IEC 62841-3-11:2024

Electric motor-operated hand-held tools, transportable tools and lawn and garden machinery - Safety - Part 3-11: Particular requirements for transportable combined mitre and bench saws

IEC 62841-3-11:2024 applies to transportable combined mitre and bench saws intended to be used with a toothed saw blade for cutting wood and analogous materials, plastics and nonferrous metals except magnesium with a saw blade diameter not exceeding 315 mm, which hereinafter is simply referred to as saw or tool.
This document does not apply to:
- saws intended to cut other metals, such as magnesium, steel and iron, or food;
- saws with an automatic feeding device;
- saws designed for use with abrasive wheels;
- saws designed for use with dado blades;
- single function bench or table saws;
- single function mitre saws;
- combined mitre and bench saws other than transportable.
NOTE 101 Transportable saws intended to cut ferrous metals will be covered by a future part of IEC 62841-3.
NOTE 102 Transportable tools designed for use with abrasive wheels are covered by IEC 62841-3-10:2015.
NOTE 103 Transportable table saws are covered by IEC 62841-3-1:2014.
NOTE 104 Transportable mitre saws are covered by IEC 62841-3-9:2020.
NOTE 105 In Europe (EN IEC 62841-3-11), the following additional NOTE applies:
NOTE Z101 Combined mitre and bench saws other than transportable are covered by EN 1870-3:2014.
This document is to be used in conjunction with IEC 62841-1:2014. This document supplements or modifies the corresponding clauses in IEC 62841-1, so as to convert it into the IEC Standard: Particular requirements for transportable combined mitre and bench saws.

Outils électroportatifs à moteur, outils portables et machines pour jardin et pelouses - Sécurité - Partie 3-11 : Exigences particulières pour les scies circulaires combinées à onglet et à table transportables

IEC 62841-3-11:2024 s'applique aux scies circulaires combinées à onglet et à table transportables destinées à être utilisées avec une lame de scie dentée de diamètre inférieur ou égal à 315 mm conçue pour la coupe de bois et de matériaux analogues, de plastiques et de métaux non ferreux, à l'exception du magnésium, et ci-après simplement appelées scie ou outil.
Le présent document ne s'applique pas:
- aux scies conçues pour couper d'autres métaux, comme le magnésium, l'acier et le fer, ou de la nourriture;
- aux scies qui comportent un dispositif d'alimentation automatique;
- aux scies conçues pour être utilisées avec des meules abrasives;
- aux scies conçues pour être utilisées avec des lames à rainurer;
- aux scies à table monofonction;
- aux scies à onglet monofonction;
- aux scies circulaires combinées à onglet et à table autres que transportables.
NOTE 101 Les scies transportables destinées à couper des métaux ferreux seront traitées dans une future partie de l'IEC 62841-3.
NOTE 102 Les outils portables conçus pour être utilisés avec une meule abrasive sont traités dans l'IEC 62841‑3‑10:2015.
NOTE 103 Les scies circulaires à table transportables sont traitées dans l'IEC 62841-3-1:2014.
NOTE 104 Les scies à onglet transportables sont traitées dans l'IEC 62841-3-9:2020.
NOTE 105 En Europe (EN IEC 62841-3-11), la NOTE supplémentaire suivante s'applique:
NOTE Z101 Les scies circulaires combinées à onglet et à table autres que transportables sont traitées dans l'EN 1870-3:2014.
Le présent document doit être utilisé conjointement avec l'IEC 62841-1:2014. Le présent document complète ou modifie les articles correspondants de l'IEC 62841-1 de façon à la transformer en norme IEC: Exigences particulières pour les scies circulaires combinées à onglet et à table transportables.

General Information

• Status: Published
• Publication Date: 02-Sep-2024
• ICS: 25.140.20 - Electric tools
• Technical Committee: TC 116 - Safety of motor-operated electric tools
• Drafting Committee: WG 9 - TC 116/WG 9
• Current Stage: PPUB - Publication issued
• Start Date: 03-Sep-2024
• Completion Date: 13-Sep-2024

Overview

IEC 62841-3-11:2024 is the IEC safety standard that establishes particular requirements for transportable combined mitre and bench saws. It applies to electric motor‑operated, transportable combined mitre/bench saws intended to be used with a toothed saw blade (for cutting wood and analogous materials, plastics and non‑ferrous metals except magnesium) with a saw blade diameter not exceeding 315 mm. This Part supplements and modifies the general rules in IEC 62841-1:2014 so the basic standard becomes specific to combined mitre and bench saws.

The standard is Edition 1.0 (2024-09) and is intended for manufacturers, test laboratories and conformity assessment bodies that need to design, test and certify transportable combined mitre and bench saws to recognized safety criteria.

Key topics and technical requirements

IEC 62841-3-11 covers a comprehensive set of safety and testing elements, including:

• Scope and exclusions - defines applicability and lists excluded saw types (e.g., saws for ferrous metals, saws with automatic feeding, abrasive‑wheel saws, dado blades, single‑function bench or mitre saws, and non‑transportable combined saws).
• Normative references, terms and definitions - harmonizes terminology with IEC 62841-1.
• General construction and mechanical strength - requirements for robust transportable construction and stability.
• Guarding and riving knife requirements - specifications and tests for saw blade guards, self‑closing/open guards, and riving knife performance and resiliency.
• Electrical safety - protection against access to live parts, starting controls, input/current, insulation, creepage and clearance distances, and earthing provisions.
• Thermal and fire resilience - temperature rise limits, heating, resistance to heat and fire.
• Environmental and durability tests - moisture resistance, corrosion resistance, endurance and abnormal operation tests.
• Mechanical hazards and testing - impact, torque and mechanical safety tests, plus measurement methods for noise and vibration emissions.
• Supply connection and cords - cord sizing, strain relief and connector requirements.
• Annexes and test methods - measurement of creepage/clearance, leakage current, electric strength, low‑power circuits, noise/vibration test conditions, and battery tool rules where applicable.

(Topics are drawn from the document’s table of contents and annex list.)

Practical applications - who uses this standard

• Manufacturers and product designers - to design transportable combined mitre and bench saws that meet international safety requirements.
• Test laboratories and certification bodies - to perform type and routine tests, and assess conformity.
• Regulatory authorities and compliance teams - to reference in procurement specs and market surveillance.
• Importers/distributors and OEMs - to ensure products meet IEC/EN requirements before sale.
• Safety engineers and technical writers - for developing user manuals, safety labels and compliance documentation.

