Residual Risks; Package Contents; Electrical Safety - DeWalt DW331 Original Instructions Manual

• Keep blades sharp. Dull blades may cause the
saw to swerve or stall under pressure.
• Clean out your tool often, especially after
heavy use. Dust and grit containing metal
particles often accumulate on interior surfaces
and could create an electric shock hazard.
• Do not operate this tool for long periods of
time. Vibration caused 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.

Residual Risks

In spite of the application of the relevant safety
regulations and the implementation of safety
devices, certain residual risks cannot be avoided.
These are:
– Impairment of hearing
– Risk of personal injury due flying particles.
– Risk of burns due to accessories becoming hot
during operation.
– Risk of personal injury due to prolonged use.
Markings on Tool
The following pictograms are shown on the tool:
Read instruction manual
before use.
Wear ear protection.
Wear eye protection.
DATE CODE POSITION (FIG. 1)
The Date Code (u), which also includes the year of
manufacture, is printed into the housing.
Example:
2013 XX XX
Year of Manufacture

Package Contents

The package contains:
1 Jigsaw
1 Jig saw blade
1 Anti-splinter shoe insert
1 Anti-scratch shoe cover
1 Dust extraction shroud
1 Dust extraction adapter
1 Kitbox
1 Instruction manual
1 Exploded drawing
• Check for damage to the tool, parts or
accessories which may have occurred during
transport.
• Take the time to thoroughly read and
understand this manual prior to operation.
Description (fi g. 1)
WARNING: Never modify the power
tool or any part of it. Damage or
personal injury could result.
a. On/off switch
b. Lock-on button
c. Speed control dial
d. Sawdust blower control
e. Blade latch
f. Finger guard
g. Blade holder
h. Guide roller
i. Shoe
j. Pendulum stroke selector
k. Shoe lever
INTENDED USE
Your jig saw has been designed for professional
cutting of wood, steel, aluminium, plastic and
ceramic material.
DO NOT use under wet conditions or in presence of
flammable liquids or gases.
These jigsaws are professional power tools. DO
NOT let children come into contact with the
tool. Supervision is required when inexperienced
operators use this tool.
• This product is not intended for use by persons
(including children) suffering from diminished
physical, sensory or mental abilities; lack of
experience, knowledge or skills unless they are
supervised by a person responsible for their
safety. Children should never be left alone with
this product.

Electrical Safety

The electric motor has been designed for one
voltage only. Always check that the power supply
corresponds to the voltage on the rating plate.
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