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SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
FOR BASIC
SAW OPERATION
BEFORE USING THE MITER SAW
To avoid mistakes that could cause serious, permanent
injury, do not plug the miter saw in until the following steps
are completed:
Completely assemble and adjust saw, following the
instructions.(See ASSEMBLY AND
ADJUSTMENTS
Section)
Learn the use and function of the ON/OFF switch,
lock-off switch, upper and lower blade guards, stop
latch, bevel lock handle, and cover plate screw.
(See KNOWYOUR
MITER SAW Section)
Review and understand all safety instructions and
operating procedures in this owner's manual.
(See SAFETY & OPERATIONS Sections)
Review the care and troubleshooting instructions
for your miter saw. (See MAINTENANCE
SecUon)
To avoid injury or death from electrical shock:
Make sure your fingers do not touch the plug's
metal prongs when plugging or unplugging your
miter saw. (See SAFETY - ELECTRICAL
REQUIREMENTS
Section)
BEFORE EACH USE
Inspect your saw.
• Disconnect the miter saw. To avoid injury from
accidental starting, unplug the saw before any
adjustments, including set-up and blade changes.
• Compare the dlrecUon of rotation arrow on the guard
to the direction arrow on the blade. The blade teeth
should always point downward at the front of the saw.
• Tighten the arbor screw.
• Tighten the cover plate screw.
• Check for damaged parts. Check for:
•
Alignment of moving parts
•
Damaged electric cords
•
Binding of moving parts
•
Mounting holes
•
Function of arm return spring and lower guard:
Push the cutting arm all the way down, then let it
rise until it stops. The lower guard should fully
close. Follow instructionsin TROUBLESHOOTING for
adjustment.
•
Other conditions that may affect the way the miter
saw works.
• Keep all guards
In place, in working order and proper
adjustment.
If any part of this miter saw is missing, bent, damaged or
broken in any way, or any electrical parts don't work, turn
the saw off and unplug it. Replace damaged, missing, or
defective parts before using the saw again.
• Maintain tools with care. Keep the miter saw clean for
best and safest performance. Follow instructions for
lubricating, Don't put lubricants on the blade while it's
spinning.
• Remove adjusting wrench from the tool before turning it
on.
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• To avoid Injury from Jams, slips, or thrown plecas:
USE ONLY RECOMMENDED
ACCESSORIES
• Consult the ACCESSORIES
section
of this Owner's
Manual for recommended accessories. Follow the
instructionsthat come with the accessory.The use of
improper accessoriesmay cause risk of injury to persons.
• Choose the right 10 Inch diameter blade for the
material and the type of cutting you plan to do.
• Make sure the blade Is sharp, undamaged and properly
aligned. With the saw unplugged, push the cutting arm
all the way down. Hand spin the blade and check for
clearance.Tilt the cutting head to a 45" bevel and repeat
the check.
• Make sure the blade and arbor collars are clean.
• Make sure all clamps and locks are tight and there is
no excessive play in any parts.
KEEP YOUR WORK AREA CLEAN
Cluttered areas and benches invite accidents. The floor must
not be slippery.
To avoid burns or other fire damage, never use the miter
saw near flammable liquids, vapors, or gases.
• Plan ahead to protect your eyes, hands, face, ears.
• Know your miter saw.
Read and understand the owner's manual and labels
affixed to the tool. Learn its application and limitations as
well as the specific potential hazards peculiar to this tool.
To avoid injury from accidental contact with moving parts,
don't do layout, assembly, or setup work on the miter
saw while any parts are moving,
• Avoid accidental starting.
Make sure the switch is OFF before plugging the miter
saw into a power outlet.
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