User Manual

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b) When blade is binding, or when interrupting a cut for any reason, release the
trigger and hold the saw motionless in the material until the blade comes to a
complete stop. Never attempt to remove the saw from the work or pull the saw
backward while the blade is in motion or kickback may occur. Investigate and
take corrective actions to eliminate the cause of blade binding.
c) When restarting a saw in the workpiece, centre the saw blade in the kerf and
check that saw teeth are not engaged into the material. If saw blade is binding,
it may walk up or kickback from the workpiece as the saw is restarted.
d) Support large panels to minimise the risk of blade pinching and kickback.
Large panels tend to sag under their own weight. Supports must be placed
under the panel on both sides, near the line of cut and near the edge of the
panel.
e) Do not use dull or damaged blades. Unsharpened or improperly set blades
produce narrow kerf causing excessive friction, blade binding and kickback.
f) Blade depth and bevel adjusting locking levers must be tight and secure before
making cut. If blade adjustment shifts while cutting, it may cause binding and
kickback.
g) Use extra caution when sawing into existing walls or other blind areas. The
protruding blade may cut objects that can cause kickback.
Guard function
-- Check guard for proper closing before each use. Do not operate the saw if
guard does not move freely and enclose the blade instantly. Never clamp or tie
the guard so that the blade is exposed. If saw is accidentally dropped, guard
may be bent. Check to make sure that guard moves freely and does not touch
the blade or any other part, in all angles and depths of cut.
--- Check the operation and condition of the guard return spring. If the guard and
the spring are not operating properly, they must be serviced before use. Guard
may operate sluggishly due to damaged parts, gummy deposits, or a build-up
of debris.
--- Assure that the base plate of the saw will not shift while performing the
"plunge cut"when the blade bevel setting is not at 90°. Blade shifting sideways
will cause binding and likely kick back.
--- Always observe that the guard is covering the blade before placing saw down
on bench or floor. An unprotected, coasting blade will cause the saw to walk
backwards, cutting whatever is in its path. Be aware of the time it takes for the
blade to stop after switch is released.
ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES FOR YOUR SAW
• Always wear a dust mask, hearing protection and eye protection.
• Only use saw blades recommended in the specification.
ADDITIONAL SAFETY WARNINGS FOR ALL SAWS
WARNING!
To reduce the risk of electrocution, keep all connections dry and off the
ground. Do not touch plug with wet hands.
FPO