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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.
 Keep hands away from the sawing range. Do not reach under the workpiece.
Contact with the saw blade can lead to injuries.
 Apply the machine to the workpiece only when switched on. Otherwise there is
danger of kickback when the cutting tool jams in the workpiece.
 When sawing, the footplate must always faces against the workpiece. The saw
blade can become wedged and lead to loss of control over the machine.
 When the cut is completed, switch off the machine and then pull the saw blade
out of the cut only after it has come to a standstill. This way you can avoid
kickback and can place down the machine securely.
 Use only sharp, flawless saw blades. Bent or blunt saw blades can break or
cause kickback.
 Do not slow down the saw blade by applying side pressure after switching off.
The saw blade can be damaged, break or cause kickback.
 Clamp the material to be processed well. Do not support the workpiece with
your hand or foot. Do not touch objects or the floor with the saw running.
Danger of kickback.
 Do not cut or saw where there might be hidden electric wires, gas or water
pipes.
 Use suitable detectors to determine if utility lines are hidden in the work area
or call the local utility company for assistance. Contact with electric lines can
lead to fire and electric shock. Damaging a gas line can lead to explosion.
Penetrating a water line causes property damage or may cause an electric
shock.
 For your own safety, wear safety goggles, a dust mask and ear
protection while working with the reciprocating saw.
 Should the unit become damaged do not use it any further. Do not
disassemble the unit or try to repair it yourself. Have it repaired by a
professional or contact our customer support department.
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