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a) Maintain a rm grip with both hands on the saw and position your arms to resist kickback forces. Position your
body to either side of the blade, but not in line with the blade. Kickback could cause the saw to jump backwards, but
kickback forces can be controlled by the operator, if proper precautions are taken.
b) When blade is binding, or when interrupting a cut for any reason, release the trigger and hold the saw motionless
in the material until the blade comes to a complete stop. Never attempt to remove the saw from the work piece or
pull the saw backward while the blade is in motion or kickback may occur. Investigate and take corrective actions to
eliminate the cause of blade binding.
c) When restarting a saw in the workpiece, centre the saw blade in the kerf so that the saw teeth are not engaged into
the material. if a saw blade binds, it may walk up or kickback from the workpiece as the saw is restarted.
d) Support large panels to minimise the risk of blade pinching and kickback. Large panels tend to sag under their own
weight. Supports must be placed under the panel on both sides, near the line of cut and near the edge of the panel.
e) Do not use dull or damaged blades. Unsharpened or improperly set blades produce narrow kerf causing excessive
friction, blade binding and kickback.
f) Blade depth and bevel adjusting locking levers must be tight and secure before making a cut. If blade adjustment
shifts while cutting, it may cause binding and kickback.
g) Use extra caution when sawing into existing walls or other blind areas. The protruding blade may cut objects that can
cause kickback.
Lower guard function
a) Check the lower guard for proper closing before each use. Do not operate the saw if the
lower guard does not
move freely and close instantly. Never clamp or tie the lower guard into the open position. If the
saw is accidentally
dropped, lower guard may be bent. Raise the lower guard with the retracting handle and make sure it moves freely and does
not touch the blade or any other part, in all angles and depths of cut.
b) Check the operation of the lower guard spring. If the guard and the spring are not operating properly, they must be
serviced before use. Lower guard may operate sluggishly due to damaged parts, gummy deposits, or a build-up of debris.
c) The Lower guard should be retracted manually only for special cuts such as’ plunge cuts’ and ‘compound cuts’
.Raise the lower guard by the retracting handle and as soon as blade enters the material, the lower guard must be released.
For all other sawing, the lower guard should operate automatically.
d) Always observe that the lower guard is covering the blade before placing the saw down on bench or oor. An unpro-
tected, coasting blade will cause the saw to walk backwards, cutting whatever is in its path. Be ware of the time it takes for
the blade to stop after switch is released.
The following risks are typical for the use of this machine:
- injuries caused by touching the rotating parts, especially the blade
- injuries caused by breakage of the saw blade
In spite of the application of the relevant safety regulations, the implementation of safety devices and the use of the tool in
accordance with the instructions, several residual risks cannot be avoided, e.g.:
- Impairment of hearing when using inappropriate hearing protection.
- Impairment of the respiratory system if no appropriate protective dust mask is used.
- Injuries to eyes, if no appropriate protective goggles are used.
- Risk of accidents caused by the uncovered parts of the rotating cutting blade.
- Risk of injury when changing the blade.
- Risk of squeezing ngers when opening the guards
Saw Blade Safety Warnings:
a) Only use saw blades recommended and only use saw blades if you have knowledge of how to use and handle them.
b) Pay attention to the maximum rotational speed. The maximum rotational speed marked on the saw blade shall not be
exceeded. Where stated, the speed range shall be adhered to.
c) Do not use saw blades which are cracked. Repairing is not permitted.
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