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Kawasaki 840378 Instruction Manual

Manual is about: 15-AMP 10" COMPOUND MITER SAW

Summary of 840378

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    15-amp 10" compound miter saw instruction manual component #840378 for customer service pour le service aprÉs vente ou du consommateur para el servicio para el consumidor 1-800-590-3723 printed in china this manual contains important information regarding safety, operation, maintenance and storage o...

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    Safe operating positions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 changing the blade . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21-23 making a miter cut . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 cutting bowed material . . . . . . ...

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    Important safeguards people with electronic devices, such as pacemakers, should consult their physician(s) before using this product. Operation of electrical equipment in close proximity to a heart pacemaker could cause interference or failure of the pacemaker. Warning: some dust created by power sa...

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    A avvo oiid d a acccciid de en ntta all sstta arrttiin ng g.. B be e ssu urre e ssw wiittcch h iiss o offff b be effo orre e p pllu ug gg giin ng g iin n.. Carrying tools with your finger on the switch or plugging in tools that have the switch on invites accidents. R re em mo ovve e a ad djju usstti...

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    Keep bystanders, children, and visitors at a safe distance from the miter saw while it is in operation. Distractions can cause inadvertent misuse resulting in possible injury to the bystanders or to the operator. Wear proper apparel. Do not wear loose clothing, gloves, neckties, rings, bracelets, or...

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    Never allow bystanders behind the saw or close enough to the workpiece to be hit by flying debris. Round material such as dowel rods or tubing may roll when cut. Clamp securely before cutting. Check that the workpiece is free of nails or other foreign objects. Make sure ventilation slots are clear o...

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    Symbols important: some of the following symbols may be used on your tool. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the tool better and safer. Symbol name explanation v volts voltage (potential) a amperes current hz hertz frequency (...

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    Installing the dust bag 1. Squeeze the two tabs on the neck of the dust bag to open the spring clip wide enough to slip the dust bag opening over the rim of the dust port. Make sure the bag is pushed past the locking ridge. 2. Rotate the bag until the zipper is facing down. 3. Release the tabs. Stor...

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    T th he e m miitte err s sa aw w m mu usstt b be e ffiirrm mllyy m mo ou un ntte ed d tto o a a w wo orrkkb be en ncch h o orr o otth he err ssttu urrd dyy w wo orrkk ssu urr-- ffa acce e b be effo orre e u usse e.. Once the mounting location is selected, attach the saw to the bench with wood screws...

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    18 l la as se er r s sa af fe et ty y n ne ev ve er r l lo oo ok k iin nt to o t th he e l la as se er r b be ea am m.. Any contact with the eyes by the beam could cause injury. Do not use the laser when cutting reflective materials. D do o n no ot t a aiim m t th he e l la as se er r b be ea am m a...

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    3. Tighten the locknut on the bevel adjustment screw. To align the bevel indicator: 1. Loosen the locknut and adjust the bevel indicator up or down until it aligns with the 0° mark. 2. Tighten the locknut. Adjusting the bevel when the handle assembly is against the bevel hex nut, the bevel indicator...

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    If a saw blade shows signs of wear or damage, replace it immediately. Dull or damaged saw blades are not safe and may cause personal injury. Always make sure the saw is unplugged and the blade stopped before changing blades. Never use a blade larger than 10" in diameter. To change the blade: 1. Make...

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    Cutting crown moulding, trims and baseboards cutting crown moulding, trims and baseboards must be done very accurately. If the angles are not correct, the mouldings will not fit flush with the wall, the ceiling or each other. Always practice on scrap material before attempting to cut the final workp...

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    Make sure the lower blade guard is operating properly before each use. If the lower blade guard is damaged or missing, do not use your saw. Never use solvent or harsh detergents to clean the lower blade guard. Solvent will damage the plastic. Clean with a damp cloth only. To clean laser unit: 1. Mak...

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    Any such nonconforming item and/or part is promptly returned to alltrade’s facility postage pre-paid and insured (address: alltrade warranty claims & repair, 1431 via plata, long beach, ca 90810, attn: customer service #1-800-590-3723) within the applicable warranty period, with a written request by...

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    Purchaser knowingly and willingly waives any and all such warranties and rights, claims and/or causes of action arising therefrom or based thereon. Purchaser’s sole and exclusive remedy is as stated above. L liim miitta attiio on n o off l liia ab biilliittyy in no event shall alltrade and/or its re...