GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Read this owner's manual completely and make sure you understand all of it's safety guidelines.
1.KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE and in working order.
2.REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS & WRENCHES. Before turning on the tile saw, make sure the keys and adjusting wrenches have been removed.
3.KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas and benches invite accidents.
4.ALWAYSREMAIN ALERT WHEN THE SAW IS IN USE. Inattention on the part of the operator may lead to serious injury.
5.DON’T USE IN A DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT. Don’t use power tools in damp or wet locations or expose them to rain. Keep work area well lit.
6.KEEP CHILDREN AWAY. All visitors should remain at a safe distance from work area.
7.MAKE WORKSHOP
8.USE THE RIGHT TOOL. Don’t force a tool or attachment to do a job for which it was not designed.
9.USE THE PROPER EXTENSION CORD. Make sure your extension cord is in good condition. When using an extension cord, be sure to use one heavy enough to carry the current your product will draw. An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of power and overheating. Table (see Table 1) shows the correct size to use depending on cord length and nameplate ampere rating. If in doubt, use the next heavier gauge. The smaller the gauge number, the heavier the cord.
10.DON’T FORCE THE TOOL. It has been designed to operate at maximum safety and performance levels.
11.DO NOT FORCETHE MATERIAL BEING CUT. Always let the blade cut at its own speed.
12.WEAR PROPER APPAREL. Do not wear loose clothing, neckties, rings, bracelets or other jewelry which may get caught in moving parts.
13.ALWAYSUSE SAFETY GLASSES. Also use face or dust mask for commercial cutting operations. Everyday eyeglasses only have
14.SECURE WORK. Use clamps or a vise instead of your hand to hold work when practical. This safety precaution allows for proper tool operation using both hands.
15.DON’T OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
16.MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep tools clean and in good working condition for maximum safety performance. Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories.
17.DISCONNECT TOOLS BEFORE SERVICING – when changing accessories, such as blades, bits, cutters, etc.
18.REDUCE THE RISK OF UNINTENTIONAL STARTING. Make sure switch is in OFF position before plugging in.
19.USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. Consult the owner’s manual for recommended accessories. The use of improper accessories may increase risk of injury.
20.DO NOT DRY CUT WITH BLADES DESIGNED FOR WET CUTS.
21.MAKE SURE YOU USE THE CORRECT BLADE for the job you are doing.
22.NEVER STAND ON TOOL. Serious injury could occur if the wet saw is tipped or if the cutting tool is unintentionally contacted.
23.CHECK DAMAGED PARTS. Before further use of the tool, damaged part(s), (i.e., guard) should be carefully checked to determine that it will operate properly and perform its intended function. Check for alignment of moving parts, binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, mounting and any other condition that may affect the saw’s operation. A guard or other part that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced.
24.ENSURE THATTHERE IS A CONTINUOUS FLOW OF WATER to both sides of blade during operation.
25.CHECK DIAMOND BLADES CAREFULLY FOR CRACKS, NICKS, MISSING DIAMOND MATRIX OR
They may cause bodily injury.
26.DIRECTION OF FEED. Feed work into the blade against the direction of rotation of the blade only.
27.DO NOT ALTERTHE PLUG OR USE A
28.NEVER LEAVETOOL RUNNING UNATTENDED. Turn power off. Don’t leave tool until it comes to a complete stop.
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