Specified Conditions Of Use; Residual Risk; English - Milwaukee M18 FMS254 Manual Original

workpiece can cause the blade to bind or the workpiece to shift
during the cutting operation pulling you and the helper into the
spinning blade.
n) The cut-off piece must not be jammed or pressed by any
means against the spinning saw blade. If confined, i.e. using
length stops, the cut-off piece could get wedged against the blade
and thrown violently.
o) Always use a clamp or a fixture designed to properly
support round material such as rods or tubing. Rods have a
tendency to roll while being cut, causing the blade to "bite" and
pull the work with your hand into the blade.
p) Let the blade reach full speed before contacting the
workpiece. This will reduce the risk of the workpiece being
thrown.
q) If the workpiece or blade becomes jammed, turn
the mitre saw off. Wait for all moving parts to stop and
disconnect the plug from the power source and/or remove
the battery pack. Then work to free the jammed material.
Continued sawing with a jammed workpiece could cause loss of
control or damage to the mitre saw.
r) After finishing the cut, release the switch, hold the saw
head down and wait for the blade to stop before removing
the cut-off piece. Reaching with your hand near the coasting
blade is dangerous.
s) Hold the handle firmly when making an incomplete
cut or when releasing the switch before the saw head is
completely in the down position. The braking action of the saw
may cause the saw head to be suddenly pulled downward, causing
a risk of injury.
Additional Safety and Working Instructions
Wear ear protectors. Exposure to noise can cause hearing loss.
Always wear goggles when using the machine. It is recommended
to wear gloves, sturdy non slipping shoes and apron.
The dust produced when using this tool may be harmful to health.
Do not inhale the dust. Use a dust absorption system and wear a
suitable dust protection mask. Remove deposited dust thoroughly,
e.g. with a vacuum cleaner.
Connect the saw to a dust-collecting device when sawing wood.
Wear gloves!
Before using the tool please read the instructions. If possible have
the tool demonstrated.
Ensure that the machine is always stable and secure (e.g. fixed to
a bench)
Keep the floor area free of loose material e.g. chips and cut-offs.
Do not use saw blades which are damaged or deformed
Do not use saw blades not corresponding to the key data given in
these instructions for use.
Only use tools that meet standard EN 847-1.
Do not use saw blades made of high-speed steel.
It is necessary to select a saw blade which is suitable for the
material being cut.
The rated speed of the accessory must be at least equal to the
maximum speed marked on the power tool. Accessories running
faster than their rated speed can break and fly apart.
Transport and store the tools in a suitable receptacle;
Do not use any flanges other than those supplied or indicated in the
instruction manual to secure the saw blade.
Never use the mitre saw to cut materials other than those specified
in the instruction manual.
Only use the saw with guards in good working order and properly
maintained, and in position.
Refrain from removing any cut-offs or other parts of the workpiece
from the cutting area whilst the machine is running and the saw
head is not in the rest position.
Never reach into the danger area of the machine when it is running.
Always use the protective shields on the machine.
Any faults with the machine, including any related to the safeguard
or the saw blades, must be reported to the persons in charge of
safety as soon as the faults are discovered.
Do not clamp the protective swing guard.
Long workpieces must be adequately supported.
The handle lock must always be engaged when transporting the
mitre saw.
When performing mitre, bevel or compound mitre cuts, adjust the
sliding fence to ensure the correct clearance from the blade.
Adapt the feed speed to avoid overheating the blade tips and to
avoid melting plastic materials during cutting.

SPECIFIED CONDITIONS OF USE

The mitre saw can be used for sawing solid wood, bonded wood,
glued veneer, materials similar to wood, and plastics.
Stock having a round or irregular cross section (such as firewood)
must not be cut, as it can not be securely held during cutting. When
sawing thin stock layed on edge, a suitable auxilary fence must be
used for firm support.

RESIDUAL RISK

Even when the product is used as prescribed, it is still impossible
to completely eliminate certain residual risk factors. The following
hazards may arise in use and the operator should pay special
attention to avoid the following:
• Impairment of hearing, restrict exposure and wear appropriate
hearing protection.
• Measures that can be taken by operator to possibly reduce the
effects of vibration and limit the amount of exposure.
• Health hazards caused by breathing dust developed when
sawing wood, wear a mask if necessary.
BATTERIES
Battery packs which have not been used for some time should be
recharged before use.
Temperatures in excess of 50°C (122°F) reduce the performance of
the battery pack. Avoid extended exposure to heat or sunshine (risk
of overheating).
The contacts of chargers and battery packs must be kept clean.
For an optimum life-time, the battery packs have to be fully
charged, after use.
To obtain the longest possible battery life remove the battery pack
from the charger once it is fully charged.
For battery pack storage longer than 30 days: Store the battery
pack where the temperature is below 27°C and away from moisture
Store the battery packs in a 30% - 50% charged condition Every six
months of storage, charge the pack as normal.
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