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44. GUARD AGAINST KICKBACK.
Kickback occurs when the saw stalls rapidly and is driven back towards the operator.
Release switch immediately if blade binds or saw stalls.
Keep blades sharp.
Support large panels as shown in Fig. 1.
Use fence or straight edge guide when ripping.
Don't force tool.
Stay alert exercise control.
Don't remove saw from work during a cut while the blade is moving.
45. LOWER GUARD.
Raise lower guard with the retracting handle (Lever).
46. ADJUSTMENTS.
Before cutting be sure depth and bevel adjustments are tight.
47. USE ONLY CORRECT BLADES IN MOUNTING.
Do not use blades with incorrect size holes. Never use defective or incorrect blade
washers or bolts.
48. AVOID CUTTING NAILS.
Inspect for and remove all nails from lumber before cutting.
49. DO NOT RUN THE SAW WHILE CARRYING IT AT YOUR SIDE.
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A TYPICAL ILLUSTRATION OF PROPER HAND SUPPORT.
WORK SUPPORT, AND SUPPLY CORD ROUTING
Fig. 2