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RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION
1. Do not operate the saw when tired, distracted, or un-
der the effects of drugs, alcohol or any medication
that impairs reflexes or alertness.
2. The work area should be well lit, clean and free
of debris.
3. Keep children and visitors at a safe distance when
the saw is in operation; do not permit them to ope-
rate the saw.
4. Childproof and tamper proof your shop and all ma-
chinery with locks, master electrical switches and
switch keys, to prevent unauthorized or unsupervised
use.
5. STAY ALERT! Give your work your undivided attention.
Even a momentary distraction can lead to serious
injury.
6. Fine particulate dust is a carcinogen that can be
hazardous to health. Work in a well-ventilated area
and whenever possible use a dust collector and
wear eye, ear and respiratory protection devices.
7. Do not wear loose clothing, gloves, bracelets, neck-
laces or other jewelry while the saw is in operation.
Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair
and wear non-slip footwear.
8. Be sure that adjusting wren ches, tools, drinks and
other clutter are removed from the machine and/or
the table surface before operating.
9. Keep hands well away from the blade and all
moving parts. Use a brush, not hands, to clear away
chips and dust.
10. Be sure that the blade is securely installed and in-
proper cutting direction before operation.
11. Be sure the blade has gained full operating speed
before beginning to cut.
12. Always use a clean, properly sharpened blade. Dir-
ty or dull blades are unsafe and can lead to
accidents.
13. Do not push or force stock into the blade. The saw
will perform better and more safely when working at
the rate for which it was designed.
14. To minimize risk of injury in the event of workpiece
kickback, never stand directly in-line with the blade
or in the potential kickback path of the work piece.
15. Avoid working from awkward or off balance posi-
tions. Do not overreach while cutting; keep both feet
on floor. Use out feed support or have an assistant
help when cutting long material.
16. Keep blade guards in place and in working or-
der. If a guard must be removed for maintenance or
cleaning, be sure it is properly re-attached before
using the tool again.
17. Never leave the machine running with the power on
when not in operation.
18. Use of parts and accessories NOT recommended
by
General
®
International
may result in equipment
malfunction or risk of injury.
19. Never stand on machinery. Serious injury could
result if the tool is tipped over or if the blade is unin-
tentionally contacted.
20. Always disconnect tool from power before servicing
or changing accessories such as blades, or before
performing any maintenance, cleaning or adjust-
ments, or if the machine will be left unattended.
21. Make sure that switch is in ”OFF” position before plug-
ging in the power cord.
22. Make sure the tool is properly grounded. If equip-
ped with a 3-prong plug it should be used with a
three-pole receptacle. Never remove the third prong.
23. Do not use this saw for any purpose other than its
intended use. If used for other purposes,
General® International
disclaims any real or im-
plied warranty and holds itself harmless for any in-
jury, which may result from that use.
To help ensure safe operation, please take a moment to learn the machine’s applications and limitations,
as well as potential hazards. General
®
International disclaims any real or implied warranty and hold itself
harmless for any injury that may result from the improper use of its equipment.
