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of the wheel, hold the tool in a well protected
area and let it run for one minute.
If the wheel has
an undetected crack or flaw, it should burst in less than
one minute. Never start the tool with a person in line
with the wheel. This includes the operator.
•
In operation, avoid bouncing the wheel or giving
it rough treatment.
If this occurs, stop the tool
andinspect the wheel for cracks or flaws.
• Clean your chop saw periodically following the
procedure in this manual.
• Do not remove wheel guards or base.
•
ALWAYS USE THE VISE OR SPECIAL FIXTURE TO
CLAMP WORK SECURELY.
Other aids such as spring,
bar, or C-clamps may be appropriate for certain sizes
and shapes of workpiece. Use care in selecting and
placing these clamps and make a dry run before
making a cut.
• Use only 355mm (14") type 1 wheels rated at 4100 rpm
or higher.
• Allow cut off parts to cool before handling.
• Do not attempt to cut wood or plastic with this tool.
•
NEVER CUT MAGNESIUM WITH THIS TOOL.
• Use chop saw in a well-ventilated area.
• Turn chop saw off before removing any pieces from the
base.
•
DO NOT CUT ELECTRICALLY LIVE MATERIAL.
•
Do not use circular saw blades or any other
toothed blades with this tool.
Serious injury may
result.
•
DO NOT OPERATE THIS TOOL NEAR FLAMMABLE
LIQUIDS, GASES OR DUST.
Sparks or hot chips from
cutting or arcing motor brushes may ignite combustible
materials.
• Do not use the side of the abrasive wheel as a deburring
grinder. This will substantially weaken the wheel
creating an unsafe condition. The wheel may come
apart.
CAUTION:
Wear appropriate hearing protection
during use.
Under some conditions and duration ofuse,
noise from this product may contribute to hearing loss.
CAUTION:
Spark deflector will get hot. Avoid touching
or adjusting while hot. Keep cordset and materials away
from spark deflector.
WARNING:
Ensure that ventilation openings are kept
clean when working in dusty conditions. Disconnect the
machine from the mains supply before conducting
maintenance.
WARNING:
The wheel continues to rotate after the
machine is switched off.
the battery pack from the power tool before making
any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing
power tools.
Such preventive safety measures reduce
the risk of starting the power tool accidentally.
d. Store idle power tools out of the reach of children
and do not allow persons unfamiliar with the power
tool or these instructions to operate the power tool.
Power tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained
users.
e. Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment or
binding of moving parts, breakage of parts and any
other condition that may affect the power tools
operation. If damaged, have the power tool repaired
before use.
Many accidents are caused by poorly
maintained power tools.
f. Keep cutting tools sharp and clean.
Properly
maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are
less likely to bind and are easier to control.
g. Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc. in
accordance with these instructions, taking into
account the working conditions and the work to be
performed.
Use of the power tool for operations
different from those intended could result in a
hazardous situation.
5. Service
a. Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair
person using only identical replacement parts.
This
will make sure that the safety of the power tool is
maintained.
ADDITIONAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR
AUSTRALIA AND NEW ZEALAND
a.
Young children and the infirm.This appliance is not intended
for use by young children or infirm persons without
supervision. Young children should be supervised to ensure
they do not play with this appliance.
b.
Replacement of the supply cord. If the supply cord is
damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or an
authorised Porter-Cable Service Centre in order to avoid a
hazard.
ADDITIONAL SAFETY INSTRUCTION
FOR CHOPSAWS
•
Always wear proper eye and respiratory
protection.
•
Before using, inspect the cutting wheel for
cracks or flaws. If such a crack or flaw is
evident, discard the wheel. The wheel should
also be inspected whenever you think the tool
may have been dropped.
Flaws may cause wheel
breakage.
• When starting the tool with a new or replace
-
ment wheel or if you are unsure of the condition
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