DeWalt DW311 - Reciprocating Saw Operation and Safety; Specific Safety Instructions; Residual Risks and Electrical Safety

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Package Contents
The package contains:
1 Reciprocating sabre saw
1 General purpose saw blade
1 Kitbox (K-models only)
1 Instruction manual
Electrical Safety
The electric motor has been designed for one voltage only.
Always check that the power supply corresponds to the voltage
on the ratingplate.
Your
DeWALT
tool is double insulated in accordance
with EN62841; therefore no earth wire isrequired.
If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced only by
DeWALT
or an authorised serviceorganisation.
Mains Plug Replacement
(U.K.& Ireland Only)
If a new mains plug needs to be fitted:
• Safely dispose of the oldplug.
• Connect the brown lead to the live terminal in theplug.
• Connect the blue lead to the neutralterminal.

WARNING: No connection is to be made to the
earthterminal.
Follow the fitting instructions supplied with good quality plugs.
Recommended fuse: 13A.
Using an Extension Cable
If an extension cable is required, use an approved 3–core
extension cable suitable for the power input of this tool (see
Technical Data).The minimum conductor size is 1.5mm
2
; the
maximum length is 30m.
When using a cable reel, always unwind the cablecompletely.
Residual Risks

WARNING: We recommend the use of a residual current
device with a residual current rating of 30mA orless.
In spite of the application of the relevant safety regulations
and the implementation of safety devices, certain residual risks
cannot be avoided. These are:
• Impairment ofhearing.
• Risk of personal injury due to flyingparticles.
• Risk of burns due to accessories becoming hot
duringoperation.
• Risk of personal injury due to prolongeduse.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Checking and Changing the Saw Blade
• Only use saw blades conforming to the specifications
contained in these operatinginstructions.
• Only sharp saw blades in perfect working condition should
be used; cracked or bent saw blades should be discarded and
replaced atonce.
• Ensure that the saw blade is securelyfixed.
Additional Safety Instructions for
Reciprocating Sabre Saws
• ALWAYS wear a dust mask. Exposure to dust particles can
cause breathing difficulty and possibleinjury.
• Never switch on the tool when the saw blade is jammed in
the workpiece or in contact with thematerial.
• Keep hands away from moving parts. Never place your
hands near the cuttingarea.
• Use extra caution when cutting overhead and pay
particular attention to overhead wires which may be
hidden from view. Anticipate the path of falling branches
and debris ahead oftime.
• Do not operate this tool for long periods of time.
Vibration caused by the operating action of this tool may
cause permanent injury to fingers, hands, and arms. Use
gloves to provide extra cushion, take frequent rest periods, and
limit daily time ofuse.
Switching On and Off
• After switching off, never attempt to stop the saw blade with
yourfingers.
• Never put the saw down on a table or work bench unless
switched off. The saw blade will keep running briefly after the
tool has been switchedoff.
When Sawing
• When using saw blades specially designed for cutting wood
remove all nails and metal objects from the workpiece before
startingwork.
• Wherever possible, use clamps and vices to fasten the
workpiecesecurely.
• Do not attempt to saw extremely smallworkpieces.
• Do not bend too far forward. Make sure that you always stand
firmly, particularly on scaffolding andladders.
• Always hold the saw with bothhands.
• For cutting curves and pockets, use an adapted sawblade.
Safety Instructions for Reciprocating Saws
• Hold the power tool by insulated gripping surfaces,
when performing an operation where the cutting
accessory may contact hidden wiring or its own cord.
Cutting accessory contacting a "live" wire may make exposed
metal parts of the power tool "live" and could give the operator
an electricshock.
• Use clamps or another practical way to secure and
support the workpiece to a stable platform. Holding the
workpiece by hand or against your body leaves it unstable and
may lead to loss ofcontrol.
h ) Keep handles and grasping surfaces dry, clean and
free from oil and grease. Slippery handles and grasping
surfaces do not allow for safe handling and control of the
tool in unexpectedsituations.
5) Service
a ) Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair
person using only identical replacement parts. This
will ensure that the safety of the power tool ismaintained.