RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION (Continued)
■STAY ALERT. Watch what you are doing and use common sense. Do not operate tool when you are tired. Do not rush.
■CHECK DAMAGED PARTS. Before further use of the tool, a guard or other part that is damaged should be carefully checked to determine that it will operate properly and perform its intended function. Check for alignment of moving parts, binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, mounting, and any other conditions that may affect its operation. A guard or other part that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced by an authorized service center unless indicated elsewhere in this instruction manual.
■DO NOT USE TOOL IF SWITCH DOES NOT TURN IT ON AND OFF. Have switches replaced by an authorized service center.
■CUTTING INTO ELECTRICAL WIRING IN WALLS CAN CAUSE BLADE AND METAL PARTS TO BECOME ELECTRICALLY LIVE. Grasp only the handle(s) provided on the tool and be sure that hidden electrical wiring, water pipes, or any me- chanical hazards are not in blade path.
■Inspect for and remove all nails from timber before cutting.
■DRUGS, ALCOHOL, MEDICATION. Do not oper- ate tool while under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or any medication.
■WHEN SERVICING USE ONLY IDENTICAL RYOBI REPLACEMENT PARTS.
■POLARIZED PLUGS. To reduce the risk of electric shock, this tool has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). This plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to install the proper outlet. Do not change the plug in any way.
■WARNING: TO AVOID POSSIBLE SERIOUS IN- JURY, KEEP HANDS AND FINGERS FROM BE- TWEEN THE MOTOR HOUSING AND SAW BLADE CLAMP.
■SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. Refer to them frequently and use them to instruct others who may use this tool. If you loan someone this tool, loan them these instructions also.
EXTENSION CORDS
The use of any extension cord will cause some loss of power. To keep the loss to a minimum and to prevent tool overheating, use an extension cord that is heavy enough to carry the current the tool will draw.
A wire gage size (A.W.G.) of at least 14 is recommended for an extension cord 50 feet or less in length. A wire gage size (A.W.G.) of at least 12 is recommended for an extension cord 50 - 100 feet in length. When working outdoors, use an extension cord that is suitable for outdoor use. The cord's jacket will be marked WA.
CAUTION:
Keep extension cords away from the cutting area and position the cord so that it will not get caught on lumber, tools, etc. during cutting operation.
WARNING:
Check extension cords before each use. If damaged replace immediately. Never use tool with a damaged cord since touching the damaged area could cause electrical shock resulting in serious injury.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING:
If any parts are missing, do not operate your saw until the missing parts are replaced. Failure to do so could result in possible serious personal injury.
WARNING:
Do not allow familiarity with your saw to make you careless. Remember that a careless fraction of a second is sufficient to inflict severe injury.
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