Owner`s manual

RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION (Continued)
! MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep tools
sharp at all times, and clean for best and safest
performance. Follow instructionsfor lubricating
and changingaccessories.
• REMOVE ADJUS'EING KEYS AND
WRENCHES. Form habit of checking to see that
keys and adjustingwrenches are removed from
tool before turning it on.
M
NEVER USE IN AN EXPLOSIVE ATMO-
SPHERE. Normal sparkingof the motor could
igniteflammable liquids,gases, or fum@s.
KEEP HANDLES DRY, CLEAN, AND FREE
FROM OIL AND GREASE. Always use a clean
cloth when cleaning. Never use brake fluids,
gasoline, petroleum-based products or any
strongsolvents to clean your tool.
STAY ALERT. Watch what you are doing and
use common sense. Do not operate tool when
you are tired. Do not rush.
CHECK DAMAGED PARTS. Before further use
of the tool, a guard or other part that is damaged
should be carefully checked to determine that it
will operate propedy and perform its intended
function.Check for alignmentof movingparts,
binding of moving parts, breakage of parts,
mounting, and any other conditions that may
affect its operation. A guard or other part that is
damaged should be properly repaired or
replaced by an authorized service center unless
indicated elsewhere in this instructienmanual.
DO NOT USE TOOL IF SWITCH DOES NOT
TURN IT ON AND OFF. Have defective switches
replaced by an authorized service center.
DRUGS, ALCOHOL, MEDICATION. Do not
operate tool while underthe influence of drugs,
alcohol, or=anymedication.
CUTTING INTO ELECTRICAL WIRING IN
WALLS AND FLOORS CAN CAUSE THE
BLADE AND METAL PARTS TO BECOME
ELECTRICALLY LIVE. Do nottouch metal parts
when cuttinginto walls and floors;grasp only the
insulated handle(s) provided on the tool Make
sure hidden electrical wiring,water pipes, and
mechanical hazards are not in the blade path
when cuttinginto a wall orfloor.
INSPECT FOR and remove all nails from lumber
before cuffing.
IMPORTANT SAFETY RULES FOR BATTERY
TOOLS
Battery toolsdo not have to be plugged into an
electricaloutlet; therefore, they are always inan
operatingcondition.Be aware of possible
h=azardswhen carrying your battery tool, when
making adjustTnentsto it, or when changing
accessories.
USE ONLY THE CHARGER PROVIDED WITH
YOUR BATTERY TOOL. Do notsubstituteany
other charger. Use of another charger could
cause batteries to explode causing possible
serious injury.
• DO NOT PLACE BATTERY TOOLS OR THEIR
BATTERIES NEAR FIRE OR HEAT. They may
explode.
• DO NOT CHARGE BATTERY TOOL IN A
DAMP OR WET LOCATION.
Your battery tool should be charged in a location
where the temperature is more than 50°F but
less than 100°F.
Under extreme usage or temperature conditions,
battery leakage may occur. If liquidcomes in
contact with your skin, wash immediatelywith
soap and water, then neutralize with lemonjuice
or vinegar. If liquidgets in your eyes, flush them
with clean water for at least 10 minutes,then
seek immediate medical attention.
If carrying your battery tool at your side, make
sure it is not runningand your finger is not on the
switch. Avoid accidental starting.
SECURE WORK before applying power. NEVER
hold workpiece in your hand or across your legs.
WHEN SERVICING USE ONLY IDENTICAL
CRAFTSMAN REPLACEMENT PARTS,
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR
CHARGER
A
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. T_hismanual
contains important safety and operating
instructionsfor battery charger part number
975283-001:
Before using batterycharger, read all instructions
and cautionary markings inthis manual, on
battery charger, and product usingbattery
charger.
WARNING: To reduce riskof injury,charge
only nickel-cadmiumtype rechargeable batteries.
Other types of batteries may burstcausing
personal injury and damage.
Do not expose charger to rain or snow.
Use of an attachment not recommended or sold
by the battery charger manufacturer may result
in a riskof fire, electric shock, or injuryto
persons.
To reduce riskof damage to charger bodyand
cord, pullby charger body rather than cord when
disconnectingcharger.