No-Hands Zone
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PREPARING TO MAKE A CUT
BODY and HAND POSITIONING
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NOTE: Correct operator stance and
positioning is very important when
operating any Mitre Saw.
1) Never place your hands within
the ‘no hands zone’ (at least 150mm
away from the blade). Keep hands
away from the path of the blade.
2) Secure the workpiece rmly to the
table and against the fence to prevent
any movement.
3) Use a Hold Down Clamp if possible
but check that it is so positioned that
it does not interfere with the path of
the blade or other moving machine
parts.
4) Avoid awkward operations and
hand positions where a sudden slip
could cause your ngers or a hand to
move into the blade.
5) Before attempting a cut, make a
‘dry run’ with the power off so that
you can see the path of the blade.
6) Keep your hands in position until
the ON/OFF trigger switch has
been released and the blade has
completely stopped.
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