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14.
ALWAYS
wear proper apparel. loose clothing or jewellery may
get caught in moving parts. wear protective hair covering to
contain long hair.
15.
ALWAYS
use recommended accessories. the use of improper
accessories could be hazardous.
16.
ALWAYS
remove plug from electrical outlet when adjusting,
changing parts, or working on the machine.
17.
NEVER
operate machine while under the influence of drugs, alcohol or any medication.
18.
NEVER
leave machine running unattended. turn power off. Do
not leave the machine until it comes to a complete stop.
19.
NEVER
force the machine. it will do a better and safer job at
the rate for which it was designed.
20.
NEVER
use power tools in damp or wet locations or expose
them to rain. Keep your work area well illuminated. do not use
in explosive atmosphere (around paint, flammable liquids etc.).
Avoid dangerous environment.
Additional Precautions For Jig Saws
1.
ALWAYS
wear ear protectors/defenders as the noise level of this machine can exceed
85dB (A).
2.
ALWAYS
use the appropriate saw blade for the material being cut.
3.
ALWAYS
keep the mains cable well away from the machine and ensure an adequate
electrical supply is close at hand so that the operation is not restricted by the length of
the cable.
4.
ALWAYS
switch the machine OFF immediately the task is completed.
5.
ALWAYS
ensure the blade is fully tightened before use.
6.
ALWAYS
allow sufficient clearance beneath the work to ensure the blade does not
come into contact with the floor, table etc.
7.
NEVER
allow the ventilation slots in the machine to become blocked.
8.
DO NOT
cut hollow pipe and do not cut material above the specified thickness.
9.
DO NOT
cut through walls or cavities before checking for hidden electrical wires or
water pipes etc.
10.
DO NOT
remove tool from work until the blade has completely stopped.
11.
DO NOT
touch the blade immediately after use, allow time for it to cool.
12.
DO NOT
cut work less than at least twice the pitch of the saw blade. i.e. at least two
teeth must be in contact with the work at all times.
13.
DO NOT
use the machine if the electric cable, plug or motor is in poor condition.
14. When cutting wood, ensure all nails have been removed beforehand. Nails will damage
the wood saw blade.
15. When cutting metals, always use a cooling agent i.e. cutting/soluble oil.
16. Replacement blades for wood, plastic and steel are available from your CLARKE dealer.
(see Parts List, for details)
Additionally, please keep these instructions in a safe place for future reference.
Parts Diagram
Accessories
A wide range of accessories is available from your nearest CLARKE dealer, for further
information, contact your nearest dealer, or telephone CLARKE International Sales
department on 01992 565300.
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