4TOOL. Using a power source with voltage less than the nameplate rating is harmful to themotor.USE PROPER EXTENSION CORD. Make sure your extension cord is in good condition.When using an extension cord, be sure to use one heavy enough to carry the current yourproduct will draw. An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss ofpower and overheating. Table 1 shows the correct size to use depending on cord length andnameplate ampere rating. If in doubt, use the next heavier gage. The smaller the gage num-ber, the heavier the cord.ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES USB037-2DO NOT let comfort or familiarity with product (gained fromrepeated use) replace strict adherence to miter saw safety rules.If you use this tool unsafely or incorrectly, you can suffer seri-ous personal injury.1. Wear eye protection.2. Keep hands out of path of saw blade.Avoid contact with any coasting blade. Itcan still cause severe injury.3. Do not operate saw without guards inplace. Check blade guard for proper clos-ing before each use. Do not operate saw ifblade guard does not move freely andclose instantly. Never clamp or tie theblade guard into the open position.4. Do not perform any operation freehand.The workpiece must be secured firmlyagainst the turn base and guide fence witha vise during all operations. Never useyour hand to secure the workpiece.5. Never reach around saw blade.6. Turn off tool and wait for saw blade tostop before moving workpiece or chang-ing settings.7. Unplug tool before changing blade or ser-vicing.8. Always secure all moving portions beforecarrying the tool.9. Do not use the tool in the presence offlammable liquids or gases.10. Check the blade carefully for cracks ordamage before operation. Replacecracked or damaged blade immediately.Gum and wood pitch hardened on bladesslows saw and increases potential forkickback. Keep blade clean by first remov-ing it from tool, then cleaning it with gumTable 1: Minimum gage for cordAmpere Rating Volts Total length of cord in feet120 V 25 ft. 50 ft. 100 ft. 150 ft.More Than Not More Than AWG0 6 18 16 16 146 10 18 16 14 1210 12 16 16 14 1212 16 14 12 Not Recommended