Altocraft 240-2087 Operator's Manual - Page 3

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS FOR COMPOUND MITER SAW

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

15. USE EYE PROTECTION. Use a full-face mask if the work you're doing

produces metal filings, dust or wood chips. Goggles are acceptable in other

situations. Wear a clean dust mask if the work involves creating a lot of fine

or coarse dust.

16. SECURE WORK. Use clamps or a vise to hold the work, this frees both

hands to operate the tool.

17. DON'T OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. Do not

reach over or across machines that are running.

18. MAINTAIN TOOLS. Keep tools sharp and clean for better and safer

performance. Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories.

For safe performance. Keep handles dry, clean and free from oil and grease.

19. AVOID UNINTENTIONAL STARTING. Be sure the switch is in the OFF posi-

tion before plugging in.

20. ALWAYS CHECK AND MAKE SURE TO REMOVE ANY ADJUSTING KEYS

OR WRENCHES before turning the tool on. Left attached, these parts can fly

off a moving part and result in injury.

21. DO NOT USE THE TOOL IF IT CANNOT BE SWITCHED ON OR OFF.

Have your tool repaired before using it.

22. DISCONNNECT THE PLUG FROM THE POWER SOURCE BEFORE MAKING

ANY ADJUSTMENTS. Changing attachments or accessories can be dangerous

if the tool could accidentally start.

23. STAY ALERT. Watch what you are doing & use common sense. Don't operate

any tool when you are tired.

24. CHECK FOR DAMAGED PARTS. Before using this tool, any part that is

damaged should be carefully checked to determine that it will operate prop-

erly and perform its intended function. Check for alignment of moving parts,

binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, mountings, and other conditions

that may affect its operation. Inspect screws and tighten any ones that are

loose. Any part that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced by

an authorized service center unless otherwise indicated elsewhere in the in-

struction manual. Have defective switches replaced by an authorized service

center. Don't use the tool if switch does not turn it on and off properly.

25. REPLACEMENT PARTS. When servicing, use only identical replacement

parts.

26. SERVICE AND REPAIRS should be made by qualified repair technicians at

an authorized repair center. Improperly repaired tools could cause serious

shock or injury.

WOOD ONLY. The saw is designed for woodcutting only.

DAMAGED OR WARPED SAW BLADES should not be used. They are out

of balance and could cause further damage to the saw and possible personal

injury.

USE ONLY WITH GUARD IN PLACE. The guard protects the operator

from cutting debris as well as from broken pieces of the blade, should it break

in use.

REPLACE THE TABLE INSERT WHEN WORN. Excessive tear-out increases

the likelihood of injury from flying debris. When setting the saw at a new angle,

check that the blade does not cut into the table insert, rear fence, or another

part of your saw.

ALWAYS USE THE BLADE WRENCH to tighten the saw blade onto the arbor.

CONNECT YOUR MITER SAW TO A DUST COLLECTING DEVICE if pos-

sible. If not, use the dust bag that comes with the tool and empty it regularly.

USE A SAWBLADE SUITED TO THE CUTTING JOB AND MATERIAL TO BE

CUT.