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Let the saw reach full speed before contact-
ing the workpiece. Doing so will reduce the
risk of kickback, help provide the cleanest
cut, and reduce stress on the saw motor.
Keep fingers and hands away from the saw
blade and out of blade path during opera-
tion. Use clamps to hold the workpiece in
place if needed.
Making blind plunge cuts without checking
your cutting path for unseen objects could
result in injury from kickback, electrocution,
building damage or fire, gas explosions, or
death. Whenever making a blind plunge cut
into a standing structure (like a wall), always
check the cutting path for hidden wires,
nails, and other metal objects by thoroughly
scanning the area with an electric stud
finder or similar device. NEVER risk a blind
plunge cut without first checking your cut-
ting path.
Whenever operating the saw in the vicinity
of live wires, always wear insulated gloves.
Avoid unintentionally grounding yourself
when operating the saw by being in contact
with electrically-conductive materials (metal
pipes, appliances, etc.).
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