e) Connect the charger only to a socket with an earth. Ensure that the mains voltage matches the
specifications on the charger rating plate. Risk of electric shock.
f) Disconnect the charger from the mains before closing or opening connection to the battery /
power tool / device.
g) Keep the charger clean and away from wet and rain. Do not use the charger outdoors. Dirt and
the entry of water increase the risk of electric shock.
h) Operate the charger only with the appropriate original batteries. Charging other batteries may
result in injuries and risk of fire.
I) Avoid mechanical damage to the charger. This can result in internal short circuits.
j) Do not operate the charger on a combustible surface (e.g. paper, textiles). Risk of fire due to
heating during charging.
k) If the power cable for this equipment is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, a
customer service agent of the same or a similarly qualified person in order to prevent hazards.
l) The battery of the appliance is not fully charged at the time of delivery. It therefore needs to be
fully recharged before you use it for the first time. For the first recharge cycle we recommend that
you charge the battery for about 1 hour. Slot the battery into the base and plug the battery charger
into a mains outlet.
m) When the battery is fully charged, unplug the charger from the mains and from the appliance.
Charging time is approx. 1
hour.
n) Do not charge the battery continuously since this may damage the battery cells.
Note: Repeatedly charging small capacities may damage the battery cells. Recharge the battery
only if the appliance is becoming slow.
o) Do not use the charger to charge non-rechargeable batteries.
Even if properly operating and handling this electric tool, some residual risks will remain. Due to its
construction and build, this electric tool may present the following hazards:
RESIDUAL RISKS
During operation, this electric tool generates an electromagnetic field which, under
certain circumstances, may impair the functionality of active or passive medical
implants. To reduce the risk of serious or lethal injuries, we recommend that persons
with medical implants consult their doctor and the manufacturer of their medical
implant before operating the machine.
WARNING
a) Cuts
b) Ear damage if working without ear protection.
c) Damage to your health caused by swinging your hands and arms when operating the appliance
for longer periods of time or if the unit is not held or maintained properly.
1. Hold the power tool by insulated gripping
surfaces, when performing an operation where the
cutting accessory may contact hidden wiring or its own cord. Cutting accessory contacting a"live".
wire may make exposed metal parts of the...power tool "live" and could give the operator an
electric shock.
2. Use clamps or another practical way to secure and support the workpiece to a stable platform.
Holding the workpiece by hand or against your body leaves it unstable and may lead to loss of
control.
3. Always use safety glasses or goggles. Ordinary eye or sun glasses are NOT safety glasses.
4. Avoid cutting nails. Inspect workpiece for any nails and remove them before operation.
5. Do not cut oversize workpiece.
6. Check for the proper clearance beyond the workpiece before cutting so that the blade will not
strike the floor, workbench, etc.
RECIPRO SAW SAFETY WARNINGS
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