SPECIFIC SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR MITRE SAWS
1. Do not use the saw without the protection devices in position, especially after changing
mode; ensure that it is perfectly efficient and properly maintained.
2. Replace the table insert when worn.
3. Do not use saw blades which are damaged or deformed.
4. Only use saw blades recommended by the manufacturer and which conform to EN 847-1
standard; take care that the selection of the saw blade accounts for the material to be
cut; before replacing the blade ascertain that outer diameter and bore diameter are
consistent with those used on the mitre saw, that the riving knife is thinner than the
groove cut made by the saw blade and not wider than blade’s body, and the speed
marked on the blade exceeds the speed of the machine indicated on the data plate.
5. Do not use any saw blade manufactured from high speed steel, marked with “ HS “; use
blades with carbide inserts marked with “ HW “.
6. Ensure that the arm is securely fixed when bevelling.
7. Connect the saw to a dust collection device when sawing wood.
8. Wear suitable personal protective equipment when necessary, this could include: hearing
protection to reduce the risk of induced hearing loss; respiratory protection to reduce the
risk of inhalation of harmful dust; gloves for handling saw blades (saw blade shall be
carried in a holder wherever practicable) and rough material.
9. Always put the pusher away when you do not use it.
10. As soon as you discover any faults in the machine, including malfunctions of protection
devices or saw blade, report them.
11. Do not use the saw to cut other materials than the ones recommended by the
manufacturer.
12. The user must know all lifting and transportation information and do not to use guards for
this purpose.
13. Keep the floor area around the machine free of loose materials, e.g. chips and cut-offs.
14. It is recommended to use the mitre saw in a properly lightened area.
15. The operator must know all blade replacement procedures including prescriptions and
warnings for correct guarding repositioning both in mitre saw and bench saw mode.
16. Use pusher or push-block handle to avoid working with the hands close to the saw blade
when using in the table-saw mode.
17. The operator must be adequately trained in the use, adjustment and operation of the
machine.
18. When using the machine as a table saw, ensure that the arm is securely fixed in its
working position.
19. Stop the saw when unattended.
20. Ensure that the bench is securely fixed at the suitable height.
21. When using the machine as a circular saw, ensure that the upper portion of the saw
blade is completely covered.
22. Ensure that the machine is always fixed to a bench whenever possible.
23. Refrain from removing any cut-offs or other parts of the workpiece from the cutting area
whilst the machine is running and the saw head is not in the rest position.
24. The long pieces of wood, which protrude from the workbench of the machine, must be
adequately supported by trestles or similar means, to prevent them from falling off during
the cut.
25. The riving knife must be always correctly placed: the distance between it and the toothed
rim of the saw blade shall be between 3 mm and 8 mm and not be lower than 5 mm from
the tooth peak.
26. During transportation the upper part of the saw blade shall be covered.
27. In table sawing mode the lower additional protection must always be mounted.
28. When the saw blade is jammed in the workpiece, always switch off the machine before
removing the workpiece.
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