RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION (Continued)
•MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep tools
sharp at all times, and cleanfor best and safest
performance. Follow instructions for lubricating
and changing accessories.
•REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND
WRENCHES. Form habitof checking to seethat
keys and adjusting wrenches are removed from
tool before tuming it on.
•NEVER USE IN AN EXPLOSIVE ATMO-
SPHERE. Normal sparking ofthe motor could
ignite flammable liquids,gases, or fumes.
KEEP HANDLES DRY, CLEAN, AND FREE
FROM OIL AND GREASE. Always use a clean
clothwhen cleaning. Never use brake fluids,
gasoline, petroleum-based productsor any
strong solvents to clean your tool.
STAY ALERT. Watch whatyou are doing and
use common sense. Donot operate toolwhen
you are tired. Do not rush.
making adjustments toit, or whenchanging
accessories.
USE ONLY THE CHARGER PROVIDED WITH
YOUR BATTERY TOOL. Donot substituteany
other charger. Useof another charger could
cause batteries toexplode causing possible
serious injury.
•DO NOT PLACE BATTERY TOOLS OR THEIR
BATTERIES NEAR FIRE OR HEAT. They may
explode.
•DO NOT CHARGE BATTERY TOOL INA
DAMP OR WET LOCATION.
•Your battery toolshould be charged in a location
where the temperature is more than 50°F but
lessthan 100°F.
CHECK DAMAGED PARTS. Before further use
of the tool,a guard or other part that isdamaged
shouldbe carefullychecked todetermine thatit
willoperate propedyand perform its intended ,V
function. Check for alignment of moving parts,
binding of moving parts, breakage ofparts,
mounting, and any otherconditions that may
affect its operation. Aguard orother part that is •
damaged should be propedy repaired or t.
replaced by an authorized service center unless •
indicated elsewhere in this instruction manual.
•DO NOT USE TOOL IF SWITCH DOES NOT
TURN ITON AND OFF. Have defective switches
replaced by an authorized service center.
•DRUGS, ALCOHOL, MEDICATION. Donot
operate tool while under the influence of drugs,
alcohol, or any medication.
•CUI-FING INTO ELECTRICAL WIRING IN
WALLS AND FLOORS CAN CAUSE THE
BLADE AND METAL PARTS TO BECOME
ELECTRICALLY LIVE. Do nottouch metal parts
when cutting into walls and floors; grasponly the
insulated handle(s) provided on the tool. Make
sure hidden electrical wiring, water pipes, and
mechanical hazards are not in the bladepath
when cutting into a wall orfloor.
•INSPECT FOR and removeall nailsfrom lumber
before cutting.
IMPORTANT SAFETY RULES FOR BA'I-FERY
TOOLS
Battery tools do not have to beplugged intoan
electrical outlet; therefore, theyare alwaysin an
operating condition. Be aware of possible
hazards wher_arrying your battery tool, when
Under extreme usage or temperature conditions,
battery leakage may occur. Ifliquidcomes in
contact with your skin, wash immediatelywith
soap and water, then neutralizewith lemonjuice
orvinegar. If liquid gets in your eyes,flush them
with clean water for at least 10 minutes, then
seek immediate medical attention.
If carrying your battery tool at yourside, make J
sure it is not running and your fingeris not on the
switch. Avoid accidental starting.
SECURE WORK before applying power. _EVER
I_oldworkpiece in your handor across your legs.
WHEN SERVICING USE ONLY IDENTICAL
CRAFTSMAN REPLACEMENT PARTS.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR
CHARGER
•SAVE THESE INS'_'RUCTIONS. This manual
contains important safety andoperating
instructionsfor batterycharger partnumber
977405-000.
r
•BefOre using battery charger, read all instructions
and cautionary markingsin this manual,on
battery charger, andproduct usingbattery
charger.
_k WARNING: To reducerisk of injury, charge
only nickel-cadmium type rechargeable batteries.
Other types of batteries may burstcausing
personal injury and damage.
Do not expose charger to rain orsnow.
Use of an attachment not recommended orsold
bythe battery charger manufacturer may result
in a risk of fire, electricshock, or injury to
persons.
•To reduce riskof damage tocharger bodyand
cord, pull by charger bodyrather than cordwhen
disconnecting charger.
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