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preventive safety measures reduce the risk of
starting the power tool accidentally.
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Power tools are dangerous in the hands of
untrained users.
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Many accidents are caused by poorly
maintained power tools.
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maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting
edges are less likely to bind and are easier to
control.
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power tool for operations different from those
intended could result in a hazardous situation.
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The guard cannot protect you from the blade
below the workpiece.
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blade teeth should be visible below the
workpiece.
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9<+-<9==C9?<6/1 #/-?</>2/A9<5:3/-/>9
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work properly to minimize body exposure,
blade binding, or loss of control.
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A3<3819<3>9A8-9<. Contact with a "live" wire
will also make exposed metal parts of the tool
“live” and shock the operator.
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accuracy of cut and reduces the chance for
blade binding.
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hardware of the saw will run eccentrically,
causing loss of control.
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were specially designed for your saw, for
optimum performance and safety of operation.
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pressure treated lumber require special
attention during cutting operation to prevent
kickback.
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typical hand support of the saw.
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<?88381>2/ =+A7+C89>=2?>900 If either
occurs, unplug the saw immediately and do
not use until repaired.
DANGER
!
!
WARNING
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