Related standards

• IEC 62841-1:2014 (general requirements) - to be used in conjunction with this Part.
• IEC 62841 series for other saw types:
  • IEC 62841-3-1:2014 (table saws)
  • IEC 62841-3-9:2020 (transportable mitre saws)
  • IEC 62841-3-10:2015 (tools designed for abrasive wheels)
• EN 1870-3:2014 (combined mitre and bench saws that are not transportable)
• Note: ferrous‑metal cutting transportable saws will be covered by a future part of IEC 62841-3.

Keywords: IEC 62841-3-11, transportable combined mitre and bench saws, saw safety standard, saw blade 315 mm, guarding, riving knife, electrical safety, product testing, conformity.

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CONTENTS
FOREWORD . 5
INTRODUCTION to IEC 62841-1:2014 . 8
1 Scope . 9
2 Normative references . 10
3 Terms and definitions . 15
4 General requirements . 28
5 General conditions for the tests . 28
6 Radiation, toxicity and similar hazards . 31
7 Classification . 32
8 Marking and instructions . 32
9 Protection against access to live parts . 50
10 Starting . 52
11 Input and current . 52
12 Heating . 52
13 Resistance to heat and fire . 57
14 Moisture resistance . 58
15 Resistance to rusting . 61
16 Overload protection of transformers and associated circuits . 62
17 Endurance . 62
18 Abnormal operation . 63
19 Mechanical hazards . 71
20 Mechanical strength . 85
21 Construction . 88
22 Internal wiring . 111
23 Components . 113
24 Supply connection and external flexible cords . 118
25 Terminals for external conductors . 123
26 Provision for earthing . 125
27 Screws and connections . 128
28 Creepage distances, clearances and distances through insulation . 130
Annex A (normative) Measurement of creepage distances and clearances . 138
Annex B (normative) Motors not isolated from the supply mains and having basic
insulation not designed for the rated voltage of the tool . 143
Annex C (normative) Leakage current . 145
Annex D (normative) Electric strength . 149
Annex E (informative) Methods of applying ISO 13849-1 to power tools . 151
Annex F (informative) Rules for routine tests . 153
Annex G Void . 155
Annex H (normative) Determination of a low-power circuit . 156
Annex I (informative) Measurement of noise and vibration emissions . 157
Annex J Void . 166
Annex K (normative) Battery tools and battery packs . 167

Annex L (normative) Battery tools and battery packs provided with mains connection
or non-isolated sources. 187
Bibliography . 206

Figure 101 – Combined mitre and bench saw (type "A") . 23
Figure 102 – Combined mitre and bench saw (type "B") . 24
Figure 103 – Saw blade areas − Combined mitre and bench saw in mitre saw position
(type "B") . 75
Figure 104 – Test probe . 76
Figure 105 – Self-closing guard − Opening angle . 76
Figure 106 – Open guard construction . 77
Figure 107 – Top guard side walls . 79
Figure 108 – Riving knife mounted guard . 80
Figure 109 – Saw blade guard − Stability test . 81
Figure 110 – Guarding below the bench saw table (type "B" saw) . 84
Figure 111 – Dimensions of the bench saw table . 99
Figure 112 – Width of the slot in the table . 100
Figure 113 – Guarding of saw blade relative to mitre saw table position (type "A" saw) . 101
Figure 114 – Riving knife adjustment . 103
Figure 115 – Riving knife testing − Stability of riving knife. 104
Figure 116 – Riving knife testing − Resiliency of riving knife . 105
Figure 117 – Two position rip fence . 106
Figure 118 – Saw with centre workpiece support in mitre saw mode . 108
Figure 119 – Flange characteristics . 109
Figure 120 – Distance between fence and saw blade in mitre saw mode . 110
Figure 121 – Example of a push stick . 111
Figure 1 – Test fingernail . 135
Figure 2 – Flexing test apparatus . 136
Figure 3 – Overload test of a class II armature . 137
Figure A.1 – Clearance gap for parallel sided and V-shaped groove . 139
Figure A.2 – Clearance gap for rib and uncemented joint with groove . 140
Figure A.3 – Clearance gap for uncemented joint and diverging-sided groove . 141
Figure A.4 – Clearance gap between wall and screw . 142
Figure B.1 – Simulation of fault conditions . 144
Figure C.1 – Diagram for leakage current measurement for single-phase connection
and three-phase tools suitable for single-phase supply . 147
Figure C.2 – Diagram for leakage current measurement for three-phase connection . 148
Figure C.3 – Circuit of the leakage current meter . 148
Figure H.1 – Example of an electronic circuit with low-power points . 156
Figure I.1 – Test bench . 164
Figure I.2 – Positions of a hand-held power tool and microphones for the
hemispherical / cylindrical measurement surface . 164
Figure I.3 – Microphone positions on a cubic measurement surface . 165
Figure I.4 – Directions of vibration measurement . 165
Figure K.1 – Measurement of clearances . 186

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Figure L.1 – Measurement of clearances . 205

Table 1 – Maximum normal temperature rises (1 of 2) . 55
Table 2 – Maximum outside surface temperature rises . 57
Table 3 – Maximum winding temperature . 64
Table 4 – Required performance levels . 70
Table 101 – Metal saw blade guard characteristics . 86
Table 5 – Impact energies. 86
Table 6 – Test torques . 87
Table 7 – Switch trigger force . 92
Table 8 – Minimum cross-sectional area and AWG sizes of supply cords . 119
Table 9 – Pull and torque value . 121
Table 10 – Quick-connect terminals for earthing conductors . 126
Table 11 – Torque for testing screws and nuts . 129
Table 12 – Minimum creepage distances and clearances . 132
Table D.1 – Test voltages . 149
Table F.1 – Test voltages for the electric strength test . 154
Table I.101 – Noise test conditions for combined mitre and bench saws . 162
Table K.1 – Minimum creepage distances and clearances between parts of opposite
polarity . 185
Table L.1 – Minimum creepage distances and clearances between parts of opposite
polarity . 204

