User manual MAKITA BPB180Z

[. . . ] ENGLISH Cordless Portable Band Saw MODEL BPB180 007297 INSTRUCTION MANUAL WARNING: For your personal safety, READ and UNDERSTAND before using. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. SPECIFICATIONS Model Round workpiece Max. cutting capacity Rectangular workpiece Blade speed Length Blade size Width Thickness Overall dimensions (L x W x H) Net weight Rated voltage 120 mm x 120 mm 1. 4 - 2. 7 m/s 1, 140 mm 13 mm 0. 5 mm 523 mm x 231 mm x 313 mm 6. 4 kg D. C. 18 V BPB180 120 mm dia. · Due to our continuing programme of research and development, the specifications herein are subject to change without notice. [. . . ] Shorting the battery terminals together may cause burns or a fire. 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 or burns. 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 is maintained. Follow instruction for lubricating and changing accessories. Keep handles dry, clean and free from oil and grease. SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES GEB005-3 DO NOT let comfort or familiarity with product (gained from repeated use) replace strict adherence to portable band saw safety rules. If you use this tool unsafely or incorrectly, you can suffer serious personal injury. 1. Use only blades which are 1, 140 mm (44-7/8") long, 13 mm (1/2") wide, and 0. 5 mm (. 020") thick. Check the blade carefully for cracks or damage before operation. Replace cracked or damaged blade immediately. When cutting a bundle of workpieces, be sure that all workpieces are secured together firmly before cutting. Cutting workpieces covered with oil can cause the blade to come off unexpectedly. Wipe off all excess oil from workpieces before cutting. Never use the cutting oil as a cutting lubricant. When cutting metal, be cautious of hot flying chips. 2. 3. 10. Do not leave the tool running unattended. Do not touch the blade or the workpiece immediately after operation; they may be extremely hot and could burn your skin. Hold power tools by insulated gripping surfaces when performing an operation where the cutting tool may contact hidden wiring or its own cord. Contact with a "live" wire will make exposed metal parts of the tool "live" and shock the operator. 4. 5. 4 SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: MISUSE or failure to follow the safety rules stated in this instruction manual may cause serious personal injury. ENC007-2 (3) IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 6. FOR BATTERY CARTRIDGE 1. [. . . ] CAUTION: Applying excessive pressure to the tool or twisting of the blade may cause bevel cutting or damage to the blade. When not using the tool for a long period of time, remove the blade from the tool. If the tool is operated continuously until the battery cartridge has discharged, allow the tool to rest for 15 minutes before proceeding with a fresh battery. · · · Cutting lubricant 007298 1 When cutting metals, use Makita cutting wax as a cutting lubricant. To apply the cutting wax to the blade teeth, start the tool and cut in to the cutting wax as shown in the figure after removing a cap of the cutting wax. [. . . ]