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Avoid accidental starts. Do not walk around with your finger on the trigger of a power tool if it is plugged in.
Make sure that the on/off switch is set to OFF before plugging in any power tool.
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Use the correct extension leads. If you use extension leads outdoors, only use those designed for outdoor
use. Only use extension leads with thick enough diameter core wires and roll out the whole lead.
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Use common sense and be careful. Think before carrying out any task, so that it is carried out safely.
Never operate machines/power tools when you are tired or under the influence of medicine.
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Check the following before turning the tool on:
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That all guards and other parts are whole and in working order.
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That moving parts are free and correctly aligned.
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That no moving parts can get caught.
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That there are no visible defects.
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Other factors that can influence work execution.
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Use only recommended accessories. The use of accessories which are not recommended by
the manufacturer may present a risk of personal injury.
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Check that the tool conforms to current safety regulations. Repairs to the tool should only be carried out by
a tradesman using original spares; otherwise the tool could cause accidents and personal injury.
Specific Safety Rules
Before starting the tile saw
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Place the tile saw on a firm, level surface.
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Make sure that the power switch is set on
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before connecting the tile saw to a wall socket.
Only connect the tile saw to an earthed wall socket.
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Make sure that the blade is well-centred and undamaged before starting work.
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Only use tile cutting blades/discs with an outside diameter of 150–180 mm and a bore of 22.2 mm
and which are approved for use at the maximum speed of the tile saw, i.e. 3000 rpm.
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Do not overtighten the spindle nut.
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Protect the cutting blade from moisture and blows.
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Make sure that the cutting blade can rotate freely before starting the tile saw.
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Never use a buckled or cracked blade.
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Never stop the blade by pressing on it from the side.
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Make sure that the cutting blade is not in contact with the workpiece or any other object
when the tile saw is switched on.
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Always wear safety gloves. Never remove waste material from within the work area
whilst the cutting blade is rotating.
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Never use the tile saw of the safety devices/guards are not fitted or do not work.
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Always pull the plug out of the wall socket before servicing and adjusting the tile saw.
Whilst operating the tile saw
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Make sure that the water tray is always full whilst working.
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Never use the tile saw without the blade guard in place.
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Never stand in line with the cutting blade when turning the tile saw on.
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Pull out the plug if the tile saw is left unattended.
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Adopt a steady stance and hold the workpiece firmly in both hands.
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Do not exert lateral pressure onto the blade.
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Be aware of the power cable when using the tile saw. Do not let it come into contact with any moving parts.
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Use a push stick to feed small workpieces against the blade. Do not saw tiles that cannot be handled safely.
Switch the tile saw off immediately if…
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The tile saw starts to behave strangely, e.g. emits smoke, sparks, strange noises or starts vibrating.
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The tile saw’s power switch or electric cable is damaged.