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Safe operation of this power tool requires that you read and
understand this operator's manual and all labels affixed to
the tool. Safety is a combination of common sense, staying
alert, and knowing how your miter saw works.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
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KNOW YOUR POWER TOOL.
Read the operator's
manual carefully. Learn the saw's applications and limita-
tions as well as the specific potential hazards related to
this tool.
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GUARD AGAINST ELECTRICAL SHOCK
by prevent-
ing body contact with grounded surfaces such as pipes,
radiators, ranges, refrigerator enclosures.
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KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE
and in good working order.
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REMOVE WRENCHES AND ADJUSTING KEYS.
Get in
the habit - before turning on tool - that hex keys and
adjusting wrenches are removed from tool.
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KEEP THE WORK AREA CLEAN.
Cluttered work areas
and work benches invite accidents.
DO NOT
leave tools
or pieces of wood on the saw while it is in operation.
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DO NOT USE IN DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENTS.
Do
not use power tools near gasoline or other flammable
liquids, in damp or wet locations, or expose them to rain.
Keep the work area well lit.
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KEEP CHILDREN AND VISITORS AWAY.
All visitors
should wear safety glasses and be kept a safe distance
from work area. Do not let visitors contact tool or exten-
sion cord while operating.
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MAKE WORKSHOP CHILDPROOF
with padlocks and
master switches or by removing starter keys.
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DO NOT FORCE THE TOOL
it will do the job better and
safer at the rate for which it was designed.
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USE THE RIGHT TOOL FOR THE JOB.
Do not force the
tool or attachment to do a job it was not designed for. Use
it only the way it was intended.
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USE THE PROPER EXTENSION CORD.
Make sure
your extension cord is in good condition. Use only a cord
heavy enough to carry the current your product will draw.
An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage
resulting in loss of power and overheating. A wire gage
size (A.W.G.) of at least
14
is recommended for an
extension cord 25 feet or less in length. If in doubt, use the
next heavier gage. The smaller the gage number, the
heavier the cord.
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INSPECT TOOL CORDS AND EXTENSION CORDS
PERIODICALLY
and, if damaged, have repaired at your
nearest authorized service center. Stay constantly aware
of cord location and keep it well away from the moving
blade.
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DRESS PROPERLY.
Do not wear loose clothing, gloves,
neckties, rings, bracelets, or other jewelry that can get
caught and draw you into moving parts. Nonslip footwear
is recommended. Also wear protective hair covering to
contain long hair.
RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION
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ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GLASSES WITH SIDE
SHIELDS.
Everyday eyeglasses have only impact-resis-
tant lenses; they are
NOT
safety glasses.
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WEAR A DUST MASK
to keep from inhaling fine par-
ticles.
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PROTECT YOUR HEARING.
Wear hearing protection
during extended periods of operation.
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SECURE WORK.
Use clamps or a vise to hold work
when practical. It's safer than using your hand and frees
both hands to operate tool.
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DO NOT OVERREACH.
Keep proper footing and bal-
ance at all times.
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MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE.
Keep tools sharp and
clean for better and safer performance. Follow instruc-
tions for lubricating and changing accessories.
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DISCONNECT ALL TOOLS.
When not in use, before
servicing, or when changing attachments, all tools should
be disconnected.
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AVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING.
Be sure switch is off
when plugging in any tool.
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USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES.
Consult the
operator's manual for recommended accessories. The
use of improper accessories may case risk of injury.
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NEVER STAND ON TOOL.
Serious injury could occur if
the tool is tipped or if the blade is unintentionally contacted.
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CHECK DAMAGED PARTS.
Before using the tool, a
guard or other part that is damaged should be carefully
checked to determine that it will operate properly and
perform its intended function. Check for alignment of
moving parts, binding of moving parts, breakage of parts,
mounting and any other conditions that may affect its
operation. A guard or other part that is damaged must be
properly repaired or replaced by an authorized service
center to avoid risk of personal injury.
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NEVER LEAVE TOOL RUNNING UNATTENDED, TURN
THE POWER OFF.
Do not leave tool until it comes to a
complete stop.
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FIRMLY CLAMP OR BOLT
your miter saw to a work-
bench or table at approximately hip height.
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USE ONLY CORRECT BLADES.
Use the right blade
size, style and cutting speed for material and type of cut.
Do not use blades with incorrect size holes. Never use
blade washers or blade bolts that are defective or incor-
rect. The maximum blade capacity of your saw is 10 in.
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KEEP BLADES CLEAN, SHARP, AND WITH SUFFI-
CIENT SET.
Sharp blades minimize stalling and kick-
back.
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DO NOT REMOVE THE SAW'S BLADE GUARDS.
Never operate the saw with any guard or cover removed.
Make sure all guards are operating properly before each
use.
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KEEP HANDS AWAY FROM CUTTING AREA.
Do not
reach underneath work or in blade cutting path with
hands and fingers for any reason. Always turn power off.
