SAFETY mNSTRUCTmONS FOR BASmC SAW OPERATmON
BEFORE USING THE MITER SAW
IAWARNINGn
To avoid mistakes thatcould cause serious,
permanent injury, do not plug the toolin until the following steps are completed:
,Completely assemble and adjust the sew, following the instructions. (ASSEMBLY AND ADJUSTMENTS)
,Learn the use and function of the ON/OFF switch,
stop latch, bevel lock handle, end cover plate
screws.
,Review and understand all safety instructions and operating procedures in this Operator's Manual (SAFETY & OPERATIONS)
,Reviewthe MAINTENANCE and TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE for your miter saw.
,To avoid injury or possible death from etectricaJ shock:
Make sure your fingers do not touch the plug's metal prongs when plugging or unplugging your miter saw. (ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS AND SAFETY)
BEFORE EACH USE INSPECT YOUR SAW.
Disconnect the miter saw. To avoid injury from accidental starting, unplug the saw before any adjustments, including
,Compare the direction of rotation arrow on the guard to the direction arrow on the blade. The
blade teeth should always point downward st the front of the saw.
,Tighten the arbor bolt.
,Tighten the cover plate screw.
,Check for damaged parts. Check for:
Alignment of moving psAs
Damaged electric cords
Binding of moving parts
,Mounting holes
,Function of arm return spring and lower guard:
Push the cutting arm all the way down, then let it rise until it stops. The lower guard should fully ctose. Follow instructions in TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE for adjustment if necessary.
,Other conditions that may affect the way the miter saw works.
Keep all guards in place, in working order and proper adjustment. If any part of this miter saw
is missing, bent damaged or broken in any way, or any electrical parts don't work, turn the saw off and unplug it. Replace damaged, missing, or defective parts before using the saw again.
,Maintain tools with care. Keep the miter saw clean for best and safest performance. Follow instructions for lubricating. Don't put lubricants on the blade while it'sspinning.
Remove adjusting wrench from the tool before turning it on.
,To avoid injury from jams, slips, or thrown pieces:
USE ONLY RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES
Consult the ACCESSORIES and ATTACHMENTS
section of this Operators Manual for recommended accessories. Follow the
instructions that come with the accessory. The use of improper accessories may cause risk of injury to persons.
,Choose the correct 10 inch diameter blade for the
material and the type of cutting you plan to do. Do not use thin kerf blades.
,Make sure the blade is sharp, undamaged and properly aligned. With the saw unplugged, push the cutting arm sH the way down. Manually spin the blade and check for clearance. Tilt the power-
head to s 45° bevel and repeat the test.
Make sure the btede and arbor collars are clean. Make sure all clamps and !ocks ere tight and there is no excessive play in any parts.
KEEPYOUR WORK AREA CLEAN
Cluttered areas and benches invite accidents.
[J& WARNING 1
To avoid burns or other fire damage, never use the miter saw near fmsmmsble Hquids, vapors, or gases.
Plan ahead to protect your eyes, hands, face end
esrs.
,Know your miter saw.
Read and understand the Operator's Manual and labels affixed to the tool Learn its application and limitations as wen as the specific potential hazards peculiar to this tool. To avoid injury from eccidentsJ contact with moving parts, don't do layout, assembly, or setup work on the miter saw while any parts are moving.
,Avoid accidental starting
Make sure the trigger switch is disengaged
before plugging the miter saw into e power outtet.
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