home
***
CD-ROM
|
disk
|
FTP
|
other
***
search
/
Tommy Walsh's DIY Guide
/
Tommy Walsh's DIY Guide (2001)(Empire).iso
/
hi
/
awruntime
/
t28f.txt
< prev
next >
Wrap
Text File
|
1998-10-06
|
2KB
|
49 lines
Summary
Circular saws are potentially dangerous. Always read the
manufacturerÆs literature thoroughly and follow these steps
to help minimise the risk of injury.
1 About the power cable
2 Checking the status of the saw
3 Securing the work piece
4 How to operate the saw
5 About saw blades
Step 1 - About the power cable
Always check the condition of the plug and power cable
before use, and have them replaced by a specialist if
defective.Be aware that the blade of the power saw can
cut through the cable in the briefest of moments and
because the blade is metallic, electrocution is a very
real danger if this happens. Always know where the
cable is when you are cutting.
Step 2 - Checking the status of the saw
Make sure the saw is switched off before inserting the
plug into the socket. You must also ensure that any
safety devices supplied by the manufacturer are in place.
Always make sure that the blade has stopped rotating
before setting the saw down, even when an automatic
blade-cover is fitted.
Step 3 - Securing the work piece
Any piece you are working on must be held securely.
If necessary use clamps. Ensure the cable always flows
behind the saw. Always allow several centimetres
underneath the work piece for the blade.
Step 4 - How to operate the saw
Hold the machine with both hands and ensure you have a
firm foothold. Only apply the saw to the material after
it has been switched on. Ensure the cutting path is free
of obstacles at the top and bottom. The saw blade must
protrude below the workpiece no more than 3mm (1/16 inch).
Never work with the saw overhead.
Step 5 - About saw blades
If the saw blade becomes jammed, switch off the saw immediately.
Never use saw blades that are cracked or damaged. Never use a
saw blade that is thicker than the riving knife. Do not use
saw blades of highly alloyed, high speed steel (HSS) on
timber or masonry.