Additional Safety Rules For Table Saws - DeWalt DWE7490 Instruction Manual

• REDUCE THE RISK OF UNINTENTIONAL STARTING. Make sure that the switch is in
the "OFF" position before plugging in the power cord. In the event of a power failure, move
the switch to the "OFF" position. An accidental start-up can cause injury.
• Do not plug into or unplug from power source with wet hands.
• USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. Use only accessories that are recommended
by the manufacturer for your model Accessories that may be suitable for one tool may be
hazardous when used on another tool Consult the instruction manual for recommended
accessories. The use of improper accessories may cause risk of injury to persons.
• Magnetic accessories will not work on this saw.
• NEVER STAND OR SIT ON TOOL. Serious injury could occur if the tool is tipped or if the
cutting tool is unintentionally contacted.
• CHECK FOR 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 otherpart that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced. Do not use
tool if switch does not turn it on and off. Damaged parts can cause further damage to the
machine and/or personal injury.
• DIRECTION OF FEED. Feed work into a blade or cutter against the direction of rotation
of the blade or cutter only. No cove cutting or freehand cuts.
• Check for adequate outfeed distance behind the saw to be sure materials can pass
unobstructed through the cut. Work support tables should be placed in proper locations
to fully support the material.
• NEVER LEAVE TOOL RUNNING UNATTENDED. TURN POWER OFF. Don't leave
tool until it comes to a complete stop. Serious injury can result.
• DO NOT OPERATE ELECTRIC TOOLS NEAR FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS OR IN
GASEOUS OR EXPLOSIVE ATMOSPHERES. Motors and switches in these tools may
spark and ignite fumes.
• STAY ALERT, WATCH WHAT YOU ARE DOING, AND USE COMMON SENSE. DO
NOT USE THE MACHINE WHEN YOU ARE TIRED OR UNDER THE INFLUENCE
OF DRUGS, ALCOHOL, OR MEDICATION. A moment of inattention while operating
power tools may result in serious injury.
• DO NOT ALLOW FAMILIARITY (gained from frequent use of this saw) TO
REPLACE SAFETY RULES. Always remember that a careless fraction of a second is
sufficient to inflict severe injury. Use extra caution and stay alert when making repetitive
cuts. Turn off. saw frequently to clean up saw dust and check adjustments to reduce
monotony.
Additional Safety Rules for Table Saws
• AVOID AWKWARD POSITIONS, where a sudden slip could cause a hand to move into
a saw blade.
• Do not attempt to retrieve materials near the blade on the saw table while the blade is
spinning.
• NEVER REACH IN BACK OF, OR AROUND, THE CUTTING TOOL with either hand
to hold down the workpiece.
• KEEP ARMS, HANDS AND FINGERS AWAY from the blade to prevent serious injury.
• USE A PUSH STICK THAT IS APPROPRIATE TO THE APPLICATION TO PUSH
WORKPIECES THROUGH THE SAW. A push stick is a wooden or plastic stick, often
homemade, that should be used whenever the size or shape of the workpiece would
cause you to place your hands within 6" (152 mm) of the blade.
• USE HOLD-DOWNS, JIGS, FIXTURES OR FEATHER BOARDS TO HELP GUIDE
AND CONTROL THE WORKPIECE. Accessories for use with your tool are available
at extra cost from your local dealer or authorized service center. Instructions for making a
push stick, a narrow rip auxiliary fence, a push block and feather boards are included in
this manual.
• DO NOT PERFORM RIPPING, CROSSCUTTING OR ANY OTHER OPERATION
FREEHAND.
• NEVER reach around or over saw blade.
• STABILITY. Make sure the table saw is firmly mounted to a secure surface before use and
does not move.
• NEVER CUT METALS, CEMENT BOARD OR MASONRY. Certain man-made
materials have special instructions for cutting on table saws. Follow the manufacturer's
recommendations at all times. Damage to the saw and personal injury may result.
• THE PROPER THROAT PLATE MUST BE LOCKED IN PLACE AT ALL TIMES to
reduce the risk of a thrown workpiece and possible injury.
• USE THE CORRECT SAW BLADE FOR THE INTENDED OPERATION. The blade
must rotate toward the front of the saw. Always tighten the blade arbor nut securely. Before
use, inspect the blade for cracks or missing teeth. Do not use a damaged or dull blade.
• NEVER ATTEMPT TO FREE A STALLED SAW BLADE WITHOUT FIRST TURNING
THE MACHINE OFF AND DISCONNECTING THE SAW FROM THE POWER
SOURCE. If a workpiece or cut-off piece becomes trapped inside the blade guard
assembly, turn saw off. and wait for blade to stop before lifting the blade guard assembly
and removing the piece.
• NEVER START THE MACHINE with the workpiece against the blade to reduce the risk
of a thrown workpiece and personal injury.
• DO NOT HAVE ANY PART OF YOUR BODY IN LINE WITH THE BLADE. Personal
injury may occur. Stand to either side of the blade.
• NEVER PERFORM LAYOUT, ASSEMBLY OR SET-UP WORK on the table/work area
when the machine is running. A sudden slip could cause a hand to move into the blade.
Severe injury can result.
• CLEAN THE TABLE/WORK AREA BEFORE LEAVING THE MACHINE. Lock
the switch in the "OFF" position and disconnect from the power source to prevent
unauthorized use.
• ALWAYS lock the fence and bevel adjustment before cutting.
• DO NOT leave a long board (or other workpiece) unsupported so the spring of the
board causes it to shift on the table resulting in loss of control and possible injury.
Provide proper support for the workpiece, based on its size and the type of operation to
be performed. Hold the work firmly against the fence and down against the table surface.
• IF THIS SAW makes an unfamiliar noise or if it vibrates excessively, cease operating
immediately, turn unit off. and disconnect from power source until the problem has been
located and corrected. Contact a D[iiWALT factory service center, a DEWALT authorized
service center or other qualified service personnel if the problem can not be found.
• DO NOT OPERATE THIS MACHINE until it is completely assembled and installed
according to the instructions. A machine incorrectly assembled can cause serious injury,
• ADDITIONAL INFORMATION regarding the safe and proper operation of power tools
(i.e., a safety video) is available from the Power Tool Institute, 1300 Sumner Avenue,
Cleveland, OH 44115-2851 (www.powertoolinstitute.com). Information is also available
from the National Safety Council, 1121 Spring Lake Drive, Itasca, IL 60143-3201. Please
refer to the U.S. Department of Labor OSHA 1910.213 Regulations.