DeWalt Compound Miter Saw - Manual (Page 6)

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• DO NOT - Move either hand from saw or workpiece or raise arm until blade
has stopped.
• DO NOT - Use without Kerf Plate or when kerf slot is wider than 3/8".
CAUTION: Wear appropriate personal hearing protection during use. Under some
conditions and duration of use, noise from this product may contribute to hearing loss.
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:
• lead from lead-based paints,
• crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products, and
• arsenic and chromium from chemically-treated lumber (CCA).
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, such as those dust masks that are specially designed to
filter out microscopic particles.
• Avoid prolonged contact with dust from power sanding, sawing, grinding,
drilling, and other construction activities. Wear protective clothing and wash
exposed areas with soap and water. Allowing dust to get into your mouth, eyes, or
lay on the skin may promote absorption of harmful chemicals.
CAUTION: Do not connect unit to electrical power source until complete instructions
are read and understood.
For your convenience and safety, the following warning labels are on your miter saw.
ON MOTOR HOUSING:
WARNING: FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY, READ INSTRUCTION MANUAL BEFORE
OPERATING SAW.
WHEN SERVICING, USE ONLY IDENTICAL
REPLACEMENT PARTS.
ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION.
DO NOT EXPOSE TO RAIN OR USE IN DAMP
LOCATIONS.
ON MOVING FENCE:
ALWAYS ADJUST FENCE PROPERLY BEFORE USE. Clamp small
pieces before cutting. See manual.
ON GUARD:DANGER – KEEP AWAY FROM BLADE.
ON GUARD RETAINER PLATE: “PROPERLY SECURE BRACKET
WITH BOTH SCREWS BEFORE USE.
ON DETENT PLATE: (2 PLACES)
ALWAYS TIGHTEN ADJUSTMENT KNOBS BEFORE USE. KEEP
HANDS 6" FROM PATH OF SAW BLADE. NEVER PERFORM ANY
OPERATION FREEHAND. NEVER CROSS ARMS IN FRONT OF
BLADE. THINK! YOU CAN PREVENT ACCIDENTS. DO NOT OPERATE SAW
WITHOUT GUARDS IN PLACE. NEVER REACH IN BACK OF SAW BLADE. TURN
OFF TOOL, KEEP SAW HEAD DOWN AND WAIT FOR SAW BLADE TO STOP
BEFORE MOVING HANDS, WORKPIECE OR CHANGING SETTINGS. UNPLUG
TOOL BEFORE CHANGING BLADE, MOVING OR SERVICING UNIT.
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Additional Safety Rules For Miter Saws
• CAUTION: FAILURE TO HEED THESE WARNINGS MAY RESULT IN
PERSONAL INJURY AND SERIOUS DAMAGE TO THE SAW.
• DO-Protect electric supply line with at least a 15 ampere time-delay fuse or
a circuit breaker.
• DO-Make certain the blade rotates in the correct direction and that the teeth
at the bottom of the blade are pointing to the rear of the miter saw.
• DO-Be sure all clamp handles are tight before starting any operation.
• DO-Be sure all blade and clamp washers are clean and recessed sides of
collars are against blade. Tighten arbor screw securely.
• DO- Keep saw blade sharp.
• DO-Keep motor air slots free of chips and dirt.
• DO-Use blade guards at all times.
• DO-Keep hands out of path of saw blade.
• DO-Shut off power, disconnect cord from power source and wait for saw
blade to stop before servicing or adjusting tool.
• DO-Support long work with an outboard tool rest.
• DON’T-Attempt to operate on anything but designated voltage.
• DON’T-Operate unless all clamp handles are tight.
• DON’T- Use blades larger or smaller than those which are recommended.
• DON’T- Wedge anything against fan to hold motor shaft.
• DON’T-Force cutting action. (Stalling or partial stalling of motor can cause
major damage. Allow motor to reach full speed before cutting.)
• DON’T- Cut ferrous metals (Those with any iron or steel content) or any
masonry.
• DON’T-Use abrasive wheels. The excessive heat and abrasive particles
generated by them will damage the saw.
• DON’T-Allow anyone to stand behind saw.
• DON’T-Apply lubricants to the blade when it’s running.
• DON’T-Place either hand in the blade area when the saw is connected to
the power source.
• DON’T-Use blades rated less than 4800 R.P.M.
• DO NOT - Cut small pieces without clamping. Keep hands 6” or more from
blade.
• DON’T-Operate saw without guards in place.
• DON’T-Perform any operation freehand.
• DON’T-Reach around or behind saw blade.
• DON’T-Place hands closer than 6 inches from the saw blade.
• DO NOT - Reach underneath the saw unless it is turned off and unplugged.
The saw blade is exposed on the underside of the saw.