Makita CS002G Instruction Manual page 5

3. The lower guard may be retracted manually only for
special cuts such as "plunge cuts" and "compound
cuts". Raise the lower guard by the retracting han-
dle and as soon as the blade enters the material, the
lower guard must be released. For all other sawing,
the lower guard should operate automatically.
Always observe that the lower guard is cover-
4.
ing the blade before placing the saw down on
bench or floor. An unprotected, coasting blade
will cause the saw to walk backwards, cutting
whatever is in its path. Be aware of the time it
takes for the blade to stop after switch is released.
5. To check lower guard, open lower guard by hand,
then release and watch guard closure. Also check
to see that retracting handle does not touch
tool housing. Leaving blade exposed is VERY
DANGEROUS and can lead to serious personal injury.
Additional safety warnings
Intended use
1.
This tool is intended to cut mild steel only.
2. Do not stop the blades by lateral pressure on
the saw blade.
3. DANGER:
Do not attempt to remove cut material when
blade is moving.
CAUTION: Blades coast after turn off.
4. Place the wider portion of the saw base on
that part of the workpiece which is solidly
supported, not on the section that will fall off
when the cut is made. If the workpiece is short
or small, clamp it down. DO NOT TRY TO HOLD
SHORT PIECES BY HAND!
Never attempt to make a cut with the tool held
5.
upside down in a vise. This is extremely dan-
gerous and can lead to serious accidents.
Wear safety goggles and hearing protection
6.
during operation.
7. Do not use any abrasive wheels.
8. Only use the saw blade with the diameter that
is marked on the tool or specified in the man-
ual. Use of an incorrectly sized blade may affect
the proper guarding of the blade or guard opera-
tion which could result in serious personal injury.
9. Always use the saw blade intended for cutting
the material that you are going to cut.
10. Only use the saw blades that are marked with a speed
equal or higher than the speed marked on the tool.
11. Before setting the tool down after completing a
cut, be sure that the guard has closed and the
blade has come to a complete stop.
12. Some material contains chemicals which may be
toxic. Take caution to prevent dust inhalation and
skin contact. Follow material supplier safety data.
13. Wear a dust mask and hearing protection when
use the tool.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
WARNING:
DO NOT let comfort or familiarity
with product (gained from repeated use) replace
strict adherence to safety rules for the subject
product. MISUSE or failure to follow the safety
rules stated in this instruction manual may cause
serious personal injury.
Symbols
The followings show the symbols used for tool.
volts
direct current
no load speed
diameter
revolutions or reciprocation per minute
Important safety instructions for
battery cartridge
Before using battery cartridge, read all instruc-
1.
tions and cautionary markings on (1) battery
charger, (2) battery, and (3) product using
battery.
Do not disassemble or tamper with the battery
2.
cartridge. It may result in a fire, excessive heat,
or explosion.
If operating time has become excessively
3.
shorter, stop operating immediately. It may
result in a risk of overheating, possible burns
and even an explosion.
If electrolyte gets into your eyes, rinse them
4.
out with clear water and seek medical atten-
tion right away. It may result in loss of your
eyesight.
5. Do not short the battery cartridge:
Do not touch the terminals with any con-
(1)
ductive material.
(2) Avoid storing battery cartridge in a con-
tainer with other metal objects such as
nails, coins, etc.
(3) Do not expose battery cartridge to water
or rain.
A battery short can cause a large current
flow, overheating, possible burns and even a
breakdown.
Do not store and use the tool and battery car-
6.
tridge in locations where the temperature may
reach or exceed 50 °C (122 °F).
7. Do not incinerate the battery cartridge even if
it is severely damaged or is completely worn
out. The battery cartridge can explode in a fire.
8. Do not nail, cut, crush, throw, drop the battery
cartridge, or hit against a hard object to the
battery cartridge. Such conduct may result in a
fire, excessive heat, or explosion.
Do not use a damaged battery.
9.
10. The contained lithium-ion batteries are subject
to the Dangerous Goods Legislation require-
ments.
For commercial transports e.g. by third parties,
forwarding agents, special requirement on pack-
aging and labeling must be observed.
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