Table Saw Specific Safety Rules, Tool Care

Tool Care

DO NOT ALTER OR MISUSE TOOL

These tools are precision built. Any alteration or modification not specified is misuse and may result in dangerous conditions.

AVOID GASEOUS AREAS

Do not operate electric tools in gaseous or explosive atmo- spheres. Motors in these tools normally spark, and may re- sult in a dangerous condition.

MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE

Keep tools sharp and clean for better and safer performance. Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories. Inspect tool cords periodically and if damaged, have repaired by authorized service facility. Inspect extension cords periodically and replace if damaged. Keep handles dry, clean and free from oil and grease.

CONNECTING THE TOOL

Before connecting the tool to a power source (receptacle, outlet, etc.), be sure voltage supplied is the same as that specified on the nameplate of the tool. A power source with voltage greater than that specified for the tool can result in serious injury to the user — as well as damage to the tool.

If in doubt, DO NOT PLUG IN THE TOOL. Using a power source with voltage less than the nameplate rating is harmful to the motor.

Use only Skil replacement parts. Any others may create a hazard.

!	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.

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.

Table Saw Specific Safety Rules

Basic Operation and Set Up

Table saws are intended to cut wood, wood like or plastic materials. Do not cut metal with table saws. Plastic and composition (like hardboard) materials may be cut on your saw. However, since these are usually quite hard and slippery, the anti-kickback pawls may not stop a kickback. Therefore, be especially attentive to following proper set-up and cutting procedures for ripping. Do not stand, or permit anyone else to stand, in line with a potential kickback.

Unplug saw before making adjustments, repairs or storing. Accidental start-ups can cause serious personal injury.

Wear eye, ear and dust protection. Dust and particles from cutting should not be inhaled. Eye protection can shield your eyes if small pieces of wood or other objects are thrown back during operation. Power tools are loud in operation, protect your hearing with earplugs or muffs.

Do not wear such items as loose fitting gloves, loose clothing, necktie, or jewelry. Tie back long hair and roll long sleeves above elbows. Loose clothing or jewelry can be caught in rotating parts and you may be dragged into the cutting element of the power tool.

Use the table saw in a well-lit area and on a level surface, clean and smooth enough to reduce the risk of trips and falls. Cluttered work areas are accidents waiting

to happen.

Make sure the floor is clean and non-slippery or non- skid where the table saw is set up. Wear non-slip footwear. If you cannot control your motion, you cannot control the work.

Never turn the saw “ON” before clearing the table of all tools, wood scraps, etc., except the workpiece and related feed or support devices for the operation planned.

To avoid tipping your table saw in operation, BOLT it securely to a stand or workbench. Long workpieces need extra support on the outfeed side such as an auxiliary support or roller stand. Long and heavy pieces may cause the table saw to tip over if not supported properly.

Don’t try to cut large sheets that you cannot guide with the fence or miter gauge. If you cannot see the tabletop under the workpiece, the workpiece is too big for safe cutting with the table saw.

Turn the table saw “OFF” and let the spinning blade stop before attempting to remove cutoff or workpiece from table. You may inadvertently contact the coasting blade.

Use common sense – if your set up doesn’t feel right or is not complete – Don’t attempt the cut! Complete the set up using clamps, feather boards, push sticks, fence, miter gauge, outfeed support, side support or whatever it takes to keep the workpiece moving through the blade cleanly, smoothly and without making contact with you.

Stop operating immediately if any part of your saw is missing, malfunctioning, has been damaged or broken such as the motor switch, or other operating control, a safety device or the power cord. Repair or replace the particular part before operating the table saw again.

Causes and Operator Prevention of Kickback

with a Table Saw:

Kickbacks are caused by operator inattention and misuse of the table saw (i.e. binding the blade, lack of guard, splitter, kickback pawls or use of miter gauge with rip fence).