Makita DHS782 Manual De Instrucciones página 5

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NEVER place your hand, leg or any part of your
body under the tool base or behind the saw,
especially when making cross-cuts. If kickback
9. Never force the saw. Push the saw forward at a speed so
that the blade cuts without slowing. Forcing the saw can
Lower guard function
1. Check the lower guard for proper closing before
each use. Do not operate the saw if the lower guard
does not move freely and close instantly. Never
clamp or tie the lower guard into the open position.
be bent. Raise the lower guard with the retracting handle
2. Check the operation of the lower guard spring. If
the guard and the spring are not operating prop-
erly, they must be serviced before use. Lower
3. The lower guard may be retracted manually only for
special cuts such as "plunge cuts" and "compound
cuts". Raise the lower guard by the retracting han-
dle and as soon as the blade enters the material, the
lower guard must be released. For all other sawing,
4. Always observe that the lower guard is cover-
ing the blade before placing the saw down on
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.
To check lower guard, open lower guard by hand,
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then release and watch guard closure. Also check
to see that retracting handle does not touch
tool housing. Leaving blade exposed is VERY
Additional safety warnings
1. Intended use
This tool is intended to cut wood products by length-
ways and crossways straight cuts and miter cuts
With appropriate Makita genuine circular saw
blades, other materials can also be sawed.
Accumulated sawdust on the lower guard and hub from
2. Use extra caution when cutting damp wood, pres-
sure treated lumber, or wood containing knots.
Maintain smooth advancement of tool without decrease
in blade speed to avoid overheating the blade tips.
3. Do not attempt to remove cut material when
blade is moving. Wait until blade stops before
grasping cut material.
4. Avoid cutting nails. Inspect for and remove all
nails from lumber before cutting.
Place the wider portion of the saw base on that part
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of the workpiece which is solidly supported, not on
the workpiece is short or small, clamp it down. DO
NOT TRY TO HOLD SHORT PIECES BY HAND!
6. Before setting the tool down after completing a
cut, be sure that the guard has closed and the
blade has come to a complete stop.
Never attempt to saw with the circular saw
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held upside down in a vise. This is extremely
dangerous and can lead to serious accidents.
8. Some material contains chemicals which may be
toxic. Take caution to prevent dust inhalation and
skin contact. Follow material supplier safety data.
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