WEN 70712 12 Sliding Compound Miter Saw - Manual (Page 7)

ITEM 70712 OPERATOR’S MANUAL 7
WARNING: Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other
construction activities contains chemicals known to cause cancer, birth defects or other
reproductive harm. Some examples of these chemicals are: a) Lead from lead-based
paints, b) crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products, c) Arsenic and
chromium from chemically treated lumber. Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on
how often you do this type of work. To reduce your exposure to these chemicals, work in a well
ventilated area, and work with approved safety equipment, including dust masks that are
specially designed to filter out microscopic particles.
5. Wear proper apparel. Do not wear loose clothing, neckties, or jewelry that can get caught in
the tool/equipment's moving parts and cause bodily injury. Wear protective hair covering to
contain long hair. Non-slip shoes are recommended when working outdoors.
6. Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is in the OFF position before connecting to
a power source or moving your tool/equipment.
Service
All repairs, whether electrical or mechanical, should be made by a qualified professional repair
technician at an authorized service center using only identical replacement parts. This will ensure
that the safety of your Electrical Tool is maintained.
MITER SAW SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Miter Saw Use and Care
1. Check for damaged parts. A guard or other part that is damaged should be carefully checked
to determine 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 condition that may affect its operation. A guard or other part that is damaged must be
properly repaired or replaced by an authorized service center to avoid risk of bodily injury.
2. Secure your work and all adjustments before making a cut. Use clamps or a vise to hold work
when practical. It is safer than using your hands and it frees both hands to operate your Miter
Saw.
3. Keep away from the cutting area. Do not hand hold pieces so small that your fingers go under
the blade guard. Do not reach underneath work or in blade cutting path with your hands and
fingers for any reason.
4. Avoid awkward operations and hand positions where a sudden slip could cause your hand to
move into the blade. ALWAYS make sure you have good balance and do not overreach.
5. Do not use your Miter Saw if the switch does not turn ON and OFF. A Miter Saw that cannot
be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.