Tradesman M3052LW, Owner'S Manual

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POWER TOOL SAFETY
Before using your miter saw, it is critical that you read and understand these safety rules. Failure to
follow these rules could result in serious injury or damage to the miter saw.
1. READ and become familiar with the entire Operators
Manual. LEARN the tool’s application, limitations and
possible hazards.
2. KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE and in working order.
3. REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES.
Form the habit of checking to see that keys and adjusting
wrenches are removed from the tool before turning ON.
4. KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas and
benches invite accidents.
5. DON’T USE IN DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENTS.
Don’t use power tools in damp locations, or expose them
to rain or snow. Keep work area well lighted.
6. KEEP CHILDREN AWAY. All visitors and bystanders
should be kept a safe distance from work area.
7. MAKE WORKSHOP CHILD PROOF with padlocks,
master switches, or by removing starter keys.
8. DON’T FORCE THE TOOL.
It will do the job better
and safer at the rate for which it was designed.
9. USE THE RIGHT TOOL. Do not force the tool or an
attachment to do a job for which it was not designed.
10. USE PROPER EXTENSION CORDS. Make sure your
extension cord is in good condition. When using an
extension cord, be sure to use one heavy enough to carry
the current your product will draw. An undersized cord will
result in a drop in line voltage and in loss of power which
will cause the tool to overheat. The table on page 5 shows
the correct size to use depending on cord length and
nameplate ampere rating. If in doubt, use the next heavier
gauge. The smaller the gauge number, the heavier the cord.
11. WEAR PROPER APPAREL.
Do not wear loose clothing,
gloves, neckties, rings, bracelets, or other jewelry which
may get caught in moving parts. Nonslip footwear is
recommended. Wear protective hair covering to contain
long hair.
12. ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION. Any power tool
can throw foreign objects into the eyes and could cause
permanent eye damage. ALWAYS wear Safety Goggles
(not glasses) that comply with ANSI Safety standard Z87.1
Everyday eyeglasses have only impact –resistance lenses.
They ARE NOT safety glasses. NOTE : Glasses or goggles
not in compliance with ANSI Z87.1 could seriously injure
you when they break.
13. WEAR A FACE MASK OR DUST MASK. Sawing
operation produces dust.
14. SECURE WORK. Use clamps or a vise to hold work
when practical. It’s safer than using your hand and it frees
both hands to operate the tool.
15. DISCONNECT TOOLS FROM POWER SOURCE
before servicing, and when changing accessories such as
blades, bits and cutters.
16. REDUCE THE RISK OF UNINTENTIONAL
STARTING. Make sure switch is in the OFF position
before plugging the tool in.
17. USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. Consult this
Operators Manual for recommended accessories. The use
of improper accessories may cause risk of injury to
yourself or others.
18. NEVER STAND ON THE TOOL. Serious injury could
occur if the tool is tipped or if the cutting tool is
unintentionally contacted.
19. CHECK FOR DAMAGED PARTS. Before further use
of 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 should be
properly repaired or replaced.
20. NEVER LEAVE THE TOOL RUNNING UNATTENDED.
TURN THE POWER “OFF”.
Don’t walk away from a
running tool until the blade comes to a complete stop &
unplug the unit.
21. DON'T OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and balance
at all times.
22. MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep tools sharp
and clean for best and safest performance. Follow
instructions for lubricating and changing accessories.
23.
WARNING:
Dust generated from certain materials can be
hazardous to your health. Always operate saw in
well-ventilated area and provide for proper dust removal.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR REFERENCE
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