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IEC 62841-3-11 has been prepared by IEC technical committee 116: Safety of motor-operated
electric tools. It is an International Standard.
The text of this International Standard is based on the following documents:
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The language used for the development of this International Standard is English.
This document is to be used in conjunction with IEC 62841-1:2014.
This document supplements or modifies the corresponding clauses in IEC 62841-1, so as to
convert it into the IEC Standard: Particular requirements for transportable combined mitre and
bench saws.
Where a particular subclause of IEC 62841-1 is not mentioned in this document, that
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or "replacement", the relevant text in IEC 62841-1 is to be adapted accordingly.
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Individual countries may wish to consider the application of this Part 1 of IEC 62841, so far as
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ELECTRIC MOTOR-OPERATED HAND-HELD TOOLS,
TRANSPORTABLE TOOLS AND LAWN AND GARDEN MACHINERY –
SAFETY –
Part 3-11: Particular requirements for transportable
combined mitre and bench saws
1 Scope
This International Standard deals with the safety of electric motor-operated or magnetically
driven:
– hand-held tools (IEC 62841-2);
– transportable tools (IEC 62841-3);
– lawn and garden machinery (IEC 62841-4).
The above listed categories are hereinafter referred to as “tools” or “machines”.
The rated voltage is not more than 250 V for single-phase a.c. or d.c. tools, and 480 V for
three-phase a.c. tools. The rated input is not more than 3 700 W.
The limits for the applicability of this standard for battery tools are given in K.1 and L.1.
This standard deals with the hazards presented by tools which are encountered by all persons
in the normal use and reasonably foreseeable misuse of the tools.
Tools with electric heating elements are within the scope of this standard.
Requirements for motors not isolated from the supply, and having basic insulation not
designed for the rated voltage of the tools, are given in Annex B. Requirements for
rechargeable battery-powered motor-operated or magnetically driven tools and the battery
packs for such tools are given in Annex K. Requirements for such tools that are also operated
and/or charged directly from the mains or a non-isolated source are given in Annex L.
Hand-held electric tools, which can be mounted on a support or working stand for use as fixed
tools without any alteration of the tool itself, are within the scope of this standard and such
combination of a hand-held tool and a support is considered to be a transportable tool and
thus covered by the relevant Part 3.
This standard does not apply to:
– tools intended to be used in the presence of explosive atmosphere (dust, vapour or gas);
– tools used for preparing and processing food;
– tools for medical purposes;
NOTE 1 IEC 60601 series covers a variety of tools for medical purposes.
– tools intended to be used with cosmetics or pharmaceutical products;
– heating tools;
NOTE 2 IEC 60335-2-45 covers a variety of heating tools.
– electric motor-operated household and similar electrical appliances;
NOTE 3 IEC 60335 series covers a variety of electric motor-operated household and similar electrical appliances.

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– electrical equipment for industrial machine-tools;
NOTE 4 IEC 60204 series deals with electrical safety of machinery.
– small low voltage transformer operated bench tools intended for model making, e.g. the
making of radio controlled model aircraft or cars, etc.
NOTE 5 In the United States of America, the following conditions apply:
This standard deals with tools used in non-hazardous locations in accordance with the National Electrical Code,
NFPA 70.
NOTE 6 In Canada, the following conditions apply:
This standard deals with tools used in non-hazardous locations in accordance with the Canadian Electric Code,
Part 1, CSA C22.1, and General Requirements – Canadian Electrical Code, Part II, CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 0.
This part of IEC 62841 applies to transportable combined mitre and bench saws intended to
be used with a toothed saw blade for cutting wood and analogous materials, plastics and
nonferrous metals except magnesium with a saw blade diameter not exceeding 315 mm,
which hereinafter is simply referred to as saw or tool.
This document does not apply to
– saws intended to cut other metals, such as magnesium, steel and iron, or food;
– saws with an automatic feeding device;
– saws designed for use with abrasive wheels;
– saws designed for use with dado blades;
– single function bench or table saws;
– single function mitre saws;
– combined mitre and bench saws other than transportable.
NOTE 101 Transportable saws intended to cut ferrous metals will be covered by a future part of IEC 62841-3.
NOTE 102 Transportable tools designed for use with abrasive wheels are covered by IEC 62841-3-10:2015.
NOTE 103 Transportable table saws are covered by IEC 62841-3-1:2014.
NOTE 104 Transportable mitre saws are covered by IEC 62841-3-9:2020.
NOTE 105 In Europe (EN IEC 62841-3-11), the following additional NOTE applies:
NOTE Z101 Combined mitre and bench saws other than transportable are covered by EN 1870-3:2014.
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vertical flame test methods
_________
There exists a consolidated version (Edition 2.2:2013) which includes IEC 60529:1989 and its Amendment 1
(1999) and Amendment 2 (2013).

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IEC 60730-1:2010, Automatic electrical controls for household and similar use – Part 1:
General requirements
IEC 60825-1:2007, Safety of laser products – Part 1: Equipment classification and
requirements
IEC 60884 (all parts), Plugs and socket-outlets for household and similar purposes
IEC 60906-1, IEC system of plugs and socket-outlets for household and similar purposes –
Part 1: Plugs and socket-outlets 16 A 250 V a.c.
IEC 60990:1999, Methods of measurement of touch current and protective conductor current
IEC 60998-2-1, Connecting devices for low-voltage circuits for household and similar
purposes – Part 2-1: Particular requirements for connecting devices as separate entities with
screw-type clamping units
IEC 60998-2-2, Connecting devices for low-voltage circuits for household and similar
purposes – Part 2-2: Particular requirements for connecting devices as separate entities with
screwless-type clamping units
IEC 60999-1:1999, Connecting devices – Electrical copper conductors – Safety requirements
for screw-type and screwless-type clamping units – Part 1: General requirements and
2 2
particular requirements for clamping units for conductors from 0,2 mm up to 35 mm
(included)
IEC 61000-4-2:2008, Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) – Part 4-2: Testing and
measurement techniques – Electrostatic discharge immunity test
IEC 61000-4-3:2006, Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) – Part 4-3: Testing and
measurement techniques – Radiated, radio-frequency, electromagnetic field immunity test
Amendment 1:2007
Amendment 2:2010
IEC 61000-4-4:2012, Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) – Part 4-4: Testing and
measurement techniques – Electrical fast transient/burst immunity test
IEC 61000-4-5:2005, Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) – Part 4-5: Testing and
measurement techniques – Surge immunity test
IEC 61000-4-6:2008, Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) – Part 4-6: Testing and
measurement techniques – Immunity to conducted disturbances, induced by radio-frequency
fields
IEC 61000-4-11:2004, Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) – Part 4-11: Testing and
measurement techniques – Voltage dips, short interruptions and voltage variations immunity
tests
IEC 61032:1997, Protection of persons and equipment by enclosures – Probes for verification
IEC 61056-1, General purpose lead-acid batteries (valve-regulated types) – Part 1: General
requirements, functional characteristics – Methods of test
_________
There exists a consolidated version (Edition 3.2:2010) which includes IEC 61000-4-3:2006 and its Amendment
1 (2007) and Amendment 2 (2010).

