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SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES
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Hold tool by insulated gripping surfaces when per-
forming 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 cutting
tool “live” and shock the operator.
ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES
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Know your power tool. Read operator’s manual care-
fully. 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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Always wear safety glasses. Everyday eyeglasses
have only impact-resistant lenses; they are NOT safety
glasses.
Following this rule will reduce the risk of serious
personal injury.
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Protect your lungs. Wear a face or dust mask if the
operation is dusty.
Following this rule will reduce the
risk of serious personal injury.
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Protect your hearing. Wear hearing protection during
extended periods of operation.
Following this rule will
reduce the risk of serious personal injury.
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Inspect tool cords periodically and, if damaged, have
repaired at your nearest Authorized Service Center.
Constantly stay aware of cord location.
Following this
rule will reduce the risk of electric shock or fire.
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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 shock, fire, or serious injury.
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Do not abuse cord. Never carry the tool by the cord
or yank it to disconnect it from the receptacle. Keep
cord away from heat, oil, and sharp edges.
Following
this rule will reduce the risk of electric shock or fire.
GENERAL SAFETY RULES
SERVICE
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Tool service must be performed only by qualified re-
pair personnel.
Service or maintenance performed by
unqualified personnel may result in a risk of injury.
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When servicing a tool, use only identical replacement
parts. Follow instructions in the Maintenance section
of this manual.
Use of unauthorized parts or failure to fol-
low Maintenance Instructions may create a risk of shock
or injury.
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Make sure your extension cord is in good condition.
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 14 is recom-
mended for an extension cord 50 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.
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Inspect for and remove all nails from lumber before
using this tool.
Following this rule will reduce the risk of
serious personal injury.
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Drugs, alcohol, medication. Do not operate tool while
under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or any medi-
cation.
Following this rule will reduce the risk of electric
shock, fire, or serious personal injury.
LASER GUIDE WARNINGS:
The laser guide radiation used in the Ryobi jig saw is
Class IIIa with maximum <5mW and 650nm wavelengths.
These lasers do not normally present an optical hazard
although staring at the beam may cause flash blindness.
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Caution:
Use of controls or adjustments or performances
of procedures other than those specified herein may result
in hazardous radiation exposure.
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Avoid
direct eye exposure when using the laser guide.
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The laser shall be used and maintained in accordance
with the manufacturer’s instructions.
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Never aim the beam at a person or object other than the
workpiece.
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Always ensure the laser beam is aimed at a sturdy
workpiece without reflective surfaces. Shiny reflective
sheet metal or similar shiny materials are not suitable for
laser use.
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All repairs should be made by an authorized service
representative or the laser manufacturer.
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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 instructions
also.
