STATUS CP190C 4071101 [7/64] Circular saw safety rules

Additional safety instructions for all saws with riving knife

• Use the appropriate saw blade for the riving knife. For the riving knife to function, the

body of the blade must be thinner than the riving knife and the cutting width of the blade

must be wider than the thickness of the riving knife.

• Adjust the riving knife as described in this instruction manual. Incorrect spacing,

positioning and alignment can make the riving knife ineective in preventing kickback.

• Always use the riving knife except when plunge cutting. Riving knife must be replaced

after plunge cutting. Riving knife causes interference.

• For the riving knife to work, it must be engaged in the workpiece. The riving knife is

ineective in preventing kickback during short cuts.

• Do not operate the saw if riving knife is bent. Even a light interference can slow the

closing rate of a guard.

• Wear hearing protection during continuous operation. Exposure to noise can cause

hearing loss.

• During operation provide eye protection to prevent eyes from exposure to ying

particles. Wear goggles.

• Take protective measures against inhalation of dust. Some materials can contain

toxic ingredients. Wear a dust mask and work with dust/chip extraction when

connectable.

• Do not process materials containing asbestos. Asbestos is considered carcinogenic.

• Use of protective gloves is recommended.

• Before connecting a tool to a power source be sure that the voltage supply is the

same as that specied on the nameplate of the tool.

• A power source with a voltage greater than that specied for the tool can result in

serious injury to the user, as well as damage to the tool. If in doubt, do not plug in the

tool. Using a power source with a voltage less than the nameplate rating is harmful to the

motor.

• Fully unwind cable drum extensions to avoid potential overheating.

• When an extension cable is required, you must ensure that it has the right ampere

rating for your power tool and it is in safe electrical condition.

• Never use the machine with a damaged cable. Do not touch the damaged cable and

pull the mains plug when the cable is damaged while operating. Damaged cables

increase the risk of electric shock.

• Always keep the cord away from the working area of the power tool.

• Prior to operation remove all nails, screws and other objects from the work piece.

You may damage the saw blade and the machine by cutting into a nail or other

metal. It can also present a safety hazard.

• Use clamps or a vice to secure your work whenever possible.

• Never start the power tool under load. Make sure that the saw blade is not in

contact with the work piece when you switch the machine on.

• Always switch o and wait until the saw blade has come to a complete standstill

before removing the machine from the work piece.

CIRCULAR SAW SAFETY RULES