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WARNING:
 

Failure to read and comply with all safety instructions and warnings that are supplied with this blade and your machine may result in serious injury or even death!

  •   Read and understand the operating instructions supplied with your machine before operating
  •   Check the blade for any damage prior to use and never use blades with dull, damaged or missing teeth
  •   Always keep your blade sharp and have them sharpened professionally when needed
  •   Make sure your work area is clean and all other people are a safe distance away
  •   Always wear ANSI standard Z87.1 eye protection and other safety items as needed
  •   All guards and safety devices must be in place and working properly while using your machine
  •   Never exceed the recommended RPM rating shown on the blade and always run the machine at full speed
  •   Always unplug the machine or disconnect the battery when changing the blade or making adjustments
  •   Never wear loose clothing or jewelry and keep clear of all moving parts
  •   Make sure the blade is mounted securely and is following the correct rotation as shown on the blade and in the machines
       operating instructions
  •   Only use the blade to cut material it was designed for
  •   Never force the blade through material, allow it to cut through it
  •   Clamp and secure material safely prior to cutting and ensure material stays secured
  •   Treat all power tools with the respect and caution they deserve to be used safely
  •   Focus on your work and always remain alert to what you are doing

 

ALUMINUM & NONFERROUS METAL CUTTING
 

When cutting nonferrous metals such as aluminum, magnesium, copper, brass, zinc and others we recommend using a liquid or wax lubricant to reduce wear and damage to the blade and the material being cut.

RESCUE & DEMOLITION WARNING
 

Never use the rescue & demolition blades on multi-purpose cutoff saws, including gas powered, unless the saw has a guard that completely covers both the upper and lower halves of the blade. This guard must extend to the lowest point of the cutting teeth on the bottom of the blade. Use with extreme CARE and CAUTION!

STEEL & FERROUS METAL CUTTING
 

For best results start cutting in the thinnest section of the material and avoid cutting long flat sections. Never cut hardened material and always keep a slow, steady feed rate. High impact on the carbide tips and side to side movement while cutting will cause them to break.

WOOD CUTTING
 

In addition to eye protection, always wear ear and respiratory protection. The key to a great performing blade are sharp tips and a well maintained and aligned machine. Always make sure your blade is clean of pitch for the best possible results.