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CLEAR everything e xcept t heworkpiece a nd
related support d evices offtheworktable b efore
turning themitresawon.
o SECURE WORK. U seclamps or a viseto hetp
holdtheworkwhenit _spractical.
48. USE EXTRA CAUTION with large, very small or
awkward workpieces:
o
USE extra supports (tables. saw horses, blocks,
etc.) for any workpieces large enough to tip
when not held down to tile table top.
o
NEVER use anoiher person as a substitute for a
table extension, or as additional support for a
workpiece that is longer or wider than the basic
m_tre saw table, or io help feecl, support or pull
the workpiece.
o
DO NOT USE this saw to cut pieces too small to
let you easily hold the work.
*
WHEN CUTTING irregularly shaped workpieces,
plan your work so it will not slip and pinch the
blade and be torn from your hands. A piece of
molding, for example, must lie flat or be held by
a fixture or jig that will not let it twist, rock or slip
while being cut.
o
PROPERLY SUPPORT round material such as
dowel rods, or tubing. They have a tendency to
roll while being cut, causing the blade to "bite".
To avoid this, always use a fixture designed to
properly hold your workpiece.
WHEN THE SAW IS RUNNmNG
49. BEFORE STARTmNG your cut, watch the mitre saw
while it runs. If it makes an unfamiliar noise or
vibrates a lot, stop immedJately. Turn the saw OFR
Unplug the saw. Do not restart unbl finding and
correcting the problem.
50. KEEP CHBLDREN AWAY. Keep a!l visitors a safe
distance from the mitre saw. Make sure bystanders
are clear of the mitre saw and workpiece.
51. LETTHE
BLADE reach full speed before cutting.
This will help avoid thrown workpieces.
52. DON'T FORCE THE TOOL. tt will do the job better
and safer at its designed rate. Feed the saw into the
workpiece only fast enough to let the blade cut without
bogging down or binding.
53. BEFORE FREEING JAMMED MATERIAL:
,
TURN mitre saw OFF by releasing trigger switch.
WAmTfor all moving parts to stop.
•
UNPLUG the mitre saw.
54. AFTER FINISHmNG A CUT:
o
KEEP holding the cutting head down.
RELEASE the switch, keeping the cutting head
down, and walt for all moving parts to stop before
moving your hands.
SAVE THESE
o
iF BLADE doesn't stop within 6 seconds, unplug
the saw and foltow ihe instructions in the
TROUBLESHOOTING
GUIDE for iixlng the blade
brake before using the saw again.
55. BEFORE LEAVING THE SAW:
NEVER LEAVE the tool runnnlg unattended.
Turn Ihe power OFR WaR for all moving parts
to stop.
o
iWAKE WORKSHOP
child proof. Lock the shol:_
Disconnect master swdches. Store the tool away
from childron and others not quahfied [o use the
tool.
56. NEVER
unplug
the saw with the switch in _lle ON
posibon.
57. DISCONNECT
the saw from the power source and
clean the machine before leaving if. MAKE SURE [he
work area is clean before leaving the machine.
ELECTRICAL
REQU RE[v E .
POWER SUPPLY
AND MOTOR
SPECiFiCATiONS
The AC motor used in this saw is a universal, nonreverspble
type. See "MOTOR" in the PRODUCT
SPECIFICATIONS
section on page 2.
To avoid electrical hazards, fire hazards, or damage [o lhe
tool, use proper circuit protection. Your saw is wired at the
factory [or 120V operation. Connect to a 120V, 15 Amp
circuit and use a 15 Amp time delay fuse or circLntbreaker.
To avoid shock or fire, if power cord is worn or cut, or
damaged in any way, have it replaced immediately.
DOUBLE _NSULATED
The mitre saw is double insulated to provide a double
thickness of insulabon between you and the tool's electncal
system. All exposed metal parts are isolated from the
internal metal motor components with protecbng insulation.
Replacement
parts - When servicing use only identical
replacement parts.
