To guard against
kickback,
avoid dangerous
practices,
such as
the following:
I,
2.
3.
4.
5.
6,
7.
8,
misusing
the tool.
9.
Attempting
to cut with blade at
less than full speed.
WARNING:
If the blade
comes
in contact
with
the
workpiece
before
it reaches
full
speed,
it could
cause
the saw to
"kickback"
towards
you, which
could
result
in serious
injury.
Setting the blade depth
incorrectly.
Sawing
into knots or nails in the workpiece.
Twisting
the blade while making
a cut.
Making
a cut with a dull, gummed
up or improperly
set blade.
Supporting
the workpiece
FI
incorrectly
(Fig. 5).
Forcing a cut.
Cutting warped
or
wet lumber.
Operating
the tool incorrectly
or
To lessen the chance
of kickback:
Incorrect
support
1.
Keep the blade at the correct
depth
setting.
The depth setting
should
not exceed
1/4 in. below
the material being cut (Fig. 6).
2.
Inspect the workpiece
for knots
or nails before cutting.
Never saw
into a knot or nail.
Fig. 6
t_
1/4-in.
Maximum
3.
Make straight cuts. Always
use a straight edge guide (available
separately)
when rip
cutting.
This helps prevent
twisting
of the blade.
4.
Use clean, sharp and properly
set blades.
Never make cuts with dull blades.
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