15
OPERATION
Fig. 1
Fig. 13
Fig. 14
OPERATING THE SAW
See Figures 12 - 14.
It is important to understand the correct method for operat-
ing the saw. Refer to the figures in this section to learn the
correct and incorrect ways for handling the saw.
WARNING:
To make sawing easier and safer, always maintain proper
control of the saw. Loss of control could cause an ac-
cident resulting in possible serious injury.
DANGER:
When lifting the saw from the workpiece, the blade is
exposed on the underside of the saw until the lower blade
guard closes. Make sure the lower blade guard is closed
before setting the saw down.
To make the best possible cut:
Hold the saw firmly with both hands.
Avoid placing your hand on the workpiece while making
a cut.
Support the workpiece so that the cut is always on your
right.
Support the workpiece near the cut.
Clamp the workpiece securely so that the workpiece will
not move during the cut.
Avoid placing the saw on the part of the workpiece that
will fall off when the cut is made.
Place the workpiece with the “good” side down.
Draw a guideline along the desired line of cut before
beginning your cut.
Keep the cord away from the cutting area. Always place
the cord to prevent it from hanging up on the workpiece
while making a cut.
DANGER:
If the cord hangs up on the workpiece during a cut,
release the switch trigger immediately and allow the blade
to come to a complete stop. Unplug the saw and reposi-
tion the cord to prevent it from hanging up again.
DANGER:
Using a saw with a damaged cord could result in serious
injury or death. If the cord has been damaged, have it
replaced before using the saw again.
