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3) Personal safety
a) Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when
operating a power tool. Do not use a power tool while you are tired
or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment of
inattention while operating power tools may result in serious personal
injury.
b) Use personal protective equipment. Always wear eye protection.
Protective equipment such as dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat,
or hearing protection used for appropriate conditions will reduce personal
injuries.
c) Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is in the off-position
before connecting to power source and/or battery pack, picking up or
carrying the tool. Carrying power tools with your finger on the switch or
energising power tools that have the switch on invites accidents.
d) Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning the power tool
on. A wrench or a key left attached to a rotating part of the power tool may
result in personal injury.
e) Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. This
enables better control of the power tool in unexpected situations.
f) Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery. Keep your
hair, clothing and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes,
jewellery or long hair can be caught in moving parts.
g) If devices are provided for the connection of dust extraction and
collection facilities, ensure these are connected and properly used.
Use of dust collection can reduce dust-related hazards.
4) Power tool use and care
a) Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power tool for your
application. The correct power tool will do the job better and safer at the
rate for which it was designed.
b) Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn it on and off.
Any power tool that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and
must be repaired.
c) Disconnect the plug from the power source and/or the battery pack
from the power tool before making any adjustments, changing
accessories, or storing power tools. Such preventive safety measures
reduce the risk of starting the power tool accidentally.
d) Store idle power tools out of the reach of children and do not allow
persons unfamiliar with the power tool or these instructions to
operate the power tool. Power tools are dangerous in the hands of
untrained users.
e) Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment or binding of moving
parts, breakage of parts and any other condition that may affect the
power tool’s operation. If damaged, have the power tool repaired
before use. Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained power tools.
f) Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained cutting tools
with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control.
g) Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc. in accordance with
these instructions, taking into account the working conditions and the
work to be performed. Use of the power tool for operations different from
those intended could result in a hazardous situation.
5) Battery tool use and care
a) Recharge only with the charger specified by the manufacturer. A
charger that is suitable for one type of battery pack may create a risk of
fire when used with another battery pack.
b) Use power tools only with specifically designated battery packs. Use
of any other battery packs may create a risk of injury and fire.
c) When battery pack is not in use, keep it away from other metal
objects, like paper clips, coins, keys, nails, screws or other small
metal objects that can make a connection from one terminal to
another. Shorting the battery terminals together may cause burns or a fire.
d) Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected from the battery;
avoid contact. If contact occurs, flush with water. If liquid contacts
eyes, additionally seek medical help. Liquid ejected from the battery may
cause irritation or burns.
6) 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.
Additional Safety Rules for
Reciprocating Saws
WARNING!
• Hold 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.
• This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children)
with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience
and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction
concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
• Recommendations for the use of a residual current device with a
rated residual current of 30mA or less.
• Wear a safety helmet, safety glasses and/or face shield. It is also highly
recommended that you wear a dust mask, ear protection and padded
gloves.
• Check the blade carefully for cracks or damage prior to operation.
Replace cracked or damaged blades immediately.
• Hold the tool firmly during operation. Always hold the adjustable pivoting
shoe firmly against the work piece.
• Ensure no one is below you when using the tool in elevated
conditions.
• Do not point the tool at anyone in the immediate vicinity.
a) Ensure that lighting is adequate
b) Keep the area free of tripping hazards
c) Never saw near combustible liquids or gases
d) Check for hidden wiring and pipes before sawing
e) Use recommended blades only
f) Blades must be sharp and not cracked or distorted
g) Before starting work, inspect the workpiece and remove all embedded
objects such as nails, screws etc
h) Support and secure the workpiece correctly
i) When cutting cylindrical wood, use clamps that prevent the workpiece
from turning
j) Use the insulated handles when operating power tools. This protects the
operator if the tool accidentally cuts through hidden electrical wiring,
causing the tool to become ‘live’
k) Always stand to one side when operating the saw
l) Do not use your hands to remove sawdust, chips or waste close to the
blade
m) Never reach over the blade to remove waste or off-cuts
n) Do not attempt to free a jammed blade until the machine has been
disconnected from the power
o) Do not attempt to slow or stop a blade with any object. Let the blade come
to rest naturally
p) If you are interrupted when operating the saw, complete the process and
switch off before looking up
q) Periodically check the tool for loose nuts, bolts and tighten as necessary
Battery Charger Safety
Use the battery charger correctly
• Refer to the section of this manual relating to use of the battery charger
before attempting to charge the battery.
• Do not attempt to use the charger with any batteries other than those
supplied. Keep your battery charger clean; foreign objects or dirt may
cause a short or block air vents. Failure to follow these instructions may
cause overheating or fire
• If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its
service agent or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard
Warning: Do not recharge non-rechargeable batteries
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