Skil 5995 - Safety Rules for Circular Saws; Cutting procedures

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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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suitable for one type of battery pack may
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battery pack.
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Shorting the battery terminals together may
cause burns or a fire.
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battery may cause irritation or burns.
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safety of the power tool is maintained.
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saw, they cannot be cut by the blade.
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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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work properly to minimize body exposure,
blade binding, or loss of control.
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will also make exposed metal parts of the tool
“live” and shock the operator.
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of cut and reduces the chance for blade binding.
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Blades that do not match the mounting
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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WARNING
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DANGER
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