4. Place the wider portion of the base on that part of
the work piece which is solidly supported, not on
the section that will fall o
ff
when the cut is made.
As examples, Fig. 2 illustrates the RIGHT way to cut
o
ff
the end of board, and Fig. 3 the WRONG way. If the
work piece is short or small, clamp it down.
DON’T TRY TO HOLD SHORT PLACES BY HAND!
Fig. 2
Fig. 3
5. Never attempt to saw with the circular saw held
upside down in a vise.
This is extremely dangerous and can lead to serious
accidents. (Fig. 4)
Fig. 4
6. Before setting the tool down after completing a
cut, be sure that the lower (telescoping) guard
has closed and the blade has come to a complete
stop.
7. Never touch moving parts.
Never place your hands,
fi
ngers or other body parts
near the tool’s moving parts.
8. Never operate without all guards in place.
Never operate this tool without all guards or safety
features in place and in proper working order. If
maintenance or servicing requires the removal of a
guard or safety feature, be sure to replace the guard
or safety feature before resuming operation of the
tool.
9. Use right tool.
Don’t force small tool or attachment to do the job of a
heavy-duty tool.
Don’t use tool for purpose not intended —for
example— don’t use circular saw for cutting tree
limbs or logs.
10. Never use a power tool for applications other
than those speci
fi
ed.
Never use a power tool for applications other than
those speci
fi
ed in the Instruction Manual.
11. Handle tool correctly.
Operate the tool according to the instructions provided
herein. Do not drop or throw the tool. Never allow the
tool to be operated by children, individuals unfamiliar
with its operation or unauthorized personnel.
12. De
fi
nitions for symbols.
V
.................volts
— .................direct current
n
o ................no load speed
---/min ..........revolutions or reciprocation per minute
Hz
................hertz
A
..................amperes
13. Do not run the saw while carrying it at your side.
14. Keep all screws, bolts and covers tightly in place.
Keep all screws, bolts, and plates tightly mounted.
Check their condition periodically.
15. Do not use power tools if the plastic housing or
handle is cracked.
Cracks in the tool’s housing or handle can lead to
electric shock. Such tools should not be used until
repaired.
16. Blades and accessories must be securely
mounted to the tool.
Prevent potential injuries to yourself or others. Blades,
cutting implements and accessories which have been
mounted to the tool should be secure and tight.
17. Never use a tool which is defective or operating
abnormally.
If the tool appears to be operating unusually, making
strange noises, or otherwise appears defective, stop
using it immediately and arrange for repairs by a
HiKOKI authorized service center.
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