IEC 61058-1:2000, Switches for appliances – Part 1: General requirements
Amendment 1:2001
Amendment 2:2007
IEC 61210, Connecting devices – Flat quick-connect terminations for electrical copper
conductors – Safety requirements
IEC 61540:1997, Electrical accessories – Portable residual current devices without integral
overcurrent protection for household and similar use (PRCDs)
Amendment 1:1998
IEC 61558-1, Safety of power transformers, power supplies, reactors and similar products –
Part 1: General requirements and tests
IEC 61558-2-4, Safety of transformers, reactors, power supply units and similar products for
supply voltages up to 1 100 V – Part 2-4: Particular requirements and tests for isolating
transformers and power supply units incorporating isolating transformers
IEC 61558-2-6, Safety of transformers, reactors, power supply units and similar products for
supply voltages up to 1 100 V – Part 2-6: Particular requirements and tests for safety isolating
transformers and power supply units incorporating safety isolating transformers
IEC 61558-2-16, Safety of transformers, reactors, power supply units and similar products for
supply voltages up to 1 100 V – Part 2-16: Particular requirements and tests for switch mode
power supply units and transformers for switch mode power supply units
IEC 61951-1, Secondary cells and batteries containing alkaline or other non-acid electrolytes
– Portable sealed rechargeable single cells – Part 1: Nickel-cadmium
IEC 61951-2, Secondary cells and batteries containing alkaline or other non-acid electrolytes
– Portable sealed rechargeable single cells – Part 2: Nickel-metal hydride
IEC 61960, Secondary cells and batteries containing alkaline or other non-acid electrolytes –
Secondary lithium cells and batteries for portable applications
IEC 61984, Connectors – Safety requirements and tests
IEC 62133, Secondary cells and batteries containing alkaline or other non-acid electrolytes –
Safety requirements for portable sealed secondary cells, and for batteries made from them,
for use in portable applications
IEC 62233, Measurement methods for electromagnetic fields of household appliances and
similar apparatus with regard to human exposure
IEC 62471, Photobiological safety of lamps and lamp systems
IEC/TR 62471-2:2009, Photobiological safety of lamps and lamp systems – Part 2: Guidance
on manufacturing requirements relating to non-laser optical radiation safety
IEC 62841-1:2014, Electric motor-operated hand-held tools, transportable tools and lawn and
garden machinery – Safety – Part 1: General requirements
_________
There exists a consolidated version (Edition 3.2:2008) which includes IEC 61058-1:2000 and its Amendment 1
(2001) and Amendment 2 (2007).
There exists a consolidated version (Edition 1.1:1999) which includes IEC 61540:1997 and its Amendment 1
(2001).
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ISO 180, Plastics – Determination of Izod impact strength
ISO 1463, Metallic and oxide coatings – Measurement of coating thickness – Microscopical
method
ISO 2178, Non-magnetic coatings on magnetic substrates – Measurement of coating
thickness – Magnetic method
ISO 2768-1, General tolerances – Part 1: Tolerances for linear and angular dimensions
without individual tolerance indications
ISO 3744, Acoustics – Determination of sound power levels and sound energy levels of noise
sources using sound pressure – Engineering methods for an essentially free field over a
reflecting plane
ISO 3864-2, Graphical symbols – Safety colours and safety signs – Part 2: Design principles
for product safety labels
ISO 3864-3, Graphical symbols – Safety colours and safety signs – Part 3: Design principles
for graphical symbols for use in safety signs
ISO 4871:1996, Acoustics – Declaration and verification of noise emission values of
machinery and equipment
ISO 5347 (all parts), Methods for the calibration of vibration and shock pick-ups
ISO 5349-1, Mechanical vibration – Measurement and evaluation of human exposure to hand-
transmitted vibration – Part 1: General requirements
ISO 5349-2, Mechanical vibration – Measurement and evaluation of human exposure to hand-
transmitted vibration – Part 2: Practical guidance for measurement in the workplace
ISO 7000:2012, Graphical symbols for use on equipment – Index and synopsis
ISO 7010, Graphical symbols – Safety colours and safety signs – Registered safety signs
ISO 7574-4, Acoustics – Statistical methods for determining and verifying stated noise
emission values of machinery and equipment – Part 4: Methods for stated values for batches
of machines
ISO 8041, Human response to vibration – Measuring instrumentation
ISO 9772:2012, Cellular plastics – Determination of horizontal burning characteristics of small
specimens subjected to a small flame
ISO 11201, Acoustics – Noise emitted by machinery and equipment – Determination of
emission sound pressure levels at a work station and at other specified positions in an
essentially free field over a reflecting plane with negligible environmental corrections
ISO 11203, Acoustics – Noise emitted by machinery and equipment – Determination of
emission sound pressure levels at a work station and at other specified positions from the
sound power level
ISO 12100, Safety of machinery – General principles for design – Risk assessment and risk
reduction
ISO 13849-1, Safety of machinery – Safety-related parts of control systems – Part 1: General
principles for design
ISO 13850, Safety of machinery – Emergency stop – Principles for design
ISO/TR 11690-3, Acoustics – Recommended practice for the design of low-noise workplaces
containing machinery – Part 3: Sound propagation and noise prediction in workrooms
ISO 16063-1, Methods for the calibration of vibration and shock transducers – Part 1: Basic
concepts
EN 12096, Mechanical vibration – Declaration and verification of vibration emission values
ASTM B 258, Standard specification for standard nominal diameters and cross-sectional
areas of AWG sizes of solid round wires used as electrical conductors
UL 969, Standard for marking and labeling systems
NOTE 1 In the United States of America, the following normative reference applies:
US, Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Title 21, Food and Drugs.
NOTE 2 In Canada, the following normative reference applies:
C.R.C., c. 1370, Radiation Emitting Devices Regulations
NOTE 3 In Europe (EN 62841-1), the following normative references apply:
CR 1030-1, Hand-arm vibration – Guidelines for vibration hazards reduction – Part 1: Engineering methods by
design of machinery
EN ISO 11688-1, Acoustics – Recommended practice for the design of low-noise machinery and equipment –
Part 1: Planning (ISO/TR 11688-1)
NOTE 101 In Europe (EN IEC 62841-3-11), the following additional normative reference applies:
EN 847-1:2017, Tools for woodworking – Safety requirements – Part 1: Milling tools, circular saw blades
3 Terms and definitions
For the purposes of this document, the following terms and definitions apply.
Where the terms voltage and current are used, they imply the r.m.s. values, unless otherwise
specified.
Where in this standard the expressions “with the aid of a tool”, “without the aid of a tool”, and
“requires the use of a tool”, are used, the word “tool” means a hand tool, for example a
screwdriver, which may be used to operate a screw or other fixing means.
3.1
accessible part
conductive part or surface of insulating materials that can be touched by means of the test
probe B of IEC 61032:1997
3.2
accessory
device that is attached only to the output mechanism of the tool

