Important Safety Instructions; Double Insulation; Polarized Plugs - DeWalt DW714 Instruction Manual

Important Safety Instructions


WARNING: Read all instructions before operating
product. Failure to follow all instructions listed below
may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS

Double Insulation

Double insulated tools are constructed throughout with
two separate layers of electrical insulation or one double
thickness of insulation between you and the tool's
electrical system. Tools built with this insulation system
are not intended to be grounded. As a result, your tool is
equipped with a two prong plug which permits you to use
extension cords without concern for maintaining a ground
connection.
NoTE: Double insulation does not take the place of normal
safety precautions when operating this tool. The insulation
system is for added protection against injury resulting from
a possible electrical insulation failure within the tool.

CAUTION: WHEN SERVICING USE ONLY
IDENTICAL REPLACEMENT PARTS. Repair or replace
damaged cords.

Polarized Plugs

Polarized plugs (one blade is wider than the other) are used
on equipment to reduce the risk of electric shock. When
provided, this plug will fit in the polarized outlet only one
way. If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the
plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to
install the proper outlet. Do not change the plug in any way.
Safety Instructions For All Tools

WARNING: To reduce the risk of eye injury,
ALWAYS use eye protection when operating the
miter saw.
KEEP GUARD IN PLACE and in working order.
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• REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES. Form
habit of checking to see that keys and adjusting wrenches
are removed from spindle before turning tool on. Tools,
scrap pieces, and other debris can be thrown at high
speed, causing injury.
• KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas and benches
invite accidents.
• DO NOT USE THE MACHINE IN A DANGEROUS
ENVIRONMENT. The use of power tools in damp or wet
locations or in rain can cause shock or electrocution. Keep
your work area well-lit to avoid tripping or placing arms,
hands, and fingers in danger.
KEEP CHILDREN AWAY. All visitors should be kept at a
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safe distance from work area. Your shop is a potentially
dangerous environment.
• MAKE WORKSHOP CHILDPROOF with padlocks, master
switches, or by removing starter keys. The unauthorized
start-up of a machine by a child or visitor may result
in injury.
• DON'T FORCE TOOL. It will do the job better and be safer
at the rate for which it was designed.
• USE RIGHT TOOL. Don't force tool or attachment to do a
job for which it was not designed. Using the incorrect tool
or attachment may result in personal injury.
• WEAR PROPER APPAREL. No loose clothing, gloves,
neckties, rings, bracelets, or other jewelry to get caught in
moving parts. Non-slip footwear is recommended. Wear
protective hair covering to contain long hair. Air vents
may cover moving parts and should also be avoided.
• ALWAYS USE SAFETY GLASSES. Everyday eyeglasses are
NOT safety glasses. Also use face or dust mask if cutting
operation is dusty. ALWAYS WEAR CERTIFIED SAFETY
EQUIPMENT:
• ANSI Z87.1 eye protection (CAN/CSA Z94.3)
• ANSI S12.6 (S3.19) hearing protection
• NIOSH/OSHA/MSHA respiratory protection
• SECURE THE WORKPIECE. Use clamps or a vise to hold
the workpiece on the table and against the fence or when
your hand will be dangerously close to the blade [within
6" (152 mm)]. It is safer than using your hand and it frees
both hands to operate tool.
• DON'T OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and balance at
all times. Loss of balance may cause personal injury.
• MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep tools sharp and
clean for best and safest performance. Follow instructions
for lubricating and changing accessories. Poorly
maintained tools and machines can further damage the
tool or machine and/or cause injury.
• TURN THE MACHINE "OFF", AND DISCONNECT THE
MACHINE FROM THE POWER SOURCE before installing
or removing accessories, before adjusting or changing
set-ups, when making repairs or changing locations. An
accidental start-up can cause injury. Do not touch the
plug's metal prongs when unplugging or plugging in the
cord.
REDUCE THE RISK OF UNINTENTIONAL STARTING.
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Make sure that the switch is in the "OFF" position before
plugging in the power cord.
• USE PROPER EXTENSION CORD. Make sure your
extension cord is in good condition. If your product is
equipped with a cordset, use only 3-wire extension cords
that have 3-prong grounding-type plugs and 3-pole
receptacles that accept the tool's plug. When using an
extension cord, be sure to use one heavy enough to carry
the current your product will draw. An undersized cord will
cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of power and
overheating. The following table shows the correct size
to use depending on cord length and nameplate ampere
rating. If in doubt, use the next heavier gauge. The smaller
the gauge number, the heavier the cord.
Voltage
Total length of cord in meters (m)
(Volts)
120–127V 0–7
220–240V 0–15 15–30
Rated Minimal cross-sectional area of the
ampere cord in meters (mm
Range
0–6A 1.0
6–10A 1.0
10–12A 1.5
12–16A 2.5
ENGlIsH
7–15 15–30 30–50
30–60 60–100
2 )
1.5 1.5 2.5
1.5 2.5 4.0
1.5 2.5 4.0
4.0 Not Recommended
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