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g)
Follow all charging instructions and do not charge the
battery pack or tool outside the temperature range
specified in the instructions. Charging improperly or at
temperatures outside the specified range may damage the
battery and increase the risk of fire.
6)
Service
a)
Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair person
using only identical replacement parts. This will ensure that
the safety of the power tool is maintained.
b)
Never service damaged battery packs. Service of battery
packs should only be performed by the manufacturer or
authorised service providers.
Jigsaw safety
•
Hold the power tool by insulated gripping surfaces only,
when performing an operation where the cutting tool may
contact hidden wiring or its own cord. Contact with a "live"
wire will also make exposed metal parts of the power tool
"live" and could give the operator an electric shock.
•
Do not reach underneath the workpiece. The guard cannot
protect you from the blade below the workpiece.
•
Never hold piece being cut in your hands or across your
leg. Secure the workpiece to a stable platform. It is
important to support the work properly to minimise body
exposure, blade binding, or loss of control.
For safety relating to protective clothing/equipment and general health
hazards relating to power tools; refer to General and Electrical Safety
sections in this manual
•
Do not let anyone below 18 years of age operate this jigsaw
•
Ensure there is adequate lighting
•
Rags, cloths, cord and string etc should not be left around
the work area
•
Keep the area free of tripping hazards
•
Inspect the workpiece and remove all embedded objects
before starting work
•
Support or clamp the workpiece to avoid vibration, and
ensure a good cut
•
See specification section of this manual for the correct type
of blade. Incorrect blades may not be secured correctly,
causing a safety hazard
•
Only use blades that are in good condition
•
If you are interrupted when operating the saw, complete
the process and switch off before looking up
•
Keep your hands away from the underside of the workpiece
•
Ensure that an appropriate blade is used for the material
being cut Ensure all supports and power cables are
completely clear of the cutting path
•
Where guards exist, ensure they are in place
•
Do not put pressure on the tool. Allow the blade to cut at
its own pace. This will produce better results and maximise
the service life of the tool
•
Before cutting, check that there is sufficient clearance for
the blade under the workpiece
•
Always keep the Base Plate pressed against the workpiece
•
Do not attempt to cut material thicker than detailed in the
specifications section of this manual
•
Do not force the blade to bend or twist whilst cutting
•
If a cut does not extend to the edge of the workpiece, allow
the blade to come to a complete stop before lifting it from
the workpiece
•
Do not use your hands to remove sawdust, chips or waste
close by the blade
•
Do not reach over the blade to remove waste or off-cuts
•
Blades heat up during use. Allow to cool completely before
handling
•
If a blade jams, disconnect the tool from the power supply
prior to releasing the blade
•
Periodically check that all nuts, bolts and other fixings,
tighten where necessary
•
Even when this tool is used as prescribed it is not possible
to eliminate all residual risk factors. If you are in any doubt
as to the safe use of this tool, do not use it.
Cutting tool safety
Use the correct cutting tool
•
Ensure the cutting tool is suitable for the job. Do not
assume a tool is suitable without checking the product
literature before use
Protect your eyes
•
Always wear appropriate eye protection when using cutting
tools
•
Spectacles are not designed to offer any protection when
using this product; normal lenses are not impact resistant
and could shatter
Protect your hearing
•
Always wear suitable hearing protection when tool noise
exceeds 85dB
Protect your breathing
•
Ensure that yourself, and others around you, wear suitable
dust masks
Protect your hands
•
Do not allow hands to get close to the cutting wheel or
blades. Use a suitable push stick for shorter workpieces
with appropriate power tools
Be aware of others around you
•
It is the responsibility of the user to ensure that other
people in the vicinity of the work area are not exposed to
dangerous noise or dust and are also provided with suitable
protective equipment
Hidden objects
•
Inspect the workpiece and remove all nails and other
embedded objects before cutting
•
Do not attempt to cut material that contains embedded
objects unless you know that the cutting tool fitted to your
machine is suitable for the job
•
Walls may conceal wiring and piping, car body panels may
conceal fuel lines, and long grass may conceal stones and
glass. Always check the work area thoroughly before
proceeding
Beware of projected waste
•
In some situations, waste material may be projected at
speed from the cutting tool. It is the user's responsibility to
ensure that other people in the work area are protected
from the possibility of projected waste
Fitting cutting tools
•
Ensure cutting tools are correctly and securely fitted and
check that wrenches / adjusters are removed prior to use
•
Only use cutting tools recommended for your machine
•
Do not attempt to modify cutting tools
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