Safety Information - Kobalt SM1850LW User Manual

SAFETY INFORMATION

GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION
PROPOSITION 65 WARNING
Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling and other construction activities contains
chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.
Some examples of these chemicals are:
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Lead from lead-based paints,
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Crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products, and
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Arsenic and chromium from chemically-treated lumber.
Your risk from these exposures varies depending on how often you do this type of work. To reduce
your exposure to these chemicals: work in a well ventilated area and work with approved safety
equipment, such as dust masks that are specially designed to filter out microscopic particles.
Handling the power cord on this product may expose you to chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.
CAUTION
● Use only the accessories recommended for this miter saw. Follow instructions that accompany the
accessories. Use of improper accessories may cause injury.
● The use of any cutting tool except 7-1/4 in. saw blades is prohibited. Do not use accessories such
as shaper cutters or dado sets. Ferrous metal cutting, the use of abrasive wheels and the cutting
of masonry products are prohibited.
● Do not attempt to modify this tool or create accessories not recommended for use with this tool. Any
such alteration or modification is misuse and could result in a hazardous condition leading to possible
serious injury.
WARNING
To avoid the risk of personal injury, do not modify this power tool or use accessories not recommended
to fit your tool.
WARNING
Read warnings and conditions on your CARBIDE TIPPED SAW BLADE.
● Do not operate the saw without the proper saw blade guard in place.
● Carbide is a very hard but brittle material. Care should be taken while mounting, using and storing
carbide tipped blades to prevent accidental damage.
● Slight shocks, such as striking the tip, can seriously damage the blade. Foreign objects in the
workpiece, such as wire or nails, can also cause tips to crack or break off.
● Before using, always visually examine the blade and tips for bent teeth, cracks, breakage, missing
or loose tips, or other damage.
● Do not use if damage is suspected. Failure to heed safety instructions and warnings can result in
serious bodily injury or loss of eyesight.
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