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15. DO NOT OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. Wear oil-resistant rubber-soled foot-
wear. Keep the floor clear of oil, scrap, and other debris.
16. MAINTAIN TOOLS PROPERLY. ALWAYS keep tools clean and in good working order. Follow instruc-
tions for lubricating and changing accessories.
17. CHECK FOR DAMAGED PARTS. Check for alignment of moving parts, jamming, breakage, improper
mounting, or any other conditions that may affect the tool’s operation. Any part that is damaged should be properly
repaired or replaced before use.
18. MAKE THE WORKSHOP CHILDPROOF. Use padlocks and master switches and ALWAYS remove start-
er keys.
19. DO NOT operate the tool if you are under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or medication that may affect your
ability to properly use the tool.
20. USE SAFETY GOGGLES AT ALL TIMES that comply with ANSI Z87.1. Normal safety glasses only have
impact resistant lenses and are not designed for safety. Wear a face or dust mask when working in a dusty environ-
ment. Use ear protection such as plugs or muffs during extended periods of operation.
GENERAL SAFETY RULES
WARNING: Do not operate this tool until it is completely assembled according to the instructions.
1. Wait for the blade to stop before setting the tool down. An exposed rotating cutter may engage the surface, lead-
ing to possible loss of control and serious injury.
2. Hold the power tool by insulated gripping surfaces only in case the cutter contacts its own cord. Cutting a “live”
wire may make exposed metal parts of the tool “live” and could give the operator an electric shock.
3. Secure the workpiece to a stable platform using clamps or another practical method. Holding the work by hand
or against the body leaves it unstable and may lead to a loss of control.
4. Secure the material being cut. Never hold it in your hand or across your legs. Small workpieces must be adequate-
ly secured. Unstable support causes the blades to bind, resulting in a loss of control and possible injury.
5. Always start the saw before the blade is in contact with the workpiece. Let the blade reach full speed before using
the tool. The saw can vibrate or chatter and possibly kickback if the cutting speed is too slow.
6. Check the workpiece for nails. If there are nails, either remove them or set them well below intended finished
surface. If the saw blades strike objects like nails it may cause serious personal injury from kickback. Saw blades that
can handle nails are available on the market; just make sure to check the specifications of the blade.
7. Unplug the saw before changing accessories. Accidental start-ups may occur if the saw is plugged in during an ac-
cessory change. Before plugging the tool back in, check that the trigger lock is OFF.
8. Keep handles and hands dry, clean and free from oil and grease. Slippery surfaces cannot safely maintain control
of the power tool. Always hold the tool firmly with both hands for maximum control.
SPECIFIC RULES FOR RECIPROCATING SAWS
