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
-Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly
maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less
likely to bind and are easier to control
-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.
Service
person using only identical replacement parts. This
will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained
-Any misuse or failure to follow the instructions for use
renders the guarantee and the manufacturer's liability null
and void.
Jig Saw Safety warnings
Hold power tool by insulated gripping surfaces, when
performing an operation where the cutting accessory
may contact hidden wiring or its own cord. Cutting
accessory contacting a "live" wire may make exposed
metal parts of the power tool "live" and could give the
operator an electric shock.
Additional safety warnings
- Ensure that the resulting sparks not become dangerous,
for example, that they don't reach people or ignite
- CAUTION: In order to prevent overheating do not cover
the appliance.
- Ensure that neither the air access nor exit become either
totally or partially covered by drapery, clothing, etc., as this
- Do not use the appliance if the cable or plug is
damaged.
- Ensure that the voltage indicated on the rating label
matches the mains voltage before plugging in the
appliance.
- If any of the appliance casings breaks, immediately
disconnect the appliance from the mains to prevent the
possibility of an electric shock.
- CAUTION: Maintain the appliance dry.
- CAUTION: Do not use the appliance near water.
- Do not wrap the power cord around the appliance.
- Use suitable detectors to determine if utility lines are
hidden in the work area or call the local utility company
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for assistance. Contact with electric lines can lead to
to explosion. Penetrating a water line causes property
damage or may cause an electric shock.
- Do not clip or crease the power cord.
- Check the state of the power cord. Damaged or tangled
cables increase the risk of electric shock.
- Do not use the appliance with damp hands or feet, or
when barefooted.
- If using the appliance outdoors, use a suitable cord
extension.
- As an additional protection to the electrical supply for
the appliance, it is advisable to have a differential current
device with a maximum sensitivity of 30 mA. Ask for
advice from a competent installer.
- Do not touch the plug with wet hands.
- Use clamps or a vise to secure the object to be worked
in place. The work will be safer if both hands are free to
control the tool.
- Do not touch any of the appliance's moving parts while
it is operating.
- Do not touch the blade or the workpiece immediately
after operation. They might be extremely hot and burn
you.
- Protect yourself from contact with and the inhalation
of dust created by sanding wood and metal surfaces
and surfaces coated with lead paint. Use protective
equipment that complies with the appropriate health and
safety regulations.
- When working in amianthus/asbestos and/or silica
stone, the dust produced is extremely harmful to your
health. Wear protection against inhalation of this dust,
in compliance with current regulations on accident
prevention.
- Exercise precaution after employing the stop operation
on the appliance as the tool will continue moving from the
effect of its own mechanical inertia.
- Fully unroll the appliance's power cable before each
use.
- Do not use the appliance if its accessories are not
- Do not use the appliance if the accessories or
consumables attached to it are defective. Replace them
immediately.
- Use the appliance handle/s, to catch it or move it.
- This appliance is not for professional or industrial or
medical/hospital use, it is intended for household use
only.
- This appliance is not a toy. Children should be
supervised to ensure that they do not play with the
appliance.
- Do not expose the appliance to extreme
temperatures.