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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 hazardoussituation.
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 batterypack.
b ) Use power tools only with specifically designated 
battery packs. Use of any other battery packs may 
create a risk of injury andfire.
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 afire.
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 orburns.
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 ismaintained.
Additional Safety Rules for Reciprocating 
Saw
• Hold power tool by insulated gripping surfaces, 
when performing an operation where the cutting 
accessory may contact 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.
• Use clamps or another practical way to secure and 
support the workpiece to a stable platform. Holding 
the work by hand or against your body leaves it unstable 
and may lead to loss of control.
• Hold saw firmly with both hands for all cutting 
operations. During cutting operations, the blade may 
suddenly bind in the work and may cause the saw to 
kickback towards the operator.
• Keep hands away from moving parts. Never place 
your hands near the cutting area.
• Use extra caution when cutting overhead and pay 
particular attention to overhead wires which may 
be hidden from view. Anticipate the path of falling 
branches and debris ahead of time.
• 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.
Additional Safety Information
WARNING: ALWAYS use safety glasses. Everyday 
eyeglasses are NOT safety glasses. Also use face or 
dust mask if cutting operation is dusty. ALWAYS WEAR 
CERTIFIED SAFETYEQUIPMENT:
• ANSI Z87.1 eye protection (CAN/CSA Z94.3),
• ANSI S12.6 (S3.19) hearing protection,
• NIOSH/OSHA/MSHA respiratoryprotection.
WARNING: Some dust created by power sanding, 
sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction 
activities contains chemicals known to the State 
of California to cause cancer, birth defects or 
other reproductive harm. Some examples of these 
chemicalsare:
• lead from lead-based paints,
• crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other 
masonry products, and
• arsenic and chromium from chemically-
treatedlumber.
Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on how 
often you do this type of work. To reduce your exposure to 
these chemicals: work in a well ventilated area, and work with 
approved safety equipment, such as those dust masks that are 
specially designed to filter out microscopicparticles.
• Avoid prolonged contact with dust from power 
sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other 
construction activities. Wear protective clothing and 
wash exposed areas with soap and water. Allowing 
dust to get into your mouth, eyes, or lay on the skin may 
promote absorption of harmfulchemicals.
WARNING: Use of this tool can generate and/
or disperse dust, which may cause serious and 
permanent respiratory or other injury. Always use 
NIOSH/OSHA approved respiratory protection 
appropriate for the dust exposure. Direct particles 
away from face andbody.
WARNING: Always wear proper personal hearing 
protection that conforms to ANSI S12.6 (S3.19) 
during use. Under some conditions and duration 
of use, noise from this product may contribute to 
hearingloss.
CAUTION: When not in use, place tool on its side 
on a stable surface where it will not cause a 
tripping or falling hazard. Some tools with large 
battery packs will stand upright on the battery pack 
but may be easily knockedover.
• Air vents often cover moving parts and should be 
avoided. Loose clothes, jewelry or long hair can be 
caught in movingparts.
The label on your tool may include the following symbols. The 
symbols and their definitions are asfollows:
V.........................volts
Hz .......................hertz
min.....................minutes
 or DC......direct current
 ......................Class I Construction 
(grounded)
…/min.............. per minute
BPM....................beats per minute
IPM.....................impacts per minute