Chicago Electric 12" COMPOUND SLIDE MITER SAW 96698 - Manuel (Page 4)

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off. Any power tool that cannot
be controlled with the switch is
dangerous and must be repaired.
disconnect the plug from the
c.
power source and/or the battery
pack from the power tool before
making any adjustments,
changing accessories, or storing
power tools. Such preventive
safety measures reduce the
risk of starting the power tool
accidentally.
Store idle power tools out of
d.
the reach of children and do not
allow persons unfamiliar with the
power tool or these instructions
to operate the power tool. Power
tools are dangerous in the hands
of untrained users.
Maintain power tools. Check for
e.
misalignment or binding of moving
parts, breakage of parts and any
other condition that may affect the
power tool’s operation. If damaged,
have the power tool repaired before
use. Many accidents are caused by
poorly maintained power tools.
Keep cutting tools sharp and clean.
f.
Properly maintained cutting tools
with sharp cutting edges are less
likely to bind and are easier to
control.
Use the power tool and accessories
g.
in accordance with these instructions
and in the manner intended for the
particular type of power tool, taking
into account the working conditions
and the work to be performed. Use
of the power tool for operations
different from those intended could
result in a hazardous situation.
Service 5.
Have your power tool serviced by a.
a qualified repair person using only
identical replacement parts. This will
ensure that the safety of the power
tool is maintained.
Specific Safety Rules
Keep hands out of path of saw blade. 1.
Do not operate saw without guards in 2.
place.
Do not perform any operation
3.
freehand.
Never reach around saw blade.
4.
Turn off tool and wait for saw blade 5.
to stop before moving workpiece or
changing settings.
Unplug tool before changing blade or
6.
servicing.
To reduce the risk of injury, pull
7.
carriage to full rear position after
each crosscut operation.
Do not expose to rain or use in damp
8.
locations.
Only use 12” maximum diameter
9.
blade rated at 5,000 RPM or greater.
Maintain labels and nameplates on
10.
the tool. These carry important safety
information. If unreadable or missing,
contact Harbor Freight Tools for a
replacement.
Avoid unintentional starting. Prepare
11.
to begin work before turning on the
tool.
Do not walk away from this tool until
12.
it has come to a complete stop.