Symbols used in this manual
WARNING!
Denotes impending danger. Non- observance
of this warning may result in death or
extremely severe injuries.
CAUTION!
Denotes a possibly dangerous situation. Non-
observance of this warning may result in
slight injury or damage to property.
NOTE
Denotes application tips and important
information.
Symbols on the power tool
V
Volts
/min
Rotation rate
To reduce the risk of injury, read the
operating instructions!
Wear eye protection!
Wear ear protection!
Disposal information for the old
machine (see page 18)!
For your safety
WARNING!
Before using the power tool, please read the
follow:
these operating instructions,
the "General safety instructions" on the
handling of power tools in the enclosed
booklet (leaflet-no.: 315.915),
the currently valid site rules and the
regulations for the prevention of
accidents.
This power tool is state of the art and has
been constructed in accordance with the
acknowledged safety regulations.
Nevertheless, when in use, the power tool may
be a danger to life and limb of the user or a third
party, or the power tool or other property may be
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damaged.
The cordless one-handed reciprocating saw may
be used only
as intended,
in perfect working order.
Faults which impair safety must be repaired
immediately.
Intended use
The cordless one-handed reciprocating saw is
intended
– for commercial use in industry and trade,
– for cutting wood product, plastic and metal
materials.
Safety instructions for one-
handed reciprocating saw
WARNING!
Read all safety warnings, instructions,
illustrations and specifications provided
with this power tool. Failure to follow all
instructions listed below may result in electric
shock, fire and/or serious injury. Save all
warnings and instructions for future reference.
■ Hold the 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 workpiece to a
stable platform. Holding the workpiece
by hand or against your body leaves it
unstable and may lead to loss of control.
Noise and vibration
The noise and vibration values have been
determined in accordance with EN 62841.
The A evaluated noise level of the power tool
is typically:
RS 16 12-EC:
– Sound pressure level L
– Sound power level L
– Uncertainty:
Total vibration value:
– When sawing wood:
– Emission value a
– Uncertainty:
:
82 dB(A)
pA
:
90 dB(A)
WA
K = 5 dB
:
5.57 m/s
h
K = 1.5 m/s
2
2