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3.3
adjustable guard
guard which is adjustable as a whole or which incorporates adjustable part(s). For manually
adjustable guards, the adjustment remains fixed during a particular operation
3.4
all-pole disconnection
disconnection of all supply conductors except the protective earthing (grounding) conductor
by a single initiating action
3.5
attachment
device attached to the housing or other component of the tool and which may or may not be
attached to the output mechanism and does not modify the normal use of the tool within the
scope of this standard
3.6
basic insulation
insulation applied to live parts to provide protection against electric shock. Insulation applied
to live parts not intended to provide electric shock protection is considered to be insulation
for functional purposes, such as magnet wire insulation
3.7
battery
assembly of one or more cells intended to provide electrical current to the tool
3.8
class I tool
tool in which protection against electric shock does not rely on basic, double or reinforced
insulation only, but which includes an additional safety precaution in that conductive
accessible parts are connected to the protective earthing conductor in the fixed wiring of the
installation in such a way that conductive accessible parts cannot become live in the event of
a failure of the basic insulation
Note 1 to entry: Also considered as class I tools are tools with double insulation and/or reinforced insulation
throughout, but also having an earthing terminal or earthing contact.
3.9
class II tool
tool in which protection against electric s
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Part 3-11: Particular requirements for transportable combined mitre and bench
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Outils électroportatifs à moteur, outils portables et machines pour jardin et
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IEC 62841-3-11 ®
Edition 1.0 2024-09
INTERNATIONAL
STANDARD
NORME
INTERNATIONALE
Electric motor-operated hand-held tools, transportable tools and lawn and

garden machinery – Safety –
Part 3-11: Particular requirements for transportable combined mitre and bench

saws
Outils électroportatifs à moteur, outils portables et machines pour jardin et

pelouses – Sécurité –
Partie 3-11: Exigences particulières pour les scies circulaires combinées à

onglet et à table transportables

INTERNATIONAL
ELECTROTECHNICAL
COMMISSION
COMMISSION
ELECTROTECHNIQUE
INTERNATIONALE
ICS 25.140.20  ISBN 978-2-8322-9564-9

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CONTENTS
FOREWORD . 4
1 Scope . 6
2 Normative references . 6
3 Terms and definitions . 7
4 General requirements . 13
5 General conditions for the tests . 13
6 Radiation, toxicity and similar hazards . 13
7 Classification . 13
8 Marking and instructions . 14
9 Protection against access to live parts . 22
10 Starting . 22
11 Input and current . 22
12 Heating . 22
13 Resistance to heat and fire . 22
14 Moisture resistance . 22
15 Resistance to rusting . 22
16 Overload protection of transformers and associated circuits . 22
17 Endurance . 22
18 Abnormal operation . 23
19 Mechanical hazards . 23
20 Mechanical strength . 36
21 Construction . 37
22 Internal wiring . 51
23 Components . 51
24 Supply connection and external flexible cables and cords . 52
25 Terminals for external conductors . 52
26 Provision for earthing . 52
27 Screws and connections . 52
28 Creepage distances, clearances and distances through insulation . 52
Annexes . 53
Annex I (informative) Measurement of noise and vibration emissions . 53
Annex K (normative) Battery tools and battery packs . 54
Annex L (normative) Battery tools and battery packs provided with mains connection
or non-isolated sources . 55
Bibliography . 56

Figure 101 – Combined mitre and bench saw (type "A") . 8
Figure 102 – Combined mitre and bench saw (type "B") . 9
Figure 103 – Saw blade areas − Combined mitre and bench saw in mitre saw position
(type "B") . 26
Figure 104 – Test probe . 27
Figure 105 – Self-closing guard − Opening angle . 27

Figure 106 – Open guard construction . 28
Figure 107 – Top guard side walls . 30
Figure 108 – Riving knife mounted guard . 31
Figure 109 – Saw blade guard − Stability test . 32
Figure 110 – Guarding below the bench saw table (type "B" saw) . 35
Figure 111 – Dimensions of the bench saw table . 39
Figure 112 – Width of the slot in the table . 40
Figure 113 – Guarding of saw blade relative to mitre saw table position (type "A" saw) . 41
Figure 114 – Riving knife adjustment . 43
Figure 115 – Riving knife testing − Stability of riving knife . 44
Figure 116 – Riving knife testing − Resiliency of riving knife . 45
Figure 117 – Two position rip fence . 46
Figure 118 – Saw with centre workpiece support in mitre saw mode . 48
Figure 119 – Flange characteristics . 49
Figure 120 – Distance between fence and saw blade in mitre saw mode . 50
Figure 121 – Example of a push stick . 51

Table 4 – Required performance levels . 23
Table 101 – Metal saw blade guard characteristics . 36
Table I.101 – Noise test conditions for combined mitre and bench saws . 53

