overheating. A wire gage size
(A.W.G.) of at least 14 is recommended for an
extension cord 25 feet or less in length. If in
doubt, use the next heavier gage. The smaller
the gage number, the heavier the cord.
INSPECT TOOL CORDS AND EXTENSION
CORDS PERIODICALLY and, if damaged, have
repaired by a qualified service technician at a •
Sears store or repair center. Stay constantly
aware of cord location and keep it well away
from the moving blade.
DRESS PROPERLY. Do not wear loose clothing,
gloves, neckties, rings, bracelets, or other
jewelry that can get caught and draw you into
moving parts. Nonslip footwear is recommended.
Also wear protective hair covering to contain long
hair.
ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GLASSES WITH
SIDE SHIELDS. Everyday eyeglasses have only
impact-resistant lenses, they are NOT safety
glasses.
• WEAR A DUST MASK to keep from inhaling fine
particles.
• PROTECT YOUR HEARING. Wear hearing
protection during extended periods of operation.
• SECURE WORK. Use clamps or a vise to hold
work when practical. It's safer than using your
hand and frees both hands to operate tool.
• DO NOT OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and
balance at all times.
MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep tools
sharp and clean for better and safer perfor-
mance. Follow instructions for lubricating and
changing accessories.
• DISCONNECT ALL TOOLS. When net in use,
before servicing, or when changing attachments,
all tools should be disconnected.
• AVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING. Be sure
switch is off when plugging in any tool.
• USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. Using
improper accessories may risk injury.
• NEVER STAND ON TOOL. Serious injury could
occur if the tool is tipped or if the blade is
unintentionally contacted.
CHECK DAMAGED PARTS. Before using the
tool again, check any damaged parts, including
guards, for proper operation and performance.
Check alignment of moving parts, binding of
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moving parts, breakage of parts, saw stability,
mounting and any other conditions that may
affect its operation. A damaged part must be
properly repaired or replaced or replaced by a
qualified service technician at a Sears store or
repair center to avoid risk of personal injury.
NEVER LEAVE TOOL RUNNING UNAT-
TENDED. TURN THE POWER OFF. Do not
leave tool until it comes to a complete stop.
FIRMLY CLAMP OR BOLT your miter saw to a
workbench or table at approximately hip height.
USE ONLY CORRECT BLADES. Use the right
blade size, style and cutting speed for the mate-
rial and the type of cut. Do not use blades with
incorrect size holes. Never use blade washers or
blade bolts that are defective or incorrect. The
maximum blade capacity of your saw is 10 in.
KEEP BLADES CLEAN, SHARP, AND WITH
SUFFICIENT SET. Sharp blades minimize
stalling and kickback.
DO NOT REMOVE THE SAW'S BLADE
GUARDS. Never operate the saw with any guard
or cover removed. Make sure all guards are
operating properly before each use.
KEEP HANDS AWAY FROM CU'I-FING AREA.
Do not reach underneath work or in blade cutting
path with your hands and fingers for any reason.
Always turn the power off.
WARNING: Blade coasts after being turned off.
DO NOT ABUSE CORD. Never yank cord to
disconnect it from receptacle. Keep cord from
heat, oil, and sharp edges.
USE ONLY OUTDOOR EXTENSION CORDS.
Use only extension cords with the marking
"Acceptable for use with outdoor appliances;
store cords indoors while not in use". Use exten-
sion cords with an electrical rating not less than
the saw's rating. Always disconnect the extension
cord from the outlet before disconnecting the
product from the extension cord.
DO NOT USE TOOL IF SWITCH DOES NOT
TURN IT ON AND OFF. Have defective switches
replaced by a qualified service technician at a
Sears store or repair center.
KEEP TOOL DRY, CLEAN, AND FREE FROM
OIL AND GREASE. Always use a clean cloth
when cleaning. Never use brake fluids, gasoline,
petroleum-based products, or any solvents to
clean tool.
ALWAYS SUPPORT LONG WORKPIECES
while cutting to minimize risk of blade pinching
and kickback. Saw may slip, walk or slide while
cutting long or heavy boards.