SPECiFiC SAFETY mNSTRUCTmONS FOR
THiS COMPOUND MINTER SAW
1.USE ONLY
When using carbide tipped blades, make sure they have a negative hook angle.
IMPORTANT: DO NOT USE THIN KERF BLADES- they can deflect and contact guard and can cause possible injury to the operator.
2.DO NOT operate the miter saw until it is completely assembled and installed according to these instructions.
3.tF YOU ARE NOT thoroughly familiar with the operation of miter saws, seek guidance from your supervisor, instructor, or other qualified person.
4.ALWAYS hold the work firmly against the fence and table. DO NOT perform any operation free hand (use clamp wherever possible).
5.KEEP BANDS out of the path of the saw blade. If the workpiece you are cutting would cause your hands to be within
workpiece should be clamped in place before making the cuL
6.BE SURE the blade is sharp runs freely and is free of vibration.
7.ALLOW the motor to come up to ful! speed before starting a cut.
8.KEEP THE MOTOR AIR SLOTS OLEAN and free of chips or dust.
9.ALWAYS MAKE SURE all handles are tight before cutting, even if the table is positioned in one of the positive stops.
10.BE SURE both the blade and the co!lar are clean and the arbor bolt is tightened securely.
11 .USE only blade collars specified for your saw.
12.NEVER use blades larger in diameter than 10 inches.
13.NEVER apply lubricants to the blade when it is running.
14.ALWAYS check the blade for cracks or damage before operation. Replace a cracked or damaged blade immediately.
15.NEVER use blades recommended for operation at less than 4800 RPM.
1&ALWAYS keep the blade guards in place and use at al! times.
17NEVER reach around the saw blade.
18MAKE SURE the blade is not contacting the workpiece before the switch is turned ON.
19.IMPORTANT: After completing the cut, release the trigger and wait for the blade to stop before returning the saw to the raised position.
20MAKE SURE the blade has come to a complete stop before removing or securing the workpiece, changing the workpiece angle, or changing the angle of the blade.
21 .NEVER cut metals or masonry products with this tool. This miter saw is designed for use on wood and
22NEVER cut small pieces. If the workpiece being cut would cause your hand or fingers to be within
2&PROVIDE adequate support to the sides of the saw table for long work pieces.
24NEVER use the miter saw in an area with flammable liquids or gases.
25NEVER use solvents to clean plastic parts. Solvents
could possibly dissolve or otherwise damage the material
26SHUT OFF the power before servicing or adjusting the tool
27DISCONNECT the saw from the power source and clean the machine when finished using.
28MAKE SURE the work area is clean before leaving the machine.
29SHOULD any part of your miter saw be missing, damaged, or fail in any way, or any electrical component fail to perform properly, lock the switch and remove the plug from the power supply outleL Replace missing, damaged, or failed parts before resuming operation.
POWER SUPPLY AND MOTOR SPECIFICATIONS The AC motor used in this saw is a universal, nonreversible type. See "MOTOR" in the "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section on page 2.
[A WARNING]
To avoid electrical hazards, fire hazards, or damage to the too!, use proper circuit protection. Your saw is wired at the factory for 120V operation. Connect to a 120V, 15 Amp circuit and use a 15 amp. time delay fuse or circuit breaker. To avoid shock or fire, if power cord is worn or cut, or damaged in any way, have it replaced immediately.