Package Contents; Description (Fig. A); Electrical Safety - Berner BRS-1050 Notice D'utilisation

d Store idle power tools out of the reach of children
and do not allow persons unfamiliar with the
power tool or these instructions to operate the
power tool. Power tools are dangerous in the hands
of untrained users.
e Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment or
binding of moving parts, breakage of parts and
any other condition that may affect the power
tools operation. If damaged, have the power tool
repaired before use. Many accidents are caused by
poorly maintained power tools.
f Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly
maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges
are less likely to bind and are easier to control.
g Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc.,
in accordance with these instructions and in the
manner intended for the particular type of power
tool, 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.
5 Service
a Have your power tool serviced by a qualifi ed
repair person using only identical replacement
parts. This will ensure that the safety of the power
tool is maintained.
Additional safety rules for cutsaws
WARNING: ALWAYS use approved respiratory
protection. Use of this tool can generate and/or
disburse dust, which may cause serious injury.
Switching on and off
• After switching off, never attempt to stop the saw
blade with your fi ngers.
• Never put the saw down on a table or work bench
unless switched off. The saw blade will keep running
briefl y after the tool has been switched off.
When sawing
• When using saw blades specially designed for cutting
wood remove all nails and metal objects from the
workpiece before starting work.
• Wherever possible, use clamps and vices to fasten
the workpiece securely.
• Do not attempt to saw extremely small workpieces.
• Do not bend too far forward. Make sure that you
always stand fi rmly, particularly on scaffolding and
ladders.
• Always hold the saw with both hands.
• For cutting curves and pockets, use an adapted saw
blade.
• Preferably wear a dust mask.
Checking and changing the saw blade
• Only use saw blades conforming to the specifi cations
contained in these operating instructions.
• Only sharp saw blades in perfect working condition
should be used; cracked or bent saw blades should
be discarded and replaced at once.
• Ensure that the saw blade is securely fi xed.
Markings on Tool
The following pictograms are shown on the tool:
Read instruction manual before use.
DATE CODE POSITION (FIG. A)
The Date Code (f), which also includes the year of
manufacture, is printed on the nameplate.
Example:
Year of Manufacture

Package contents

The package contains:
1 Reciprocating saw
1 Instruction manual
1 Exploded drawing
• Check for damage to the tool, parts or accessories
which may have occurred during transport.
• Take the time to thoroughly read and understand this
manual prior to operation.
Description (fi g. A)
Your reciprocating saw has been designed for professional
sawing of wood, metal and tubes. The compact design
permits cutting extremely close to the edge of diffi cult
areas.
1 Variable speed switch
2 Blade clamp lever
3 Saw shoe

Electrical safety

The electric motor has been designed for one voltage only.
Always check that the power supply corresponds to the
voltage on the rating plate.
Your Berner tool is double insulated in
accordance with EN 60745; therefore no earth
wire is required.
115 V units have to be operated via a failsafe
isolating transformer with an earth screen
between the primary and secondary winding.
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