ADDITIONAL BATTERY SAFETY WARNINGS
WARNING
damage due to a short circuit, never immerse your
as seawater, certain industrial chemicals, and bleach
or bleach-containing products, etc., can cause a short
circuit.
Ambient temperature range for battery during use is
between 0°C and 40°C.
Ambient temperature range for battery storage is
between 0°C and 20°C.
TRANSPORTING LITHIUM BATTERIES
Transport the battery in accordance with local and national
provisions and regulations.
Follow all special requirements on packaging and labelling
when transporting batteries by a third party. Ensure that
no batteries can come in contact with other batteries
or conductive materials while in transport by protecting
exposed connectors with insulating, non-conductive caps
or tape. Do not transport batteries that are cracked or
leaking. Check with the forwarding company for further
advice.
RESIDUAL RISKS
Even when the product is used as prescribed, it is still
impossible to completely eliminate certain residual risk
factors. The following hazards may arise and the operator
should pay special attention to avoid the following:
–
Wear eye protection at all times.
–
Wear respiratory protection masks containing filters
appropriate to the materials being worked. Ensure
adequate workplace ventilation.
–
Do not eat, drink or smoke in the work area.
–
Wear ear protection.
–
Do not operate the product for long periods of time.
See "Risk reduction".
Risk of electrocution if electric cables are cut
–
Always hold the product by designated handles. Do
not touch the cutting blades or metal parts of the
product.
RISK REDUCTION
It has been reported that vibrations from handheld tools
may contribute to a condition called Raynaud's Syndrome
in certain individuals. Symptoms may include tingling,
upon exposure to cold. Hereditary factors, exposure to
cold and dampness, diet, smoking, and work practices
are all thought to contribute to the development of these
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symptoms. There are measures that can be taken by the
operator to possibly reduce the effects of vibration:
Keep your body warm in cold weather. When operating
the product, wear gloves to keep the hands and wrists
contributing to Raynaud's Syndrome.
After each period of operation, exercise to increase
blood circulation.
Take frequent work breaks. Limit the amount of
exposure per day.
If you experience any of the symptoms of this condition,
immediately discontinue use and see your doctor about
these symptoms.
WARNING
use of a tool. When using any tool for prolonged periods,
ensure you take regular breaks.
KNOW YOUR PRODUCT
See page 106.
1. Blade clamp
2.
3.
4. Speed control
5.
6. Lock on switch
7. Plunge cut blade
8. 88-mm Flush cut blade
9. Sanding pad
10. Sandpaper
11.
12. Battery port
13. Handle, insulated gripping surface
*Compatible with earlier generations of RYOBI, RIDGID,
or AEG accessories. RYOBI is a trademark used under
license from Ryobi Limited. RIDGID is a trademark of
Emerson Electric Co. AEG is a registered trademark used
under license from AB Electrolux (publ).
*Compatible with FEIN accessories. FEIN is a trademark of
C. & E. Fein GmbH.
**Compatible with DREMEL accessories. DREMEL is a
trademark of Robert Bosch Tool Corporation.
OPERATION
The product is supplied with an extra adapter for use with
other brands of cutting, scraping, and sanding accessories.
Do not use the adapter with the latest generation of RYOBI
accessories supplied with your tool. For example, use
the adapter with the letters "R&F" facing outwards if you
wish to use earlier generation RYOBI, RIDGID or AEG
accessories. The adapter may be turned over for use with
other brands of accessories.
Secure workpieces that can move with a clamp to
prevent movement during sanding or cutting operations.
Do not hold the workpiece by hand. An inadvertent
slip while operating the product may cause serious