operation
Start-up Procedure
NOTICE
Read and fully understand this manual before starting or attempting to operate the saw.
Before starting the saw’s electric motor make sure that the Safety, General Information, and
NOTICE
ALWAYS use the water feed system unless special dry cut blades are being used. If dry cutting is required, disconnect water pump.
WARNING
ALWAYS wear approved eye and hearing protection before operating the saw.
WARNING
NEVER place hands or feet inside the belt guard or blade guard while the motor is running. ALWAYS shut the motor down before performing any kind of maintenance
WARNING
NEVER place hands and fingers near the cutting blade. The possibility exists of severe bodily harm if hands and fingers come in contact with rotating saw blade.
WARNING
ALWAYS ensure that the cutting blade has been mounted correctly.
DANGER
NEVER touch a live power cord with wet hands.The possibility exists of electrical shock, electrocution which could cause severe bodily harm, even death.
WARNING
NEVER lift the blade guard while the blade is rotating. The possibility exists of severe bodily harm if fingers or hands come in contact with the rotating saw blade. Wait for the blade to stop rotating before lifting the blade guard.
1.Place the material to be cut (Figure 15) on the cutting table against the backstop.
CUTTING
TABLE
MATERIAL
BACKSTOP
Figure 15. Material Placement
DANGER
ALWAYS be alert to the fact that there is a rotating blade on the saw and be extremely aware of your body position — especially your hands in relationship to the rotating blade. The possibility exists of severe bodily harm or even death if your body comes in contact with the rotating saw blade.
2.Turn the power ON/OFF switch (Figure 16) to the ON position with the blade away from the material to be cut, the cutting blade should begin to rotate. Before cutting remember to follow all safety rules referenced in this manual.
Figure 16. Power ON/OFF Switch (ON)
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