Kickback zone
Never use the kickback zone of the blade for cutting. If the blade is pinched or stalled in the kick-
back zone, the reactive force will push the power cutter up and back towards the user in a rotating
motion causing serious or even fatal injury.
Climbing kickback
If the kickback zone is used for cutting the reactive force drives the blade to climb up in the cut. Do
not use the kickback zone. Use the lower quadrant of the blade to avoid climbing kickback.
Pinching kickback
Pinching is when the cut closes and pinches the blade. If the blade is pinched or stalled the reactive
force will be strong and you might not be able to control the power cutter.
If the blade is pinched or stalled in the kickback zone, the reactive force will push the power cutter
up and back towards the user in a rotating motion causing serious or even fatal injury. Be alert for
potential movement of the work piece. If the work piece is not properly supported and shifts as you
cut, it might pinch the blade and cause a kick back.
Pipe cutting
Special care should be taken when cutting in pipes. If the pipe is not properly supported and the cut
kept open through out the cutting, the blade might be pinched in the kickback zone and cause a
severe kickback. Be especially alert when cutting a pipe with a belled end or a pipe in a trench that,
if not properly supported, may sagand pinch the blade.
Before starting the cut the pipe must be secure so it does not move or roll during cutting.
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