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=== Precautions === | === Precautions === | ||
* hook up a [[Shop Vac|shop vac]], but be | * hook up a [[Shop Vac|shop vac]], but be careful to connect the appropriated adapter for the Herkules saw | ||
* wear [[goggles]] and [[Ear Defenders|ear defenders]]! | * wear [[goggles]] and [[Ear Defenders|ear defenders]]! | ||
* [[Dust Mask|dust mask]]: depending on the material you're cutting | * [[Dust Mask|dust mask]]: depending on the material you're cutting | ||
Revision as of 17:15, 5 June 2018
This is the content required for an introduction to our circular saw - reading this does NOT replace the mandatory session with a tutor! It will make it a lot quicker though ;-)
Let's begin! First off, make sure you have read the machine's manual.
Safety
Dangers
- sawdust and small splinters can fly towards the operator and others
- sharp and rotating exposed blade - will keep spinning for a bit after turning the power off!
Precautions
- hook up a shop vac, but be careful to connect the appropriated adapter for the Herkules saw
- wear goggles and ear defenders!
- dust mask: depending on the material you're cutting
- get a helper who can hold your cutoff (depending on the size it) so it doesn't fall down
- make sure the cutting path is free of obstacles (except your workpiece of course)
- let the saw start before touching the workpiece
- keep the saw secure after your cut until is has come to a complete stop
Demonstration
The tutor will show you these steps in detail:
- using the circular saw guide
