RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION
To help ensure safe operation, please take a moment to learn the machine’s applications and limitations, as well as
potential hazards. General® MFG disclaims any real or implied warranty and holds itself harmless for any injury that may
result from improper use of its equipment.
1.
Do not operate the saw when tired, distracted, or
under the effects of drugs, alcohol or any medica-
tion that impairs reflexes or alertness.
2.
The working area should be well lit, clean and free
of debris.
3.
Keep children and visitors at a safe distance when
the saw is in operation; do not permit them to
operate the saw.
4.
Childproof and tamper proof your shop and all
machinery with locks, master electrical switches
and switch keys, to prevent unauthorized or unsu-
pervised use.
5. Stay alert!
Give your work your undivided atten
tion. Even a momentary distraction can lead to seri-
ous injury.
6.
Fine particulate dust is a carcinogen that can be
hazardous to health. Work in a well-ventilated area
and whenever possible use a dust collector and
wear eye, ear and respiratory protection devices.
7.
Do not wear loose clothing, gloves, bracelets, neck-
laces or other jewelry while the saw is in operation.
Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair
and wear non-slip footwear.
8.
Be sure that adjusting wrenches, tools, drinks and
other clutter are removed from the machine and/or
the feed table surface before operating.
9.
Keep hands well away from the blade and all mo-
ving parts. Use a brush, not hands, to clear away
chips and dust.
10.
Be sure that the blade is securely installed and in
proper cutting direction before operation.
11.
Be sure the blade has gained full operating speed
before beginning to cut.
12.
Always use a clean, properly sharpened blade.
Dirty or dull blades are unsafe and can lead to
accidents.
13.
If using a power feeder, stop the feeder before stop-
ping the table saw.
14.
Do not push or force stock into the blade. The saw
will perform better and more safely when working
at the rate for which it was designed.
15.
Use suitable support when cutting stock that does
not have a flat surface. Always hold stock firmly
against the fence when ripping, or against the miter
gauge when cross-cutting.
16.
To minimize risk of injury in the event of workpiece
kickback, never stand directly in-line with the blade
or in the potential kickback path of the work piece.
17.
Avoid working from awkward or off balance posi-
tions. Do not overreach while cutting; keep both
feet on floor. Never lean over or reach over the
blade and never pull the work piece over the blade
from behind. Use out feed support or have an assis-
tant help when ripping long material.
18.
Keep blade guards in place and in working order.
If a guard must be removed for maintenance or
cleaning, be sure it is properly reattached before
using the tool again.
19.
Never leave the machine running with the power
on when not in operation.
20.
Use of parts and accessories NOT recommended
by GENERAL
may result in equipment malfunction
or risk of injury.
21.
Never stand on machinery. Serious injury could
result if the tool is tipped over or if the blade is unin-
tentionally contacted.
22.
Always disconnect tool from power before servicing
or changing accessories such as blades, or before
performing any maintenance, cleaning or adjust-
ments, or if the machine will be left unattended.
23.
Make sure that switch is in "OFF" position before
plugging in the power cord.
24.
Make sure the tool is properly grounded. If equip-
ped with a 3-prong plug it should be used with a
three-pole receptacle. Never remove the third
prong.
25.
Do not use this saw for other than its intended use. If
used for other purposes, GENERAL
disclaims any
real implied warranty and holds itself harmless
for any injury, which may result from that use.
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