User manual SKIL 5380

[. . . ] WARNING and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury. The term "power tool" in the warnings refers to your mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated (cordless) power tool. Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases or dust. Do not use a power tool while you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication. [. . . ] Lower guard may operate sluggishly due to damaged parts, gummy deposits, or a buildup of debris. Lower guard should be retracted manually only for special cuts such as "Plunge Cuts" and "Compound Cuts". Raise lower guard by lower guard lift lever and as soon as blade enters the material, lower guard must be released. Always observe that the lower guard is covering the blade before placing saw An unprotected, coasting blade will cause the saw to walk backwards, cutting whatever is in its path. Be aware of the time it takes for the blade to stop after switch is released. Accidental contact with the spinning saw blade could result in serious personal injury. Periodically remove the blade, clean the upper, lower guards and the hub area with kerosene and wipe it dry, or blow it clean with compressed air. GFCI and personal protection devices like electrician's rubber gloves and footwear will further enhance your personal safety. While the tool may appear to work, the electrical components of the AC rated tool are likely to fail and create a hazard to the operator. Use clamps or another practical way to secure and support the workpiece to a stable platform. Holding the work by hand or against your body leaves it unstable and may lead to loss of control. When cleaning a tool be careful not to disassemble any portion of the tool since internal wires may be misplaced or pinched or safety guard return springs may be improperly mounted. The power cord must only be serviced by a Skil Factory Service Center or Authorized Skil Service Station. Drilling, and other construction activities contains chemicals known to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some examples of these chemicals are: · lead from lead-based paints , · Crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products, and · arsenic and chromium from chemicallytreated lumber. Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on how often you do this type of work. To reduce your exposure to these chemicals: work in a well ventilated area, and work with approved safety equipment, such as those dust masks that are specially designed to filter out microscopic particles. Some dust created by power IMPORTANT: Some of the following symbols may be used on your tool. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the tool better and safer. Slide blade through slot in the foot and mount it against the INNER WASHER on the shaft. Be sure the large diameter of the INNER and OUTER washers lay flush against the blade. To lock shaft hold the saw securely by the upper guard with blade teeth imbedded in scrap wood and TIGHTEN BLADE STUD 1/8 TURN (45°) WITH THE WRENCH PROVIDED. [. . . ] To attach fence, insert fence through slots in foot to desired width as shown and secure with the wing nut (not included). RIP BOARD GUIDE When rip cutting large sheets, the rip fence may not allow the desired width of cut. WARNING performed by unauthorized per so n nel may result in misplacing of internal wires and components which could cause serious hazard. It is recommended that tools with gears be regreased with a special gear lubricant at every brush change. [. . . ]