SawStop 3.0HP - Manual (Page 9)

SawStop 10” Professional Cabinet Saw 7
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8. Check to make sure the saw is in proper working order before using the saw. For example, check the alignment
of moving parts, look to see whether moving parts are binding or rubbing, check to see whether parts are broken,
make sure accessories are properly mounted in the saw, and check any other conditions that may affect the
operation of the saw. A guard or other part that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced.
9. Keep guards in place and in working order. Never operate the saw with the motor cover or access panels open.
10. Wear eye protection. Always wear safety glasses when using the saw. Everyday eyeglasses are not safety
glasses. Also use a face or dust mask if the cutting operation is dusty.
11. Wear proper apparel when using the saw. Do not wear loose clothing, gloves, neckties, rings, bracelets, or
other jewelry which may get caught in moving parts. Non-slip footwear is recommended. Wear a protective hair
covering to contain long hair.
12. You must install a rip fence before using this saw. Attempting to use the saw for rip cutting without the rip fence
could result in serious personal injury.
13. REDUCE THE RISK OF UNINTENTIONAL STARTING. Make sure the power switch is in the OFF position
before plugging in the saw. Also, remove adjusting keys and wrenches from the saw before turning it on.
14. Keep hands out of the line of the saw blade. Never reach around or over the saw. Do not overreach or stretch
to get something when using the saw. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
15. Never stand on the saw. Serious injury could occur if the saw is tipped or if the cutting tool is unintentionally contacted.
16. Feed work into the blade against the direction of rotation of the blade only. Feeding the work in the direction of
rotation may cause the work to be thrown by the blade and could result in serious personal injury.
17. Do not perform any operation freehand. Freehand means not using a fence (for rip cuts) or a miter gauge (for
cross-cuts) to guide the work piece as it is being cut. Always maintain fi rm control over the material being cut.
18. Use a blade guard and spreader for every operation for which it can be used, including all through sawing.
Use a push stick when required.
19. Secure your work. Use clamps or a vise to hold work when practical. It’s safer than using your hand and it frees
both hands to operate tool.
20. Pay particular attention to instructions on reducing the risk of kickback. Kickback occurs when a work piece
contacts the downstream edge of the blade as it is being cut and is propelled back towards the user at high
velocity.
21. DON’T FORCE THE TOOL. It will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed. For example,
do not try to cut wood faster than the motor can handle.
22. USE THE RIGHT TOOL. Do not try to force the saw to do something it was not designed to do. Don’t force a
tool or attachment to do a job for which it was not designed. Use the right blade for the job.
23. Never leave the saw running unattended. Wait until the blade comes to a complete stop and then turn the main
power switch to OFF and unplug the power cord when you are fi nished using the saw.
24. Turn the main power switch to OFF and unplug the power cord before servicing the saw and when changing
components or accessories such as blades, brake cartridges, and the like.
25. MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Maintain the saw as specifi ed in this manual. Keep tools sharp and clean for
best and safest performance. Follow instructions for lubrication and changing accessories.
26. Use only recommended accessories with the saw. Consult this manual for recommended accessories. The use
of improper accessories may cause risk of injury. When servicing, use only identical replacement parts.
27. Keep the top of the saw clean and free from clutter. Cluttered areas invite accidents.
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