Global Machinery Company TS1800 - Manual (Page 5)

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18. Check for damaged parts. Before using a tool, check
that there are no damaged parts. If a part is slightly
damaged, carefully determine if it will operate properly
and perform its intended function. Check for alignment of
moving parts, binding of moving parts, breakage of parts,
proper mounting and any other conditions that may affect
the operation of the tool. A part that is damaged should
be properly repaired or replaced by an authorised service
facility, unless otherwise indicated in this Instruction
Manual. Defective switches must be replaced by an
authorised service facility. Do not use a tool if the switch
does not turn the tool on and off correctly.
19. Guard against electric shock. Prevent body contact
with grounded objects such as water pipes, radiators,
cookers and refrigerator enclosures.
20. Use only approved parts. When servicing, use only
identical replacement parts. Use an authorised service
facility to fit replacement parts.
Additional safety rules for table saws
• Always pull the plug out of the power socket before
adjusting or servicing the machine.
• Give these safety regulations to all persons who
work on the machine.
• Do not use this saw to cut firewood.
• CAUTION. Hands and fingers may be injured on the
rotating saw blade.
• Before you use the machine for the first time, check that
the voltage marked on the rating plate is the same as
your mains voltage.
• If you need to use an extension cable, make sure its
conductor cross-section is large enough for the saw’s
power consumption. Minimum cross-section: 1.0mm 2 .
• Do not use or leave the saw in the rain and never use it
in damp, humid, or wet conditions.
• Provide good lighting.
• Never saw near combustible liquids or gases.
• Wear suitable work clothes! Loose garments or jewellery
may become caught up in the rotating saw blade.
• Operators have to be at least 18 years of age.
Trainees of at least 16 years of age are allowed
to use the machine under supervision.
• Keep children and infirm people away from the machine
when it is connected to the power supply.
• Check the power cord. Never use a faulty or damaged
power cord.
• If the cordset is damaged take the saw to an authorised
service centre for repair or replacement
• Never attempt any repairs yourself, always take it to an
authorised service centre for repair or parts replacement.
• Keep the saw table and your workplace clean of wood
scrap and any unnecessary objects.
• Keep the area free of tripping hazards.
• Persons working with the machine should not be distracted.
• Note the direction of rotation of the motor and saw blade.
• After you have switched off the motor, never slow down
the saw blade by applying pressure to its side.
• Fit only blades which are well sharpened and have no
cracks or deformations.
• The machine is to be operated only with a saw blade
from a reputable supplier.
• Faulty saw blades have to be replaced immediately.
• Never use saw blades, which do not comply with the data
specified in this manual.
• Make sure that the arrow on the saw blade complies with
the arrow marked on the machine.
• Never dismantle the machine’s safety devices or put
them out of operation.
• Damaged or faulty safety devices have to be replaced
immediately.
• Never cut a work piece, which is too small to hold securely.
• If you are interrupted when operating the saw, complete
the process and switch off before looking up.