614 Dry Cut Saw
cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some examples of these chemicals are:
•lead from
•crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products
•arsenic and chromium from
Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on how often you do this type of work. To reduce your expo- sure 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 micro- scopic particles.
Tool Use and Care
•Use clamps or other practical way to secure and support the workpiece to a stable platform. Holding the workpiece by hand or against your body is unsta- ble and may lead to loss of control.
•Do not force tool. Use the correct tool for your application. The correct tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it is designed.
•Do not use tool if switch does not turn it ON or OFF. Any tool that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
•Disconnect the plug from the power source before making any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing the tool. Such preventive safety mea- sures reduce the risk of starting the tool accidentally.
•Store idle tools out of the reach of children and other untrained persons. Tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
•Maintain tools with care. Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control.
•Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, and any other condition that may affect the tool's operation.If damaged, have the tool serviced before using. Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained tools.
•Use only accessories that are recommended by the manufacturer for your model. Accessories that may be suitable for one tool may become hazardous when used on another tool.
•Inspect tool and extension cords periodically and replace if damaged. Damaged cords increase the risk of electrical shock.
•Keep handles dry and clean; free from oil and grease. Allows for better control of the tool.
Service
•Tool service must be performed only by qualified repair personnel. Service or maintenance performed by unqualified repair personnel could result in injury.
•When servicing a tool, use only identical replace- ment parts. Follow instructions in the Maintenance Section of this manual. Use of unauthorized parts or failure to follow maintenance instructions may create a risk of electrical shock or injury.
Specific Safety Information
WARNING
Read this operator’s manual carefully before using the 614 Dry Cut Saw. Failure to understand and fol- low the contents of this manual may result in electrical shock, fire and/or serious personal injury.
Call the Ridge Tool Company, Technical Service Department at (800)
Dry Cut Saw Safety
•Wear safety glasses and ear protection. Protects eyes from foreign objects. Prevents loss of hearing.
•Keep all guards in place and in working order. Never clamp or tie guard in the open position. Exposed blade increases the risk of injury.
•Set up the dry cutting saw on a flat, level sur- face. Be sure the saw is stable. Will prevent tipping of the unit.
•Always clamp the workpiece with vise. Do not perform any operation freehand. Prevents loss of control of the workpiece.
•Do not place either hand in the working area when tool is connected to power source. Never reach around or in back of the saw blade. Increases the risk of injury.
•Allow motor to reach full speed before cutting. Prevents stalling of motor.
•Use only
•Workpiece must be cut off against the direction of the saw only. Prevents workpiece from being thrown.
•Be sure
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