Specific Safety Rules; Extension Cords - Milwaukee 6955-20 Manuel De L'utilisateur

• Check for damaged parts. Inspect guards and
other parts before use. Check for misalignment,
binding of moving parts, improper mounting,
broken parts and any other conditions that may
affect operation. If abnormal noise or vibration
occurs, turn the tool off immediately and have the
problem corrected before further use. Do not use
a damaged tool. Tag damaged tools "DO NOT
USE" until repaired. A guard or other damaged
part should be properly repaired or replaced by a
MILWAUKEE service facility. For all repairs, insist
on only identical replacement parts.
• Use proper accessories. Consult this manual for
recommended accessories. Using improper acces-
sories may be hazardous. Be sure accessories are
properly installed and maintained. Do not defeat
a guard or other safety device when installing an
accessory or attachment.
• Maintain tools carefully. Keep handles dry, clean
and free from oil and grease. Keep cutting edges
sharp and clean. Follow instructions for lubricating
and changing accessories. Periodically inspect tool
cords and extension cords for damage. Have dam-
aged parts repaired or replaced by a MILWAUKEE
service facility.
• Maintain labels & nameplates. These carry
important information. If unreadable or missing,
contact a MILWAUKEE service facility for a free
replacement.
SERVICE
• Tool service must be performed only by quali-
fi ed repair personnel. Service or maintenance
performed by unqualifi ed personnel may result in
a risk of injury.
• When servicing a tool, use only identical
replacement parts. Follow instructions in the
maintenance section of this manual. Use of
unauthorized parts or failure to follow maintenance
instructions may create a risk of shock or injury.

SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES

• Always keep hands away from the path of the
saw blade.
• Never reach around, under or across blade.
• Do not place hands under the saw motor or in
the path of the blade. Do not retrieve a piece of
material that is cut off while the blade is rotating.
Never place hands or fi ngers behind or in front of
the saw blade.
• Check guards for smooth operation before each use.
• Do not defeat the guards or operate the tool
without the guards in place.
• Avoid kick back. Kick back is a violent reaction to
a pinched or binding blade, which throws the saw
head upward and towards the operator. Proper
workpiece selection and support, proper blade
selection and maintenance, and even feed rate
are essential to reduce the risk of kick back.
• Always support work properly. Use the fence,
support blocks, auxiliary work support or clamps
to keep workpiece secure. Always support the
free end of the workpiece and support all small
workpieces. Workpieces that bow and pinch the
blade may result in kick back. Do not perform any
operations freehand (unsupported).
• Thin material tends to warp or sag and must be
well-supported over its entire length to avoid pinch-
ing the blade.
• Position fence properly. The fence can be adjust-
ed for compound cuts and miter cuts. Always make
sure the fence is adjusted for the intended cut.
Never operate the saw without the fence in place.
• Be sure the miter angle lock knob and the bevel
adjustment lever are tightened securely before
making cuts.
• Use the right blade. Use only recommended
blade types and sizes with proper mounting holes,
rated at least 5500 RPM. Follow the rotation ar-
row on the blade to be sure you install it properly.
Keep saw blades sharp to help prevent cracking
and grabbing. Never use defective or incorrect
washers or bolts.
• Do not use abrasive wheels with the miter saw.
• Keep blades clean and sharp. An unsharpened
or improperly sharpened blade produces a narrow
kerf and is likely to be pinched by the workpiece.
A dull blade produces excessive friction which
can cause the blade to warp or bind. Be sure the
blade screw is tight to prevent slipping or loosening
during operation.
• Wait for the blade to reach full speed before
lowering the saw head to make a cut.
• Push the saw through the workpiece. Do not pull
the saw through the workpiece. To make a cut,
raise saw head and pull it out OVER the workpiece
WITHOUT cutting, start the motor, wait a few sec-
onds for the blade to reach full speed, press down
on saw head, and push saw head through the cut.
• If the blade stalls, do not turn the switch on
and off. A dull blade or excess pressure may
cause stalling. Release the switch immediately if
the blade binds or the saw stalls and remove the
saw from the cut.
• Restarting in mid-cut. If you stop the saw in mid-
cut, allow the blade to stop, then raise the saw out
of the cut. Then restart the saw.
• Do not lock the trigger in the on position.
• Keep the cord away from the cutting area and
position it so that it will not be tripped over or caught
on the workpiece while you are cutting.
• Avoid cutting nails. Inspect for and remove all
nails before cutting.
• Always wait for the blade to stop completely be-
fore changing positions, retrieving a cut-off piece, or
preparing the next cut. Unplug the tool before tight-
ening blade screw, servicing, making adjustments,
transporting or moving the saw to another location.
• Lock the saw head down and lock the sliding
mechanism before transporting.
• WARNING: Some dust created by power sanding,
sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction
activities contains chemicals known to cause
cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.
Some examples of these chemicals are:
• lead from lead-based paint
• crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other
masonry products, and
• arsenic and chromium from chemically-treated
lumber.
Your risk from these exposures varies, depending
on how often you do this type of work. To reduce
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your exposure to these chemicals: work in a well
ventilated area, and work with approved safety
equipment, such as those dust masks that are spe-
cifi cally designed to fi lter out microscopic particles.
GROUNDING
WARNING
Improperly connecting the
grounding wire can result in the risk of elec-
tric shock. Check with a qualifi ed electrician
if you are in doubt as to whether the outlet is
properly grounded. Do not modify the plug
provided with the tool. Never remove the
grounding prong from the plug. Do not use
the tool if the cord or plug is damaged. If
damaged, have it repaired by a MILWAUKEE
service facility before use. If the plug will not
fi t the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by
a qualifi ed electrician.
Grounded Tools: Tools with Three Prong Plugs
Tools marked "Grounding Required" have a three
wire cord and three prong grounding plug. The
plug must be connected to a properly grounded
outlet (See Figure A). If the tool should electrically
malfunction or break down, grounding provides a
low resistance path to carry electricity away from
the user, reducing the risk of electric shock.
The grounding prong in the plug is connected
through the green wire inside the cord to the
grounding system in the tool. The green wire in the
cord must be the only wire connected to the tool's
grounding system and must never be attached to
an electrically "live" terminal.
Your tool must be plugged into an
appropriate outlet, properly installed
and grounded in accordance with
all codes and ordinances. The plug
Fig. A
and outlet should look like those in
Figure A.
Double Insulated Tools:
Tools with Two Prong Plugs
Tools marked "Double Insulated" do not require
grounding. They have a special double insulation
system which satisfi es OSHA requirements and
complies with the applicable standards of Underwrit-
ers Laboratories, Inc., the Cana-
dian Standard Association and the
National Electrical Code. Double
Insulated tools may be used in ei-
ther of the 120 volt outlets shown in
Figures B and C. Fig. B Fig. C
Double Insulated
Amperes
Volts
Alternating Current

