• CHECK DAMAGED PARTS. Before further use of the tool, a guard
or other part that is damaged should be carefully checked to deter-
mine 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.
• REPLACEMENT PARTS. When servicing use only identical
replacement parts.
• TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK:
a. This equipment may have 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, contact a qualified elec-
trician to install the proper outlet.
b. The tool may be equipped with a 3-prong grounding type
plug. This plug is to be used in a grounded outlet only. If the
plug does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to install the
proper outlet.
c. Do not alter the plug in any way.
Additional Safety Rules for Chop Saw
• Always wear proper eye and respiratory protection.
• Before using, inspect the cutting wheel for cracks or flaws. If
such a crack or flaw is evident, discard the wheel. The wheel
should also be inspected whenever you think the tool may
have been dropped. Flaws may cause wheel breakage.
• When starting the tool with a new or replacement wheel or if
you are unsure of the condition of the wheel, hold the tool in a
well protected area and let it run for one minute. If the wheel has
an undetected crack or flaw, it should burst in less than one minute.
Never start the tool with a person in line with the wheel. This
includes the operator.
• In operation, avoid bouncing the wheel or giving it rough treat-
ment. If this occurs, stop the tool and inspect the wheel for cracks
or flaws.
• Clean your chop saw periodically following the procedure in this
manual.
• Do not remove wheel guards or base.
• ALWAYS USE THE VISE OR SPECIAL FIXTURE TO CLAMP
WORK SECURELY. Other aids such as spring, bar, or C-clamps
may be appropriate for certain sizes and shapes of workpiece. Use
care in selecting and placing these clamps and make a dry run
before making a cut.
• Use only 14" type 1 wheels rated at 4100 rpm or higher.
• Allow cut off parts to cool before handling.
• Do not attempt to cut wood or plastic with this tool.
• NEVER CUT MAGNESIUM WITH THIS TOOL.
• Use chop saw in a well-ventilated area.
• Turn chop saw off before removing any pieces from the base.
• DO NOT CUT ELECTRICALLY LIVE MATERIAL.
• Do not use circular saw blades or any other toothed blades
with this tool. Serious injury may result.
• DO NOT OPERATE THIS TOOL NEAR FLAMMABLE
LIQUIDS, GASES OR DUST. Sparks or hot chips from cutting or
arcing motor brushes may ignite combustible materials.
• Do not use the side of the abrasive wheel as a deburring grinder.
This will substantially weaken the wheel creating an unsafe
condition. The wheel may come apart .
CAUTION: Wear appropriate hearing protection during use.
Under some conditions and duration of use, noise from this product
may contribute to hearing loss.
CAUTION: Spark deflector will get hot. Avoid touching or adjust-
ing while hot. Keep cordset and materials away from spark deflector.
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