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ELECTRIC MOTOR-OPERATED HAND-HELD TOOLS,
TRANSPORTABLE TOOLS AND LAWN AND GARDEN MACHINERY –
SAFETY –
Part 3-11: Particular requirements for transportable
combined mitre and bench saws
FOREWORD
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The language used for the development of this International Standard is English.
This document is to be used in conjunction with IEC 62841-1:2014.
This document supplements or modifies the corresponding clauses in IEC 62841-1, so as to
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bench saws.
Where a particular subclause of IEC 62841-1 is not mentioned in this document, that subclause
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TRANSPORTABLE TOOLS AND LAWN AND GARDEN MACHINERY –
SAFETY –
Part 3-11: Particular requirements for transportable
combined mitre and bench saws
1 Scope
IEC 62841-1:2014, Clause 1 is applicable, except as follows:
Addition:
This part of IEC 62841 applies to transportable combined mitre and bench saws intended to
be used with a toothed saw blade for cutting wood and analogous materials, plastics and
nonferrous metals except magnesium with a saw blade diameter not exceeding 315 mm, which
hereinafter is simply referred to as saw or tool.
This document does not apply to
– saws intended to cut other metals, such as magnesium, steel and iron, or food;
– saws with an automatic feeding device;
– saws designed for use with abrasive wheels;
– saws designed for use with dado blades;
– single function bench or table saws;
– single function mitre saws;
– combined mitre and bench saws other than transportable.
NOTE 101 Transportable saws intended to cut ferrous metals will be covered by a future part of IEC 62841-3.
NOTE 102 Transportable tools designed for use with abrasive wheels are covered by IEC 62841-3-10:2015.
NOTE 103 Transportable table saws are covered by IEC 62841-3-1:2014.
NOTE 104 Transportable mitre saws are covered by IEC 62841-3-9:2020.
NOTE 105 In Europe (EN IEC 62841-3-11), the following additional NOTE applies:
NOTE Z101 Combined mitre and bench saws other than transportable are covered by EN 1870-3:2014.
2 Normative references
IEC 62841-1:2014, Clause 2 is applicable, except as follows:
Addition:
IEC 62841-1:2014, Electric motor-operated hand-held tools, transportable tools and lawn and
garden machinery – Safety – Part 1: General requirements
ISO 180, Plastics – Determination of Izod impact strength
NOTE 101 In Europe (EN IEC 62841-3-11), the following additional normative reference applies:
EN 847-1:2017, Tools for woodworking – Safety requirements – Part 1: Milling tools, circular saw blades

3 Terms and definitions
IEC 62841-1:2014, Clause 3 is applicable, except as follows:
Addition:
3.101
anti-kickback device
device that allows the movement of the workpiece in the cutting direction but reduces the
likelihood of the rapid movement of the workpiece in the direction opposite of feed
3.102
bevel angle
angular displacement of the saw blade plane with respect to the table top plane, the position
of the saw blade plane that is perpendicular to the table top being the 0° bevel position
3.103
centre workpiece support
device that has a face supporting the workpiece in conjunction with the fence
Note 101 to entry: See Figure 118.
3.104
combined mitre and bench saw
saw intended to be used as a down-cutting cross cut saw and as a circular bench saw
Note 101 to entry: The two possible types of saw are type "A" and type "B", as defined in 3.104.1 and 3.104.2.
3.104.1
type "A" saw
combined mitre and bench saw equipped with two tables: a mitre saw table having a fence
to support the material to be cut as the saw blade is brought down and a bench saw table which
supports the material to be cut as it is fed by hand towards the saw blade
Note 101 to entry: In mitre saw mode, the saw blade is suspended over the mitre saw table from an arm, normally
from a point located at the table or on a part of the frame of the tool. A sliding cutting movement can follow a
downward cutting action or vice-versa.
Note 102 to entry: In bench saw mode, the saw blade projects through a slot in the bench saw table.
Note 103 to entry: See Figure 101.

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a) Example provided with U-shaped guard

b) Example provided with open guard construction
Figure 101 – Combined mitre and bench saw (type "A")
3.104.2
type "B" saw
combined mitre and bench saw equipped with a single table which supports and positions the
workpiece during mitre and bench sawing operations
Note 101 to entry: The saw blade is capable of being located either above or below the table.
Note 102 to entry: In mitre saw mode, the saw blade is suspended over the table from an arm, normally from a point
located at the table or on a part of the frame of the tool. In some cases, a sliding movement follows a downward
cutting action or vice-versa.
Note 103 to entry: In bench saw mode, the saw blade projects through a slot in the table.
Note 104 to entry: See Figure 102.

a) Example in mitre saw position

b) Example in bench saw position
Figure 102 – Combined mitre and bench saw (type "B")
3.105
cross cutting
cutting operation performed utilizing a cross-cutting fence to guide the workpiece
Note 101 to entry: For natural wood, cross cutting is performed predominantly in a perpendicular direction with
the grain of the wood; for engineered materials, cross cutting is performed perpendicular to the length of the
workpiece.
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3.106
cutting capacity
for any depth setting of the saw blade at 0° bevel position, the height of the highest saw blade
tooth tip above the table top
Note 101 to entry: For any depth setting of the saw blade, at bevel angles other than 0°, the height of the highest
saw blade tooth tip above the table top, but only the side of the tooth closest to the table is considered.
3.106.1
maximum cutting capacity
cutting capacity at the maximum depth setting of the saw blade and, unless otherwise
specified, at 0° bevel
3.107
D
maximum specified diameter of the saw blade
3.108
dadoing
non-through cutting operation performed with a saw blade using one or more cuts to produce
a rectangular sided slot in the workpiece
3.109
fence
device to position the workpiece and absorb the horizontal forces from the saw blade during the
cutting process
3.109.1
cross-cutting fence
fence that is designed to move parallel with the plane of the saw blade during the cutting
process or to position the workpiece for a table saw with sliding function
Note 101 to entry: Some cross-cutting fences have provisions to adjust the workpiece guiding face laterally and/or
have mitre angle capability.
3.109.2
rip fence
fence that has the workpiece guiding face parallel with the plane of the saw blade and that can
be set to a desired distance from the saw blade
3.110
fully down position
position of the saw unit after adjustment of the saw in accordance with 8.14.2 a) 105) and any
depth-of-cut stop as in 8.14.2 a) 107) disengaged or adjusted in order to produce the lowest
position of the saw unit
3.111
grooving
series of repeated non-through cuts of same or different depth and spacing from each other,
performed with an ordinary saw blade, to remove material for the purpose of creating a slot or
for shaping or bending the workpiece
Note 101 to entry: Grooving is also known as slotting or kerfing.
3.112
kerf width
distance between two parallel planes that are touching the opposing sides of at least three saw
blade tooth tips
3.113
kickback
sudden reaction to a pinched, jammed or misaligned workpiece with respect to the saw blade,
which causes the workpiece to be propelled by the saw blade
3.114
linked action
action of opening and closing of the guard related to the corresponding up and down movement
of the saw unit
3.115
mitre angle
angular displacement of the plane of the fence with respect to the cutting line, the position of
the saw blade plane that is perpendicular to the plane of the fence being the 0° mitre position
3.116
moulding head cutting
non-through cutting operation performed with a specially shaped cutting device which
produces a corresponding shape of the cutter on the bottom surface of the workpiece
Note 101 to entry: Moulding head cutting is also known as shaping.
Note 102 to entry: Moulding head cutting is predominantly used for decoration.
3.117
non-removable
welded, riveted or secured utilizing non-standard simple fasteners and not removable with
ordinary household tools, such as slotted or Philips-tip screwdrivers and/or simple wrenches
3.118
non-through cutting
cutting operation where the cutting device does not protrude beyond the thickness of the
workpiece
3.119
plowing
non-through cutting operation performed by moving a workpiece over an ordinary saw blade
in bench saw mode utilizing a special fence that is not parallel with the cutting line of the saw
blade, and in very small increments increasing the depth of the cut after each pass to shave off
large, arcing surface areas
Note 101 to entry: Plowing is also known as cove cutting.
3.120
plunge cutting
non-through cutting operation starting at a location other than the edge of a workpiece
Note 101 to entry: The cut is typically performed by first securing the workpiece over the stationary saw blade
lowered below the table top and then by slowly raising the rotating saw blade into the workpiece. The saw blade can
be raised to fully cut through the thickness of the workpiece before the workpiece is advanced by guiding it with a
rip fence or cross-cutting fence.
3.121
rabbeting
non-through cutting operation creating a rectangular notch in the edge of a workpiece where
the notch is cut by two non-through cuts perpendicular to each other, performed with an ordinary
saw blade on the side and the bottom edge of the workpiece
Note 101 to entry: Rabbeting is also known as rebating.

