User manual BLACK & DECKER KS455

[. . . ] Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces such as pipes, radiators, ranges and refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is earthed or grounded. Do not expose po wer tools to rain or wet conditions. Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of electric shock. [. . . ] Holding the work by hand or against your body leaves it unstable and may lead to loss of control. Never reach underneath the work piece for any reason. Do not insert fingers or thumb into the vicinity of the reciprocating blade and blade clamp. Do not stabilize the saw by gripping the shoe. Dull or damaged blades may cause the saw to swerve or stall under pressure. Always use the appropriate type of saw blade for the workpiece material and type of cut. When cutting pipe or conduit, make sure that they are free from water, electrical wiring, etc. Do not touch the workpiece or the blade immediately after operating the tool. Be aware of hidden hazards, before cutting into walls, floors or ceilings, check for the location of wiring and pipes. the blade will continue to mo ve after releasing the switch. Always switch the tool off and wait for the saw blade to come to a complete standstill before putting the tool down. This appliance is not intended for use by young or infirm persons without supervision. Children must be supervised to ensure they do not play with the appliance. Contact with, or inhalation of dusts arising from cutting applications may endanger the health of the operator and possible bystanders. Weara dust mask specifically designed for protection against dust and fumes and ensure that persons within or entering the work area are also protected. Electrical safety This tool is double insulated; therefore no earth wire is required. Always check that the power supply corresponds to the voltage on the rating plate. If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or an authorised Black & Decker service centre in order to avoid a hazard. This tool includes some or all of the following features: 1. Saw blade support roller Before attempting any of the following operations, make sure that the tool is switched off and unplugged and that the saw blade has stopped. Adjusting the saw blade support roller (fig. Push the blade support roller (5) forward until it touches the back edge of the saw blade (7). [. . . ] Never let any liquid get inside the tool and never immerse any part of the tool into liquid This product must not be disposed of with normal household waste. Should you find one day that your appliance needs replacement, or if it is of no further use to you, think of the protection of the environment. Black & Decker repair agents will accept old Black & Decker tools and ensure that they are disposed of in an environmentally safe way. Separate collection of used products and packaging allows materials to be recycled and used again. [. . . ]