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Definitions: Safety Guidelines
The definitions below describe the level of severity for each signal word. Please read the manual and pay
attention to these symbols.
DANGER:
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or
serious injury.
WARNING:
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or
serious injury.
CAUTION:
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or
moderate injury.
CAUTION:
Used without the safety alert symbol indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, may result in property damage.
WARNING:
Read all instructions before operating product. Failure to follow all instructions listed below
may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
Double Insulation
Double insulated tools are constructed throughout with two separate layers of electrical insulation or one double
thickness of insulation between you and the tool’s electrical system. Tools built with this insulation system are not
intended to be grounded.
NOTE:
Double insulation does not take the place of normal safety precautions when operating this tool. The
insulation system is for added protection against injury resulting from a possible electrical insulation failure within
the tool.
CAUTION:
WHEN SERVICING USE ONLY IDENTICAL REPLACEMENT PARTS. Repair or replace damaged cords.
Safety Instructions For All Tools
This miter saw accepts the D
E
WALT worklight and laser attachments.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of eye injury, ALWAYS use eye protection when operating the miter saw.
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KEEP GUARD IN PLACE
and in working order.
•
REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES.
Form habit of checking to see that keys and adjusting
wrenches are removed from spindle before turning tool on. Tools, scrap pieces, and other debris can be
thrown at high speed, causing injury.
•
KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN.
Cluttered areas and benches invite accidents.
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DO NOT USE THE MACHINE IN A DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT.
The use of power tools in damp or wet
locations or in rain can cause shock or electrocution. Keep your work area well-lit to avoid tripping or placing
arms, hands, and fingers in danger.
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KEEP CHILDREN AWAY.
All visitors should be kept at a safe distance from work area. Your shop is a
potentially dangerous environment.
•
MAKE WORKSHOP CHILDPROOF
with padlocks, master switches, or by removing starter keys. The
unauthorized start-up of a machine by a child or visitor may result in injury.
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DON’T FORCE TOOL.
It will do the job better and be safer at the rate for which it was designed.
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USE RIGHT TOOL
.
Don’t force tool or attachment to do a job for which it was not designed. Using the
incorrect tool or attachment may result in personal injury.
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WEAR PROPER APPAREL.
No loose clothing, gloves, neckties, rings, bracelets, or other jewelry to get
caught in moving parts. Non-slip footwear is recommended. Wear protective hair covering to contain long
hair. Air vents may cover moving parts and should also be avoided.
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ALWAYS USE SAFETY GLASSES.
Everyday eyeglasses are NOT safety glasses. Also use face or dust mask
if cutting operation is dusty.
ALWAYS WEAR CERTIFIED SAFETY EQUIPMENT:
• ANSI Z87.1 eye protection (CAN/CSA Z94.3)
• ANSI S12.6 (S3.19) hearing protection
• NIOSH/OSHA/MSHA respiratory protection
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SECURE THE WORKPIECE
.
Use clamps or a vise to hold the workpiece on the table and against the fence
or when your hand will be dangerously close to the blade (within 6"). It is safer than using your hand and it
frees both hands to operate tool.
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DON’T OVERREACH.
Keep proper footing and balance at all times. Loss of balance may cause personal
injury.
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MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE.
Keep tools sharp and clean for best and safest performance. Follow
instructions for lubricating and changing accessories. Poorly maintained tools and machines can further
damage the tool or machine and/or cause injury.
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TURN THE MACHINE “OFF”, AND DISCONNECT THE MACHINE FROM THE POWER SOURCE
before
installing or removing accessories, before adjusting or changing set-ups, when making repairs or changing
locations. An accidental start-up can cause injury. Do not touch the plug’s metal prongs when unplugging or
plugging in the cord.
•
REDUCE THE RISK OF UNINTENTIONAL STARTING
.
Make sure that the switch is in the “OFF” position
before plugging in the power cord.
•
USE PROPER EXTENSION CORD.
Make sure your extension cord is in good condition. If your product is
equipped with a cordset, use only 3-wire extension cords that have 3-prong grounding-type plugs and 3-pole
receptacles that accept the tool’s plug. 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. The following table shows the correct size to use depending on cord length and nameplate
ampere rating. If in doubt, use the next heavier gage. The smaller the gage number, the heavier the cord.
MINIMUM GAUGE FOR CORD SETS
For Cable length (m):
7.5 15 25 30 45 60
Use Cable with minimum rating (Amperes)
Tool Amperes
0 - 3.4
7.5
7.5
7.5
7.5
7.5
7.5
3.5
-
5.0
7.5 7.5 7.5 7.5 10 15
5.1
-
7.0
10 10 10 10 15 15
7.1
-
12.0
15 15 15 15 20 20
12.1
-
20.0
20 20 20 20 25
–
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CHECK for 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, binding 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.
Do not use tool if switch does not turn it on and off.
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USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES.
Use only accessories that are recommended by the manufacturer for
your model. Accessories that may be suitable for one tool may be hazardous when used on another tool.
Consult the instruction manual for recommended accessories. The use of improper accessories may cause
risk of injury to persons.
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NEVER STAND ON TOOL.
Serious injury could occur if the tool is tipped or if the cutting tool is unintentionally
contacted.
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NEVER LEAVE TOOL RUNNING UNATTENDED. TURN POWER OFF.
Don’t leave tool until it comes to a
complete stop. Serious injury can result.
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DO NOT OPERATE ELECTRIC TOOLS NEAR FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS OR IN GASEOUS OR EXPLOSIVE
ATMOSPHERES.
Motors in these tools may spark and ignite fumes.
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STAY ALERT, WATCH WHAT YOU ARE DOING, AND USE COMMON SENSE. DO NOT USE THE MACHINE
WHEN YOU ARE TIRED OR UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF DRUGS or ALCOHOL.
A moment of inattention
while operating power tools may result in injury.
Additional Safety Rules For Miter Saws
WARNING:
Do not allow familiarity (gained from frequent use of your saw) to replace safety rules. Always
remember that a careless fraction of a second is sufficient to inflict severe injury.
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DO NOT OPERATE THIS MACHINE
until it is completely assembled and installed according to the
instructions. A machine incorrectly assembled can cause serious injury.
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OBTAIN ADVICE
from your supervisor, instructor, or another qualified person if you are not thoroughly
familiar with the operation of this machine. Knowledge is safety.
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STABILITY.
Make sure the miter saw is placed on a secure supporting surface and does not slip or move
during use. If the mobility kit is installed, raise the moveable caster(s) so saw is in its stationary position.
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FOLLOW ALL WIRING CODES
and recommended electrical connections to prevent shock or electrocution.
Protect electric supply line with at least a 15 ampere time-delay fuse or a circuit breaker.
• MAKE CERTAIN
the blade rotates in the correct direction. The teeth on the blade should point in the direction
of rotation as marked on the saw.
• TIGHTEN ALL CLAMP HANDLES,
knobs and levers prior to operation. Loose clamps can cause parts or the
workpiece to be thrown at high speeds.
