GENERAL & SPECIFIC
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1. KNOW YOUR TOOL
Read and understand the owners manual and labels affixed to the
tool. Learn its application and limitations as well as its specific
potential hazards.
2. GROUND THE TOOL.
This tool is equipped with an approved 3-conductor cord and a
3-prong grounding type plug to fit the proper grounding type
receptacle. The green conductor in the cord is the grounding wire.
NEVER
connect the green wire to a live terminal.
3. KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE.
Keep in good working order, properly adjusted and aligned.
4. REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES.
Form habit of checking to see that keys and adjusting wrenches
are removed from tool before turning it on.
5. KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN.
Cluttered areas and benches invite accidents. Make sure the floor
is clean and not slippery due to wax and sawdust build-up.
6. DON’T USE IN DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT.
Don’t use power tools in damp or wet locations, or expose them
to rain. Keep work area well lit and provide adequate surrounding
work space.
7. KEEP CHILDREN AWAY.
All visitors should be kept a safe distance from work area.
8. MAKE WORKSHOP CHILD-PROOF.
-with padlocks, master switches or by removing starter keys.
9. DON’T FORCE TOOL.
It will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was
designed.
10. USE RIGHT TOOL.
Don’t force the tool or the attachment to do a job for which it was
not designed.
11. USE PROPER EXTENSION CORD
Make sure the extension cord is in good condition. When using an
extension cord, be sure to use one heavy enough to carry the
current your tool will draw. An undersized cord will cause a drop in
line voltage resulting in loss of power and overheating. See
following page for table showing correct size to use depending on
the cord lenght and the nameplate amperage rating. If in doubt,
use the next heavier gauge. The smaller the gauge number, the
heavier the cord.
12. WEAR PROPER APPAREL.
Do not wear loose clothing, gloves, neckties or jewelry (rings,
watch) which may get caught in moving parts. Non-slip footwear is
recommended. Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair.
Roll up long sleeves above the elbows.
13. ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GLASSES.
Also use a face or dust mask if cutting operation is dusty. Always
wear safety glasses (ANSI Z87.1). Everyday eye- glasses only
have impact resistant lenses, thet are
NOT
safety glasses.
14. SECURE WORK.
Use clamps or a vise to hold work when practical. It’s safer than
using your hand and it frees both hands to operate tool.
15. DON’T OVERREACH.
Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
16. MAINTAIN TOOL WITH CARE.
Keep tools sharp and clean for best and safest performance.
Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories.
17. DISCONNECT TOOLS.
Before servicing, when changing accessories or attachments such
as blades.
18. AVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING.
Make sure the swich is in the ‘’OFF’’ position before plugging in.
19. USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES.
Consult the manual for recommended accessories. Follow the
instructions that accompany the accessories. The use of improper
accessories may cause risk of injury to persons.
20. NEVER STAND ON TOOL.
Serious injury could occur if the tool tips over or if the cutting tool
is unintentionally contacted. Do not store materials such that it is
necessary to stand on the tool to reach them.
21. CHECK DAMAGED PARTS.
Before further use of the tool, a guard or other parts that are
damaged should be carefully checked to ensure that they will
operate properly and perform their intended function. Check for
alignment of moving parts, binding of moving parts, breakage of
parts, mounting, and any other conditions that may affect its
operation. A guard or other parts that are damaged should be
properly repaired or replaced.
22. DIRECTION OF FEED.
Feed work into blade or cutter against the direction of rotation of
the blade or cutter only.
23. NEVER LEAVE MACHINE RUNNING UNATTENDED.
TURN POWER OFF.
Don’t leave any tool running until it comes
to a complete stop.
SPECIFIC TABLE SAW SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1. AVOID KICKBACKS.
Avoid kickbacks by keeping the blade sharp, the rip fence parallel to
the saw blade and by keeping the riving knife, anti-kickback fingers
and blade guard in place, aligned and functioning properly. Do not
release work piece before passing it completely behond the saw
blade. Do not rip a work piece that is twisted, warped or does not
have a straight edge to guide it along the rip fence. Do not attempt
to reverse out of a cut while the blade is still turning.
2. ALWAYS USE A PUSH STICK.
Always use a push stick, especially when ripping narrow work piece.
One is supplied with this saw and a pattern for making a push stick
is included in this manual.
3. REMOVE RIP FENCE.
Remove the rip fence when crosscutting.
4. NEVER USE RIP FENCE AS CUT-OFF GAUGE.
Never use the rip fence as a cut-off gauge when crosscutting.
5. NEVER ATTEMPT TO FREE A STALLED BLADE.
If a work piece stalls the blade, turn the saw off for safety and also
to prevent damaging the motor.
6. NEVER CUT METALS.
Never cut metals or materials that may make hazardous dust.
7. MOUNT TABLE SAW.
Mount your table saw on the supplied stand or mount it to a work
bench before performing any cutting operations.
