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SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES
Hold tool by insulated gripping surfaces when performing an operation where the cutting tool may contact
hidden wiring.
Contact with a "live" wire will make exposed metal parts of the tool "live" and shock the operator.
ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES
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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.
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Secure work. Use clamps or a vise to hold work
when practical. It is safer than using your hand and
frees both hands to operate tool.
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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 16 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.
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
CORDLESS TOOL RULES
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Cordless tools do not have to be plugged into an
electrical outlet; therefore, they are always in
operating condition. Be aware of possible haz-
ards when not using your cordless tool or when
changing accessories.
Following this rule will re-
duce the risk of electric shock, fire, or serious per-
sonal injury.
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Do not place cordless tools or their batteries
near fire or heat.
This will reduce the risk of explo-
sion and possibly injury.
WARNING:
Batteries vent hydrogen gas and can explode in the
presence of a source of ignition, such as a pilot light.
To reduce the risk of serious personal injury, never
use any cordless product in the presence of open
flame. An exploded battery can propel debris and
chemical. If exposed, flush with water immediately.
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Do not charge cordless tool in a damp or wet
location.
Following this rule will reduce the risk of
electric shock.
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For best results, your cordless tool should be
charged in a location where the temperature is
more than 50
°
F but less than 100
°
F. Do not store
outside or in vehicles.
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Under extreme usage or temperature conditions,
battery leakage may occur. If liquid comes in
contact with your skin, wash immediately with
soap and water, then neutralize with lemon juice
or vinegar. If liquid gets into your eyes, flush
them with clean water for at least 10 minutes,
then seek immediate medical attention.
Following
this rule will reduce the risk of serious personal injury.
SERVICE
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Tool service must be performed only by quali-
fied repair personnel.
Service or maintenance per-
formed by unqualified personnel could result in a risk
of injury.
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When servicing a tool, use only identical replace-
ment parts. Follow instructions in the Mainte-
nance section of this manual.
Use of unauthorized
parts or failure to follow Maintenance Instructions
may create a risk of shock or injury.