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GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Please read the following instructions carefully,
failure to do so could lead to seri-
ous personal injury.
When using electric tools, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce
the risk of fire, electric shock and personal injury.
Read all these instructions before operating the tool and save this user manual for fu-
ture reference.
SIP
recommends that this tool should
not
be modified or used for any application
other than that for which it was designed. If you are unsure of its relative applications
do not hesitate to contact us using the telephone number on the back of this user
manual, and we will be more than happy to advise you.
KNOW YOUR POWER TOOL:
Read and understand the owner's manual and labels
affixed to the saw. Learn its applications and limitations, as well as the potential haz-
ards specific to this tool.
KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN AND WELL LIT:
Cluttered work benches and dark areas
invite accidents. Floors must not be slippery due to oil, water or sawdust etc.
DO NOT USE THE SAW IN DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENTS:
Do not use power
tools in damp or wet locations, or expose them to rain. Provide adequate space sur-
rounding the work area. Do not use in environments with a potentially explosive at-
mosphere.
KEEP CHILDREN AND UNTRAINED PERSONNEL AWAY FROM THE WORK
AREA:
All visitors should be kept at a safe distance from the work area.
STORE TOOLS SAFELY WHEN THEY ARE NOT IN USE:
All tools should be stored
in a dry, locked cupboard and out of the reach of children.
WEAR THE CORRECT CLOTHING:
Do not wear loose clothing, neckties, rings,
bracelets, or other jewellery, which may get caught in moving parts. Non-slip footwear
is recommended. Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair. Roll long sleeves
up above the elbow.
USE SAFETY GOGGLES AND EAR PROTECTION:
Wear CE approved safety goggles
at all times, Normal spectacles only have impact resistant lenses, they are NOT safety
glasses. A face or dust mask should be worn if the operation is dusty and ear protec-
tors (plugs or muffs) should be worn, particularly during extended periods of operation.
PROTECT YOURSELF FROM ELECTRIC SHOCK:
When working with power tools,
avoid contact with any earthed items (e.g. pipes, radiators, hobs and refrigerators,
etc.). It is advisable wherever possible to use an RCD (residual current device) at the
mains socket.
STAY ALERT:
Always watch what you are doing and use common sense. Do not oper-
ate the saw when you are tired or under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
DISCONNECT THE TOOL FROM THE MAINS SUPPLY:
When not in use, before
servicing and when changing accessories such as cutters, etc.
AVOID UNINTENTIONAL STARTING:
Make sure the switch is in the
OFF
position
before connecting the tool to the mains supply.
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