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SAFETY GUIDELINES
SAFETY GUIDELINES
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS FOR LASERS
The mitre saw has a built-in laser light. The laser is class IIIa. These lasers do not normally present an
optical hazard. However, DO NOT stare at the beam, as this can cause ash blindness.
Removing product labels increases the risk of
exposure to laser radiation.
Always avoid direct eye exposure. Do not project the
laser beam directly into the eyes of others or at any object other than the workpiece.
The laser on the mitre saw is not a toy. Always keep it
out of the reach of children. The laser light emitted from this device should never be directed toward
any person for any reason.
Leaving the tool on increases the risk of
someone inadvertently staring into the laser’s beam.
The reflec-
tive surface could reflect the beam back at the operator. Be aware that laser light reflected off of a
mirror or any other reflective surfaces can also be dangerous.
Any repairs must be carried out by
the laser manufacturer or an authorized service agent.
SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES FOR MITRE SAWS
• Always wear eye protection.
• Do not operate the saw without guards in place.
• Be sure to turn the tool off and wait for the saw blade to stop before moving the workpiece or
changing settings.
• Be sure that the power is disconnected before changing the blade or servicing the saw.
• Do not expose to rain or use in a damp location.
• When servicing, use only identical replacement parts.
• Never reach around the saw blade.
• Do not perform any operation freehand. Always place the workpiece to be cut on the mitre saw
table and position it firmly against the fence as a backstop. Always use the fence.
• Always keep hands out of the path of the saw blade. Do not reach under the material being cut
or into the blade’s cutting path with your fingers or hand for any reason.
• To reduce the risk of injury, return the cutting head to the full rear position after each crosscut
operation.
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Always make sure that the mitre table and head assembly (bevel function) are locked in
position before operating your saw. Lock the mitre table by securely tightening the mitre locking
handle. Lock the head assembly (bevel function) by securely tightening the bevel locking knob.
• Be sure the blade path is free of nails. Always carefully inspect lumber and remove all nails
BEFORE cutting.
• Always be sure the blade clears the workpiece. Never start the saw with the blade touching the
workpiece. Always allow the motor to come up to full speed before starting a cut.
• Support long workpieces when cutting to minimize the risk of blade pinching or kickback.
The saw may slip, walk or slide while cutting long or heavy boards.
• Never use a length-stop on the free end of a clamped workpiece. Never hold onto or bind the
free end of the workpiece in any operation. If a clamp and length-stop are used together, they must
both be installed on the same side of the saw table to prevent the saw from catching the loose end and
kicking up.
• Never cut more than one piece at a time. Do not stack more than one workpiece on the worktable
at a time.
• Avoid awkward operations and hand positions where a sudden slip could cause your hand
to hit the blade. Always make sure you have good balance. Never operate your saw on the floor or in
a crouched position.
WARNING!
The use of this tool can generate and/or disburse dust, which may cause serious and permanent
respiratory or other injury. Always use NIOSH/OSHA approved respiratory protection appropriate
for dust exposure. Direct particles away from the face and body.
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