Additional Safety Rules For Tool - Makita LS711D Instruction Manual

ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES FOR TOOL

1. Be aware that this tool is always in an
operating condition, because it does not
have to be plugged into an electrical out-
let.
2. Wear eye protection.
3. Keep hands out of path of saw blade.
Avoid contact with any coasting blade. It
can still cause severe injury.
4. Do not operate saw without guards in
place. Check blade guard for proper clos-
ing before each use. Do not operate saw if
blade guard does not move freely and
close instantly. Never clamp or tie the
blade guard into the open position.
5. Do not perform any operation freehand.
The workpiece must be secured firmly
against the turn base and guide fence with
the vise during all operations. Never use
your hand to secure the workpiece.
6. Never reach around saw blade.
7. Turn off tool and wait for saw blade to
stop before moving workpiece or chang-
ing settings.
8. Remove battery from tool before changing
blade or servicing.
9. Always secure all moving portions before
carrying the tool.
10. Stopper pin which locks the cutter head
down is for carrying and storage pur-
poses only and not for any cutting opera-
tions.
11. Don't use the tool in the presence of flam-
mable liquids or gases.
12. Check the blade carefully for cracks or
damage before operation.
Replace cracked or damaged blade imme-
diately.
13. Use only flanges specified for this tool.
14. Be careful not to damage the arbor,
flanges (especially the installing surface)
or bolt. Damage to these parts could
result in blade breakage.
15. Make sure that the turn base is properly
secured so it will not move during opera-
tion.
16. For your safety, remove the chips, small
pieces, etc. from the table top before oper-
ation.
17. Avoid cutting nails. Inspect for and
remove all nails from the workpiece
before operation.
18. Make sure the shaft lock is released
before the switch is turned on.
19. Be sure that the blade does not contact
the turn base in the lowest position.
20. Hold the handle firmly. Be aware that the
saw moves up or down slightly during
start-up and stopping.
21. Make sure the blade is not contacting the
workpiece before the switch is turned on.
22. Before using the tool on an actual work-
piece, let it run for a while. Watch for
vibration or wobbling that could indicate
poor installation or a poorly balanced
blade.
23. Wait until the blade attains full speed
before cutting.
24. Stop operation immediately if you notice
anything abnormal.
25. Do not attempt to lock the trigger in the on
position.
26. Be alert at all times, especially during
repetitive, monotonous operations. Don't
be lulled into a false sense of security.
Blades are extremely unforgiving.
27. Always use accessories recommended in
this manual. Use of improper accessories
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