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SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES FOR
PANEL SAWS
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Handle the counterbalance with care.
The cable
is under tension. Always assemble cable to saw
carriage before removing cable clip. Do not pull on
cable by hand or attempt to disassemble or repair
the counterbalance.
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Do not defeat the guards or operate the tool
without the guards in place.
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Do not use push sticks.
Push sticks or the work-
piece can kick back, cause the blade to pinch, or
become caught in the blade and be thrown from the
tool.
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Cross-cutting (vertical cutting) must always be
done from the top down.
Saw carriage should be
raised to the uppermost position on the guide tubes
and locked into position with the carriage lock when-
ever the tool is not in use. See "Cross-Cutting".
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Ripping (horizontal cutting) must always be
done by moving the workpiece through the saw
in the direction of the arrow on the saw motor.
Saw carriage should be raised to the top of the guide
tubes and locked into position with the carriage lock
whenever tool is not in use. See "Rip Cutting".
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Never cut a workpieces with a width smaller
than that of the saw carriage.
Proper support for
the workpiece must be maintained to ensure safety.
When the carriage moves over the workpiece, it
would be impossible to safely support the workpiece
for the cut. Use a tool better suited for these applica
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tions.
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Always wait for blade to stop completely before
changing positions.
Unplug the tool before trans-
porting or moving it.
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Do not place hands on or under saw carriage or
in the path of the blade.
Do not attempt to retrieve
a piece of material that is cut off while the blade is
rotating.
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Make workshop child proof
with padlocks, master
switches, or by removing starter keys. See "Lock-Off
Feature".
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Replace guards after blade change.
Maintain
guards in working order.
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Direction of feed.
Feed work into a blade or cut-
ter against the direction of rotation of the blade or
cutter only.
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Causes and Operator Prevention of KICKBACK:
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KICKBACK is a sudden reaction to a pinched,
bound or misaligned saw blade, causing an un-
controlled saw to lift up and out of the workpiece
toward the operator.
-When the blade is pinched or bound tightly by the
kerf closing down, the blade stalls and the motor
reaction drives the unit rapidly back toward the
operator when cross-cutting and throws out the
workpiece if ripping.
-If the blade becomes twisted or misaligned in the
cut, the teeth at the back edge of the blade can
dig into the top surface of the wood causing the
blade to climb out of the kerf and jump back toward
operator.
KICKBACK is the result of tool misuse and/or
incorrect operating procedures or conditions and
can be avoided by taking proper precautions as
given below:
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Keep blade clean and sharp.
Unsharpened or
improperly set blades produce narrow kerf causing
excessive friction, blade binding and KICKBACK.
Any blade with a small set, even though sharp, may
be likely to kick back. A dull blade encourages the
operator to force the saw, causing reduced control
and blade binding. The excessive friction generated
can cause the blade to warp or bind. Use only blades
which are recommended for use with your tool. Do
not use blades with incorrect size or shaped mount-
ing holes. Never use defective or incorrect blade
washers or bolts. Be sure the blade bolt is tight.
Select the proper blade for the application. Blade
speed specifications must be at least as high as
nameplate RPM.
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Do not force tool.
Let the saw do the work. A saw
is more readily controlled and will do a better job
when used in the manner for which it was designed.
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Stay alert.
Watch what you are doing and use com-
mon sense. Do not allow yourself to be distracted.
Do not operate tool when tired, under the influence
of drugs or alcohol. Hold the tool or material firmly
and exercise control at all times. Position yourself
and co-workers out of the kick back path. Repetitive
cuts which lull the operator into careless movements
can also cause kick back. A brief "stretch" may be
all that is necessary to avoid a problem.
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When blade is binding, or when interrupting a
cut for any reason, turn the switch off and hold
the saw motionless in the material until the
blade comes to a complete stop. Never attempt
to remove the saw from the work or pull the saw
backward while the blade is in motion or KICK
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BACK may occur.
Investigate and take corrective
actions to eliminate the cause of blade binding.
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To remove the blade after stopping mid-cut,
allow the blade to stop and then back up the saw
(cross-cutting) or board (rip-cutting).
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When restarting a saw in the workpiece, center
the saw blade in the kerf and check that saw
teeth are not engaged into the material.
If saw
blade is binding, it may walk up or KICKBACK from
the workpiece as the saw is restarted.
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Avoid cutting nails.
Inspect for and remove all
nails before cutting.
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NEVER STAND ON TOOL. Serious injury could
occur if the tool is tipped or if the blade is un
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intentionally contacted.
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WARNING
To reduce the risk of injury in ap-
plications that produce a consid-
erable amount of dust, use an OSHA compliant
dust extraction solution, such as the 49-22-8105
Dust Collecting Kit, in accordance with the solu-
tion’s operating instructions.
• Always use common sense and be cautious when
using tools.
It is not possible to anticipate every
situation that could result in a dangerous outcome.
Do not use this tool if you do not understand these
operating instructions or you feel the work is beyond
your capability; contact Milwaukee Tool or a trained
professional for additional information or training.
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Maintain labels and nameplates.
These carry
important information. If unreadable or missing,
contact a MILWAUKEE service facility for a free
replacement.
