23. DIRECTION OF FEED, Feed work into a blade or cutter
against the direction of rotation of the blade or cutter
only
24. WARNING: Dust generated from certain materials can
be injurious to your health. Always operate saw in welt
ventilated areas and provide for proper dust removal.
SPECIFIC SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
FOR THE TABLE SAW
1.
ALWAYS USE SAW BLADE GUARD spreader and
anti-kickback pawls for every operation for which
they can be used, including through-sawing
Through-sawing
operations are those in which the
blade cuts completely through the workpiece
when ripping or cross-cutting.
2.
ALWAYS HOLD THE WORK FIRMLY against the
miter gauge or rip fence.
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USE A PUSH STICK when required Always use a
push stick for ripping narrow stock Refer to ripping
applications
in the instruction manual where the
push stick is covered in detail. See the push stick
pattern included in this Owner's Manual
NEVER PERFORM ANY OPERATION
"FREE HAND", which means using your hands
only to support or guide the workpiece. Always
use either the fence or-the miter gauge to position
and guide the work.
NEVER STAND or have any part of your body
in line with the path of the saw blade. Keep your
hands out of the line of the saw blade_
6.
NEVER REACH behind or' over the cutting toot
for any reason.
7.
REMOVE the rip fence when cross-cutting
8.
DO NOT USE molding head set with this saw
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FEED WORK INTOTHE
BLADE against the
direction of rotation only.
10. NEVER use the fence as a cut-off gauge when
cross-cutting.
11. NEVER ATTEMPT TO FREE A STALLED SAW
BLADE without first turning the saw OFE Turn
power switch OFF immediately to prevent motor
damage..
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PROVIDE ADEQUATE SUPPORT to the rear and
sides of the saw table for wide or long workpieces,
AVOID KICKBACKS
(work thrown back towards
you) by keeping the blade sharp, keeping the rip
fence parallel to the saw blade, and by keeping the
spreader, anti-kickback pawls, and guard in place
and functioning
Do not release work before it is
pushed all the way past the saw blade. Do not rip
work that is twisted, warped, or does not have a
straight edge to guide along the fence
AVOID AWKWARD OPERATIONS
and hand
positions where a sudden slip could cause your
hand to move into the cutting tool.
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NEVER USE SOLVENTS to clean plastic parts.
Solvents could possibly dissolve or otherwise
damage the material Only a soft damp cloth should
be used to clean plastic parts
16.
17.
MOUNT your table saw before performing any
cutting operations. Refer to installation instructions
NEVER CUT METALS or materials which may make
hazardous dust
t8_ ALWAYS USE IN A WELL VENTILATED AREA,
Remove saw dust frequently Clean out sawdust
from the interior of the saw to prevent a potential fire
hazard
i9. NEVER LEAVE THE TOOL running unattended,
Don't leave the tool until it comes to a complete stop
20. For proper' operation follow the instructions of this
owner's manual titled "SAW MOUNTED TO WORK
SURFACES" Failure to provide sawdust fall-through
and removal hole will allow sawdust to build up in
the motor area, which may result in a fire hazard or
cause motor damage.
ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS
POWER SUPPLY AND MOTOR
SPECIFICATIONS
To avoid electrical hazards, fire hazards, or damage to
the tool, use proper circuit protection, Use a separate
electrical circuit for your tools. Your saw is wired at the
factory for 120V operation. Connect to a 120V, 15 Amp
circuit and use a t 5 Amp time delay fuse or circuit
breaker To avoid shock or fire, if power cord is worn or
cut, or damaged in any way, have it replaced
immediately
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS