Tool Safety Rules

Use only cutting wheels meeting the saw manufacturer's specifications and limitations to RPM and size.

• After installing a new cutting wheel, never start the tool with a person in line with the wheel. Always run the tool for approximately one minute before cutting. If the wheel has an undetected crack or flaw, it could burst in less than one minute.

• When mounting a cutting wheel, care should be taken to tighten the arbor screw only enough to hold the wheel firmly and to prevent slippage. Excessive tightening may result in damaging the wheel and springing the wheel flanges.

• Never operate the saw in an area with flammable liquids or gases.

• Never use another person as a substitute for a table extension or as additional support. Long workpieces must be supported by a block or material support stand so they will be level with the top of the base. The cutting end should be free (not supported).

• Always clamp/secure the workpiece to avoid movement and pinching.

• Never make free-hand cuts by raising the workpiece into the cutting wheel.

• Never feed the saw into the workpiece at a rate faster than it can accept.