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3.122
resawing
combination of two non-through cuts performed with an ordinary saw blade in the same plane
but on opposite sides of a workpiece that result in reducing the thickness of the workpiece
3.123
riving knife
device located behind and in the plane of the saw blade, within the cutting capacity of the saw
blade and in a fixed proximity to the saw blade through an entire depth of cut and bevel angle
operating range of the saw blade, with an intended function to reduce the risk of saw blade
pinching and binding
3.123.1
adjustable extended riving knife
device designed to function at least in one position as an extended riving knife and in a second
position as a riving knife
3.123.2
extended riving knife
device identical to a riving knife except it extends above the maximum cutting capacity of
the saw blade to allow the mounting of a saw blade guard, an anti-kickback device or both
3.123.3
fixed extended riving knife
extended riving knife that is fixed in position
3.124
rip cutting
cutting operation performed utilizing a rip fence to guide the workpiece
Note 101 to entry: For natural wood, rip cutting is performed predominantly in a parallel direction with the grain of
the wood; for engineered materials, rip cutting is performed parallel with the length of the workpiece.
3.125
saw unit
device with an affixed saw blade, capable of performing a cutting action
3.126
saw blade guard
device designed to minimize inadvertent contact of the blade, being either a top guard or a
lower guard
3.126.1
lower guard
movable self-closing and blade-covering saw blade guard in mitre saw mode
Note 101 to entry: The lower guard covers the saw blade below the table top in bench saw mode.
3.126.2
over-arm saw blade guard
saw blade guard suspended from a device above the table top in bench saw mode such that
the mounting structure for the saw blade guard is not in the workable range of the table top
plane
3.126.3
top guard
saw blade guard mounted above the table top in bench saw mode such that a workpiece will
pass between the mounted device and the table top

3.127
table top
horizontal surface that is in contact with and supports the workpiece
3.128
tapered cut
cut performed utilizing a fixture to hold the workpiece such that the straight edge of the
workpiece is not parallel with the cutting line of the saw blade
Note 101 to entry: The fixture is guided by the rip fence.
3.129
through cutting
cutting operation where the saw blade protrudes beyond the thickness of the workpiece
3.130
zero clearance table insert
table insert that is manufactured without any slot for the saw blade, with the intention that the
slot in the table insert will be cut after installation in the saw by the actual saw blade installed
in the saw
4 General requirements
IEC 62841-1:2014, Clause 4 is applicable, except as follows:
Addition:
4.101 Throughout the remaining part of this document, unless otherwise explicitly stated,
whenever a requirement or a reference is made to
– "saw blade":
this shall equally apply to any "saw blade" as specified in accordance with 8.14.2 a);
– "force" as multiple of D:
the force shall be measured in N and the saw blade diameter D shall be measured in mm;
– "riving knife":
this shall equally apply to "extended riving knife", but not vice versa.
This terminology rule does not apply to "riving knife position", i.e. the "riving knife position"
cannot be substituted with an "extended riving knife position".
5 General conditions for the tests
IEC 62841-1:2014, Clause 5 is applicable.
6 Radiation, toxicity and similar hazards
IEC 62841-1:2014, Clause 6 is applicable.
7 Classification
IEC 62841-1:2014, Clause 7 is applicable.

