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uUse an auxiliary fence in contact with the table top
when ripping workpieces less than 2 mm thick. A thin
workpiece may wedge under the rip fence and create a
kickback.
Kickback causes and related warnings
Kickback is a sudden reaction of the workpiece due to a
pinched, jammed saw blade or misaligned line of cut in the
workpiece with respect to the saw blade or when a part of
the workpiece binds between the saw blade and the rip
fence or other fixed object.
Most frequently during kickback, the workpiece is lifted from
the table by the rear portion of the saw blade and is pro-
pelled towards the operator.
Kickback is the result of saw misuse and/or incorrect operat-
ing procedures or conditions and can be avoided by taking
proper precautions as given below.
uNever stand directly in line with the saw blade. Always
position your body on the same side of the saw blade
as the fence. Kickback may propel the workpiece at high
velocity towards anyone standing in front and in line with
the saw blade.
uNever reach over or in back of the saw blade to pull or
to support the workpiece. Accidental contact with the
saw blade may occur or kickback may drag your fingers
into the saw blade.
uNever hold and press the workpiece that is being cut
off against the rotating saw blade. Pressing the work-
piece being cut off against the saw blade will create a
binding condition and kickback.
uAlign the fence to be parallel with the saw blade. A
misaligned fence will pinch the workpiece against the saw
blade and create kickback.
uUse a featherboard to guide the workpiece against the
table and fence when making non-through cuts such
as rabbeting, dadoing or resawing cuts. A featherboard
helps to control the workpiece in the event of a kickback.
uSupport large panels to minimise the risk of saw blade
pinching and kickback. Large panels tend to sag under
their own weight. Support(s) must be placed under all
portions of the panel overhanging the table top.
uUse extra caution when cutting a workpiece that is
twisted, knotted, warped or does not have a straight
edge to guide it with a mitre gauge or along the fence.
A warped, knotted, or twisted workpiece is unstable and
causes misalignment of the kerf with the saw blade, bind-
ing and kickback.
uNever cut more than one workpiece, stacked vertic-
ally or horizontally. The saw blade could pick up one or
more pieces and cause kickback.
uWhen restarting the saw with the saw blade in the
workpiece, centre the saw blade in the kerf so that the
saw teeth are not engaged in the material. If the saw
blade binds, it may lift up the workpiece and cause kick-
back when the saw is restarted.
uKeep saw blades clean, sharp, and with sufficient set.
Never use warped saw blades or saw blades with
cracked or broken teeth. Sharp and properly set saw
blades minimise binding, stalling and kickback.
Table saw operating procedure warnings
uTurn off the table saw and disconnect the power cord
when removing the table insert, changing the saw
blade or making adjustments to the riving knife, anti-
kickback device or saw blade guard, and when the ma-
chine is left unattended. Precautionary measures will
avoid accidents.
uNever leave the table saw running unattended. Turn it
off and don’t leave the tool until it comes to a com-
plete stop. An unattended running saw is an uncontrolled
hazard.
uLocate the table saw in a well-lit and level area where
you can maintain good footing and balance. It should
be installed in an area that provides enough room to
easily handle the size of your workpiece. Cramped,
dark areas, and uneven slippery floors invite accidents.
uFrequently clean and remove sawdust from under the
saw table and/or the dust collection device. Accumu-
lated sawdust is combustible and may self-ignite.
uThe table saw must be secured. A table saw that is not
properly secured may move or tip over.
uRemove tools, wood scraps, etc. from the table before
the table saw is turned on. Distraction or a potential jam
can be dangerous.
uAlways use saw blades with correct size and shape
(diamond versus round) of arbour holes. Saw blades
that do not match the mounting hardware of the saw will
run off-centre, causing loss of control.
uNever use damaged or incorrect saw blade mounting
means such as flanges, saw blade washers, bolts or
nuts. These mounting means were specially designed for
your saw, for safe operation and optimum performance.
uNever stand on the table saw, do not use it as a step-
ping stool. Serious injury could occur if the tool is tipped
or if the cutting tool is accidentally contacted.
uMake sure that the saw blade is installed to rotate in
the proper direction. Do not use grinding wheels, wire
brushes, or abrasive wheels on a table saw. Improper
saw blade installation or use of accessories not recom-
mended may cause serious injury.
Additional safety warnings
uWhen mounting the saw blade, wear protective
gloves. This poses a risk of injury.
uDo not use HSS saw blades. Such saw blades can easily
break.
uOnly use saw blades that match the specifications
given in this operating manual and that are tested and
marked in accordance with EN 847-1
uNever use the tool without the table insert. Replace
table insert if defective. Without flawless table inserts,
injuries are possible from the saw blade.
Bosch Power Tools 1 609 92A 6YX | (01.09.2021)