Panasonic EY3551 - Manual (Page 6)

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6) Blade depth and bevel adjusting locking
levers must be tight and secure before
making cut.
If blade adjustment shifts while cutting, it may
cause binding and kickback.
7) Use extra caution when making a “plunge
cut” into existing walls or other blind areas.
The protruding blade may cut objects that can
cause kickback.
Safety Instructions for
This Saw
1) Check lower guard for proper closing
before each use. Do not operate the saw if
lower guard does not move freely and close
instantly. Never clamp or tie the lower guard
into the open position.
If saw is accidentally dropped, lower guard
may be bent. Raise the lower guard with
the Lower Guard Lift Lever and make sure it
moves freely and does not touch the blade or
any other part, in all angles and depths of cut.
2) Check the operation of the lower guard spring.
If the guard and the spring are not operating
properly, they must be serviced before use.
Lower guard may operate sluggishly due to
damaged parts, gummy deposits, or a build-
up of debris.
3) Lower guard should be retracted manually
only for special cuts such as “plunge cuts”
and “compound cuts.” Raise lower guard
by Lower Guard Lift Lever and as soon as
blade enters the material, the lower guard
must be released.
For all other sawing, the lower guard should
operate automatically.
4) Always observe that the lower guard is
covering the blade before placing saw
down on bench or floor.
An unprotected, coasting blade will cause the
saw to walk backwards, cutting whatever is in
its path. Be aware of the time it takes for the
blade to stop after switch is released.
5) Do not use any abrasive wheels.
6) Wear a dust mask, if the work causes dust.
7) Use saw blades recommended by Manu-
facture.
8) Wear ear protectors when using the tool for
extended periods.
9) The risk of kickback increases as the bat-
tery pack discharges.
10) Be sure to inspect material. Avoid cutting
bolts, nails or other different material.
11) Be careful not to drop Wood Saw.
12) Never swing Wood Saw.
13) Never cover the ventilation slots, and keep
them free from dust or other material.
14) Do not clamp Wood Saw in a vise. Never cut
with Wood Saw held upside down in a vise.
This is extremely dangerous and can lead
to serious accidents.
15) Never wear knitted gloves.
16) Be sure no one is below when using Wood
Saw in high locations.
17) Do not touch the blade immediately after
operation. It may be hot and could burn
your skin.
18) Do not remove the lower guards. If the
lower guards is damaged or missing,
return tool to authorized service center for
replacement.
19) Do not start the blade when in contact with
workpiece. Wait for blade to reach full speed
before beginning cut.
Symbol
Symbol Meaning
V Volts
Direct current
n
0
No load speed
··· / min
Revolutions or reciprocations
per minute
A Amperes