SPeCifiC Safety ruLeS
• hold power tool by insulated gripping surfaces, when performing an operation
where the cutting accessory may contact hidden wiring or its own cord. Cutting
accessory contacting a "live" wire may make exposed metal parts of the power tool "live"
and could give the operator an electric shock.
• use clamps or another practical way to secure and support the workpiece to a
stable platform. Holding the work by hand or against your body leaves it unstable and
may lead to loss of control.
• when not in use, place tool on its side on a stable surface where it will not cause a
tripping or falling hazard. Some tools with large battery packs will stand upright but may be
easily knocked over.
• keep hands away from cutting area. Never reach underneath the material for any
reason. Hold front of saw by grasping the contoured gripping area. Do not insert fingers or
thumb into the vicinity of the reciprocating blade and blade clamp. Do not stabilize the saw
by gripping the shoe.
• keep blades sharp. Dull blades may cause the saw to swerve or stall under pressure.
• use extra caution when cutting overhead and pay particular attention to overhead wires
which may be hidden from view. Anticipate the path of falling branches and debris ahead
of time.
• When cutting pipe or conduit ensure that they are free from water, electrical
wiring, etc.
• Hold saw firmly with both hands for all cutting operations. During cutting
operations, the blade may suddenly bind in the work and may cause the saw to kickback
towards the operator.
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aNSi S12.6 (S3.19) during use. Under some conditions and duration of use, noise from
this product may contribute to hearing loss.
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glasses. Also use face or dust mask if cutting operation is dusty. ALWAYS WEAR
CERTIFIED SAFETY EQUIPMENT:
• ANSI Z87.1 eye protection (CAN/CSA Z94.3),
• ANSI S12.6 (S3.19) hearing protection,
• NIOSH/OSHA/MSHA respiratory protection.
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other construction activities contains chemicals known to the state of California to
cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some examples of these
chemicals are:
• lead from lead-based paints,
• c rystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products, and
• arsenic and chromium from chemically-treated lumber.
Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on how often you do this type of work.
To reduce your exposure to these chemicals: work in a well ventilated area, and work with
approved safety equipment, such as those dust masks that are specially designed to filter
out microscopic particles.
• avoid prolonged contact with dust from power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling,
and other construction activities. wear protective clothing and wash exposed
areas with soap and water. Allowing dust to get into your mouth, eyes, or lay on the
skin may promote absorption of harmful chemicals.
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serious and permanent respiratory or other injury. Always use NIOSH/OSHA approved
respiratory protection appropriate for the dust exposure. Direct particles away from face
and body.
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by the operating action of this tool may cause permanent injury to fingers, hands, and
arms. Use gloves to provide extra cushion, take frequent rest periods, and limit daily
time of use.
always wear proper personal hearing protection that conforms to
aLwayS use safety glasses. Everyday eyeglasses are NOT safety
Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and
use of this tool can generate and/or disperse dust, which may cause
Do not operate this tool for long periods of time. Vibration caused
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