Manual DeWalt DCS381-XE Reciprocating Saw

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• Replacement of the supply cord. If the supply cord is damaged, it must be

replaced by the manufacturer or an authorised DEWALT Service Centre in order

to avoid a hazard.

Extension Cords

CAUTION: Use only extension cords that are approved by the country’s Electrical

Authority. Before using extension cords, inspect them for loose or exposed wires,

damaged insulation and defective fittings. Replace the cord if necessary.

MINIMUM GAUGE FOR CORD SETS

For Cable length (m): 7.5 15 25 30 45 60

Use Cable with minimum rating (Amperes)

Tool Amperes

0 - 3.4 7.5 7.5 7.5 7.5 7.5 7.5

3.5 - 5.0 7.5 7.5 7.5 7.5 10 15

5.1 - 7.0 10 10 10 10 15 15

7.1 - 12.0 15 15 15 15 20 20

12.1 - 20.0 20 20 20 20 25 –

Additional Specific Safety Rules for Reciprocating Saws

• Hold power tool by insulated gripping surfaces, when performing an operation

where the cutting accessory may contact hidden wiring. Cutting accessory

contacting a “live” wire may make exposed metal parts of the power tool “live”

and could give the operator an electric shock.

• Use clamps or another practical way to secure and support the workpiece to

a stable platform. Holding the work by hand or against your body leaves it

unstable and may lead to loss of control.

• Hold saw firmly with both hands for all cutting operations. During cutting

operations, the blade may suddenly bind in the work and may cause the saw to

kickback towards the operator.

• Keep hands away from moving parts. Never place your hands near the cutting

area.

• Use extra caution when cutting overhead and pay particular attention to

overhead wires which may be hidden from view. Anticipate the path of falling

branches and debris ahead of time.

• Do not operate this tool for long periods of time. Vibration caused by the

operating action of this tool may cause permanent injury to fingers, hands, and

arms. Use gloves to provide extra cushion, take frequent rest periods, and limit

daily time of use.

WARNING: We recommend the use of a residual current device with a residual

current rating of 30mA or less.

WARNING: ALWAYS wear approved protective safety equipment complying with

the following standards:

• Eye protection: AS/NZS1337 Eye Protectors for Industrial Applications;

• Hearing protection: AS/NZS1270 Acoustics – Hearing Protection;

• Respiratory protection: AS/NZS1716 Respiratory Protective Devices.

WARNING: Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and

other construction activities contains chemicals known to cause cancer, birth defects

or other reproductive harm. Some examples of these chemicals are:

• lead from lead-based paints,

• crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products, and

• arsenic and chromium from chemically-treated lumber.

Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on how often you do this type of

work. To reduce your exposure to these chemicals: work in a well ventilated area, and

work with approved safety equipment, such as those dust masks that are specially

designed to filter out microscopic particles.

• Avoid prolonged contact with dust from power sanding, sawing, grinding,

drilling, and other construction activities. Wear protective clothing and wash

exposed areas with soap and water. Allowing dust to get into your mouth, eyes,

or lay on the skin may promote absorption of harmful chemicals.

WARNING: Use of this tool can generate and/or disburse dust, which may cause

serious and permanent respiratory or other injury. Always use NIOSH/OSHA approved

respiratory protection appropriate for the dust exposure. Direct particles away from

face and body.

WARNING: Always wear proper personal hearing protection that conforms to

AS/NZS1270 during use. Under some conditions and duration of use, noise from this

product may contribute to hearing loss.

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