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SAFETY INFORMATION
ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS AND SAFETY
CAUTION: POWER SUPPLY AND MOTOR
The A/C motor used in this saw is a universal, nonreversible type. See “MOTOR” in the
“PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS” section on page 2.
To avoid electrical hazards, fire hazards or damage to the tool, use proper circuit protection.
Your saw is wired at the factory for 120V operation. Connect to a 120V, 15A circuit and use a 15A
time-delay fuse or circuit breaker. If power cord is worn or cut or damaged in any way, have it
replaced immediately to avoid shock or fire.
DOUBLE INSULATED
This power tool is double insulated to provide a double thickness of insulation between you and the
tool’s electrical system. All exposed metal parts are isolated from the internal metal motor components
with protective insulation.
REPLACEMENT PARTS
– When servicing, use only identical replacement parts. Refer to the
Replacement Parts List on pages 38-43.
POLARIZED PLUGS – To reduce the risk of electrical shock, this saw has a
polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). This plug (illustrated at right)
will fit in a 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.
CAUTION: Double insulation does not take the place of normal safety precautions when
operating this tool. To avoid electrocution:
● Use only identical replacement parts when servicing a tool with double insulation. Servicing should
be performed by a qualified technician.
● Do not use power tools in wet or damp locations or expose them to rain or snow.
MOTOR SAFETY PROTECTION
CAUTION: To avoid motor damage, the motor should be blown out or vacuumed frequently to
keep sawdust from interfering with motor ventilation.
● CONNECT this saw to a 120V circuit. This circuit must not be less than a #18 wire with a 9A time
lag fuse.
NOTE: When using an extension cord on a circuit with a #18 wire, the extension cord must not exceed
25 feet in length.
● If the motor will not start, release the trigger switch immediately. UNPLUG THE SAW. Check the
saw blade to make sure it turns freely. If the blade is free, try to start the saw again. If the motor
still does not start, refer to TROUBLESHOOTING.
● If the tool suddenly stalls while cutting wood, release the trigger switch, unplug the tool and free
the blade from the wood. The saw may now be started and the cut finished.
● FUSES may “blow” or circuit breakers may trip frequently if:
- MOTOR is overloaded – overloading can occur if you feed too rapidly or make too many
starts/stops in a short time.
- LINE VOLTAGE is more than 10% above or below the nameplate voltage rating. For heavy
loads, the voltage at motor terminals must equal the voltage specified on the nameplate.
- IMPROPER or dull saw blades are used.
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