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• When blade is binding, or when interrupting a
cut for any reason, release the trigger and hold
the saw motion less in the material until the
blade comes to a complete stop. Never attempt
to remove the saw from the work or pull the saw
backward while the blade is in motion or kickback
may occur. Investigate and take corrective
actions to eliminate the cause of blade binding.
• Do not use dull or damaged blades. Unsharpened
or improperly set blades produce narrow kerf
causing excessive friction, blade binding an kickback.
• Blade depth and bevel adjusting locking levers
must be tight and secure before making cut.
If blade adjustment shifts while cutting, it may
cause binding and kickback.
1.2.1.2.1. Lower guard
Before each use, check if the retracting blade
guard closes properly. Do not operate the saw if
the retracting blade guard does not move freely
and retract immediately. Never clamp or tie the
retracting blade guard in the open position.
Check the spring function of the retracting
blade guard. If the retracting blade guard and
the spring do not operate properly, have the
machine serviced before using.
Only pull back the retracting blade guard manually
for special cuts, such as “plunge and bevel
cuts”. Pull back the retracting blade guard with
the pull-back lever and release it as soon as the
saw blade has penetrated the work.
