working outdoors. Wear protecting hair covering to contain long hair.
9.Use safety glasses and hearing protection. Also use face or dust mask if the cutting operation is dusty.
10.Connect dust extraction equipment.
If devices are provided for the connection of dust extraction and collection facilities ensure these are connected and properly used.
11.Do not abuse the cord.
Never carry the tool by the cord or yank it to disconnect it from the socket. Keep the cord away from heat, oil and sharp edges.
12.Secure work.
Use clamps or a vice to hold the work. It is safer than using your hand and it frees both hands to operate the tool.
13.Do not overreach.
Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
14.Maintain tools with care.
Keep cutting tools sharp and clean for better and safer performance. Follow instructions for lubrication and changing accessories. Inspect tool cord periodically and if damaged have it repaired by an authorized service facility. Inspect extension cords periodically and replace, if damaged. Keep handles dry, clean and free from oil and grease.
15.Disconnect tools.
When not in use, before servicing and when changing accessories such as blades, bits and cutters.
16.Remove adjusting keys and wrenches.
Form the habit of checking to see that keys and adjusting wrenches are removed from the tool before turning it on.
17.Avoid unintentional starting.
Do not carry a
18.Use outdoor extension leads.
When tool is used outdoors, use only extension cords intended for outdoor use.
19.Stay alert.
Watch what you are doing. Use common sense. Do not operate tool when you are tired.
20.Check damaged parts.
Before further use of the tool, a guard or other part that is damaged should be carefully checked to determine that it will operate properly and perform its intended function. Check for alignment of moving parts, free running of moving parts, breakage of parts, mounting and any other conditions that may affect its operation. A guard or other part that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced by an authorized service center unless otherwise indicated in this
instruction manual. Have defective switches replaced by an authorized service facility. Do not use the tool if the switch does not turn it on and off.
21.Warning.
The use of any accessory or attachment, other than those recommended in this instruction manual or the catalog, may present a risk of personal injury.
22.Have your tool repaired by a qualified person. This electric tool is in accordance with the relevant safety requirements. Repairs should only be carried out by qualified persons using original spare parts, otherwise this may result in considerable danger to the user.
ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES FOR TOOL
1.Wear eye protection.
2.Keep hands out of path of saw blade. Avoid contact with any coasting blade. It can still cause severe injury.
3.Do not operate saw without guards in place. Check blade guard for proper closing before each use. Do not operate saw if blade guard does not move freely and close instantly. Never clamp or tie the blade guard into the open position.
4.Do not perform any operation freehand. The workpiece must be secured firmly against the turn base and guide fence with the vise during all operations. Never use your hand to secure the workpiece.
5.Never reach around saw blade.
6.Turn off tool and wait for saw blade to stop before moving workpiece or changing settings.
7.Unplug tool before changing blade or servicing.
8.Always secure all moving portions before carrying the tool.
9.Stopper pin which locks the cutter head down is for carrying and storage purposes only and not for any cutting operations.
10.Do not use the tool in the presence of flammable liquids or gases.
11.Check the blade carefully for cracks or damage before operation.
Replace cracked or damaged blade immediately.
12.Use only flanges specified for this tool.
13.Be careful not to damage the arbor, flanges (especially the installing surface) or bolt. Damage to these parts could result in blade breakage.
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