OPERATION
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR BASIC SAW OPERATION
BEFORE USING THE MITER SAW
!WARNING
To avoid mistakes that could cause serious, permanent injury, do not plug the tool in until the following steps are completed:
●Completely assemble and adjust the saw, following the instructions. (ASSEMBLY AND
ADJUSTMENTS)
●Learn the use and function of the ON/OFF switch,
●Review and understand all safety instructions and operating procedures in this Operator’s Manual. (SAFETY & OPERATIONS)
●Review the MAINTENANCE and TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE for your miter saw.
●To avoid injury or possible death from electrical shock:
Make sure your fingers do not touch the plug’s metal prongs when plugging or unplugging your miter saw. (ELECTRICAL
EQUIREMENTS 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 at the front of the saw.
●Tighten the arbor bolt.
●Tighten the cover plate screw.
●Check for damaged parts. Check for:
●Alignment of moving parts
●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 close. 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 bent, 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. Do not put lubricants on the blade while it is spinning.
●Remove adjusting wrench from the tool before turning it on.
●To avoid injury from jams, slips, or thrown pieces, use only recommended accessories.
●Check the dust bag before you work. Empty the bag if it is more than
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 in. 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 all the way down. Manually spin the blade and check for clearance. Tilt the
●Make sure the blade and arbor collars are clean.
●Make sure all clamps and locks are tight and there is no excessive play in any parts.
KEEP YOUR WORK AREA CLEAN
Cluttered areas and benches invite accidents.
!WARNING
To avoid burns or other fire damage, never use the miter saw near flammable liquids, vapors, or gases.
●Plan ahead to protect your eyes, hands, face and ears.
●Know your miter saw. Read and understand this Operator’s Manual and labels affixed to this tool. Learn its application and limitations as well as the specific potential hazards peculiar to this tool. To avoid injury from accidental contact with moving parts, do not 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 a power outlet.
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