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2) Check the operation of the lower guard
spring. If the guard and the spring are not
operating properly, they must be serviced
before use.
Lower guard may operate sluggishly due to
damaged parts, gummy deposits, or a build-
up of debris.
3) Lower guard should be retracted manual-
ly only for special cuts such as “plunge
cuts” and “compound cuts.” Raise lower
guard by retracting handle and as soon
as blade enters the material, the lower
guard must be released.
For all other sawing, the lower guard should
operate automatically.
4) Always observe that the lower guard is
covering the blade before placing saw
down on bench or floor.
An unprotected, coasting blade will cause
the saw to walk backwards, cutting whatever
is in its path. Be aware of the time it takes for
the blade to stop after switch is released.
5) Do not use any abrasive wheels.
6) Wear a dust mask, if the work causes
dust.
7) Use saw blades recommended by Manu-
facture.
8) Wear ear protectors when using the tool for
extended periods.
9) The risk of kickback increases as the bat-
tery pack discharges.
10) Be sure to inspect material. Avoid cutting
other different material.
11) Be careful not to drop the tool.
12) Never swing the tool.
13) Never cover the ventilation slots, and keep
them free from dust or other material.
14) Do not clamp the tool in a vise. Never cut
with the tool held upside down in a vise.
This is extremely dangerous and can lead
to serious accidents.
15) Never wear knitted gloves.
16) Be sure no one is below when using the
tool in high locations.
17) Do not touch the blade immediately after
operation. It may be hot and could burn
your skin.
18) Do not touch material after it has been cut.
Cut material may be very hot.
19) Do not use cutting oil. This use of cutting
oil may cause a fire.
20) Do not cut workpieces covered or stained
with gas, oil, solvents, thinners, etc.
Exposure to these materials may damage
the transparent guard.
21) Do not remove the transparent and lower
guards. If the transparent and lower guards
is damaged or missing, return tool to
authorized service center for replacement.
22) Do not start the blade when in contact
with workpiece. Wait for blade to reach full
speed before beginning cut.
Symbol
Symbol
Meaning
V
Volts
Direct current
n
0
No load speed
··· min
-1
Revolutions or
reciprocations
A
Amperes
To reduce the risk of
injury, user must read and
understand instruction
manual.
For indoor use only.
WARNING
• Do not use other than the Panasonic battery
packs that are designed for use with this
rechargeable tool.
• Panasonic is not responsible for any dam-
age or accident caused by the use of the
recycled battery pack and the counterfeit
battery pack.
• Do not dispose of the battery pack in a fire,
or expose it to excessive heat.
• Do not drive the likes of nails into the bat-
tery pack, subject it to shocks, dismantle it, or
attempt to modify it.
• Do not allow metal objects to touch the bat-
tery pack terminals.
• Do not carry or store the battery pack in
the same container as nails or similar metal
objects.
• Do not charge the battery pack in a high-
temperature location, such as next to a fire or
in direct sunlight. Otherwise, the battery may
overheat, catch fire, or explode.
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