18V CIRCULAR SAW ERI490CSW
d)
Support large panels to minimise the risk of blade pinching and kickback.
Large
panels tend to sag under their own weight. Supports must be placed under the panel on
both sides, near the line of cut and near the edge of the panel.
e)
Do not use dull or damaged blades.
Unsharpened or improperly set blades produce
narrow kerf causing excessive friction, blade binding and kickback.
f)
Blade depth and bevel adjusting locking levers must be tight and secure before
making cut.
If blade adjustment shifts while cutting, it may cause binding and kickback.
g)
Use extra caution when making a “plunge cut” into existing walls or other blind
areas.
The protruding blade may cut objects that can cause kickback.
SAFETY INSTRUCTION FOR YOUR CIRCULAR SAW WITH INNER PENDULUM
GUARD
a)
Check lower guard for proper closing before each use. Do not operate the saw
if lower guard does not move freely and close instantly. Never clamp or tie the
lower guard into the open position.
If saw is accidentally dropped, lower guard may be
bent. Raise the lower guard with the retracting handle and make sure it moves freely and
does not touch the blade or any other part, in all angles and depths of cut.
b)
Check the operation of the lower guard spring. If the guard and the spring are
not operating properly, they must be serviced before use.
Lower guard may operate
sluggishly due to damaged parts, gummy deposits, or a build-up of debris.
c)
Lower guard may be retracted manually only for special cuts such as “plunge
cuts” and “compound cuts.” Raise lower guard by retracting handle and as
soon as blade enters the material, the lower guard must be released.
For all other
sawing, the lower guard should operate automatically.
d)
Always observe that the lower guard is covering the blade before placing saw
down on bench or floor.
An unprotected, coasting blade will cause the saw to walk
backwards, cutting whatever is in its path. Be aware of the time it takes for the blade to
stop after switch is released.
ADDITIoNAL SAfETy RULES foR yoUR CIRCULAR SAW
1. Always wear a dust mask, hearing protection and eye protection.
2. Only use saw blades recommended in the specification.
3. Do not use any abrasive wheels.
4. Use only blade diameter(s) in accordance with the markings.
5. Always wear gloves when handling saw blades and rough material. Saw blades shall be
carried in a holder whenever practicable.
6. Fully unwind cable drum extension to avoid potential overheating.
7. Before cutting, check the cutting line is free of nails, screws, etc.
8. Only make cuts with the blade direction downwards, never upwards or at the side.
9. Do not use a blade unless the rated blade speed exceeds the saw no load speed.
10. Never remove the guard system. Never use the saw if the guard system does not function
correctly. Never lock the moving guard open. The guard must move freely.
11. Never use saw blades made from high speed steel (HSS).
12. Always check walls, floors and ceilings to avoid hidden power cable and pipes.
13. Do not cut material containing asbestos.
14. Do not use circular saw to cut tree limbs or logs.
