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Intended use
Your BLACK+DECKER BES700, BES710 sliding compound
mitre saw has been designed for sawing wood, plastic
and nonferrous metal only. This tool is intended for non
professional users.
Safety instructions
General power tool safety warnings
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Warning! Read all safety warnings, instructions,
illustrations and speci fi cations provided with
power tool. Failure to follow the warnings and
instructions listed below may result in electric
shock,
fi re and/or serious injury.
Save all warnings and instructions for future reference.
The term "power tool" in all of the warnings listed below
refers to your mains operated (corded) power tool or battery
operated (cordless) power tool.
1. Work area safety
a. Keep work area clean and well lit.
Cluttered or dark
areas invite accidents.
b. Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres,
such as in the presence of fl ammable liquids, gases
or dust. Power tools create sparks which may ignite the
dust or fumes.
c. Keep children and bystanders away while operating
a power tool. Distractions can cause you to lose control.
2. Electrical safety
a. Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never modify
the plug in any way. Do not use any adapter plugs
with earthed (grounded) power tools.
Unmodi fi ed plugs
and matching outlets will reduce risk of electric shock.