Wellsaw 1316S-SA - Manual (Page 4)

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Safety Instructions
DISCONNECT POWER before adjusting or servicing the saw or
changing a blade.
STAY CLEAR of all moving parts. Keep hands and fi ngers away
form the saw blade.
WHEN MOVING SAW, with hinged frame (saw head), secure the
head in its down position.
WHEN CUTTING MAGNESIUM, take special precautions. Use a
sharp saw blade, make only dry cuts, prevent chip accumulation,
and keep fi re-fi ghting equipment nearby.
THIS SAW SHOULD BE GROUNDED WHILE IN USE TO PRO-
TECT THE OPERATOR FROM ELECTRICAL SHOCK.
CORD CONNECTED TOOLS. If the saw is equipped with an ap-
proved 3-conductor cord and a 3-prong grounding type plug, it
should only be connected to a properly equipped and grounded
receptacle. The green conductor in the cord is the grounding wire.
Never connect the green wire to a live terminal.
Use only a 3-wire extension cord having a 3-pronged receptacle, a
3-pronged plug and ample amperage rating. Replace or repair a
damaged or worn cord immediately.
PERMANENTLY CONNECTED TOOLS. The saw should be con-
nected to a grounded, metal-enclosed wiring system or an equip-
ment-grounding conductor should be run with the circuit conduc-
tors and connected to the saw’s grounding terminal or lead.
To reset the manual starter after a power interruption, return the
switch to OFF and press the RESET button before restarting.
KEEP GUARD IN PLACE and in working order.
REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES. Form a habit.
Check to see that all keys and wrenches are removed from the tool
before turning the tool on.
KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas and benched invite
accidents.
AVOID DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT. Do not use power tools in
damp or wet locations. Keep your work area well lighted.
KEEP CHILDREN AWAY. All visitors should be kept a safe dis-
tance from work area.
MAKE WORKSHOP KID-PROOF with padlocks, master switches,
or by removing starter keys form tools.
DON’T FORCE TOOL. It will do the job better and safer at the rate
for which it is designed
USE RIGHT TOOL. Don’t use a tool a or attachment to do a job for
which it was not designed.
WEAR PROPER APPAREL. No loose clothing or jewelry to get
caught in moving parts. Rubber-soled footwear is recommended
for best footing.
USE SAFETY GLASSES. Also use face or dust mask if operation
is dusty.
SECURE WORK. Use clamps or a vise to hold work. Provide
adequate support to prevent injury from falling work pieces.
MACHINE SET UP
• Always avoid using machine in damp or poorly lighted work
areas.
• Always be sure machine is securely anchored to the fl oor
• Always keep machine guards in place.
• Always put start switch in “OFF” position before plugging in
machine.
MACHINE USE
• Never operate with machine guards missing.
• Always wear safety glasses with side shields (See ANSI
Z87.1)
• Never wear loose clothing or jewelry.
• Never overreach - you may slip into the machine.
• Never leave machine running while away from it.
• Always shut off the machine when not in use.
MACHINE SERVICING
• Always unplug machine from electrical poser while servicing.
• Always follow instructions in Parts and Maintenance manual
when changing accessory tools or parts.
• Never modify the machine.
Read and follow these simple rules for best results and full ben-
efi ts from your machine. Used properly, WELLSAW’s machinery
is among the best in design and safety. However, any machine
used improperly can be rendered ineffi cient and unsafe. It is ab-
solutely mandatory that those who use our products be properly
trained in how to use them correctly. They should read and un-
derstand the Parts and Maintenance manual as well as all labels
affi xed to the machine. Failure in following all of these warnings
can cause serious injury.
Misuse of this machine can cause serious injury.
For safety, this machine must be set up, used and properly serviced.
Read, understand and follow instructions in the Parts and Maintenance manual.