Craftsman 137.212290 - Manual (Page 16)

OPERATION
SAFETY iNSTRUCTiONS FOR BASIC SAW
OPERATION
BEFORE USING THE MITER SAW
A WARNING
To avoid mistakes that could cause serious,
permanent injury, do not plug the tool In until the
following steps are completed;
• Completely assemble and adjust the saw,
following the instructions. (ASSEMBLY AND
ADJUSTMENTS)
• Learn the use and function of the ON/OFF switch,
lock-off switch, upper and lower blade guards,
stop latch, bevel lock handle, and cover plate
screws.
• Review and understand all safety instructions
and operating procedures in this Operator’s
Manual. (SAFETY & OPERATIONS)
• Review the MAINTENANCE and
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE for your miter saw.
• To avoid injury or possible death from electrical
shock:
Make sure your fingers do not touch the plug’s
metal prongs when plugging or unplugging your
miter saw. (ELECTRICAL REQUIfiEMENTS AND
SAFETY)
BEFORE EACH USE INSPECT YOUR SAW.
• Disconnect the miter saw. To avoid injury from
accidental starting, unplug the saw before any
adjustments, including set-up and blade changes.
• Compare the direction of rotation arrow on the
guard to the direction arrow on the blade. The
blade teeth should always point downward at the
front of the saw.
• Tighten the arbor bolt
• Tighten the cover plate screw.
• Check for damaged parts. Check for;
• Alignment of moving parts
• Damaged electric cords
• Binding of moving parts
• Mounting holes
• Function of arm return spring and lower
guard;
Push the cutting arm all the way down, then
!et it rise until it stops. The lower guard
should fully close. Follow instructions In
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE for adjustment if
necessary.
• Other conditions that may affect the way the
miter saw works.
• Keep all guards in place, in working order and
proper adjustment If any part of this miter saw
is missing, bent damaged or broken in any way,
or any electrical parts don’t work, turn the saw
off and unplug it. Replace damaged, missing, or
defective parts before using the saw again.
• Maintain tools with care. Keep the miter saw
clean for best and safest performance. Follow
instructions for lubricating. Don’t put lubricants
on the blade while it’s spinning.
• Remove adjusting wrench from the too! before
turning it on.
• To avoid Injury from Jams, slips, or thrown
pieces:
USE ONLY RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES
• Consult the ACCESSORIES and ATTACHMENTS
section of this Operators Manual for
recommended accessories. Follow the
instructions that come with the accessory. The
use of improper accessories may cause risk of
injury to persons,
• Choose the correct 10 inch diameter blade for the
material and the type of cutting you plan to do.
Do not use thin kerf blades.
• Make sure the blade is sharp, undamaged and
properly aligned. With the saw unplugged, push
the cutting arm alf the way down. Manually spin
the blade and check for clearance. Tilt the power-
head to a 45° bevel and repeat the test.
• Make sure the blade and arbor collars are clean.
• Make sure al! clamps and locks are tight and
there Is no excessive play in any parts.
KEEP YOUR WORK AREA CLEAN
Cluttered areas and benches invite accidents.
A
WARNING
To avoid burns or other fire damage, never use the
miter saw near flammable liquids, vapors, or gases.
• Plan ahead to protect your eyes, hands, face and
ears,
• Know your miter saw.
Read and understand the Operator’s Manual and
labels affixed to the tool. Learn its application
and limitations as well as the specific potential
hazards peculiar to this tool. To avoid Injury from
accidental contact with moving parts, don’t do
layout, assembly, or setup work on the miter saw
while any parts are moving.
• Avoid accidental starting
Make sure the trigger switch is disengaged
before plugging the miter saw into a power outlet.
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