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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Warning: When using this jigsaw, basic safety
precautions, including the following should be
observed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock
and personal injury. Make sure that you have read
all of these instructions before using the jigsaw.
Keep this user guide in a safe place for future
reference.
KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN -
Cluttered work areas invite
accidents and injuries.
CONSIDER WORK AREA ENVIRONMENT -
Do not expose power
tools to rain. Do not use power tools in damp, or wet locations.
Keep work area well lit. Never use power tools where there is a risk
of fire, or explosion.
KEEP CHILDREN AWAY -
Do not allow children to touch the tools.
Visitors should be kept away from the work area.
STORE IDLE TOOLS -
When not in use, all tools should be stored
in a dry, secure place out of the reach of children.
DO NOT FORCE THE TOOL -
It will perform better and more
safely at the level for which it was designed.
USE THE RIGHT TOOL -
Do not force small tools to do the job of
a heavy duty tool, or use for purposes for which they were not
intended.
DRESS PROPERLY -
Do not wear loose clothing, or jewellery that
can be caught in moving parts. Tie back long hair.
SAFETY GLASSES -
Use safety glasses, and if appropriate, use dust
masks.
PROTECT YOUR EARS -
Wear ear protectors.
DO NOT OVERREACH -
Keep proper footing and balance at all
times.
SECURE THE WORK -
Use clamps, or vices to hold the
workpiece. It is safer and it frees both hands to operate the tool.
MAINTAIN YOUR TOOLS -
Keep the accessories sharp and clean.
Keep all handles and grips dry and clean.
DISCONNECT TOOLS -
Disconnect all tools from the mains
supply when not in use, or when making adjustments etc.
REPAIRS -
Have the tool repaired by a qualified person.
STAY ALERT -
Watch what you are doing. Use common sense and
caution. Never operate tools when you are tired.
DO NOT ABUSE THE MAINS LEAD -
Never carry the tool by the
mains lead, or pull it to disconnect it from the mains socket. Keep
the mains lead away from heat, oil and sharp edges.
AVOID UNINTENTIONAL STARTING -
Never carry a plugged in
tool with a finger on the switch and ensure that the tool is switched
off when plugging in to the mains supply.
