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• DO-Be sure all blade and clamp washers are clean and
recessed sides of collars are against blade. Tighten arbor
screw securely.
• DO-Keep saw blade sharp.
• DO-Keep motor air slots free of chips and dirt.
• DO-Use blade guards at all times.
• DO-Keep hands out of path of saw blade.
• DO-Shut off power, disconnect cord from power source
and wait for saw blade to stop before servicing or
adjusting tool.
• DO-Support long work with an outboard tool rest.
• DO-Use only 10 inch diameter blades.
• DON'T-Attempt to operate on anything but designated
voltage.
• DON'T-Operate unless all clamp handles are tight.
• DON'T-Use blades larger or smaller than those which are
recommended.
• DON'T-Wedge anything against fan to hold motor shaft.
• DON'T-Force cutting action. (Stalling or partial stalling of
motor can cause major damage. Allow motor to reach full
speed before cutting.)
• DON'T-Cut ferrous metals (Those with any iron or steel
content) or any masonry.
• DON'T-Use abrasive wheels. The excessive heat and
abrasive particles generated by them will damage saw.
• DON'T-Allow anyone to stand behind saw.
• DON'T-Apply lubricants to the blade when it's running.
• DON'T-Place either hand in the blade area when the saw
is connected to the power source.
• DON'T-Use blades rated less than 5500 R.P.M.
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• DON'T-Attempt to cut small pieces (hand within 6" of
blade) without clamping.
• DON'T-Operate saw without guards in place.
• DON'T-Perform any operation freehand.
• DON'T-Reach around or behind saw blade.
• DON'T-Place hands closer than 6 inches from the saw
blade.
• DON'T-Reach underneath the saw unless it is turned off
and unplugged. The saw blade is exposed on the
underside of the saw.
• DON'T-Move either hand from saw or workpiece or raise
arm until blade has stopped.
• DON'T-Use without Kerf Plate or when kerf slot is wider
than 3/8".
WARNING: Some dust created by power sanding, sawing,
grinding, drilling, and other construction activities contains
chemicals known to cause cancer, birth defects or other
reproductive harm. Some examples of these chemicals are:
• lead from lead-based paints,
• crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other
masonry products, and
• arsenic and chromium from chemically-treated lumber.
(CCA)
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 those dust masks that are specially designed to
filter out microscopic particles.
• Avoid prolonged contact with dust from power sanding,
sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction activities.
Wear protective clothing and wash exposed areas with soap
and water. Allowing dust to get into your mouth, eyes, or lay on the
skin may promote absorption of harmful chemicals.
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If you have any questions, call 1-800-54-HOW-TO.