A guard or other part that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced by an authorized service center unless indicated elsewhere in this operator's manual. ¦ 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 under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or any medication. ¦ CUTTING INTO ELECTRICAL WIRING IN WALLS AND FLOORS CAN CAUSE THE BLADE AND METAL PARTS TO BECOME ELECTRICALLY LIVE. Do not touch metal parts when cutting into 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 cutting into a wall or floor. ¦ INSPECT FOR and remove all nails from lumber before cutting. IMPORTANT SAFETY RULES FOR BATTERY TOOLS ¦ Battery tools do not have to be plugged into an electrical outlet; therefore, they are always in an operating condition. Be aware of possible hazards when carrying your battery tool, when making adjustments to it, or when changing accessories. ¦ USE ONLY THE CHARGER PROVIDED WITH YOUR BATTERY TOOL. Do not substitute any 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 liquid comes in contact with your skin, wash immediately with soap and water, then neutralize with lemon juice or vinegar. If liquid gets 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 running and 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 REPLACEMENT PARTS. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR CHARGER ¦ SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. This manual contains important safety and operating instructions for battery charger part numbers 1400667 and 1400677. ¦ Before using battery charger, read all instructions and cautionary markings in this manual, on battery charger, and product using battery charger. WARNING: To reduce risk of injury, charge only nickel-cadmium type rechargeable batteries. Other types of batteries may burst causing 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 risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons. ¦ To reduce risk of damage to charger body and cord, pull by charger body rather than cord when disconnecting charger. ¦ Make sure cord is located so that it will not be stepped on, tripped over, or otherwise subjected to damage or stress. ¦ An extension cord should not be used unless absolutely necessary. Use of improper extension cord could result in a risk of fire and electric shock. If extension cord must be used, make sure: a. That pins on plug of extension cord are the same number, size and shape as those of plug on charger. b. That extension cord is properly wired and in good electrical condition; and Page 4 RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION (Continued) Cord Length (Feet) 25' 50' 100' Cord Size (AWG) 16 16 16 c. That wire size is large enough for AC ampere rating of charger as specified below: ¦ operation requires the resting of the saw on the workpiece, the saw should be rested on the larger portion and the smaller piece cut off. LOWER BLADE GUARD. NOTE: AWG = American Wire Gage ¦ DO NOT OPERATE CHARGER WITH A DAMAGED CORD OR PLUG. If damaged, have replaced immediately by a qualified serviceman. ¦ Do not operate charger if it has received a sharp blow, been dropped, or otherwise damaged in any way; take it to a qualified serviceman. WARNING: If lower blade guard must be raised to make a cut, always raise it with the retracting handle to avoid serious injury. See Figure 22, Page 17. ¦ GUARD AGAINST KICKBACK. Kickback occurs when ¦ Do not disassemble charger; take it to a authorized the saw stalls rapidly and is driven back towards the serviceman when service or repair is required. Incorrect operator. Release switch immediately if blade binds or reassembly may result in a risk of electric shock or fire. saw stalls. Don't remove saw from work during a cut ¦ To reduce risk of electric shock, unplug charger from while the blade is moving. See Pages 12 and 13. outlet before attempting any maintenance or cleaning. ¦ BEFORE MAKING A CUT, BE SURE THE DEPTH Turning off controls will not reduce this risk. AND BEVEL ADJUSTMENTS ARE TIGHT. ¦ Do not use charger outdoors. ¦ USE ONLY CORRECT BLADES. Do not use blades ¦ Disc...