Page 5
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
■
Do not abuse cord. Never carry tool by cord or yank
it to disconnect from receptacle. Keep cord from
heat, oil and sharp edges. Following this rule will
reduce the risk of electric shock or fire.
■
Inspect for and remove all foreign objects from
workpiece before cutting. Following this rule will
reduce the risk of serious personal injury.
■
Make sure your extension cord is in good condi-
tion. When using an extension cord, be sure to use one
heavy enough to carry the current your product will
draw. A wire gage size (A.W.G.) of at least 12 is
recommended for an extension cord 100 feet or less in
length. A cord exceeding 100 feet is not recommended.
If in doubt, use the next heavier gage. The smaller the
gage number, the heavier the cord. An undersized cord
will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of power
and overheating.
■
Drugs, Alcohol, Medication. Do not operate tool
while under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or any
medication. Following this rule will reduce the risk of
electric shock, fire, or serious injury.
■
Keep hands away from cutting area. Following this
rule will reduce the risk of serious personal injury.
■
Save these instructions. Refer to them frequently
and use them to instruct others who may use this tool.
If you loan someone this tool, loan them these instruc-
tions also.
WARNING:
Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding,
drilling, and other construction activities contains
chemicals known to cause cancer, birth defects or
other reproductive harm. Some examples of these
chemicals are:
• lead from lead-based paints,
• crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other
masonry products, and
• arsenic and chromium from chemically-treated
lumber.
Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on
how often you do this type of work. To reduce your
exposure to these chemicals: work in a well ventilated
area, and work with approved safety equipment, such
as those dust masks that are specially designed to filter
out microscopic particles.
GENERAL SAFETY RULES
■
Use only accessories that are recommended by the
manufacturer for your model. Accessories that may
be suitable for one tool, may become hazardous when
used on another tool.
Service
■
Tool service must be performed only by qualified
repair personnel. Service or maintenance performed
by unqualified personnel could result in a risk of injury.
■
When servicing a tool, use only identical replace-
ment parts. Follow instructions in the Maintenance
section of this manual. Use of unauthorized parts or
failure to follow Maintenance Instructions may create
a risk of electric shock or injury.
Specific Safety Rules for Reciprocating Saws
■
Hold tool by insulated gripping surfaces when
performing an operation where the cutting tool may
contact hidden wiring or its own cord. Contact with
a “live” wire will make exposed metal parts of the tool
“live” and shock the operator.
Additional Rules for Safe Operation
■
Know your power tool. Read operator's manual
carefully. Learn its applications and limitations as well
as the specific potential hazards related to this tool.
Following this rule will reduce the risk of electric shock,
fire, or serious injury.
■
Always wear safety glasses with side shields.
Everyday eyeglasses have only impact resistant lenses;
they are NOT safety glasses.
■
Protect your lungs. Wear a face or dust mask if the
operation is dusty.
■
Protect your hearing. Wear hearing protection during
extended periods of operation.
■
Inspect tool cords periodically and if damaged, have
repaired at your nearest authorized service center. Stay
constantly aware of cord location.
■
Check damaged parts. Before further use of the tool,
a guard or other part that is damaged should be
carefully checked to determine that it will operate
properly and perform its intended function. Check for
alignment of moving parts, binding of moving parts,
breakage of parts, mounting, and any other conditions
that may affect its operation. A guard or other part that
is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced by
an authorized service center. Following this rule will
reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, or serious injury.
■
Keep the tool and its handle dry, clean, and free
from oil and grease. Always use a clean cloth when
cleaning. Never use brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum-
based products, or any strong solvents to clean your
tool.
