Chicago Electric 91938 operating instructions For technical questions, please call

2.The Swing Guard (53) should be retracted manually only for special cuts such as “Pocket Cuts) and “Compound Cuts.” Raise the Swing Guard (53) only enough to begin the cut. As soon as the Cut-Off Wheel enters the material, the Swing Guard (53) must be released. For all other sawing, the Swing Guard (53) should be allowed to operate automatically.

3.The Saw is not to be used for any cutting in the locked down position. The Saw should be locked down position only for carrying and storage.

4.Always use Cut-Off Wheels with a 14” diameter, 1” arbor hole, and rated at a minimum of 3750 RPM. Cut-Off Wheels that do not match the mounting hardware of the Saw or that are rated at less than the Saw’s maximum RPM may fly off the

Saw or may run eccentrically, causing loss of control.

5.Never use damaged or incorrect Cut- Off Wheel washers or bolts. The Cut- Off Wheel’s washers and bolts were specially designed for your Saw, for optimum performance and safety of operation.

6.Do not use the included Cut-Off Wheel to cut aluminum, copper, brass, or other non-ferrous metals. The included Cut- Off Wheel is designed to cut only ferrous (iron containing) metals such as steel alloys and cast iron. If using other Cut- Off Wheels, only use them on materials that the manufacturer recommends.

7.Before using the Cut-Off Saw, make sure the Cut-Off Wheel is properly mounted on the saw spindle. Make sure the Cut- Off Wheel is balanced and is not broken or bent.

8.Wear eye protection.

9.Use grinding wheel suitable for speed of cut-off saw.

10.Replace cracked wheel immediately.

11.Do not overtighten wheel nut.

12.Use only flanges furnished with the cut- off saw.

13.Frequently clean grinding dust from beneath cut-off saw.

14.Wear a full face shield over ANSI- approved safety goggles during use.

15.Do not operate with ANY guard disabled, damaged, or removed. Moving guards must move freely and close instantly.

16.The use of accessories or attachments not recommended by the manufacturer may result in a risk of injury to persons.

17.When servicing use only identical replacement parts.

18.Only use safety equipment that has been approved by an appropriate standards agency. Unapproved safety equipment may not provide adequate protection. Eye protection must be ANSI-approved and breathing protection must be

NIOSH-approved for the specific hazards in the work area.

19.Industrial applications must follow OSHA guidelines.

20.Maintain labels and nameplates on the tool. These carry important safety information. If unreadable or missing, contact Harbor Freight Tools for a replacement.

21.Avoid unintentional starting. Prepare to begin work before turning on the tool.

22.People with pacemakers should consult their physician(s) before use.

Electromagnetic fields in close proximity to heart pacemaker could cause

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