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personal injury including the following.
Read all these instructions before
attempting to operate this product and
save these instructions.
(3.7)
SAFE OPERATION
Always ensure that you have selected the
correct saw blade for the material being cut.
Do Not
use this mitre saw to cut materials other
than those specified in this Instruction Manual.
When transporting a mitre saw ensure that
the cutting head is locked in the 90 degree
down position (if a sliding mitre saw ensure
that the slide bars are locked). Lift the
machine by gripping the outer edges of the
base with both hands (if a sliding mitre saw,
transport using the handles provided). Under
no circumstances shall the machine be lifted
or transported using the retractable guard or
any part of its operating mechanism.
Bystanders and other colleagues must be
kept at a safe distance from this saw. Cut
debris can, in some circumstances, be ejected
forcibly from the machine, posing a safety
hazard to people standing nearby.
Only use the saw with guards in good working
order, properly maintained and in position.
Before each use check the operation of the
retractable guard and its operating mechanism
ensuring that there is no damage, and that all
moving parts operate smoothly and correctly.
Keep the work bench and floor area clear of all
debris including sawdust, chips and off-cuts.
Always check and ensure that the speed marked
on the saw blade is at least equal to the no
load speed marked on the mitre saw. Under no
circumstances shall a saw blade be used that
is marked with a speed that is less than the no
load speed marked on the mitre saw.
Where it is necessary to use spacer or reducing
rings these must be suitable for the intended
purpose and only as recommended by
the manufacturer.
If the mitre saw is fitted with a laser it shall not
be replaced with a different type. If the laser
fails to operate it shall be repaired or replaced
by the manufacturer or his authorised agent.
The saw blade shall only be replaced as
detailed in this Instruction Manual.
Never attempt to retrieve off-cuts or any other
part of the work piece until the cutting head is
in the raised position, the guard is fully closed
and the saw blade has stopped rotating.
(3.8)
PERFORM CUTS CORRECTLY
AND SAFELY
Always ensure that before each cut the mitre
saw is mounted in a stable position.
If needed the mitre saw can be mounted on
a wooden base or work bench or attached
to a mitre saw stand as detailed in this
Instruction Manual.
Long work pieces should be supported on the
work supports provided or on appropriate
additional work supports.
(3.9)
ADDITIONAL SAFETY ADVICE -
CARRYING YOUR MITRE SAW
• Although compact, this Mitre Saw is heavy.
To reduce the risk of back injury,
get competent help whenever you
have to lift the saw.
• To reduce the risk of back injury, hold the
tool close to your body when lifting. Bending
your knees so you can lift with your legs, not
your back. Lift by using the handhold areas at
each side of the machines base.
• Never carry the Mitre Saw by the power
cord. Carrying the Mitre Saw by the power
cord could cause damage to the insulation
or the wire connections resulting in electric
shock or fire.
• Before moving the Mitre Saw tighten the
mitre and bevel locking screws and the
sliding carriage locking screw to guard
against sudden unexpected movement.
• Lock the Cutting Head in its lowest position.
Ensure that the Cutting Head Locking Pin is
completely engaged in its socket.
WARNING:
Do not use the blade guard as
a ‘lifting point’. The power cord must be
removed from the power supply before
attempting to move the machine.
• Lock the Cutting Head in the down position
using the Cutting Head Locking Pin.
• Loosen the Mitre Angle Locking Screw.
Turn the table to either of its
maximum settings.
• Lock the table in position using the
Locking Screw.
• Use the two carry handle cut-outs
machined into either side of the machine
base, to transport the machine.