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WARNING:
Be sure to read and understand
all instructions
in this manual
before using the reciprocating
saw. Failure to follow all instructions
may result in
hazardous
radiation
exposure,
electric shock, fire, and/or serious personal
injury.
WARNING:
Do not attempt
to operate this tool until you have thoroughly
read all instructions,
safety rules, and warnings.
Failure to comply with them can
result in fire, electric shock, or serious personal injury. Save the manual and refer
to it frequently.
GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
WORK AREA SAFETY
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Keep your work
area clean and wen lit. Do not leave tools or wood scraps
on the saw while it is in operation.
Cluttered
workbenches
and dark areas
invite accidents
Do not operate power tools in explosive
environments,
such as in the
presence of flammable
liquids, gases, or dust. Power tools create sparks that
may ignite the dust or fumes.
Keep children
and bystanders
and visitors away while operating
a power
tool. Distractions
can cause you to lose control.
Make your workshop
childproof
with padlocks
and master switches.
Lock
tools away when they are not in use.
Make sure that the work area has ample
lighting so you can see the work
and that there are no obstructions
that will interfere with safe operation.
PERSONAL
SAFETY
Know your power tool. Read this operator's
manual carefully.
Learn the
reciprocating
saw's applications
and limitations,
as well as the specific,
potential
hazards related to this tool.
Stay alert, watch what you are doing, and use common
sense when
operating
a power tool.
Do not use a power tool while tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol,
or medication.
A moment of inattention
while operating
power tools may
result in serious personal injury.
Dress properly.
Do not wear loose clothing
or jewelry. Contain
long hair.
Keep your hair, clothing,
and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes,
jewelry, or long hair can be caught
in moving parts.
Avoid accidental
starting
of tools.
Be sure that the switch
is off before
attaching
the tool to a power source. Carrying
tools with your finger on the
switch
or plugging
in tools that have the switch "ON" invites accidents.
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