EXTENSION CORDS

Grounded tools require a three wire extension
cord. Double insulated tools can use either a two
or three wire extension cord. As the distance from
the supply outlet increases, you must use a heavier
gauge extension cord. Using extension cords with
inadequately sized wire causes a serious drop in
voltage, resulting in loss of power and possible tool
damage. Refer to the table shown to determine the
required minimum wire size.
The smaller the gauge number of the wire, the
greater the capacity of the cord. For example, a 14
gauge cord can carry a higher current than a 16
gauge cord. When using more than one extension
cord to make up the total length, be sure each cord
contains at least the minimum wire size required.
If you are using one extension cord for more than
one tool, add the nameplate amperes and use the
sum to determine the required minimum wire size.
Guidelines for Using Extension Cords
• If you are using an extension cord outdoors, be
sure it is marked with the suffi x "W-A" ("W" in Cana-
da) to indicate that it is acceptable for outdoor use.
• Be sure your extension cord is properly wired
and in good electrical condition. Always replace a
damaged extension cord or have it repaired by a
qualifi ed person before using it.
• Protect your extension cords from sharp objects,
excessive heat and damp or wet areas.
Recommended Minimum Wire Gauge
For Extension Cords*
Extension Cord Length
Nameplate
25' 50'
Amperes
0 - 2.0 18 18
2.1 - 3.4 18 18
3.5 - 5.0 18 18
5.1 - 7.0 18 16
7.1 - 12.0 16 14
12.1 - 16.0 14 12
16.1 - 20.0 12 10
* Based on limiting the line voltage drop to fi ve volts at
150% of the rated amperes.
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SYMBOLOGY
No Load Revolutions
per Minute (RPM)
Underwriters Laboratories, Inc.
United States and Canada
Always keep hands away from
the path of the saw blade.
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75' 100' 150'
18 18 16
18 16 14
16 14 12
14 12 12
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