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SAFETYOPERATIONMAINTENANCE SETUP

Adjusting the Rip Fence

1. Loosen the Rip Fence Lock Knob and slide

the Rip Fence to the desired width of cut.

Note: The ruler on the fence shows

the approximate width of cut.

2. If needed, remove the Fence entirely. Otherwise,

tighten the Rip Fence Lock Knob after adjustment.

WARNING! Tighten Rip Fence Lock Knob before use.

Rip

Fence

Rip Fence

Lock Knob

Figure D

Workpiece and Work Area Set Up

1. Designate a work area that is clean and well-lit.

The work area must not allow access by children

or pets to prevent distraction and injury.

2. Route the power cord along a safe route to reach

the work area without creating a tripping hazard or

exposing the power cord to possible damage. The

power cord must reach the work area with enough

extra length to allow free movement while working.

3. Secure loose workpieces using a vise or clamps

(not included) to prevent movement while working.

4. There must not be objects, such as utility lines,

nearby that will present a hazard while working.

This is especially critical for plunge cuts.

General Operating Instructions

1. Make all necessary adjustments for width and depth.

2. Make sure that the Trigger is in the

off-position, then plug in the tool.

3. Make sure that all guards are in place and in

proper working order and that all adjustment

knobs are tight before operation.

4. Before making the first cut, study the

procedure and practice with scrap metal.

5. Position the Saw Blade about 1/2" from the beginning

of the marked cut line on the workpiece. Do not allow

the Saw Blade to come in contact with the workpiece.

6. Align the marked cut line with the notch

on the Base Plate. (See Figure E)

7. Firmly grip the Handles of the Saw with both

hands. Depress the Trigger Lock Button, and

squeeze the Trigger Switch to turn on the Saw.

8. Allow the Saw Blade to spin up to full speed before

feeding the Saw Blade into the workpiece.

9. Do not force the Saw to remove material faster

than it was designed to cut. Make sure to feed

the Saw Blade gradually into the workpiece.

10. Once the cutting job is completed, turn off the Saw

and wait until the Saw Blade has stopped rotating.

11. To prevent accidents, turn off the tool and

unplug it after use. Clean, then store the

tool indoors out of children’s reach.

Cut Line

Notch

Figure E