Important Safety Instructions For All Tools; Additional Safety Instructions For Sliding Compound Miter Saws - DeWalt DW712 Guide D'utilisation

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Important Safety Instructions for All Tools

WARNING: For your own safety, read the instruction manual before operating the
sliding compound miter saw. Failure to heed these warnings may result in person-
al injury and serious damage to the saw. When servicing this tool, use only identical
replacement parts. Have damaged cords replaced by an authorized service center.
DOUBLE INSULATION
Double insulated tools are constructed throughout with two separate layers of electrical insula-
tion or one double thickness of insulation between you and the tool's electrical system. Tools built
with this insulation system are not intended to be grounded. As a result, your tool is equipped
with a two prong plug which permits you to use extension cords without concern for maintaining
a ground connection.
NOTE: Double insulation does not take the place of normal safety precautions when operating
this tool. The insulation system is for added protection against injury resulting from a possible
electrical insulation failure within the tool.
POLARIZED PLUGS
To reduce the risk of electric shock, this equipment has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than
the other). This plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully into the
outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to install the proper
outlet. Do not change the plug in any way.
WARNING: When using electric tools, basic safety precautions should always be followed
to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and personal injury, including the following:
• KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE and in working order.
• REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES. Form habit of checking to see that keys
and adjusting wrenches are removed from tool before turning it on.
• KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas and benches invite injuries.
• DON'T USE IN DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT. Don't use power tools in damp or wet loca-
tions, or expose them to rain or snow. Keep work area well lighted. Always operate tool in a
well-ventilated area free of combustible materials, gasoline or solvent vapors. If sparks come
in contact with flammable vapors, they may ignite, causing fire or explosion.
• KEEP CHILDREN AWAY. All visitors should be kept safe distance from work area.
• MAKE WORKSHOP KID PROOF with padlocks, master switches, or by removing starter keys.
• DON'T FORCE TOOL. It will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed.
• USE RIGHT TOOL. Don't force tool or attachment to do a job for which it was not designed.
• USE PROPER EXTENSION CORD. Make sure your extension cord is in good condition.
When using an extension cord, be sure to use one heavy enough to carry the current your
product will draw. An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in overheating
and loss of power. The following table shows the correct size to use depending on cord length
and nameplate ampere rating. If in doubt, use the next heavier gage. The smaller the gage
number, the heavier the cord.
Minimum Gage for Cord Sets
Volts Total Length of Cord in Feet
120V 0-25 26-50
240V 0-50 51-100
Ampere Rating
More Not more
Than Than
0 - 6 18 16
6 - 10 18 16
10 - 12 16 16
12 - 16 14 12
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• WEAR PROPER APPAREL. Do not wear loose clothing, gloves, neckties, rings, bracelets, or
other jewelry which may get caught in moving parts. Non-slip footwear is recommended. Wear
protective hair covering to contain long hair. Air vents often cover moving parts and should also
be avoided.
• ALWAYS USE SAFETY GLASSES. Also use face or dust mask if cutting operation is dusty.
Everyday eyeglasses only have impact resistant lenses, they are not safety glasses.
• SECURE WORK. Use clamps or vise when you cannot secure the workpiece on the table
and against the fence by hand or when your hand will be dangerously close to the blade
(within 6").
• DON'T OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
• MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep tools sharp and clean for best and safest
performance. Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories.
• DISCONNECT TOOLS before servicing; when changing accessories, such as blades,
clamps, extensions, and the like.
• REDUCE THE RISK OF UNINTENTIONAL STARTING. Make sure switch is in off position
before plugging in.
• USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. Consult the instruction manual for recommended
accessories. The use of improper accessories may cause risk of injury to persons.
• NEVER STAND ON TOOL. Serious injury could occur if the tool is tipped or if the cutting tool
is unintentionally contacted.
• CHECK DAMAGED PARTS. Before further use of the tool, a guard or other part that is
damaged should be carefully checked to determine that it will operate properly and perform its
intended function. Check for alignment of moving parts, binding of moving parts, breakage of
parts, mounting, and any other conditions that may affect its operation. A guard or other part
that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced.
• NEVER LEAVE TOOL RUNNING UNATTENDED. TURN POWER OFF. Don't leave tool until
it comes to a complete stop.
Additional Safety Instructions for Sliding Compound
Miter Saws
• Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protection. Dust mask, non-skid safety shoes,
hard hat, or hearing protection must be used for appropriate conditions.
• Keep hands out of path of saw blade. NEVER CUT A PIECE WHERE HAND WOULD BE
CLOSER THAN 6" (152 mm) TO THE BLADE.
• Do not operate saw without guards in place.
• Do not perform any operation freehand, that is without holding or clamping the workpiece
against the fence and saw table.
• Never reach in back of saw blade.
• Turn off tool and wait for saw blade to stop before moving workpiece or changing settings.
• Disconnect power before changing blade or servicing.
• Blade adjustment is to be made only with the power off and the blade stopped.
• Never use saw without kerf plate.
• Replace kerf plate when it is worn.
• To reduce risk of injury, return carriage to the full rear position after each crosscut
operation.
• DO - Protect electric supply line with at least a 15 ampere time-delay fuse or a circuit
breaker.
• DO - Make certain the blade rotates in the correct direction and that the teeth at the bottom
of the blade are pointing to the rear of the sliding compound miter saw.
• DO use the stabilizer bar at all times.
• DO - Be sure all clamp handles and knobs are tight before starting any operation.
• DO - Be sure all blade and clamp washers are clean and recessed sides of collars are
against blade. Tighten arbor screw securely.
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