General Safety Instructions for Power Tools
To Reduce the Risk of Injury
Using power tools of any kind can be dangerous if safe operating procedures are not followed. Recognizing the
hazards of each tool and using them with respect and caution will considerably limit the possibility of personal
injury. However, if safety precautions are ignored, personal injury will likely result. Always use common sense – your
personal safety is your responsibility.
1. Know your power tool. Read and understand the Operator's Manual and observe the warnings and instruction
labels affixed to the tool.
2. Properly ground all tools.
3. Keep guards in place.
4. Remove adjusting keys and wrenches.
5. Keep work area clean and dry.
6. Keep children away.
7. Never leave running machines/tools unattended.
8. Disconnect tools from service.
9. Use correct tools for the job.
10. Never force a tool.
11. Wear safety apparel.
12. Wear safety glasses/goggles.
13. Never stand or sit on tools.
14. Replace damaged components immediately.
15. Make sure your work platform is sufficiently sturdy to do the specific job at hand.
16. Properly anchor power tools to work stands.
17. Use correct blade for job being done.
18. Think Safety. Safety is a combination of operator awareness, common sense and alertness at all times.
Safety Instructions for Miter Saw Stands
To Reduce the Risk of Injury
1. Use caution when raising or lowering the slide handle and side (material support) tables to limit and finger pinch points.
2. Place stand on flat and level surface to keep tool from rocking or tipping.
3. Test the setup for stability before proceeding with work.
4. Never stand, sit or lean on the miter stand.
5. Make certain that material support extensions are within safe operating limits, and are properly locked in place
before using tool.
6. Do not exceed 400 lbs. on main frame table or 200 lbs. on the side tables.
7. Do not apply an unbalanced load which could cause the work station to tip over.
8. Be sure the miter saw is tightened securely to the tool mounts before using the saw or folding the stand for transport.
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