Important Safety Information - Flex RSP DW 18.0-EC Manual

Important safety information

WARNING!
Before using the power tool, please read
and follow:
these operating instructions,
–
the "General safety instructions" on
–
the handling of power tools in the enclosed
booklet (leaflet no.: 315.915),
the currently valid site rules and the
–
regulations for the prevention of
accidents.
This power tool is state of the art and has
been constructed in accordance with the
acknowledged safety regulations.
Nevertheless, when in use, the power tool
may be a danger to life and limb of the user
or a third party, or the power tool or other
property may be damaged. The power tool
may be operated only if it is
for its intended use,
–
in perfect working order.
–
Faults which compromise safety must be
repaired immediately.
Intended use
The sabre saw is intended
– for commercial use in industry and trade,
– for sawing metal, plastic and wood,
– for sawing tiles and ceramics,
– for straight and curved cuts,
– for cutting pipes,
– to be used with suitable tools
recommended by the manufacturer for
this power tool.
Safety instructions for sabre saws
WARNING!
Read all safety instructions and general
instructions. Failure to comply with the
safety instructions and general instructions
may result in electric shock, fire and/or
serious injuries . Save all warnings and
instructions for future reference.
 Hold the power tool by the insulated
gripping surfaces when performing an
operation where the tool attachment may
contact hidden power leads. Cutting
accessory contacting a "live" wire may
make exposed metal parts of the power
tool "live" and could give the operator an
electric shock.
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 Keep hands away from the sawing area.
Do not grip under the workpiece. Risk of
injury if contact is made with the saw blade!
 Guide the power tool only when it is
switched on against the workpiece.
Otherwise there is the risk of kickback if the
cutting accessory snags in the workpiece.
 Make sure the cutting support always
rests on the workpiece when sawing. The
saw blade may snag, causing the operator
to lose control of the power tool.
 After completing the cutting operation,
switch off the power tool and withdraw the
saw blade from the cut only after the blade
has come to a complete stop. In this way,
you will avoid any kickback and you can
now safely put the power tool down.
 Use only undamaged saw blades that
are in perfect condition. Bent or blunt saw
blades may break or cause a kickback.
 After switching off, do not attempt to
brake the saw blade by applying lateral
counterpressure. The saw blade may
incur damage, break or cause a kickback.
 Clamp the material so that it is firmly
secured. Do not support the workpiece
with your hand or foot. Do not touch any
objects or the ground with the saw while it
is running. Risk of kickback!
 Use suitable detectors to detect
concealed power supply cables or
consult your local supply company.
Contact with electric cables may result in
a fire and/or electric shock. A damaged
gas pipe may cause an explosion. Cutting
into a water pipe will cause damage to
property or may cause an electric shock.
 When working, hold the power tool firmly
with both hands and ensure that you
have a secure footing. The power tool is
controlled more securely if held with both
hands.
 Keep the workplace clean. Material
mixtures are especially dangerous. Light
metal dust may burn or explode.
 Wait until the power tool has come to
a stop before putting it down. The cutting
accessory may snag, causing the operator
to lose control of the power tool.
 Secure the workpiece. A workpiece is
held more securely in a clamping device
than by hand.
RSP DW 18.0-EC