ASSEMBLY
USING THE QUICK LOCK LEVER (See Fig.8)
The work vise is equipped with a threaded screw clamp and handle for tightening the
vise. The clamp is also equipped with a quick lock release mechanism as standard
equipment. The clamp can be tightened against the workpiece in the vise by turning
the handle clockwise and loosened by turning the handle counterclockwise. To use
the quick lock release mechanism, follow the steps below.
1. Release the tension on the screw clamp by turning the handle counterclockwise for
1/2 to 1 full turn.
2. Lift the quick lock lever up and pull back the screw clamp handle sliding the vise
open.
3. To tighten, lift the quick lock lever up and push the screw clamp forward against
the workpiece.
4. Push the quick lock lever down into release mechanism.
Fig.8
5. Turn the screw clamp clockwise to securely tighten the workpiece in the vise.
ATTACHING THE REAR SPARK SHIELD
1. Place the spring washer over the bolt followed by the flat washer and then fit the
bolt through the spark deflector. Place the spark shield in the correct position and
tighten the bolt.
2. Tighten the bolt to secure the spark shield in position.
OPERATION
If any abnormal sounds are heard or abnormal smells or smoke is visible when
Cut-off saw is started, DISCONTINUE USE IMMEDIATELY, TURN OFF SAW
AND REMOVE IT FROM THE AC POWER SOURCE. These could be warning
signs of imminent DANGER. DO NOT USE CUT-OFF SAW IF ANY DAMAGE IS
SUSPECTED. Failure to adhere to this WARNING could result in damage to the
tool or severe injury or death to the operator.
WARNING! Do not use the cut-off saw if the power cord (or extension cord, if
used) is worn, cut, or damaged in any other way. A worn or damaged power cord
must be replaced immediately. Contact Customer Service to obtain the proper
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replacement power cord. Failure to adhere to this warning could result in damage
to the cut-off saw motor, fire, or severe electrical shock or even death to the
operator.
SECURING THE TRIGGER SWITCH (See Fig.9)
The 14" Cut-off saw should always be protected against unauthorized usage.
Follow the steps below to secure the cut-off saw when not in use.
1. Release the trigger switch turning the saw off.
2. Place a padlock, with a shank diameter of 13/16" (21mm) or less, through the
hole in the trigger and close it. This makes the trigger switch inoperable. See
Figure 9.
3. Place the key for the padlock in a secure location.
Fig.9
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