Chicago Electric 98265 Owenrs Manual page 5

f. Spreader – A metal plate that follows the
saw blade to keep the kerf (gap) from
closing on the saw blade. Spreaders,
except riving knives, must be aligned to the
blade after blade adjustment to prevent binding.
g. Riving Knife – A spreader mounted on
the same mechanism as the blade.
Generally more effective than simple spreaders.
10. As noted previously, Kickback is a sudden reaction
to a pinched, bound, or misaligned blade,
causing an uncontrolled workpiece to lift up and
out of the saw toward the operator.
Kickback is usually a result of tool
misuse and can be limited or avoided by
following the precautions below:
• Fence must be completely
parallel to the saw blade.
• Workpiece must be free from flaws
and from foreign objects.
11. Do not use a dull or damaged blade.
12. Maintain control of the workpiece. Do not
allow the workpiece to rest against the
moving blade without holding onto it.
• If the blade binds or a cut is interrupted, turn
off the power switch and hold the workpiece
still until the blade stops. Correct the cause
of blade binding before proceeding.
• Before continuing an unfinished cut,
center the blade in the pre-cut kerf and
check that the saw is not engaged into the
workpiece before turning on the saw.
• Push the tile past the blade prior to release.
13. Check guards for proper operation with saw
disconnected from power before each use.
Do not disable any guard. Do not operate
saw if any movable guard does not move
freely and close instantly. Make sure any
movable guard does not touch the blade in
all angles, depths of cut, and positions.
14. Keep the guard in place while through-sawing.
Verify that the spreader lines up with
the blade to prevent binding.
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15. POSITION OF TILE SAW
1. To avoid the possibility of the tool plug or
receptacle getting wet, position tile saw to one
side of a wall mounted receptacle to prevent
water from dripping onto the receptacle or plug.
The user should arrange a "drip loop" in the cord
connecting the saw to a receptacle. The "drip
loop" is that part of the cord below the level of
the receptacle, or the connector if an extension
cord is used, to prevent water traveling along the
cord and coming in contact with the receptacle.
2. If the plug or receptacle does get wet, DON'T unplug
the cord. Disconnect the fuse or circuit breaker
that supplies power to the tool. Then unplug and
examine for presence of water in the receptacle.
EXTENSION cORDS
3. Use only extension cords that are intended for
outdoor use. These extension cords are identified
by a marking "Acceptable for use with outdoor
tools; store indoors while not in use." Use only
extension cords having an electrical rating not
less than the rating of the product. Do not use
damaged extension cords. Examine extension
cord before using and replace if damaged. Do
not abuse extension cords and do not yank
on any cord to disconnect. Keep cord away
from heat and sharp edges. Always disconnect
the extension cord from the receptacle before
disconnecting the product from the extension cord.
4. WARNING – To reduce the risk of electrocution,
keep all connections dry and off the ground.
Do not touch plug with wet hands.
5. Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) protection
should be provided on the circuit(s) or outlet(s)
to be used for the tile saw. Receptacles are
available having built-in GFCI protection and
may be used for this measure of safety.
6. DO NOT OPERATE WITH ANy GUARD
DISABLED, DAMAGED, OR REMOVED. Moving
guards must move freely and close instantly.
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