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17 Do not abuse cord
Never carry the tool by its cord or pull it to
disconnect from the socket. Keep the cord away
from heat, oil and sharp edges.
18 Maintain tools with care
Keep the tools in good condition and clean for
better and safer performance. Follow the
instructions for maintenance and changing
accessories. Inspect the tool cords at regular
intervals and, if damaged, have them repaired by
an authorized D WALT repair agent. Inspect the
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extension cords periodically and replace them if
damaged. Keep all controls dry, clean and free
from oil and grease.
19 Check for damaged parts
Before using the tool, carefully check it for
damage to ensure that it will operate properly
and perform its intended function. Check for
misalignment and seizure of moving parts,
breakage of parts and any other conditions that
may affect its operation. Have damaged guards
or other defective parts repaired or replaced as
instructed. Do not use the tool if the switch is
defective. Have the switch replaced by an
authorized D WALT repair agent.
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20 Have your tool repaired by an authorized
D WALT repair agent
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This Power Tool is in accordance with the
relevant safety regulations. To avoid danger,
electric appliances must only be repaired by
qualified technicians.
Additional safety rules for chopsaws
• Keep hands away from the cutting blade. Never
cut workpieces that require manual action closer
than 15 cm from the rotating cutting blade.
• Do not cut workpieces less than 1.2 mm in
thickness.
• Do not operate this tool without guards in place.
• Do not perform any operation freehand. Use the
material clamp to clamp the workpiece securely.
• Never reach in the back of the cutting blade.
• Always position the tool on a flat, stable surface
that is well maintained and free of loose
materials, e.g. chips and cut-offs.
• Use a holder or wear gloves when handling a
cutting blade.
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• Before using, inspect the cutting blade for cracks
or flaws. Discard the cutting blade if a crack or
flaw is evident.
• Make sure the cutting blade is not contacting the
workpiece before the tool is switched on.
• In operation, avoid bouncing the cutting blade or
giving it rough treatment. If this occurs, stop the
tool and inspect the cutting blade.
• Do not operate the tool while standing in line with
the cutting blade. Keep other persons away from
the work area.
• Be aware of cutting chips and the material being
cut. They may be sharp and hot. Allow cut off
parts to cool before handling.
• Switch off the tool and wait for the cutting blade
to stop before moving the workpiece or changing
the settings.
• Do not use cutting fluids. These fluids could
ignite, cause electrical shock, or chemically
attack the plastic lower guard.
• Use only the cutting blades specified in this
manual. Never use abrasive cut-off wheels or
other types of cutting blade.
• Do not cut concrete, brick, tile or ceramic
matrials.
• Never cut magnesium materials.
• Do not cut electrically live material.
• Use this tool in a well-ventilated area. Do not
operate the tool near flammable liquids, gases or
dust. Sparks or hot chips from cutting or arcing
motor brushes may ignite combustible materials.
• Warning! Use of this tool can generate dust
containing chemicals known to cause cancer,
birth defects or other reproductive harm.
Use appropriate respiratory protection.
Residual risks
The following risks are inherent to the use of these
machines:
- injuries caused by touching the rotating parts
- injuries caused by disruption of the cutting blade
These risks are most evident:
- within the range of operation
- within the range of the rotating machine parts
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