QEP 60020 - Safety Instructions for Tile Saw; General Safety and Personal Protection; Operational and Electrical Safety

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR TILE SAW
READ THIS OWNER’S MANUAL COMPLETELY AND MAKE SURE YOU UNDERSTAND ALL OF IT’S SAFETY GUIDELINES.
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. DO NOT ALTER THE PLUG OR USE A 2-PRONG RECEPTACLE. This saw is equipped with a 3-prong electrical plug.
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KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE and in working order.
REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES. Before turning on the tile saw, make sure the keys and adjusting wrenches have
been removed.
KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas and benches invite accidents.
ALWAYS REMAIN ALERT WHEN THE SAW IS IN USE. inattention on the part of the operator may lead to serious injury.
DON'T USE IN A DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT. Don't use power tools in damp or wet locations or expose them to rain. Keep
work area well lighted.
KEEP CHILDREN AWAY. All visitors should remain at a safe distance from work area.
MAKE WORKSHOP CHILD-PROOF with padiocks, master switches or by removing starter keys.
USE RIGHT TOOL. Don’t force tool or attachment to do a job for which it was not designed.
USE PROPER EXTENSION CORD. Make sure your extension cord is in good condition. When using an extension cord, be sure
to use one heavy enough to carry the current your product will draw. An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting
in loss of power and overheating. Table (see Table 1) shows the correct size to use depending on cord length and nameplate
ampere rating. If in doubt, use the next heavier gauge. The smaller the gauge number, the heavier the cord.
. DON’T FORCE TOOL. it has been designed to operate at maximum safety and performance levels.
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DO NOT FORCE THE MATERIAL BEING CUT. Always let the blade cut at its own speed.
WEAR PROPER APPAREL. Do not wear loose clothing, neckties, rings, bracelets or other Jewelry which may get caught in
moving parts. Non-slip foot wear is recommended. Wear protective hair covering if you have long hair.
ALWAYS USE SAFETY GLASSES. Also use face or dust mask for commercial cutting operations. Everyday eyeglasses only have
impact-resistant lenses, they are NOT safety glasses.
SECURE WORK. Use clamps or a vise instead of your hand to hold work when practical. This safety precaution allows for proper
tool operation using both hands.
DON'T OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep tools clean and in good working condition for maximum safety performance. Follow
instructions for lubricating and changing accessories.
DISCONNECT TOOLS BEFORE SERVICING - when changing accessories, ILLUSTRATION 1
such as blades, bits, cutters, etc.
REDUCE THE RISK OF UNINTENTIONAL STARTING. Make sure switch
is in OFF position before plugging in.
USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. Consult the owner's manual for
recommended accessories. The use of improper accessories may increase
risk of injury.
DO NOT DRY CUT WITH BLADES DESIGNED FOR WET CUTS.
MAKE SURE YOU USE THE CORRECT BLADE for the job you are doing.
NEVER STAND ON TOOL. Serious injury could occur if the tile saw is
tipped or if the cutting tool is unintentionally contacted.
CHECK DAMAGED PARTS. Before further use of the tool, damaged
part(s), (i.e., guard) should be carefully checked to determine that it will f
operate properly and perform its intended function. Check for alignment DRIP LOOP
of moving parts, binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, mounting
and any other conditions that may affect the saw’s operation. A guard or
other part that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced.
ENSURE THAT THERE IS A CONTINUOUS FLOW OF WATER to both
sides of blade during operation.
CHECK DIAMOND BLADES CAREFULLY FOR CRACKS, NICKS,
MISSING DIAMOND MATRIX OR OUT-OF-ALIGNMENT CONDITION.
Replace damaged blades immediately. DO NOT USE DAMAGED BLADES. They may cause bodily injury.
DIRECTION OF FEED. Feed work into the blade against the direction of rotation of the blade only.
NEVER LEAVE TOOL RUNNING UNATTENDED. Turn power off. Don’t leave tool until it comes to a complete stop.
POSITIONING OF TILE SAW ( See Illustration 1 )
A. To avoid the possibility of the appliance plug or receptacle getting wet, position the tile saw to one side of a wall-mounted
receptacle to prevent water from dripping onto the receptacle or plug. The user should arrange a “drip loop” in the cord
connecting the saw to a receptacle. The “drip loop” is that part of the cord below the level of the receptacle, or connector if
an extension cord is used, to. prevent water traveling along the cord and coming in contact with the receptacle.
B. If the plug or receptacle does get wet, DO NOT unplug the cord. Disconnect the fuse or circuit breaker that supplies power to
the tool. Then, unplug and examine for presence of water in the receptacle.
CHECK DIAMOND BLADES CAREFULLY for cracks, nicks, missing diamond matrix, or out-of-alignment. Replace blades
immmediately. DO NOT use damaged blades. They may cause bodily injury.