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SMS 305 18-EC
Symbols used in this manual
WARNING!
Denotes impending danger. Non-observance
of this warning may result in death or
extremely severe injuries.
CAUTION!
Denotes a possibly dangerous situation. Non-
observance of this warning may result in
slight injury or damage to property.
NOTE
Denotes application tips and important
information.
Symbols on the power tool
Before switching on the power
tool, read the operating manual!
Wear ear protection
Wear goggles!
No-Hands Zone
Disposal information for the old
machine (see page 49)!
For your safety
WARNING!
Before using the power tool, please read and
follow:
these operating instructions,
the currently valid site rules and the
regulations for the prevention of
accidents.
This power tool is state of the art and has
been constructed in accordance with the
acknowledged safety regulations.
Nevertheless, when in use, the power tool
may be a danger to life and limb of the user
or a third party, or the power tool or other
property may be damaged.
The cordless miter saw may be used only
as intended,
in perfect working order.
Faults which impair safety must be repaired
immediately.
Intended use
This cordless miter saw is intended
–
for commercial use in industry and trade,
–
for making cross cutting, bevel cutting and
compound cutting
–
for cutting wood products, aluminum and
plastics to be used with suitable blades
Safety instructions for miter saw
WARNING!
Read all safety warnings, instructions,
illustrations and specifications provided
with this power tool. Failure to follow all
instructions listed below may result in electric
shock, fire and/or serious injury. Save all
warnings and instructions for future reference.
Miter saws are intended to cut wood or
wood-like products, they cannot be used
with abrasive cut-off wheels for cutting
ferrous material such as bars, rods, suds,
etc. abrasive dust causes moving parts
such as the lower guard to jam. Sparks
form abrasive cutting will burn the lower
guard, the kerf insert and other plastic
parts.
Use clamps to support the workpiece
whenever possible. If supporting the
workpiece by hand you must always
keep your hand at least 100 mm from
either side of the saw blade. Do not use
this saw to cut pieces that are too small
to be securely clamped or held by hand.
If your hand is placed too close to the saw
blade, there is an increased risk of injury
from blade contact.
The workpiece must be stationary and
clamped or held against both the fence
and the table. Do not feed the workpiece
into the blade or cut “freehand” in any
way. Unrestrained or moving workpieces
could be thrown at high speeds, causing
injury.
Push the saw through the workpiece. Do
not pull the saw through the workpiece.
To make a cut, raise the saw head and
pull it out over the workpiece without
cutting, start the motor, press the saw
head down and push the saw through
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