Read and understand all the instructions before attempting to as-
semble or operate the tool. Failure to follow the instructions listed below could
result in electric shock, fire and/or serious personal injury.
Refer to them often and use them to instruct others.
1. KEEP YOUR WORK AREA CLEAN AND WELL LIT.
Cluttered benches and dark
areas invite accidents. DO NOT leave tools or pieces of wood on the saw while it
2. DO NOT OPERATE POWER TOOLS IN EXPLOSIVE ENVIRONMENTS, SUCH
AS IN THE PRESENCE OF FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS, GASES OR DUST.
tools create sparks, which could ignite dust or fumes.
3. KEEP BYSTANDERS, CHILDREN AND VISITORS AWAY WHILE OPERATING
Distractions could cause you to lose control.
4. STORE IDLE TOOLS OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN AND OTHER UN-
Tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
5. NEVER LEAVE THE TOOL RUNNING UNATTENDED. TURN THE POWER OFF.
Don’t leave the tool until it comes to a complete stop.
6. MAKE THE WORKSHOP CHILDPROOF –
with padlocks, master switches, or by
1. BEFORE PLUGGING IN THE TOOL, BE CERTAIN THE OUTLET VOLTAGE
SUPPLIED IS COMPATIBLE WITH THE VOLTAGE MARKED ON THE NAME-
An outlet voltage incompatible with that specified on the
nameplate can result in serious hazards and damage to the tool.
2. GROUNDING TOOLS ARE EQUIPPED WITH THREE-PRONG PLUG (THE
GROUNDING BLADE IS THE LONGEST OF THE 3 BLADES).
into a three-hole electrical receptacle. Do not modify the plug provided. If the plug
does not fit the outlet, have the proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.
Check with a qualified electrician or service personnel if the grounding instruc-
tions are not completely understood, or if in doubt as to whether the tool is
3. AVOID BODY CONTACT WITH GROUNDED SURFACES SUCH AS PIPES,
RADIATORS, RANGES AND REFRIGERATORS.
There is an increased risk of
electric shock if your body is grounded.
4. DO NOT EXPOSE POWER TOOLS TO RAIN OR WET CONDITIONS.
entering a power tool will increase the risk of electric shock.
5. DO NOT ABUSE THE CORD.
Never use the cord to carry the tool or pull the plug
from an outlet. Keep the cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts.
Replace damaged cords immediately. Damaged cords increase the risk of electric
6. WHEN OPERATING A POWER TOOL OUTSIDE, USE AN OUTDOOR EXTEN-
SION CORD MARKED “W-A” OR “W”.
These cords are rated for outdoor use
and reduce the risk of electric shock.