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angles and depths of cut.
spring are not operating properly, they must be serviced before use. Lower guard may
operate sluggishly due to damaged parts, gummy deposits, or a buildup of debris.
and “Compound Cuts.” Raise lower guard by Retracting Handle. As soon as blade
enters the material, lower guard must be released. For all other sawing, the lower
guard should operate automatically.
Always observe that the lower guard is covering the blade before placing saw down on
cutting whatever is in its path. Be aware of the time it takes for the blade to stop after
switch is released.
the work properly to minimize body exposure, blade binding, or loss of control. Use
vises, clamps, or other appropriate supports to securely hold the workpiece.
When ripping always use a rip fence or straight edge guide. This improves the
accuracy of cut and reduces the chance of blade binding.
Always use blades with correct size and shape (diamond vs. round) and arbor holes.
Blades that do not match the mounting hardware of the saw will run eccentrically,
causing loss of control.
Never use damaged or incorrect blade washers or bolts. The blade washers and
bolt were specially designed for your saw, for optimum performance and safety of
operation.
pinched, bound, or misaligned saw blade, causing an uncontrolled saw to lift up and
out of the workpiece toward the operator. When the blade is pinched or bound tightly
by the kerf closing down, the blade stalls and the motor reaction drives the unit rapidly
teeth at the back edge of the blade can dig into the top surface of the wood causing
the blade to climb out of the kerf and jump back toward the operator. Kickback is the
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you to resist kickback forces. Kickback forces can be controlled by the operator, if
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