4. Installing the dust bag, holder, stopper and vises
(The holder and stopper are optional accessories.)
Attach the dust bag and vise assembly as indicated in Fig. 1 and Fig. 2.
BEFORE USING
1. Make sure the power source is appropriate for the tool.
WARNING:
Never connect the power tool unless the available AC power source is of the same
voltage as that specifi ed on the nameplate of the tool.
Never connect this power tool to a DC power source.
2. Make sure the trigger switch is turned OFF.
WARNING:
If the power cord is connected to the power source with the trigger switch turned
ON the power tool will start suddenly and can cause a serious accident.
3. Check the saw blade for visible defects.
Confi rm that the saw blade is free of cracks or other visible damage.
4. Confi rm that the saw blade is attached securely to the power tool.
Using the supplied 10mm box wrench, tighten the bolt on the saw blade spindle to secure the saw blade.
For details, see Fig. 47-a, Fig. 47-b, Fig. 47-c and Fig. 47-d in the section on "SAW BLADE MOUNTING AND
DISMOUNTING".
5. Check the lower guard for proper operation.
Fig. 8
WARNING:
NEVER OPERATE THE POWER TOOL if the lower guard does not function smoothly.
6. Confi rm the position of the spindle lock before using the tool.
After installing the saw blade, confi rm that the spindle lock has been returned to the retract position before
using the power tool (see Fig. 47-b).
7. Check the lower limit position of the Saw Blade.
Although it was adjusted before shipment, carefully check the height of the saw blade. Confi rm that the saw
blade can be lowered 13/32" to 7/16" (10mm to 11mm) below the table insert. For details, see the section on
"Checking the saw blade lower limit position".
8. Check the Power Receptacle.
To prevent overheating, accidental stopping or intermittent operation, confi rm that the power cord plug fi ts
properly in the electrical receptacle and does not fall out after it is inserted. Repair or replace the receptacle if
it is faulty.
9. Confi rm the tool's power cord is not damaged.
Repair or replace the power cord if an inspection indicates that it is damaged
AFTER CONNECTING THE POWER PLUG TO AN APPROPRIATE AC POWER SOURCE,
CHECK THE OPERATION OF THE TOOL AS FOLLOWS:
Lower guard is designed to protect the operator from coming into contact
with the saw blade during operation of the tool.
Always check that the lower guard moves smoothly and covers the saw
blade properly.
Lower guard
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