DeWalt DW017 Original Instructions Manual page 32

E N G L I S H
• Check periodically that the motor air slots are clean and free of chips.
• Replace the kerf plate when worn.
• Disconnect the machine from the mains before carrying out any
maintenance work or when changing the blade.
• Never perform any cleaning or maintenance work when the machine is
still running and the head is not in the rest position.
• When possible, always mount the machine to a bench.
Residual risks
The following risks are inherent to the use of saws:
- injuries caused by touching the rotating parts
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 accidents caused by the uncovered parts of the rotating saw blade.
- Risk of injury when changing the blade.
- Risk of squeezing fingers when opening the guards.
- Health hazards caused by breathing dust developed when sawing
wood, especially oak, beech and MDF.
Additional safety instructions for battery packs
Fire hazard! Avoid metal short circuiting the contacts of a
detached battery pack. Do not store or carry the battery pack
without the battery cap placed over the contacts.
• The battery fluid, a 25-30% solution of potassium hydroxide, can be
harmful. In case of skin contact, flush immediately with water.
Neutralize with a mild acid such as lemon juice or vinegar. In case of
eye contact, rinse abundantly with clean water for at least 10 minutes.
Consult a physician.
• Never attempt to open a battery pack for any reason.
Labels on charger and battery pack
In addition to the pictographs used in this manual, the labels on the
charger and the battery pack show the following pictographs:
Battery charging
Battery charged
Problem charging
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Charges NiMH and NiCd battery packs
Do not probe with conductive objects
Do not charge damaged battery packs
Read instruction manual before use
Do not expose to water
Have defective cords replaced immediately
Charge only between 4 °C and 40 °C
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See technical data for charging time
Always wear safety glasses when plugging in the charger.
Labels on tool
The following pictograms are shown on the tool:
Read the instruction manual before use
Safe use warning
Do not place your hands within this area
Electrical safety
The electric motor has been designed for one voltage only. Always check
that the battery pack voltage corresponds to the voltage on the rating
plate. Also make sure that the voltage of your charger corresponds to that
of your mains.
Your charger is double insulated in accordance with EN 60335.
Mains plug replacement
(U.K. & Ireland only)
• Should your mains plug need replacing and you are competent to do
this, proceed as instructed below. If you are in doubt, contact an
authorized D WALT repair agent or a qualified electrician.
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• Disconnect the plug from the supply.
• Cut off the plug and dispose of it safely; a plug with bared copper
conductors is dangerous if engaged in a live socket outlet.
• Only fit 13 Amperes BS1363A approved plugs fitted with the correctly
rated fuse (1).
• The cable wire colours, or a letter, will be marked at the connection
points of most good quality plugs. Attach the wires to their respective
points in the plug (see below). Brown is for Live (L) (2) and Blue is for
Neutral (N) (4).
• Before replacing the top cover of the mains plug ensure that the cable
restraint (3) is holding the outer sheath of the cable firmly and that the
two leads are correctly fixed at the terminal screws.
Never use a light socket.
Never connect the live (L) or neutral (N) wires to the earth pin
marked E or .
Using an extension cable
An extension cord should not be used unless absolutely necessary.
Use an approved extension cable suitable for the power input of your
charger (see technical data). The minimum conductor size is 1 mm
the maximum length is 30 m.
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