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8 Marking and instructions
IEC 62841-1:2014, Clause 8 is applicable, except as follows:
8.1 Addition:
Combined mitre and bench saws shall be marked with:
– maximum saw blade diameter and minimum saw blade diameter;
– rated no-load speed;
– the maximum cutting capacity for bench sawing operation;
– saw blade bore diameter.
If the top guard in bench saw mode is made of non-transparent material, an indication of the
cutting line in alignment with the plane of the saw blade shall be marked on the top guard.
8.3 Addition:
The direction of rotation of the saw blade shall be indicated on a fixed part of the saw in the
vicinity of the spindle axis by an arrow raised or sunk, which is visible when changing the saw
blade, or by any other means not less visible and indelible.
Where the tool is designed to operate at more than one spindle speed, the selected speed shall
be indicated on the tool at the selecting device (e.g. variable speed control dial provided with
numerical speed settings).
8.3.101 The riving knife shall be permanently marked, e.g. by engraving, stamping or etching,
with its thickness and with the saw blade diameter D, saw blade body thicknesses, and kerf
widths that can be used with this riving knife.
Compliance is checked by inspection.
8.14.1 Addition:
The additional safety instructions as specified in 8.14.1.101 to 8.14.1.103 shall be given. This
part may be printed separately from the "General Power Tool Safety Warnings".
8.14.1.101 Safety instructions for combined mitre and bench saws
a) Combined mitre and bench saws are intended to cut wood or wood-like products, they
cannot be used with abrasive cut-off wheels for cutting ferrous material such as bars,
rods, studs, etc. Abrasive dust causes moving parts such as the lower guard to jam. Sparks
from abrasive cutting will burn the lower guard, the kerf insert and other plastic parts.
b) Keep guards in place. Guards must be in working order and be properly mounted,
especially after a mode change. A guard that is loose, damaged, or is not functioning
correctly must be repaired or replaced.
c) Do not use the saw until the table is clear of all tools, wood scraps, etc., except for
the workpiece. Small debris or loose pieces of wood or other objects that contact the
revolving blade can be thrown with high speed.
d) Cut only one workpiece at a time. Stacked multiple workpieces cannot be adequately
clamped or braced and may bind on the blade or shift during cutting.
e) The cut-off piece must not be jammed or pressed by any means against the spinning
saw blade. If confined, for example using length stops, the cut-off piece could get wedged
against the blade and thrown violently.
f) Turn off the 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 machine is left unattended. Precautionary
measures will avoid accidents.
NOTE 101 If an anti-kickback device is not provided, the phrase "anti-kickback device" is omitted in item f)
above.
NOTE 102 At the manufacturer's discretion, it is possible to replace the term "anti-kickback device" by an
appropriate term such as "anti-kickback pawls" or "anti-kickback rollers" in item f) above.
g) Never leave the saw running unattended. Turn it off and do not leave the tool until it
comes to a complete stop. An unattended running saw is an uncontrolled hazard.
h) Mount or place the saw in a well-lit and level area where you can maintain good footing
and balance. It should be installed in an area with firm work surface that provides
enough room to easily handle the size of your workpiece. Cramped, dark areas, and
uneven slippery floors invite accidents. A level and firm work surface reduces the risk of the
saw becoming unstable.
i) Frequently clean and remove sawdust from under the saw table and/or the dust
collection device. Accumulated sawdust is combustible and may self-ignite.
j) The saw must be secured. A saw that is not properly secured may move or tip over.
k) Always 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.
l) Never 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.
m) Never stand on the saw, do not use it as a stepping stool. Serious injury could occur if
the tool is tipped or if the cutting tool is accidentally contacted.
n) Make 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 saw. Improper saw blade
installation or use of accessories not recommended may cause serious injury.
o) Keep 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 minimize
binding, stalling and kickback.
8.14.1.102 Safety instructions for mitre saw mode
a) Use clamps to support the workpiece whenever possible. If supporting the workpiece
by hand, you must always keep your hand at least 100 mm from either side of the saw
blade. Do not use this saw to cut pieces that are too small to be securely clamped or
held by hand. If your hand is placed too close to the saw blade, there is an increased risk
of injury from blade contact.
b) The workpiece must be stationary and clamped or held against both the fence and the
table. Do not feed the workpiece into the blade or cut "freehand" in any way.
Unrestrained or moving workpieces could be thrown at high speeds, causing injury.
c) Push the saw through the workpiece. Do not pull the saw through the workpiece. To
make a cut, raise the saw head and pull it out over the workpiece without cutting, start
the motor, press the saw head down and push the saw through the workpiece. Cutting
on the pull stroke is likely to cause the saw blade to climb on top of the workpiece and
violently throw the blade assembly towards the operator.
d) Never cross your hand over the intended line of cutting either in front of or behind
the saw blade. Supporting the workpiece "cross handed", which means holding the
workpiece to the right of the saw blade with your left hand or vice versa, is very dangerous.
e) Do not reach behind the fence with either hand closer than 100 mm from either side
of the saw blade, to remove wood scraps, or for any other reason while the blade is
spinning. The proximity of the spinning saw blade to your hand may not be obvious and
you may be seriously injured.
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f) Inspect your workpiece before cutting. If the workpiece is bowed or warped, clamp it
with the outside bowed face toward the fence. Always make certain that there is no
gap between the workpiece, fence and table along the line of the cut. Bent or warped
workpieces can twist or shift and may cause binding on the spinning saw blade while cutting.
There should be no nails or foreign objects in the workpiece.
g) Plan your work. Every time you change the bevel or mitre angle setting, make sure
the adjustable fence is set correctly to support the workpiece and will not interfere
with the blade or the guarding system. Without turning the tool "ON" and with no
workpiece on the table, move the saw blade through a complete simulated cut to assure
there will be no interference or danger of cutting the fence.
NOTE 101 The phrase "bevel or" does not apply for saws without bevel adjustment in item g) above.
h) Provide adequate support such as table extensions, saw horses, etc. for a workpiece
that is wider or longer than the table top. Workpieces longer or wider than the table top
can tip if not securely supported. If the cut-off piece or workpiece tips, it can lift the lower
guard or be thrown by the spinning blade.
i) Do not use another person as a substitute for a table extension or as additional
support. Unstable support for the workpiece can cause the blade to bind or the workpiece
to shift during the cutting operation, pulling you and the helper into the spinning blade.
j) Always use a clamp or a fixture designed to properly support round material such as
rods or tubing. Rods have a tendency to roll while being cut, causing the blade to "bite"
and pull the work with your hand into the blade.
k) Let the blade reach full speed before contacting the workpiece. This will reduce the risk
of the workpiece being thrown.
l) If the workpiece or blade becomes jammed, turn the saw off. Wait for all moving parts
to stop and disconnect the plug from the power source and/or remove the battery
pack. Then work to free the jammed material. Continued sawing with a jammed workpiece
could cause loss of control or damage to the saw.
m) After finishing the cut, release the switch, hold the saw head down and wait for the
blade to stop before removing the cut-off piece. Reaching with your hand near the
coasting blade is dangerous.
n) Hold the handle firmly when making an incomplete cut or when releasing the switch
before the saw head is completely in the down position. The braking action of the saw
may cause the saw head to be suddenly pulled downward, causing a risk of injury.
NOTE 102 The warning in item n) above applies only for saws with a brake system.
8.14.1.103 Safety instructions for bench saw mode
1) Guarding related warnings
a) Always use saw blade guard, riving knife and anti-kickback device for every
through–cutting operation. For through-cutting operations where the saw blade cuts
completely through the thickness of the workpiece, the guar
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