Milwaukee M12 FBS64 Original Instructions Manual page 21

WARNING!
Read all safety warnings, instructions, illustrations and
speci cations provided with this power tool. Failure to follow
the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, re and/
or serious injury.
Save all warnings and instructions for future reference.
BAND SAW SAFETY WARNINGS
Hold the power tool by insulated gripping surfaces, when
performing an operation where the cutting accessory may
contact hidden wiring or its own cord. Cutting accessory con-
tacting a „live" wire may make exposed metal parts of the power
tool „live" and could give the operator an electric shock.
Wear ear protectors.
Exposure to noise can cause hearing loss.
Always place the guide shoe on the workpiece when sawing.
Do not start the blade when in contact with workpiece. Wait for
blade to reach full speed before beginning cut.
When blade is binding, or when interrupting a cut for any reason,
release the trigger and hold the cutter motionless in the material
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until the blade comes to a complete stop. Never restart the
machine when the blade in contact with workpiece.
Do not use cracked or distorted saw blades.
ADDITIONAL SAFETY AND WORKING INSTRUCTIONS
Use protective equipment. Always wear safety glasses when
working with the machine. The use of protective clothing is recom-
mended, such as dust mask, protective gloves, sturdy non-slip
footwear, helmet and ear defenders.
DANGER: Keep hands away from cutting area and the blade.
Whenever possible keep your second hand on the upper part of the
housing. If both hands are holding the saw, they cannot be cut by
the blade.
Do not reach underneath the workpiece.
Never hold the workpiece in your hands or across your leg while
cutting. 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.
The dust produced when using this tool may be harmful to health.
Do not inhale the dust. Wear a suitable dust protection mask.
Do not machine any materials that present a danger to health (e.g.
asbestos).
Switch the device o immediately if the insertion tool stalls! Do
not switch the device on again while the insertion tool is stalled,
as doing so could trigger a sudden recoil with a high reactive force.
Determine why the insertion tool stalled and rectify this, paying
heed to the safety instructions.
Possible causes may be:
• it is tilted in the workpiece to be machined
• it has pierced through the material to be machined
• the power tool is overloaded
Do not reach into the machine while it is running.
The insertion tool may become hot during use.
WARNING! Danger of burns
• when changing tools
• when setting the device down
Chips and splinters must not be removed while the machine is
running.
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When working in walls ceiling, or oor, take care to avoid electric
cables and gas or waterpipes.
Clamp your workpiece with a clamping device. Unclamped workpi-
eces can cause severe injury and damage.
Remove the battery pack before starting any work on the machine.
Do not dispose of used battery packs in the household refuse or
by burning them. Milwaukee Distributors o er to retrieve old
batteries to protect our environment.
Do not store the battery pack together with metal objects (short
circuit risk).
No metal parts must be allowed to enter the battery section of the
charger (short circuit risk).
Use only System M12 chargers for charging System M12 battery
packs. Do not use battery packs from other systems.
Never break open battery packs and chargers and store only in dry
rooms. Keep dry at all times.
Battery acid may leak from damaged batteries under extreme load
or extreme temperatures. In case of contact with battery acid wash
it o immediately with soap and water. In case of eye contact rinse
thoroughly for at least 10 minutes and immediately seek medical
attention.
WARNING! To reduce the risk of re, personal injury, and product
damage due to a short circuit, never immerse your tool, battery
pack or charger in uid or allow a uid to ow inside them.
Corrosive or conductive uids, such as seawater, certain industrial
chemicals, and bleach or bleach containing products, etc., Can
cause a short circuit.
SPECIFIED CONDITIONS OF USE
The Band Saw cuts lengthways and mitre accurately in di erent
type of metals such as metal pro les (UniStrut), pipes, metal studs,
channels, aluminium pro les, metal sheets and cuts plastic.
Do not use this product in any other way as stated for normal use.
TRANSPORTATION AND STORAGE
Stop the machine, remove the battery, and allow it to cool before
storing or transporting.
Clean all foreign materials from the machine. Store the machine in
a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place that is inaccessible to child-
ren. Keep away from corrosive agents, such as garden chemicals
and de-icing salts. Do not store outdoors.
Fit the guide bar cover before storing the machine or during
transportation.
For transportation in vehicles, secure the machine against
movement or falling to prevent injury to persons or damage to the
machine.
MAINTENANCE
The ventilation slots of the machine must be kept clear at all times.
Use only Milwaukee accessories and Milwaukee spare parts.
Should components need to be replaced which have not been
described, please contact one of our Milwaukee service agents (see
our list of guarantee/service addresses).
If needed, an exploded view of the tool can be ordered. Please state
the Article No. as well as the machine type printed on the label
and order the drawing at your local service agents or directly at:
Techtronic Industries GmbH, Max-Eyth-Straße 10,
71364 Winnenden, Germany.