Manual

MAINTENANCE (Continued)
SAW BLADES
The best of saw blades will not cut efficiently if they are not kept clean and sharp. Using a dull blade will
do nothing more than place a heavy load on your saw, Keep extra blades on hand, so that sharp blades are
always available, Gum and wood pitch hardened on blade will slow it down, Use Craftsman Gum and Pitch
Remover No, 9.49191 to remove these accumulations, DO NOT USE GASOLINE, ALWAYS REMOVE
BLADE FROM MITER SAW WHEN CLEANING.
GENERAL
Only the parts shown on parts lists, pages 27, 29 and 31 are intended to be repaired or replaced by the
customer. All other parts represent an important part of the double insulation system and should be ser-
viced only by a qualified technician.
Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts. Most plastics are susceptible to various types of com-
mercial solvents and may be damaged by their use, Use clean cloths to remove dirt, carbon dust, etc.
WARNING: DO NOT AT ANY TIME LET BRAKE FLUIDS, GASOLINE, PENETRATING OILS, ETC., COME IN
CONTACT WITH PLASTIC PARTS. THEY CONTAIN CHEMICALS THAT CAN DAMAGE AND/OR
DESTROY PLASTIC.
When electric tools are used on fiberglass, it has been found that they are subject to accelerated wear and
possible premature failure, as the fiberglass chips and grindings are highly abrasive to bearings, brushes,
commutators, etc, Consequently tt is not recommended that this tool be used for extended work on any
fiberglass material, During any use on fiberglass it is extremely important that the tool is cleaned fre-
quently by blowing with an air jet. ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GLASSES OR EYE SHIELDS BEFORE BEGIN.
NING THIS OPERATION,
RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES
THE FOLLOWING RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES ARE CURRENT AND WERE AVAILABLE AT
THE TIME THIS MANUAL WAS PRINTED.
iTEM USAGE CAT. NO.
Leg Set
Blade (Master Combination)
Blade (Chisel.Tooth Combination)
Blade (Crosscut Plywood)
Mounting Miter Saw
Large Hard and Soft Wood
All Purpose Hard and Soft Wood
Plywood, Fiberboard, Plastics
22246
32495
32665
32449
WARNING: CARBIDE TIPPED BLADES ARE NOT RECOMMENDED FOR USE ON THIS SAW. THE USE OF
ATTACHMENTS OR ACCESSORIES NOT LISTED ABOVE MIGHT BE HAZARDOUS,
HELPFUL HINTS
• Always clamp workpiece securely for cutting,
• A safe operator is one who thinks ahead.
• Always wear eye protection when sawing,
• Make set-up adjustments carefully. Then double
check.
• Don't let familiarity make you careless.
• Study all safety rules and do the job safely.
• NEVER place your hands in jeopardy.
• Make certain clamps can't loosen while in use,
• Test difficult set-ups on scrap - Don't waste
lumber,
• Plan each operation before you begin,
• Remember- Guards must always be used.
• THINK SAFETY BY THINKING AHEAD.
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