Additional Safety Rules - Makita LS1211 Instruction Manual

ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES
1. Wear eye protection.
2. Do
n o t operate saw without guards
in
place.
3.
Don't use the t o o l i n the presence of flammable liquids or gases.
4. Check the blade carefully for cracks or damage before operation.
5.
Use only flanges specified for this tool.
6.
Be careful not t o damage the arbor, flanges (especially the installing surface)
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7. Make sure that the turn base is properly secured so it w i l l not move during
8.
For your safety, remove the chips, small pieces, etc. from the table top before
9.
Avoid cutting nails. Inspect for and remove all nails from the workpiece before
Replace cracked or damaged blade immediately.
or bolt. Damage t o these parts could result
in
blade breakage.
operation.
operation.
operation.
IO.
Make sure the shaft lock is released before the s w i t c h is turned on.
1 1 . Be sure that the blade does not contact the turn base in the lowest position.
12.
Hold the handle firmly. Be aware that the saw moves u p or d o w n slightly
during start-up and stopping.
13.
Do not perform any operation freehand. The workpiece must be secured
firmly against the turn base and guide fence w i t h the vise during all
operations. Never use your hand t o secure the workpiece.
14.
Keep hands out of path of saw blade. Avoid contact w i t h any coasting blade.
It can still cause severe injury.
15. Never reach around saw blade.
16.
Make sure the blade is not contacting
the
workpiece before the s w i t c h is
turned on.
17.
Before using the tool o n an actual workpiece, let it run for a while. Watch
for vibration or wobbling that could indicate poor installation or a poorly
balanced blade.
18. Wait until the blade attains full speed before cutting.
19.
Stop operation immediately i f you notice anything abnormal.
20. Do
n o t attempt t o lock the trigger in the o n position.
21.
Shut o f f power and wait for saw blade t o stop before servicing or adjusting
tool.
22.
Be alert at all times, especially during repetitive, monotonous operations.
Don't be lulled into a false sense of security. Blades are extremely unforgiving.
23. Always use accessories recommended i n this manual. Use of improper
accessories such as abrasive wheels may cause an injury.
24. Don't abuse cord. Never yank cord t o disconnect
it
from the receptacle. Keep
cord away f r o m heat, oil, water and sharp edges.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
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