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b.
Check the operation of the lower guard
spring.
If the guard and the spring are not
operating properly, they must be serviced
before use. Lower guard may operate
sluggishly due to damaged parts, gummy
deposits, or a build-up of debris.
c.
Lower guard may be retracted manually only
for special cuts such as “plunge cuts” and
“compound cuts.”
Raise lower guard by
retracting handle and as soon as blade enters
the material, the lower guard must be released.
For all other sawing, the lower guard should
operate automatically.
d.
Always observe that the lower guard is
covering the blade before placing saw down
on bench or floor.
An unprotected, coasting
blade will cause the saw to walk backwards,
cutting whatever is in its path. Be aware of the
time it takes for the blade to stop after switch is
released.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR CIRCULAR SAW
a.
Check guard for proper closing before each
use.
Do not operate the saw if guarddoes not
move freely and enclose the blade instantly.
Never clamp or tie the guard with the blade
exposed. If saw is accidentally dropped, guard
may be bent. Check to make sure that guard
moves freely and does not touch the blade or
any other part, in all angles and depths of cut.
b.
Check the operation and condition of the
guard return spring.
If the guard and the
spring are not operating properly, they must be
serviced before use. Guard may operate
sluggishly due to damaged parts, gummy
deposits, or a build-up of debris.
c.
Assure that the guide plate of the saw will
not shift while performing the “plunge cut”
when the blade bevel setting is not at 90°.
Blade shifting sideways will cause binding and
likely kick back.
d.
Always observe that the guard is covering
the blade before placing saw down on
bench or floor.
An unprotected, coasting blade
will cause the saw to walk backwards, cutting
whatever is in its path. Be aware of the time it
takes for the blade to stop after switch is
released.
SAFETY GUIDELINES/DEFINITIONS
It is important for you to read and understand this
manual. The information it contains relates to
protecting.
Your Safety and Preventing Problems. The sym-
bols below are used to help you recognize this
information.
Danger!
Indicates an imminently hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, will result in death
or serious injury.
Warning!
Indicates a potentially hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, could result in death
or serious injury.
Caution!
Indicates a potentially hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor
or moderate injury.
Caution!
Used without the safety alert symbol
indicates potentially hazardous situation which, if
not avoided, may result in property damage.
ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES FOR CIRCULAR
SAW
Warning!
Use of this tool can generate and/
or disburse dust, which may cause serious and
permanent respiratory or other injury. Always use
NIOSH/OSHA approved respiratory protection
appropriate for the dust exposure. Direct particles
away from face and body.
Caution!
Wear appropriate hearing protection
during use. Under some conditions and duration
of use, noise from this product may contribute to
hearing loss.
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Snagging the lower guard on a surface
below the material being cut can
momentarily reduce operatol control.
The
saw can lift partially out of the cut increasing the
chance of blade twist. Ensure there is sufficient
clearance under the workpiece.
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When necessary to raise lower guard
manually, use the retracting lever.
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Keep the Blades Clean and Sharp. Sharp
blades minimize stalling and kickback.
The
use of dull and/or dirty blades can increase the
saw loading causing the operator to push
harder which promotes twisting.
Caution!
Laceration Hazard. Keep hands away
from cutting areas. Keep hands away from blades.
Never place hands in front of or behind the path of
the blade while cutting. Do not reach underneath
work while blade is rotating. Do not attempt to
remove cut material when blade is moving.
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Support large panels.
Large panels must be
supported as shown (Fig. D) in this manual to
minimize the risk of blade pinching and
kickback. Material supported only at the ends
