EDCO MS-20 - Manual (Page 6)

Printed in USA
©2002
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E-MS-GMS14&20-I-1002
100 Thomas Johnson Drive, Frederick, MD 21702-4600 USA
Phone (301) 663-1600 • 1-800-638-3326
Fax (301) 663-1607 • 1-800-447-3326
Website: www.edcoinc.com • Email: [email protected]
Safety Guidelines
Safety warnings and guidelines do not by themselves eliminate danger.
They are not substitutes for proper accident prevention procedures and good judgement.
Read and understand this Operator’s Instruction Manual,
and the Engine Manufacturer’s Owner’s Manual
before operating this equipment.
Death of serious injury can result if this machine is used improperly.
Eye and ear protection must be worn at all times while the saw is in use. During normal
operation, sound pressure levels exceed 92dBA. Use only ANSI approved safety glasses to
help prevent eye injury. Standard eyeglasses have only impact resistant lenses; they are NOT
safety glasses.
Operator must wear appropriate clothing and footwear. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry that
can get tangled in moving parts. Footwear should provide sure footing and protection from debris
that may be dropped. Take steps to insure hair will not be caught in moving parts. If necessary,
tie it back.
• When loading or unloading the saw, use caution. Make sure rolling table is locked so that the blade will not be
damaged. Do not move the saw while the engine is running.
• Never exceed the maximum operating speed of the blade. Match the blade speed rating with the arbor shaft speed.
(See page 11)
• Never leave the saw running unattended.
• Never operate this saw under the influence of drugs, alcohol or when taking medications that impair the senses or
reactions, or when excessively tired or under stress.
• Do not lend or rent this equipment without including the Operator’s Instruction Manual and the Engine Manufacturer’s
Manual.
• Make sure all safety decals can be clearly read and understood. Replace damaged or missing decals immediately.
For Electric Models:
•
Electric motor must be properly grounded at all times. Check the outlet box to be sure the electrical service is
properly grounded and that adequate power is available. Insufficient power will cause motor to overheat and burn out.
Use only grounded extension cords correctly sized for the current draw and voltage drop (amp rating and length).
Never use frayed, damaged, taped or underrated extension cords. Electrical shock could result in death or serious
injury and damage to the equipment.
For Gasoline Models:
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Poisonous exhaust gas. Do not operate gasoline powered equipment without adequate ventilation. Carbon monox-
ide is an invisible, odorless gas that can kill. NEVER REFUEL AN ENGINE WHILE IT IS HOT OR AN ENGINE
WHILE IT IS RUNNING. Only refuel in a well-ventilated area and only refuel after the engine has cooled completely.
Thoroughly cleanup any spilled fuel before starting the engine.
Dry cutting creates a large volume of airborne dust. For health reasons, the operator should wear
an applicable respirator. The dust may contain chemicals known to cause serious illnesses, includ-
ing Silicosis - a fatal disease of the lungs. Check the chemical properties of the material to be cut
and follow all EPA/OSHA regulations.