Important Safety Instructions For All Tools; Double Insulation; Polarized Plugs; Additional Safety Rules For Sliding Compound Miter Saws - DeWalt DW708 Manual De Instrucciones

Important Safety Instructions for all Tools

WARNING: For your own safety, read the instruction manual before operating the sliding
compound miter saw. Failure to heed these warnings may result in personal injury and serious
damage to the saw. When servicing this tool, use only identical replacement parts. Have
damaged cords replaced by an authorized service center.

DOUBLE INSULATION

Double insulated tools are constructed throughout with two separate layers of electrical
insulation or one double thickness of insulation between you and the tool's electrical system.
Tools built with this insulation system are not intended to be grounded. As a result, your tool is
equipped with a two prong plug which permits you to use extension cords without concern for
maintaining a ground connection.
NOTE: Double insulation does not take the place of normal safety precautions when operating
this tool. The insulation system is for added protection against injury resulting from a possible
electrical insulation failure within the tool.
CAUTION: WHEN SERVICING USE ONLY IDENTICAL REPLACEMENT PARTS. Repair
or replace damaged cords.

POLARIZED PLUGS

To reduce the risk of electric shock, this equipment has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than
the other). This plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully into
the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to install the proper
outlet. Do not change the plug in any way.
WARNING: When using electric tools, basic safety precautions should always be followed to
reduce risk of fire, electric shock, and personal injury, including the following:
• KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE and in working order.
• REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES. Form habit of checking to see that keys
and adjusting wrenches are removed from tool before turning it on.
• KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas and benches invite injuries.
• DON'T USE IN DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT. Don't use power tools in damp or wet
locations, or expose them to rain or snow. Keep work area well lighted.
• KEEP CHILDREN AWAY. All visitors should be kept safe distance from work area.
• MAKE WORKSHOP KID PROOF with padlocks, master switches, or by removing starter
keys.
• DON'T FORCE TOOL. It will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was
designed.
• USE RIGHT TOOL. Don't force tool or attachment to do a job for which it was not designed.
• USE PROPER EXTENSION CORD. Make sure your extension cord is in good condition.
When using an extension cord, be sure to use one heavy enough to carry the current your
product will draw. An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of
power and overheating. The following table shows the correct size to use depending on
cord length and nameplate ampere rating. If in doubt, use the next heavier gage. The
smaller the gage number, the heavier the cord.
Minimum Gage for Cord Sets
Volts
120V 0-25
Ampere Rating
More Not more
Than Than
12 - 16 14
• WEAR PROPER APPAREL. Do not wear loose clothing, gloves, neckties, rings,
bracelets, or other jewelry which may get caught in moving parts. Nonslip footwear is
recommended. Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair. Air vents often cover
moving parts and should also be avoided.
Total Length of Cord in Feet
26-50 51-100 101-150
AWG
12 Not Recommended
• ALWAYS USE SAFETY GLASSES. Also use face or dust mask if cutting operation is
dusty. Everyday eyeglasses only have impact resistant lenses, they are not safety
glasses.
• SECURE WORK. Use clamps or vise when you cannot secure the workpiece on the
table and against the fence by hand or when your hand will be dangerously close to the
blade (within 6")
• DON'T OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
• MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep tools sharp and clean for best and safest
performance. Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories.
• DISCONNECT TOOLS before servicing; when changing accessories, such as blades,
clamps, extensions, and the like.
• REDUCE THE RISK OF UNINTENTIONAL STARTING. Make sure switch is in off
position before plugging in.
• USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. Consult the instruction manual for
recommended accessories. The use of improper accessories may cause risk of injury to
persons.
• NEVER STAND ON TOOL. Serious injury could occur if the tool is tipped or if the cutting
tool is unintentionally contacted.
• CHECK DAMAGED PARTS. Before further use of the tool, 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 conditions that may affect its operation.
A guard or other part that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced.
• NEVER LEAVE TOOL RUNNING UNATTENDED. TURN POWER OFF. Don't leave
tool until it comes to a complete stop.
• REPLACEMENT PARTS. When servicing, use only identical replacement parts.
Additional Safety Rules for Sliding Compound
Miter Saw
• Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protection. Dust mask, non-skid safety shoes,
hard hat, or hearing protection must be used for appropriate conditions. .
• Keep hands out of path of saw blade. NEVER CUT A PIECE WHERE HAND WOULD BE
6" (152 mm) OR LESS FROM BLADE.
• Do not operate saw without guards in place.
• Do not perform any operation freehand, that is without holding or clamping the workpiece
against the fence and saw blade.
• Never reach in back of the saw blade.
• Turn off the tool and wait for saw blade to stop before moving the workpiece or changing
settings.
• Disconnect power before changing the blade or servicing.
• Blade adjustment is to be made only with the power off and the blade stopped.
• Never use the saw without the kerf plate.
• Replace the kerf plate when it is worn.
• To reduce risk of injury, return the carriage to the full rear position after each crosscut
operation.
• 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 sliding compound miter saw.
• DO use stabilizer bar at all times.
• DO-Be sure all clamp handles and knobs 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 the saw blade sharp and properly aligned.
• DO-Keep the motor air slots free of chips and dirt.
• DO-Use the blade guard at all times.
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