MITER SAW SAFETY RULES
Always use a clamp or a fixture designed to properly
support round material such as rods or tubing. Rods
have a tendency to roll while being cut, causing the blade
to bite and pull the work with your hand into the blade.
Let the blade reach full speed before contacting the
workpiece. This will reduce the risk of the workpiece
being thrown.
If the workpiece or blade becomes jammed, turn the
mitre saw off. Wait for all moving parts to stop and
disconnect the plug from the power source and/or re-
move the battery pack. Then work to free the jammed
material. Continued sawing with a jammed workpiece
could cause loss of control or damage to the mitre saw.
ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES
Use the proper extension cord. Make sure your extension
cord is in good condition. Use only a cord heavy enough
to carry the current your product will draw. An undersized
cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of
power and overheating. A wire gauge size (A.W.G.) of at
least 14 is recommended for an extension cord 25 feet
or less in length. If in doubt, use the next heavier gauge.
The smaller the gauge number, the heavier the cord.
Inspect tool cords periodically. If damaged, have
repaired by a qualified service technician at an authorized
service facility. Repair or replace a damaged or worn cord
immediately. Stay constantly aware of cord location and
keep it well away from the rotating blade.
Inspect extension cords periodically and replace if
damaged.
Polarized plugs. To reduce the risk of electric shock,
this tool has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the
other). This plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way.
If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug.
If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to install
the proper outlet. Do not change the plug in any way.
Know your power tool. Read the operator's manual
carefully. Learn the applications and limitations as well
as the specific potential hazards related to this tool.
Always wear eye protection with side shields which
is marked to comply with ansi Z87.1 when using this
product. Failure to do so could result in objects being
thrown into your eyes, resulting in possible serious injury.
Never stand on tool. Serious injury could occur if the tool
is tipped or if the cutting tool is unintentionally contacted.
Keep guards in place and in good working order.
After finishing the cut, release the switch, hold the
saw head down and wait for the blade to stop before
removing the cut-off piece. Reaching with your hand
near the coasting blade is dangerous.
Hold the handle firmly when making an incomplete cut
or when releasing the switch before the saw head is
completely in the down position. The braking action of
the saw may to be suddenly pulled downward, causing
a risk of injury.
Save these instructions. Refer to them frequently and
use to instruct other users. If you loan someone this tool,
loan them these instructions also.
Use the right direction of feed. Feed work into a blade,
cutter, or sanding spindle against the direction of rotation
of the blade, cutter, or sanding spindle only.
Never leave tool running unattended. Turn the power
off. Don't leave tool until it comes to a complete stop.
Use only correct blades. Do not use blades with incorrect
size holes. Never use blade washers or blade bolts that
are defective or incorrect. The maximum blade capacity
of your saw is 10 in.
Before making a cut, be sure all adjustments are
secure.
Never touch blade or other moving parts during use.
Double check all setups. Make sure blade is tight and not
making contact with saw or workpiece before connecting
to power supply.
Firmly clamp or bolt your tool to a workbench or table
at approximately hip height.
Make sure the miter table and saw arm (bevel
function) are locked in position before operating
your saw. Lock the miter table by pushing the
miter lock lever down. Lock the saw arm (bevel
function) by securely tightening the bevel lock knob.
Never move the workpiece or make adjustment to any
cutting angle while the saw is running and the blade
is rotating. Any slip can result in contact with the blade
causing serious personal injury.
Avoid awkward operations and hand positions where a
sudden slip could cause your hand to move into the blade.
ALWAYS make sure you have good balance. NEVER
operate your miter saw on the floor or in a crouched
position.
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