Operation Manual

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e) Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment or
binding of moving parts, breakage of parts and
any other condition that may affect the power
tool’s operation. If damaged, have the power tool
repaired before use. Many accidents are caused by
poorly maintained power tools.
f) Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly
maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are
less likely to bind and are easier to control.
g) Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc.
in accordance with these instructions, taking into
account the working conditions and the work to
be performed. Use of the power tool for operations
different from those intended could result in a
hazardous situation.
5) Service
a) Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair
person using only identical replacement parts.
This will ensure that the safety of the power tool is
maintained.
CIRCULAR SAW SAFETY
WARNINGS. Before connecting a tool to a power source
(mains switch power point receptacle, outlet, etc.) be
sure that the voltage supply is the same as that specified
on the nameplate of the tool. A power source with a
voltage greater than that specified for the tool can result
in serious injury to the user, and damage to the tool. If in
doubt, do not plug in the tool. Using a power source with
a voltage less than the nameplate rating is harmful to the
motor.
• Donotallowanyoneundertheageof18yearsto
operate this saw
• Whenoperatingthesaw,usesafetyequipment
including safety goggles or shield, ear protection, dust
mask and protective clothing including safety gloves
• Alwaysuserecommendedbladeswithcorrectsize
and shape of arbor holes e.g. diamond or round.
Blades that do not match the mounting hardware of
the saw will run eccentrically, causing loss of control
• Powertoolsmustalwaysbeheldbytheinsulated
gripping surfaces when performing an operation,
ensuring protection if the cutting tool makes contact
with its own cord or hidden wiring. Contact with a
‘live’ wire will make exposed metal parts of the power
tool ‘live’ and shock the operator if the insulated
gripping surfaces are not used
• Ensurehandsareawayfromthecuttingareaand
blade. Keep one hand on auxiliary handle, or motor
housing. If both hands are holding the tool they cannot
be cut by the blade
• Donotattempttocutmaterialthickerthandetailedin
the Specifications section of this manual
• Adjustthecuttingdepthtothethicknessofthe
workpiece i.e. less than a full tooth of the blade should
be visible below the workpiece
• Ensurethatworkiscorrectlysupported.Largepanels
may sag under their own weight and bind the saw
blade. Supports must be placed under the panel on
both sides, close to the line of cut and near the edge of
the panel
• Ensureallsupportsandpowercablesarecompletely
clear of the cutting path
• Alwayssecuretheworkpiecetoastableplatform,
ensuring that body exposure is minimised, avoiding
blade binding or loss of control
• Foraccuracyofcut,andtoavoidbladebinding,always
use a rip fence or straight edge guide
• Neverholdaworkpieceinyourhandoracrossyour
legs whilst cutting
• Alwaysstandtoonesidewhenoperatingthesaw
• Beawarethatthebladewillprojectfromtheunderside
of the workpiece
• Donotreachbeneaththeworkpiecewheretheguard
cannot protect you from the blade
• Notethedirectionofrotationofthemotorandthe
blade
• Inspecttheworkpieceandremoveallnailsandother
embedded objects prior to starting work
• Donotapplyanysidewaysortwistingforcetothe
blade whilst cutting
• Ifacutdoesnotextendtotheedgeoftheworkpiece,
or if the blade binds in the cut, allow the blade to
come to a complete stop and lift the saw out of the
workpiece
• Donotattempttofreeajammedbladebeforerst
disconnecting the machine from power
• Donotmovethesawbackwardsatanytimewhilst
cutting
• Bewareofprojectedwaste.Insomesituations,waste
material may be projected at speed from the cutting
tool. It is the users responsibility to ensure that
other people in the work area are protected from the
possibility of projected waste
• Ifyouareinterruptedwhenoperatingthesaw,
complete the process and switch off before diverting
your attention
• Thebladeboltandwasherswerespeciallydesigned
for your saw. For optimum performance and safety of
operation never use damaged or incorrect bolt/blade
washers
• Regularlychecktheoperationofthebladeguard.If
the guard does not automatically cover the blade, have
the saw repaired before use
• Periodicallycheckthatallnuts,boltsandotherxings
have not loosened, tighten where necessary
Safety Instructions
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