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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR FURTHER RISKS
- Do not force the machine unnecessarily: excessive cutting pressure may lead to rapid
deterioration of the blade and a decrease in performance in terms of finish and cutting
precision.
- When cutting aluminium and plastics always use the appropriate clamps: all workpieces must
be clamped down firmly.
- Avoid accidental starts: do not press the start button while inserting the plug into the socket.
- Always use the tools recommended in this manual to obtain the best results from your cutting-
off machine.
- Always keep hands away from the work area when the machine is running; before performing
tasks of any kind release the main switch button located on the handgrip, thus disconnecting
the machine.
- Ensure the locking pin no.
19 (fig.1)
is inserted completely when the machine is used as a
circular saw.
Working with an electric machine can be dangerous if you do not follow suitable safety
measures. As for any electric machine with moving parts, the use of a tool entails some risks. If
you use the machine as prescribed in this manual, you pay careful attention to the work you are
doing, you observe the regulations and you use the suitable personal devices of protection, you
can reduce the probability of risk. The possible further risks are related to:
1 – direct or in direct contacts with electrical shock
2 – injuries due to contact with moving or rotating parts, and especially mitre saw’s teeth
3 – injuries due to contact with angular or cutting parts when replacing the blade
4 – injuries due to the ejection of tool parts or of the material you are processing
5 – injuries due to noise while cutting
6 – injuries due to inhalation of dangerous dust
7 – injuries due to the fact that the tool has been not correctly assembled