Safety Instructions; Additional Safety Rules - Makita LS1030N Instruction Manual

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Warning! When using electric tools, basic safety
precautions should always be followed to reduce
the risk of fire, electric shock and personal injury,
including the following. Read all these instructions
before attempting to operate this product and save
these instructions.
For safe operation:
1. Keep work area clean
Cluttered areas and benches invite injuries.
2. Consider work area environment
Don't expose power tools to rain. Don't use power
tools in damp or wet locations. Keep work area
well lit. Don't use power tools in presence of
flammable liquids or gases.
3. Guard against electric shock
Prevent body contact with grounded surfaces (e.g.
pipes, radiators, ranges, refrigerators).
4. Keep children away
Do not let visitors contact tool or extension cord.
All visitors should be kept away from work area.
5. Store idle tools
When not in use, tools should be stored in dry,
high, or locked-up place, out of the reach of
children.
6. Don't force tool
It will do the job better and safer at the rate for
which it was intended.
7. Use right tool
Don't force small tools or attachments to do
the job of a heavy duty tool. Don't use tools for
purposes not intended; for example, don't use
circular saw for cutting tree limbs or logs.
8. Dress properly
Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. They
can be caught in moving parts. Rubber gloves
and non-skid footwear are recommended when
working outdoors.
Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair.
9. Use safety glasses
Also use face or dust mask if cutting operation is
dusty.
10. Connect dust extraction equipment
If devices are provided for the connection of dust
extraction and collection facilities, ensure these
are connected and properly used.
11. Don't abuse cord
Never carry tool by cord or yank it to disconnect
it from receptacle. Keep cord from heat, oil and
sharp edges.
12. Secure work
Use clamps or a vise to hold work. It's safer
than using your hand and it frees both hands to
operate tool.
13. Don't overreach
Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
14. Maintain tools with care
Keep tools sharp and clean for better and safer
performance.
Follow instructions for lubricating and changing
accessories. Inspect tool cords periodically and,
if damaged, have repaired by authorized service
facility. Inspect extension cords periodically
and replace if damaged. Keep handles dry, clean
and free from oil and grease.
15. Disconnect tools
When not in use, before servicing, and when
changing accessories such as blades, bits and
cutters.
16. Remove adjusting keys and wrenches
Form the habit of checking to see that keys and
adjusting wrenches are removed from tool before
turning it on.
17. Avoid unintentional starting
Don't carry plugged-in tool with finger on switch.
Be sure switch is off when plugging in.
18. Outdoor use extension cords
When tool is used outdoors, use only extension
cords intended for use outdoors and so marked.
19. Stay alert
Watch what you are doing. Use common sense.
Do not operate tool when you are tired.
20. Check damaged parts
Before further use of the tool, a guard or
other part that is damaged should be carefully
checked to determine that it will operate properly
and perform its intended function. Check for
alignment of moving parts, binding of moving
parts, breakage of parts, mounting, and any other
conditions that may affect its operation. A guard
or other part that is damaged should be properly
repaired or replaced by an authorized service
center unless otherwise indicated elsewhere in
this instruction manual. Have defective switches
replaced by and authorized service center.
Do not use tool if switch does not turn it on and
off.
21. Warning
The use of any other accessory or attachment
other than recommended in this operating
instruction or the catalog may present a risk of
personal injury.
22. Have your tool repaired by an expert
This electric appliance is in accordance with
the relevant safety rules. Repairing of electric
appliances may be carried out only by experts
otherwise it may cause considerable danger for
the user.

ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES

1. Wear eye protection.
2. Do not operate saw without guards in place.
3. Don't use the tool in the presence of
flammable liquids or gases.
4. Check the blade carefully for cracks or
damage before operation. Replace cracked or
damaged blade immediately.
5. Use only flanges specified for this tool.
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