SKU 67080
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Check guard for proper closing be-
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fore each use. Do not operate the
saw if guard does not move freely
and enclose the blade instantly.
never clamp or tie the guard with
the blade exposed. If saw is ac-
cidentally 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.
Check the operation and condi-
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tion 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.
assure that the guide plate of the
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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.
always observe that the guard is
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covering the blade before placing
saw down on bench or floor.
An un-
protected, 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.
Do noT uSe THiS Saw wiTH THe
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Saw HelD upSiDe Down in a
ViSe. The saw is not designed
for such use and cannot be used
safely in that position.
Do not use to cut logs, tree limbs,
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or uneven lumber.
wet lumber, green (unseasoned)
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lumber, and pressure treated lum-
ber all have an increased potential
for kickback and should only be
cut with a blade for cutting that
lumber type. wear a nioSH-ap-
proved respirator and have appro-
priate ventilation whenever cutting
pressure treated lumber.
Do not use blades made from
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high-speed steel, abrasive blades,
metal-cutting blades or masonry-
cutting blades.
The guards of this
saw are not designed to protect
against the failure of such blades.
Maintain labels and nameplates on
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the tool. These carry important safety
information. If unreadable or miss-
ing, contact Harbor Freight Tools for a
replacement.
Avoid unintentional starting. Prepare
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to begin work before turning on the
tool.
Do not lay the tool down until it has
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come to a complete stop. Moving
parts can grab the surface and pull
the tool out of your control.
When using a handheld power tool,
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maintain a firm grip on the tool with
both hands to resist starting torque.
Do not leave the tool unattended
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when it is plugged into an electrical
outlet. Turn off the tool, and unplug it
from its electrical outlet before leav-
ing.
Use clamps (not included) or other
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practical ways to secure and support
the workpiece to a stable platform.
Holding the work by hand or against
your body is unstable and may lead
to loss of control.
