PROPOINT 8857971 User manual

V1.0 8857971
Please read and understand all instructions before use. Retain this manual for future
reference.
BAND SAW
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PORTABLE METAL-CUTTING

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SPECIFICATIONS
Voltage Rating 120V AC
Amperage Rating 10 A
Phase Single
Frequency Rating 60 Hz
Cutting Capacity 5 in.
Speed Rating 0 to 435 RPM
Blade Size 44-7/8 x 1/2 x 0.025 in.
Cutting Angle 0° to 45°
Dimensions (L x W x H) 21-1/2 x 12 x 7-3/4 in.
HAZARD DEFINITIONS
Please familiarize yourself with the hazard notices found in this manual.
A notice is an alert that there is a possibility of property damage, injury
or death if certain instructions are not followed.
DANGER! This notice indicates an immediate and specific hazard that
will result in severe personal injury or death if the proper
precautions are not taken.
WARNING! This notice indicates a specific hazard or unsafe practice
that could result in severe personal injury or death if the
proper precautions are not taken.
CAUTION! This notice indicates a potentially hazardous situation that
may result in minor or moderate injury if proper practices are
not taken.
NOTICE! This notice indicates that a specific hazard or unsafe
practice will result in equipment or property damage, but
not personal injury.

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INTRODUCTION
The Portable Metal-Cutting Band Saw is ideal for cutting aluminum,
brass, copper and steel bars or pipes.
SAFETY
WARNING! Read and understand all instructions before using this
tool. The operator must follow basic precautions to reduce the
risk of personal injury and/or damage to the equipment.
Keep this manual for safety warnings, precautions, operating or
inspection and maintenance instructions.
WORK AREA
1. Operate in a safe work environment. Keep your work area clean,
well-lit and free of distractions. Place lights so you are not working
in a shadow.
2. Keep anyone not wearing the appropriate safety equipment away
from the work area.
3. Store tools properly in a safe and dry location. Keep tools out of
the reach of children.
4. Do not install or use in the presence of flammable gases, dust or
liquids.
PERSONAL SAFETY
WARNING! Wear personal protective equipment approved by the
Canadian Standards Association (CSA) or American National
Standards Institute (ANSI).
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
1. Always wear impact safety goggles that provide front and side
protection for the eyes. Eye protection equipment should comply
with CSA Z94.3-07 or ANSI Z87.1 standards based on the type of
work performed.
2. Wear the appropriate type of full-face shield in addition to safety
googles, as the work can create chips, abrasive or particulate
matter.
3. Wear gloves that provide protection based on the work materials or
to reduce the effects of tool vibration.

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3.1 Do not wear gloves when operating a tool that can snag the
material and pull the hand into the tool.
4. Wear protective clothing designed for the work environment and tool.
5. Non-skid footwear is recommended to maintain footing and
balance in the work environment.
6. Wear steel toe footwear or steel toe caps to prevent a foot injury
from falling objects.
7. Wear the appropriate rated dust mask or respirator.
8. This tool can cause hearing damage. Wear hearing protection gear
with an appropriate Noise Reduction Rating to withstand the
decibel levels.
PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS
Control the tool, personal movement and the work environment to avoid
personal injury or damage to the tool.
1. Do not operate any tool when tired or under the influence of drugs,
alcohol or medications.
2. Avoid wearing clothes or jewelry that can become entangled with
the moving parts of a tool. Keep long hair covered or bound.
3. Do not overreach when operating the tool. Proper footing and
balance enables better control in unexpected situations.
4. Support the workpiece or clamp it to a stable platform. Holding the
workpiece by hand or against your body may lead to personal injury.
5. Securely hold this tool using both hands. Using a tool with only one
hand can result in loss of control.
6. Be alert at all times, especially during repetitive, monotonous
operations.
SPECIFIC SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
DANGER! When the tool is in operation, keep hands away from the
saw blade and the area it is being applied to. Failure to follow this
warning will result in amputation, serious personal injury or death.
WARNING! Some surfaces contain materials which can be toxic.
When working on materials that may contain lead, asbestos,
copper chromium arsenate or other toxic materials, extra care
should be taken to avoid inhalation and minimize skin contact.

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WARNING! DO NOT let comfort or familiarity with product (gained
from repeated use) replace strict adherence to the tool safety rules.
If you use this tool unsafely or incorrectly, you can suffer serious
personal injury.
1. Use the correct tool for the job. This tool was designed for a
specific function. Do not modify or alter this tool or use it for an
unintended purpose.
2. Do not use the tool if any parts are damaged, broken or misplaced.
Repair or replace the parts.
3. Only use saw blades that are specifically designed for use with the
tool. Ensure the saw blade is tightly installed.
4. Do not use a dull or damaged cutting saw blade. A dull saw blade
requires more force to use the tool, possibly causing the saw blade
to break. This may cause an injury and will damage the workpiece.
4.1 Dull or improperly set saw blade produce a narrow kerf that can
cause excessive friction on the saw blade, resulting in binding or
a kickback. Keep the saw blade’s edge sharp and clean.
5. Only use a saw blade that exceeds the Speed Rating (see
Specifications).
6. Use the correct mounting hardware. The mounting hardware is
designed to hold the saw blade on the tool to allow optimum
performance and safety of operation. Mismatched mounting
hardware may result in a tool malfunction and cause an injury.
6.1 Always use blades that are correctly sized and shaped for the
tool. Blades that do not match the tool’s mounting hardware
will run erratically, causing loss of control.
7. Check the saw blade for damage before each use. A damaged
accessory can break during use and cause serious injury.
8. Affix the workpiece to a stable platform to prevent movement, minimize
body exposure to injury and saw blade binding or loss of control.
9. Position the tool on the larger section of a supported workpiece to
complete a cut. Cut the small portion away from the larger portion.
Support the smaller portion if possible to prevent it from binding
when the cut is almost complete.
10. Always handle the band saw blade with care when mounting or
removing it.