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SKU 02811
REV 10/03
18.
Do not operate tool if under the influence of alcohol or drugs
. Read warning
labels on prescriptions to determine if your judgment or reflexes are impaired while
taking drugs. If there is any doubt, do not operate the tool.
19.
Use proper size and type extension cord
. If an extension cord is required for the
charger, it must be of the proper size and type to supply the correct current to the
charger without heating up. Otherwise, the extension cord could melt and catch fire, or
cause electrical damage to the charger. This charger requires use of an extension cord
with up to
10 amps
capability (up to 50 feet), with wire size rated at
16 AWG
. Longer
extension cords require larger size wire. If you are using the tool outdoors, use an
extension cord rated for outdoor use. (signified by “WA” on the jacket).
20.
Maintenance
. For your safety, service and maintenance should be performed
regularly by a qualified technician.
21.
Do not disable blade guard
. Do not saw without proper blade guard in place.
22.
Examine blade before using
. Before each use, examine blade for chips, cracks, or
other damage. Do not use if damaged.
23.
Do not use without first mounting saw to a workbench
.
24.
Check for tightness of all saw adjustments before using
.
25.
Keep hands away from moving saw blade
. If the workpiece to be cut is less than 4
inches long, do not hold with your hand, use a clamp. Do not remove jammed or cutoff
pieces until the saw blade has stopped and the battery is removed.
26.
Cut only the proper type of material
. Never cut ferrous metals or masonry.
Battery Safety Precautions
Note: Always switch to a fresh battery when tool performance begins to diminish.
Severe heat is most destructive to a
battery; the more heat generated, the faster the battery loses power. A battery that gets too hot can be permanently damaged. Never
over-discharge a battery by using the tool even after tool performance is decreasing. Never attempt to discharge a tool’s battery by
continuing to pull the tool trigger.
When tool performance begins to diminish, stop the tool, re-charge the battery and use the
fresh battery for optimal performance.
1.
Read all instructions and warnings on the battery before charging the battery.
2.
To avoid accidents, charge the supplied battery only. Do not use a different charger
with this battery. Charging room temperature: 50
0
F - 104
0
F.
3.
Do not expose the battery to rain or wet conditions.
4.
To avoid damage of cable and plug, never pull the cable to disconnect the charger.
5.
Do not use the charger if the cable or plug are damaged.
6.
Repairs should be carried out by a qualified technician.
7.
Do not touch the battery poles with any conductive source.
8.
Do not store the battery in a box with other metal objects.
9.
Properly recycle or dispose of Ni-Cd battery when it no longer recharges. Do not
throw the battery in a fire. Contact your local hazardous waste disposal authority for
proper disposal.
Note
: Performance of this tool may vary depending on variations in battery charge.
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