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TM 9-243 TYPES AND USES - Continued COMPASS SAW The compass saw is slightly larger than the keyhole saw. The teeth are so arranged that the blade can easily be turned for cutting curves or holes. As with the keyhole saw, the compass saw will vary in size depending on the design and purpose. HACKSAW The hacksaw is designed to cut almost any size or shape of metal object. The hacksaw uses two types of blades, hard and flexible. The type of blade used depends on the nature of the task. The blade is held to the saw frame by pins that fit into small holes at each end of the blade. Blade tension is adjusted by a screw and wingnut assembly at either the nose or the handle end of the frame. The hacksaw comes in various designs, de- pending on the purpose. SAFETY 1. Before using, inspect the tool. Do not use any dam- 5. Using clamps or vises, steady or secure any loose aged or broken saw. material to be cut. 2. Store all tools in their proper places when not being 6. Do not allow pointed or edged tools to lie around used. where they may injure someone. 3. Wear proper eye protection when using any saw. 7. Be careful not to allow the fingers or other parts of 4. Do not throw or drop any tools. If a saw is dropped, body to get in the line of cut. inspect immediately before reusing. 8. Do not use a tool for any purpose other than that for which it was designed. 46-4

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