Tool Use And Care; Service; Specific Safety Information - RIDGID 5228 Operator's Manual

5228 Double Insulated Variable Speed, Dual Action Reciprocating Saw
• 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 ex-
posure 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.
• Wear hearing protectors, ear plugs or muffs when
using tool. Noise level may affect hearing with pro-
longed use.

Tool Use and Care

• Use clamp or other practical way to secure and
support the workpiece to a stable platform. Holding
the work by hand or against your body is unstable
and may lead to loss of control.
• Do not force tool. Use the correct tool for your
application. The correct tool will do the job better
and safer at the rate for which it is designed.
• Do not use tool if switch does not turn it ON or
OFF. Any tool that cannot be controlled with the switch
is dangerous and must be repaired.
• Disconnect plug from the power source before
making any adjustments, changing accessories, or
storing the tool. Such preventive safety measures re-
duce risk of starting tool accidentally.
• Store idle tools out of the reach of children and
other untrained persons. Tools are dangerous in
the hands of untrained users.
• Maintain tools with care. Keep cutting tools sharp
and clean. Properly maintained tools with sharp cutting
edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control.
• Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts,
breakage of parts, and any other condition that
may affect the tools operation. If damaged, have the
tool serviced before using. Many accidents are
caused by poorly maintained tools.
• Use only accessories that are recommended by the
manufacturer for your model. Accessories that may
be suitable for one tool may become hazardous when
used on another tool.
• Inspect tool and extension cords periodically and
replace if damaged. Damaged cords increase the
risk of electrical shock.
• Keep handles dry and clean; free from oil and
grease. This allows for better control of the tool.
• Store tools in dry place. Such measures reduce the
risk of electrical shock.

Service

• Tool service must be performed only by qualified re-
pair personnel. Service or maintenance performed
by unqualified repair personnel could result in injury.
• When servicing a tool, use only identical replace-
ment parts. Follow instructions in the Maintenance
Section of this manual. Use of unauthorized parts or
failure to follow maintenance instructions may create a
risk of electrical shock or injury.
• Follow instructions for lubricating and changing
accessories. Accidents are caused by poorly main-
tained tools.

Specific Safety Information

The Operator's Manual contains specific safety infor-
mation and instructions for your protection against serious
injuries including:
• Electrical shock or burns from contact with wires,
motor or other power drive parts;
• Eye injuries, including being blinded by the workpiece
or workpiece chips.
Eye injuries can occur from thrown workpiece chips.
• Wear safety glasses or safety shield.
• Keep switch in working order.
• Do not use tool with damaged or worn electrical
cords.
• Do not use damaged saw blades.
Read this operator's manual carefully before using
the machine. Failure to understand and follow the
contents of this manual may result in electrical
shock, fire and/or serious personal injury.
Call the Ridge Tool Company, Technical Service
Department at (800) 519-3456 if you have any questions.
Ridge Tool Company
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