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Specific Safety Rules for Scroll Saws
Always disconnect the power cord from the power source before making any adjustments or attaching any accessories. Always turn off saw before disconnecting it to avoid accidental start- ing when reconnecting to a power source. You may unexpectedly cause the tool to start leading to serious personal injury.
Never leave tool running unattended. Turn power off. Don't leave tool until it comes to a complete stop.
Never leave the switches in "ON" position. Before plugging the tool in, check that the switches are "OFF". Accidental
Do not use tool if switch does not turn it on and off. Have broken switches replaced by an authorized service center.
Use only Skil scroll saw blades. Use the right blade size, style and cutting speed for the material and the type of cut. Sharp blades minimize stalling and kick- backs. Blade teeth should point down toward the table.
Avoid awkward operations and hand positions and always make sure you have good balance. A sudden slip could cause your hand to move into the blade.
Firmly clamp or bolt your scroll saw station to a stable, level workbench or table. The most com- fortable table height is approximately waist height.
Never stand on tool. Serious injury could occur if the tool is tipped or if the blade is unintentionally con- tacted.
Before making a cut, be sure all adjustments are secure. Loose table or guards could shift in use and cause you to loose control of the workpiece.
Always adjust drop foot to just clear the work- piece. Proper adjustment of the drop foot will help protect your fingers and keep blade breakage to a minimum.
Always support large workpieces while cutting to minimize risk of blade pinching and kickback. Heavy workpiece may cause the table to slip, walk or slide while cutting.
Be sure the blade path is free of nails. Inspect for and remove nails from lumber or workpiece before cutting or sanding.
Keep hands away from cutting area. Do not hand hold pieces so small that your fingers go under the blade guard. Do not reach underneath work or in blade cutting path with your hands and fingers for any reason.
Never start the tool when the blade is in contact with the workpiece. Allow the motor to come up to full speed before starting a cut. Blade in contact with the workpiece on start up will cause it to jump.
Observe and follow correct direction of feed and do not feed the material too quickly. Hold the work firmly against the table. Feed work into a blade against the teeth of the blade. Feeding materi- al too forcefully may cause blade to snap.
Use caution when cutting materials with an irreg- ular
Do not remove jammed cutoff pieces until blade has stopped. Never touch blade or other moving parts during use. Contacting the blade or other moving mechanism may cause injury.
Wear eye protection and respiratory protection. Know how to shut off tool in an emergency. Do not expose to rain or use in damp locations. Grounding required.
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