Blade Vibration
Take care in selecting feeding pressure; excessive feeding pressure can cause a Blade to
vibrate and lose proper shape.
Choosing a lower feeding pressure will usually stop vibrations; if vibration continues, replace
the Blade.
How to Avoid kickback
WARNING:
Kickback can occur very suddenly and with great force. Follow the
directions below to minimize the risk of serious injury or even death.
1. Never cut with the top segment (illustrated in the diagram below).
2. Keep your balance and a firm foothold.
3. Use both hands and take a firm grip with the thumb and fingers around the
handle.
4. Stand at a comfortable distance from the work piece.
5. Run the Power Cutter at full throttle.
6. Take care when inserting the Blade in an existing cut.
7. Never cut above shoulder height.
8. Be alert to the movement of the work piece or anything else that can occur,
which could cause the cut to close and pinch the Blade.
WARNING:
Sparks from cutting metal can burn or cause clothing to catch fire.
Wear appropriate clothing and keep fire extinguishing equipment readily available.
Pull In/Pinching
Pull In occurs when the lower part of the Blade is suddenly stopped or when the cut closes.
Pinching occurs when the cut closes around the Blade. When this happens, the Cutter can
be pulled down suddenly with great force and can cause injury.
To avoid Pull In/Pinching, ensure that the work piece is supported in a way that keeps the cut
open and the pieces in place until cutting is complete.
Check the Speed of the Drive Shaft
Use a tachometer (not included) regularly to check the speed of the Drive Axle at full throttle
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