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the tool where ther e is a risk of causing fi re or explosion, e.g. in the
presence of fl ammable liquids and gases.
3 Keep children away
Do not allow children, visitors or animals to come near the work ar ea or
to touch the tool or the mains cable.
4 Dr ess properly
Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery , as these can be caught in
moving parts. Wear pr otective hair covering to keep long hair out of the
way . Pr eferably wear suitable gloves and non-slip footwear .
5 Personal pr otection
Always use safety glasses. Use a face or dust mask whenever the
operations may produce dust or fl ying particles. If these particles
might be considerably hot, also wear a heat-resistant apr on. Wear ear
protection at all times. W ear a safety helmet at all times.
6 Guard against electric shock
Prevent body contact with earthed or gr ounded surfaces (e.g. pipes,
radiators, cookers and refrigerators). Avoid touching the plugged-in mains
cable when it is wet. Do not stand in pools when operating the tool.
7 Do not overreach
Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
8 Stay alert
W atch what you are doing. Use common sense.
Do not operate the tool when you are tir ed.
9 Secur e workpiece
Use clamps or a vice to hold the workpiece. It is safer and it frees both
hands to operate the tool.
10 Connect dust extraction equipment
If devices are pr ovided for the connection of dust extraction and
collection facilities, ensure that these ar e connected and properly used.
11 Remove adjusting keys and wrenches
Always check that adjusting keys and wrenches ar e removed fr om the
tool before operating the tool.
12 Extension cables
Before use, inspect the extension cable and r eplace if damaged.
When using the tool outdoors, only use extension cables intended for
outdoor use and marked accordingly .
13 Use appropriate tool
The intended use is described in this instruction manual. Do not force
small tools or attachments to do the job of a heavy-duty tool. The tool
will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was intended.
Do not force the tool.
WARNING! The use of any accessory or attachment or performance
of any operation with this tool other than those recommended in this
instruction manual may present a risk of personal injury .
14 Check for damaged parts
Before use, car efully check the tool and mains cable for damage.
Check for misalignment and seizure of moving parts, br eakage of
parts, damage to guards and switches and any other conditions that
may affect its operation. Ensur e that the tool will operate properly and
perform its intended function. Do not use the tool if any part is damaged
or defective. Do not use the tool if the switch does not turn it on and
off. Have any damaged or defective parts r eplaced by an authorised
D
EWAL T repair agent. Never attempt any repairs yourself.
15 Unplug tool
Switch off and wait for the tool to come to a complete standstill befor e
leaving it unattended. Unplug the tool when not in use, before changing
any parts of the tools, accessories or attachments and before servicing.
16 Avoid unintentional starting
Be sure that the tool is switched of f before plugging in.
17 Do not abuse cord
Never pull the cord to disconnect fr om the socket. Keep the cord away
from heat, oil and sharp edges.
18 Store idle tools
When not in use, tools must be stored in a dry place and locked up
securely , out of reach of children.
19 Maintain tools with care
Keep the tools in good condition and clean for better and safer
performance. Follow the instructions for maintenance and changing
accessories. Keep all handles and switches dry , clean and fr ee fr om oil
and grease.
20 Repairs
This tool is in accordance with the r elevant safety regulations. Have
your tool repair ed by an authorised D
EWAL T repair agent. Repairs
should only be carried out by qualifi ed persons using original spare
parts; otherwise this may result in considerable danger to the user .
Additional safety rules for tile saws
• Do not use the machine if it is not fully assembled. Do not operate the
machine as a hand-held power tool.
• Make sure all locking knobs and clamp handles are tight before starting
any operation.
• Never place either hand in the cutting disc area when the machine is
connected to the electrical power source.
• Never cut workpieces that require manual action closer than 15 cm
from the r otating cutting disc.
• Never reach in the back of the cutting disc.
• Do not perform any operation freehand. Hold the workpiece fi rmly
against the fence and the guide.
• Switch off the machine and wait for the cutting disc to stop before
moving the workpiece or changing the settings.
• Never attempt to stop a machine in motion rapidly by jamming a tool or
other means against the cutting disc; serious accidents can be caused
unintentionally in this way .
• Keep the surrounding area of the machine well maintained and free of
loose materials, e.g. debris and cut-offs.
• Check periodically that the motor air slots are clean and free of dust.
• Disconnect the machine from the mains before carrying out any
maintenance work or when changing the cutting disc.
• Never perform any cleaning or maintenance work when the machine is
still running and the head is not in the rest position.
• Select the correct cutting disc for the material to be cut.
• Use only the cutting discs specifi ed in this manual. Never use grinding
discs. Never use circular saw blades or any other types of toothed
blades.
• The max. allowable speed of the cutting disc, or any other suitable
accessory , must always be equal to or gr eater than the no-load speed
of the machine specifi ed on the nameplate.
• Do not use cutting discs that do not conform to the dimensions stated
in the technical data. Do not use any spacers to make a disc fi t onto
the spindle.
• Inspect cutting discs before each use. Do not use chipped, cracked or
otherwise defective discs.
• Ensure that the cutting disc is mounted correctly before use.
• Let the machine run at no-load in a safe position for at least 30 seconds.
If there is a considerable vibration or if any other defect occurs,
stop the machine and check it to determine the cause.
• Do not operate this machine without guards in place.
• Hold the workpiece fi rmly against the fence and guide during the
cutting operation. Do not perform any operation freehand.
• Do not cut workpieces requiring a maximum depth of cut exceeding
that of the cutting disc.
• Do not perform dry cuts. Dry cutting not only results in damage to the
machine, it will also increase exposur e to harmful airborne dust.
• Do not use cutting discs for side grinding.
• Do not cut metal materials.
• Always store cutting discs well-protected and in a dry place, out of
reach of childr en.
• Do not make adjustments or parts substitutions to alter the factory
settings. T echnical alterations should only be carried out by the
manufacturer , in compliance with the applicable safety requirements.