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Charging the battery pack
NOTE:
Remove the battery pack from the charger after it has been fully charged.
NOTE:
Battery should be fully charged before first use.
NOTE:
Make sure the mains voltage is the same as rating label which is located on the
charger.
1. Connect the charger to a power supply. Red LED will light up.
2. To insert the battery pack into the charger, align the raised ribs of the battery pack with
the grooves of the charger then push it in. (Fig. E)
3. The red LED light of the charger will light up and then the green light flashes during
normal charging.
4. After charging is complete, the charger light will turn to a solid green light.
5. Once the battery is fully charged , depress the battery release button and then remove
the battery pack. (Fig. E)
Power indicator (Fig. F)
This Li-Ion battery pack is equipped with a power indicator which is used to show the battery
pack’s remaining charge. Press the power indicator button to check battery charge as picture
showed. The indicator will stay lit for approximately 4 seconds.
To obtain the best life from the battery
1. Never allow the battery to completely discharge before recharging. The battery pack
should be placed on the charger whenever the battery pack is noticeably running down
or the tool no longer performs a task it previously performed.
2. Avoid conducting short charges. Make sure that the battery is fully charged each time by
allowing the charger to complete its full charging cycle.
3. Avoid allowing loose items like screws or nails etc. to be stored with battery packs as
these or similar items can short battery packs and cause a fire or explosion.
4. Always unplug the charger when not in use and store in a dry and secure place.
5. Avoid charging or storing your battery in temperatures below 5°C and above 45°C.
6. After use, allow the battery pack to cool down for approximately 30 minutes before
attempting to recharge.
To insert the battery pack (Fig. G)
1. Align the groove on the battery pack with the corresponding ribs in the receptacle of the
device.
2. Insert the battery pack with moderate force until it was locks in to place.
WARNING: Only use Yard force 20V original battery pack!
To remove the battery pack from the tool (Fig. H)
1. Press the battery pack release button.
2. Remove the battery pack from the tool.
Check before starting!
DANGER!
Risk of injury! The device must only be put into operation if no faults are found. If
any part of the device is defective, it must be replaced before the next use.
Check the safety equipment and the safe condition of the device.
– Check all parts to make sure they fit tightly.
– Check whether there are visible defects: broken parts, cracks, etc.
Switching the saw on (Fig. I)
1. Push the battery into the saw until the locking mechanism audibly clicks into place.
2. In order to switch on the saw, press the unlock button and then press the power switch.
Working with the saw
Risk of damage!
Improper handling of the saw may result in damage.
− Fasten loose workpieces with a clamping device before beginning to saw.
− When performing work, consider the maximum cutting depth of 95 mm.
− Only make plunge cuts in soft workpieces (e.g. wood).
When sawing thicker branches or trunks you must work without a retaining claw. The
workpiece which you wish to saw must come into contact with the saw shoe. During work, the
saw must be held with one hand on the handle and with the other handonthehandlesurface.
Working without a retaining claw
− Rock the saw slightly forwards and backwards when splitting round workpieces.
Working with a retaining claw (Fig. J)
− Hold the saw with both hands and push it downwards slightly.
Carrying out flush saw cuts
Using flexible saw blades of a corresponding length, you can saw objects which pro- trude
from a wall, such as pipes, against the wall.
1. Position the saw blade directly against the wall.
2. Press to the side against the saw and bend it in such a way that the saw shoe pushes
against the wall to the side.
3. Switch the saw on and saw through the workpiece, exerting an even amount of pressure.
Carrying out plunge cuts
1. Position the saw shoe with the lower edge on the workpiece.
2. Switch the saw on.
3. Tip the saw forwards and plunge the saw blade into the workpieces.
4. Hold the saw with both hands in a vertical position and continue to saw along the sawing
line.
Switching the saw off
In order to switch the saw off, release the power switch and wait until the saw has come to a
complete standstill.
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