Sears 315.220100 - Manual (Page 11)

GLOSSARY OF TERMS FOR WOODWORKING
Resin
A sticky, sap-based substance.
Rip Cut
In a radial saw, a cut made with the blade parallel to
the fence and perpendicular to the arm (can be across
or with the grain). The teeth point up at the point of
contact with the wood.
Sawblade Path
The area directly in line with the blade — over, under,
behind, or in front of it. Also, the workpiece area which
will be or has been cut by the blade.
Set
The distance that the tip of the saw blade tooth is off
set from the face of the blade.
Throw-Back
Saw throwing back a workpiece similar to kickback.
Through Sawing
Any cutting operation where the blade extends
completely through the workpiece.
Trailing End
The workpiece end last cut by the blade in a rip cut.
Workpiece
The item on which the cutting operation is being done.
The surfaces of a workpiece are commonly referred to
as faces, ends, and edges.
Worktable
The surface on which the workpiece rests while
performing a cutting operation.
UNPACKING
WARNING: To prevent accidental starting that
could cause possible serious personal injury,
assemble all parts to your saw before connecting
it to power supply. The saw should never be
connected to the power supply when you are
assembling parts, making adjustments, installing
or removing blades, or when not in use.
WARNING: If any parts are missing, do not
operate this tool until the missing parts are
replaced. Failure to do so could result in possible
serious personal injury.
Carefully remove all parts from the carton and
place the saw on a level work surface. Separate
and check against the list of loose parts.
Do not discard the packing materials until you have
carefully inspected the saw, identified all parts, and
satisfactorily operated your new saw.
Note: If any parts are damaged or missing, do not
attempt to plug in the power cord and turn the
switch on until the damaged or missing parts are
obtained and are installed correctly.
ACCESSORIES
The following recommended accessories are currently available at Sears Retail Stores.
■ Steel and carbide tipped circular saw blades ■ Adjustable taper jig
■ Hold down clamps ■ Sawdust collector shroud
■ Saw baskets ■ Laser Guide
WARNING: The use of attachments or accessories not listed might be hazardous.
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