g ) 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.
h ) Keep handles and grasping surfaces dry, clean and
free from oil and grease. Slippery handles and grasping
surfaces do not allow for safe handling and control of the tool
in unexpected situations.
5) Battery Tool Use and Care
a ) Recharge only with the charger specified by the
manufacturer. A charger that is suitable for one type of
battery pack may create a risk of fire when used with another
battery pack.
b ) Use power tools only with specifically designated
battery packs. Use of any other battery packs may create a
risk of injury and fire.
c ) When battery pack is not in use, keep it away from
other metal objects, like paper clips, coins, keys, nails,
screws, or other small metal objects, that can make a
connection from one terminal to another. Shorting the
battery terminals together may cause burns or a fire.
d ) Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected
from the battery; avoid contact. If contact accidentally
occurs, flush with water. If liquid contacts eyes,
additionally seek medical help. Liquid ejected from the
battery may cause irritation or burns.
e ) Do not use a battery pack or tool that is damaged
or modified. Damaged or modified batteries may exhibit
unpredictable behavior resulting in fire, explosion or risk
of injury.
f ) Do not expose a battery pack or tool to fire or
excessive temperature. Exposure to fire or temperature
above 265 °F (129 °C) may cause explosion.
g ) Follow all charging instructions and do not charge
the battery pack or tool outside the temperature range
specified in the instructions. Charging improperly or at
temperatures outside the specified range may damage the
battery and increase the risk of fire.
6) Service
a ) Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair
person using only identical replacement parts. This will
ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained.
b ) Never service damaged battery packs. Service of
battery packs should only be performed by the manufacturer
or authorized service providers.
Additional Safety Rules for Oscillating Multi-Tools
• 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.
• Use clamps or another practical way to secure and
support the work piece to a stable platform. Holding the
work by hand or against your body leaves it unstable and may
lead to loss of control.
• Air vents often cover moving parts and should be
avoided. Loose clothes, jewelry or long hair can be caught in
moving parts.
• Disconnect power before using tool near live wires
or where there may be hidden wiring. Cutting accessory
contacting a "live" wire may make exposed metal parts of the
power tool "live" and could give the operator an electric shock.
Always check for hidden wiring, gas lines, or other utilities
before performing any material cutting or removal operations
with the tool.
• Wait for the cutter to stop before setting the tool
down. An exposed cutter may engage the surface leading to
possible loss of control and serious injury.
• Do not operate this tool for long periods of time.
Vibration caused by the operating action of this tool may
cause permanent injury to fingers, hands, and arms. Use
gloves to provide extra cushion, take frequent rest periods, and
limit daily time of use.
• Do not restart the cutting operation in the work piece.
Let the tool reach full speed and carefully re-enter the cut.
• Do not "jam" the saw blade or apply excessive
pressure. Do not attempt to make an excessive depth of cut.
• Keep your hands away from cutting area. Do not reach
under the material being cut.
• Do not use dull or damaged blades. Bent blade can
break easily or cause kickback. Exercise extreme caution when
handling the accessories. The accessories are very sharp.
Wear protective gloves when changing cutting accessories.
Accessories become hot after prolonged usage.
• Before scraping, check work piece for nails. If there are
nails, either remove them or set them well below intended
finished surface. Striking a nail with accessory edge could
cause the tool to jump.
• Do not wet sand with this tool. Liquids entering the
motor housing are an electrical shock hazard.
• Never work in area which is soaked with a liquid,
such as a solvent or water, or dampened such as newly
applied wallpaper. There is an electrical shock hazard when
working in such conditions with a power tool and heating
of the liquid caused by scraping action may cause harmful
vapors to be emitted from work piece.
• Do not use sandpaper intended for larger sanding
pads. Larger sandpaper will extend beyond the sanding pad
causing snagging, tearing of the paper or kick-back. Extra
paper extending beyond the sanding pad can also cause
serious lacerations.
Specific Safety Warnings and Instructions: Sanders
Sanding Lead-Based Paint
Sanding of lead-based paint is NOT RECOMMENDED due
to the difficulty of controlling the contaminated dust.
The greatest danger of lead poisoning is to children and
pregnant women.
Since it is difficult to identify whether or not a paint contains
lead without a chemical analysis, we recommend the
following precautions when sanding any paint:
Personal safety
• No children or pregnant women should enter the work
area where the paint sanding is being done until all clean
up is completed.
• A dust mask or respirator should be worn by all persons
entering the work area. The filter should be replaced daily or
whenever the wearer has difficulty breathing.
nOTE: Only those dust masks suitable for working with lead
paint dust and fumes should be used. Ordinary painting
masks do not offer this protection. See your local hardware
dealer for the proper (NIOSH approved) mask.
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