Polarized
plugs - This saw has a plug that looks like the
one shown below:
To reduce the risk. of electrical shock, _his saw has a
polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). _hls
plug will Ii[ m a polarized ouile[ only one way. II the plug
does no! fit [u!ly Jn Ihe outlet, reverse the piug. it Rstill
does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to mslall the
proper outleL Do not chan.ge the plug in any way.
Double insulation does not take the place ol normal safety
precautions when operabng [!_is tooi.
To avoid electrocution:
i.
Use only identical repiacement parts when serwcmg a
toot with double insulation. Servicing should be
pel!ormecl by a qualit:ied technician.
2.
Do not use power tools in wet or damp areas or
expose them to rain.
This !ool is intended for indoor use only.
MOTOR SAFETY
PROTECTION
IMPORTANT: -Foavoid motor damage, l.his motor
should be blown out or vacLIumed frequently to keel)
sawdust from interfering with normal motor ventilation.
.
.
.
4.
CONNECT [his tool to a 120V, 15 Amp branch arcuit
with a 15 Amp [!me delay fuse or cwcuit breaker.
Using the wrong size fuse can damage the motor.
tF the motor won't start, release the trigger switch
immediately. UNPLUG TIdE TOOL. Check the saw
blade to make sure it turns freely. !i: the blade is free.
try to start the motor again. If the motor still does not
start, refer to the TROUBLESHOOTING
GU_'DE.
IF [he motor suddenly stalls while cutting wood.
release the [rigger switch, unplug the too!, and free
the blade from [he wood. The saw may now be
restarted and the cut finished.
FUSES may "blow" or circuit breakers may trip
frequen!ly it:
a.
MOTOR is overloaded. Overloading can occur il:
you feed [oo rapidly or make [oo many start /
stops in a short brae.
b.
LINE VOLTAGE is more than 10% above or
below the nameplate voltage. For heavy loads,
however, the voltage at motor terminals must
equal the voltage specified on the nameplate.
c.
iMPROPER
or dutl saw blades are used.
5.
MOST
motor troubles
may be traced
to loose or
incorrect
connections,
overload,
iow voltage
(such as
small size wire in the supply
circuit)
or to overly
long
supply circuit wire. Always check iEheconnechons,
the
load and [he supply
clrcufl if the motor doesn't
work
well. Check wire sizes and teng[lq with the Extension
Cord Chnr[
below.
GUIDELINES
FOR EXTENS_OI1 CORDS
USE PROPER EXi'E_\_S_ON CORDL Make sure yOLW
extension cord is in good condibon. When using an
extension cord, be sure [o use one heavy enough to carry
the current your procluc[ will draw. An undersized cord will
cause a drop in !ine voltage, resulting in loss of power and
cause ovedqeating. The table below shows the correci size
to use depending on cord length end nameplate ampere
rahng. I1: i n cloubt, use tlqe next heavier gauge. The smaller
the gauge number, the heavier _he cord.
Be s_._re your extension
cord is properly wired and m
good condition. Always replace a damaged extension cord
or have it repaired by a qualified person before using it.
Protect your extension cords from sharp objects, excessive
tqea[ and damp or wet areas.
Use a separate electrical circuit for your tools. This cwcuit
must not be less than #12 wire and should be protected
with a !5 Amp time lag fuse. Before connechng the motor
to the power line, make sure the switch is m the OFF
position and the electric current is rated the same as the
current stamped on the motor nameptaie. Running at a
lower voltage will damage the motor.
(when using 120 volts onfy_
Ampere
Rating
! Tota_ ienglh of cord in fee__
mo_e
than
not
mare
than
T 25'
50'
] 00'
150'
4-
0
6
! _8
i6
!6
14
6
10
I 18
16
14
12
10
I2
I 16
16
14
12
12
16
14
12
Not _ecommended
CAUTION: In all cases, make certain the receptacle in
question is properly groLmcled. If you are not sure have a
certified electrician check the receptacle.
Tt_is sliding mitre saw is for indoor use only. Do not
expose to rain or use in damp locations.
SAVE THESE
_NSTRUC 0iONS
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