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SAFETY INFORMATION
k) Keep saw blades clean, sharp, and with sucient set. Never use warped saw blades or saw
blades with cracked or broken teeth. Sharp and properly set saw blades minimize binding, stalling
and kickback.
4) Table saw operating procedure warnings
a) Turn o the table saw and disconnect the power cord when removing the table insert,
changing the saw blade or making adjustments to the riving knife, anti-kickback device or
saw blade guard, and when the machine is left unattended. Precautionary measures will avoid
accidents.
b) Never leave the table saw running unattended. Turn it o and don’t leave the tool until it
comes to a complete stop. An unattended running saw is an uncontrolled hazard.
c) Locate the table saw in a well-lit and level area where you can maintain good footing and
balance. It should be installed in an area that provides enough room to easily handle the size
of your workpiece. Cramped, dark areas, and uneven slippery oors invite accidents.
d) Frequently clean and remove sawdust from under the saw table and/or the dust collection
device. Accumulated sawdust is combustible and may self-ignite.
e) The table saw must be secured. A table saw that is not properly secured may move or tip over.
f) Remove tools, wood scraps, etc. from the table before the table saw is turned on. Distraction
or a potential jam can be dangerous.
g) Always use saw blades with correct size and shape (diamond versus round) of arbor holes.
Saw blades that do not match the mounting hardware of the saw will run o-center, causing loss of
control.
h) Never use damaged or incorrect saw blade mounting means such as anges, saw blade
washers, bolts or nuts. These mounting means were specially designed for your saw, for safe
operation and optimum performance.
i) Never stand on the table saw, do not use it as a stepping stool. Serious injury could occur if the
tool is tipped or if the cutting tool is accidentally contacted.
j) Make sure that the saw blade is installed to rotate in the proper direction. Do not use
grinding wheels, wire brushes, or abrasive wheels on a table saw. Improper saw blade
installation or use of accessories not recommended may cause serious injury.
WARNING Read all safety warnings, instructions, illustrations and specications provided
with this power tool. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, re
and/or serious injury.
Save all warnings and instructions for future reference.
a) DANGER – Never place your hands in the vicinity or in line with the saw blade.
b) WARNING – Wear eye protection.
c) WARNING – Always use a properly functioning saw-blade guard, riving knife and anti-kickback
device for every operation for which it can be used, including all through sawing.
d) WARNING – Use a push-stick or push-block when required.
e) WARNING – Do not perform any operation freehand.
f) WARNING – Pay particular attention to instructions on reducing risk of kickback.
g) WARNING – Never reach around or over saw blade.
h) WARNING – Turn o tool and wait for saw blade to stop before moving workpiece or changing
settings.
i) WARNING – Never stand directly in line with the saw blade. Always position your body on the same
side of the saw blade as the fence.
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