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Tool Use and Care
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Use clamps or other practical way to secure end
support the workploce to a stable platform. Holding
the work by hand or againstyour body is unstableand
may lead to lossof control.
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Do not fome tool. Use the corract tool for your
applicction.
The correcttoolwill do the job better and
safer at the rate forwhich it is designed.
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Do not use tool if switch does not turn It on or off.
A tool that cannotbe controlledwith the sw_chis
dangerousand mustbe repaired.
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Discomte_ hettec/pack from tool or plaes tlw w_lctt
In the lockedor off poallicn balers nwldngeny edJust-
merits,changing am
or storklgthetcoL Such
pr_ver_ve safety measures reduceriskofsta_ngthe_col
a_er_l_.
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Store Idle tools out of reach of children and other
unlrained persons. Too|s are dangerousin the hands
of untrained users.
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When battery pack is not in use, keep It away from
other metal objects like: paper clips, coins, keys,
nails, screws, or other roll
metal objects that can
make a connection from one terminal to another.
Shortingthe battery terminatstogether may cause
sparks,bums, or a fire.
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Maintain tools wIth oars. Keep cutting tools sharp
and olsun. Propedy maintainedtools, with sharp
cuttingedges are less likelyto bind and are easier to
control.
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Checkfor mlesitgnmontor binding of moving pads,
brealmge of pads, and any other condItion that may
affect the toors operation, ff damaged, have the tool
se_lced before using. Many accidentsare caused by
poodymaintained tools,
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Use only eccosserles that are recommended by
the manufacturer for your model. Accessoriesthat
may be suitablefor one tool, may create a nck of injury
when used on another tool.
Service
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Tool =mvlce must be performed only by qualified
repair personnel. Service or malntananco performed
by unqualified personnel could resultin a nsk of injury.
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When servicing a tool, use only Identicat replace-
merit parts. Follow Instructions In the Maintenance
section of this manual. Use of unauthonzedparts or
failure to followMaintenance Instructionsmay create a
risk of shock or iniury,
Hold tool by Insulated gripping surfaces when performing an operation where the cutting tool may contact hidden
wiring. Contact with a *live" wire will make exposed metal parts of the tool "live"and shock the operator.
AddlUonal Rules For Safe
Opera.on
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Know your power tool. Read operetoYs manual
carefully. Learn Its applications end limitations, as
well as the specific potential hazards related to
this tool. Followingthis rule will reduce the risk of
electricshock,fire, or sedous injury.
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Make anre your extsuston cord IS In gnod condllon.
When using an ex'tansicn cord, he =are to use one
heavy enough to eany the cuwent your product will
draw. Awlro gags size (A.W.G.) of at Isast 16 Is
recommended for an extenalon cord 100 fact or
In length. A cord a(coedlng 100 feet Is not recom-
mended. If In doubt, usethe next heavlar gage. The
smaller the gage number, the he=wlarthe cord, An
undemizedcord will cause a dropin linevolt=qge r esult-
ing in lossof power and overheating,
Important Rules for Battery Tools
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Bsttery tools do not heveto he plugged Into an
eta€ideal outlet; therefore, they am always In
operating condItion. Be aware of possible hazards
when not using your battery tool or when chang-
Ing sccesserlos.
Followingthis rulewi11 reduce the
dsk of sled:rioshock, fire, or seriouspersonal injury.
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Do not place battery tools or their bsttorlse near
fire or heat. This will reduce the risk of explosionand
possible injury.
_L WARNING:
Batteriesvent hydrogengas and can
explode inthe presence of a seurca of ignition, such
as a pilot light.To reduce the risk of seriouspersonal
injury, never use any cordless product in the pres-
ence of open f_me. An explodedbattery can propel
debris and chemicals. If exposed, flushwith water
immediately.
Do not charge bsttow tool In u damp or wet
location. Followingthis rule will reducethe risk of
electric shock.
For best results, your battery tool should be
charged In s location where the temperature Is
mare then 50°F but less than IOOOF. D o not store
outside or In vehicles.
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Under extreme usage or temperature condItions,
battery Isekugu mey occur. If Itqukl comes In
contact with your skin, wseh Immediately with
seep and water, then noutrallz= with lemon juice
or vinegar. If liquid gets Into your eyes, flush them
with olean water for at least 10 minutes, then seek
Immedlatu medical attenilon. Followingthis rule will
reducethe risk of seriouspersonal injury,
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