GENERAL SAFETY RULES
KEEP HANDS AWAY FROM CUTTING AREA. Keep
hands away from wheels. Do not reach underneath work or around or over the wheel while wheel is rotating. Do not attempt to remove cut material when wheel is moving.
WHEEL coasts after being turned off.
NEVER USE IN AN EXPLOSIVE ATMOSPHERE. Normal sparking of the motor could ignite fumes.
Inspect TOOL CORDS periodically. If dam- aged, have repaired by a qualified service technician at an authorized service facility. The conductor with insulation having an outer surface that is green with or without yellow stripes is the
Inspect EXTENSION CORDS periodically and replace if damaged.
GROUND ALL TOOLS. If tool is equipped with three- prong plug, it should be plugged into a
CHECK WITH A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN or service personnel if the grounding instructions are not completely understood or if in doubt as to whether the tool is properly grounded.
Use only correct electrical devices:
DO NOT MODIFY the plug provided. If it will not fit the outlet, have the proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.
Keep TOOL dry, clean, and free from oil and grease. Always use a clean cloth when cleaning. Never
use brake fluids, gasoline,
STAY ALERT AND EXERCISE CONTROL. Watch what you are doing and use common sense. Do not operate tool when you are tired. Do not rush.
DO NOT USE TOOL IF SWITCH DOES NOT TURN IT ON AND OFF. Have defective switches replaced by an authorized service center.
USE ONLY CORRECT WHEELs. Do not use wheels with incorrect size holes. Never use washers or arbor nuts that are defective or incorrect. The maximum wheel capacity of your saw is 7 in. (178 mm).
Before making a cut, be sure all adjust- ments are secure.
Never touch WHEEL or other moving parts during use.
NEVER START A TOOL WHEN ANY ROTATiNG COM-
PONENT IS IN CONTACT WITH THE WORKPIECE.
DO NOT operate A tool while under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or any medication.
When servicing use only identical replacement parts. Use of any other parts may create a hazard or cause product damage.
Use only recommended accessories listed in this manual or addendums. Use of accessories that are not listed may cause the risk of personal injury. Instruc- tions for safe use of accessories are included with the accessory.
DOUBLE CHECK ALL SETUPS. Make sure blade is tight and not making contact with saw or workpiece before connecting to power supply.
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