4SERVICE21. Tool service must be performed only byqualified repair personnel. Service or main-tenance performed by unqualified personnelmay result in a risk of injury.22. When servicing a tool, use only identicalreplacement parts. Follow instructions inthe Maintenance section of this manual.Use of unauthorized parts or failure to followMaintenance instructions may create a risk ofshock or injury.SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES USB029-2DO NOT let comfort or familiarity with product (gained fromrepeated use) replace strict adherence to cordless recipro sawsafety rules. If you use this tool unsafely or incorrectly, you cansuffer serious personal injury.1. Hold tool by insulated gripping surfaceswhen performing an operation where thecutting tool may contact hidden wiring.Contact with a “live” wire will make exposedmetal parts of the tool “live” and shock theoperator.2. Be aware that this tool is always in anoperating condition, because it does nothave to be plugged into an electrical out-let.3. Always use safety glasses or goggles.Ordinary eye or sun glasses are NOTsafety glasses.4. Avoid cutting nails. Inspect workpiece forany nails and remove them before opera-tion.5. Do not cut oversize workpiece.6. Check for the proper clearance beyond theworkpiece before cutting so that the bladewill not strike the floor, workbench, etc.7. Hold the tool firmly.8. Make sure the blade is not contacting theworkpiece before the switch is turned on.9. Keep hands away from moving parts.10. Always switch off and wait for the blade tocome to a complete stop before removingthe blade from the workpiece.11. Do not touch the blade or the workpieceimmediately after operation; they may beextremely hot and could burn your skin.12. Some material contains chemicals whichmay be toxic. Take caution to preventdust inhalation and skin contact. Followmaterial supplier safety data.