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• Never twist the band saw blade during cutting operation.
• Never use liquid coolants with portable band saws. Use of liquid
coolants will cause build-up on tires and reduce performance.
• If excessive vibration occurs during the cut, ensure that the
material being cut is is securely clamped down. If vibration
continues, change the band saw blade.
MAINTENANCE
WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal injury,
turn tool off and remove the battery pack before making any
adjustments or removing/installing attachments or accessories.
An accidental start-up can cause injury.
Lubrication
Self-lubricating bearings are used in the tool and periodic relubrication
is not required. In the unlikely event that service is ever needed, take
your tool to an authorized service location.
Cleaning
WARNING:
Blow dirt and dust out of all air vents with clean, dry air
at least once a week. To minimize the risk of eye injury, always wear
ANSI Z87.1 approved eye protection when performing this.
WARNING:
Never use solvents or other harsh chemicals for cleaning
the non-metallic parts of the tool. These chemicals may weaken the
plastic materials used in these parts. Use a cloth dampened only with
water and mild soap. Never let any liquid get inside the tool; never
immerse any part of the tool into a liquid.
CHARGER CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING:
Shock hazard. Disconnect the charger from the AC
outlet before cleaning. Dirt and grease may be removed from the
exterior of the charger using a cloth or soft non-metallic brush. Do not
use water or any cleaning solutions.
Accessories
WARNING:
Since accessories, other than those offered by D
e
WALT,
have not been tested with this product, use of such accessories with
this tool could be hazardous. To reduce the risk of injury, only D
e
WALT
recommended accessories should be used with this product.
Recommended accessories for use with your tool are available at
extra cost from your local dealer or authorized service center. If you
need assistance in locating any accessory, please contact D
e
WALT
Industrial Tool Co., 701 East Joppa Road, Towson, MD 21286, call
1-800-4-D
e
WALT (1-800-433-9258) or visit our website: www.dewalt.
com.
Repairs
The charger and battery pack are not serviceable.
WARNING:
To assure product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs,
maintenance and adjustment (including brush inspection and
replacement) should be performed by a D
e
WALT factory service
center or a D
e
WALT authorized service center. Always use identical
replacement parts.
Register Online
Thank you for your purchase. Register your product now for:
•
WARRANTY SERVICE:
Registering your product will help you
obtain more efficient warranty service in case there is a problem
with your product.
•
CONFIRMATION OF OWNERSHIP:
In case of an insurance
loss, such as fire, flood or theft, your registration of ownership will
serve as your proof of purchase.
•
FOR YOUR SAFETY:
Registering your product will allow us to
contact you in the unlikely event a safety notification is required
under the Federal Consumer Safety Act.
Register online at www.dewalt.com/register.
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