Additional Safety Information - Black & Decker BES301 Instruction Manual

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h ) Do not let familiarity gained from frequent use of

tools allow you to become complacent and ignore

tool safety principles. A careless action can cause

severe injury within a fraction of a second.

4) Power Tool Use and Care

a ) Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power

tool for your application. The correct power tool

will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it

was designed.

b ) Do not use the power tool if the switch does not

turn it on and off. Any power tool that cannot be

controlled with the switch is dangerous and must

be repaired.

c ) Disconnect the plug from the power source and/

or remove the battery pack, if detachable, from

the power tool before making any adjustments,

changing accessories, or storing power tools. Such

preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting

the power tool accidentally.

d ) Store idle power tools out of the reach of children

and do not allow persons unfamiliar with the

power tool or these instructions to operate the

power tool. Power tools are dangerous in the hands of

untrained users.

e ) Maintain power tools and accessories. Check

for misalignment or binding of moving parts,

breakage of parts and any other condition

that may affect the power tool's operation. If

damaged, have the power tool repaired before

use. Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained

power tools.

f ) Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly

maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are

less likely to bind and are easier to control.

g ) Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc.

in accordance with these instructions, taking

into account the working conditions and the

work to be performed. Use of the power tool for

operations different from those intended could result in

a hazardous situation.

h ) Keep handles and grasping surfaces dry, clean

and free from oil and grease. Slippery handles and

grasping surfaces do not allow for safe handling and

control of the tool in unexpected situations.

5) Service

a ) Have your power tool serviced by a qualified

repair person using only identical replacement

parts. This will ensure that the safety of the power tool

is maintained.

Additional Safety Instructions for

Reciprocating Saws

Hold power tool by insulated gripping surfaces when

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performing an operation where the cutting accessory

may contact hidden wiring or its own cord. Cutting

accessory contacting a "live" wire will make exposed metal

parts of the power tool "live" and could give the operator an

electric shock.

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Use clamps or another practical way to secure and

support the workpiece to a stable platform. Holding

the workpiece by hand or against your body leaves it

unstable and may lead to loss of control.

ALWAYS wear a dust mask. Exposure to dust particles

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can cause breathing difficulty and possible injury.

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Never switch on the tool when the saw blade is jammed in

the workpiece or in contact with the material.

Keep hands away from moving parts. Never place your

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hands near the cutting area.

Use extra caution when cutting overhead and pay

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particular attention to overhead wires which may be

hidden from view. Anticipate the path of falling branches

and debris ahead of time.

Do not operate this tool for long periods of time.

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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.

Switching On and Off

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After switching off, never attempt to stop the saw blade

with your fingers.

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Never put the saw down on a table or work bench unless

switched off. The saw blade will keep running briefly after

the tool has been switched off.

When Sawing

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When using saw blades specially designed for cutting wood

remove all nails and metal objects from the workpiece

before starting work.

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Wherever possible, use clamps and vices to fasten the

workpiece securely.

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Do not attempt to saw extremely small workpieces.

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Do not bend too far forward. Make sure that you always

stand firmly, particularly on scaffolding and ladders.

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Always hold the saw with both hands.

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For cutting curves and pockets, use approved accessories.

Checking and Changing the Saw Blade

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Only use saw blades conforming to the specifications

contained in these operating instructions.

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Only sharp saw blades in perfect working condition should

be used; cracked or bent saw blades should be discarded

and replaced at once.

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Ensure that the saw blade is securely fixed.

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