Black & Decker Vpx1301 Instruction Manual

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Intended use

Your Black & Decker cordless hand-held saw has been designed for sawing wood and sheet metal. This tool is intended for consumer use only.

Safety instructions

General power tool safety warnings

Warning! Read all safety warnings and all

instructions. Failure to follow all instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.

Save all warnings and instructions for future reference.

The term "power tool" in all of the warnings listed below refers to your mains operated (corded) power tool or battery operated (cordless) power tool.

1. Work area safety a. Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered and dark

areas invite accidents.

b. Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres,

such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases or dust. Power tools create sparks which may ignite the dust or

fumes.

c. Keep children and bystanders away while operating a

power tool. Distractions can cause you to lose contr ol.

2. Electrical safety a. Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never modify

the plug in any way. Do not use any adapter plugs with earthed (grounded) power tools. Unmodified plugs and

matching outlets will reduce risk of electric shock.

b. Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded sur faces

such as pipes, radiators, ranges and refrigerators. There

is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is earthed or grounded.

c. Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions.

Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of electric shock.

d. Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for carrying,

pulling or unplugging the power tool. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts. Damaged or

entangled cords increase the risk of electric shock.

e. When operating a power tool outdoors, use an

extension cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of a cord

suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock.

f. If operating a power tool in a damp location is

unavoidable, use a residual current device (RCD) protected supply. Use of an RCD reduces the risk of

electric shock.

3. Personal safety a. Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common

sense when operating a power tool. Do not use a power tool while you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment of inattention while

operating power tools may result in serious personal injury.

b. Use personal protective equipment. Always wear eye

protection. Protective equipment such as dust mask, non -

skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection used for appropriate conditions will reduce personal injuries.

c. Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is in

the off-position before connecting to power source and/ or battery pack, picking up or carrying the tool. Carrying

power tools with your finger on the switch or energising power tools that have the switch on invites accidents.

d. Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning th e

power tool on. A wrench or a key left attached to a rotating

part of the power tool may result in personal injury.

e. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all

times. This enables better control of the power tool in

unexpected situations.

f. Dress properly . Do not wear loose clothing or jewel lery .

Keep your hair, clothing and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewellery or long hair can be caught in

moving parts.

g. If devices are provided for the connection of dust

extraction and collection facilities, ensure these are connected and properly used. Use of these devices can

reduce dust related hazards

4. Power tool use and care a. Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power tool

for your application.

better and safer at the rate for which it was designed.

b. Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn it

on and off. Any power tool that cannot be controlled with the

switch is dangerous and must be repaired.

c. Disconnect the plug from the power source and/or the

battery pack from the power tool before making any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing power tools. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of

starting the power tool accidentally.

d. Store idle power tools out of the reach of children and

do not allow persons unfamiliar with th e power tool or these instructions to operate the power tool. Power tools

are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.

e. Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment or

binding of moving parts, breakage of parts and any other condition that may affect the power tools operation. If damaged, have the power tool repaired before use. Many accidents are caused by poorly

maintained power tools.

The correct power tool will do the job

f. Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Prope rly maintained

cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control.

g. Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc. in

accordance with these instructions, taking into account the working conditions and the work to be perfor med.

Use of the power tool for operations different from those intended could result in a hazardous situation.

5. Battery tool use and care a. Recharge only with the charger specified by the

manufacturer. A charger that is suitable for on e type of

battery pack may create a risk of fire when used with another battery pack.

b. Use power tools only with specifically designated

battery packs. Use of any other battery packs may

create a risk of injury and fire.

c. When battery pack is not in use, keep it away from

other metal objects, like paper clips, coins, keys, nails, screws or other small metal objects, that can make a connection from one terminal to another.

Shorting the battery terminals together may cause burns or a fire.

d. 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.

6. Service a. Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair

person using only identical replacement parts. This will

make sure that the safety of the p ower tool is mainta ined.

Additional power tool safety warnings

Warning! Additional safety warnings for cordless

hand-held saws.

X Hold the tool by the 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.

X 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.

X Keep hands away from cutting area. Never reach

underneath the work piece any reason. Do not insert fingers or thumb into the vicinity of the reciprocating blade and blade clamp.

X Keep blades sharp. 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.

X When cutting pipe or conduit, make sure that they are free

from water, electrical wiring, etc.

X Do not touch the workpiece or the blade immediately after

operating the tool. They can become very hot.

X Be aware of hidden hazards, before cutting into walls,

floors or ceilings, check for the location of wiring and pipes.

X The blade will continue to move 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. Warning! Contact with, or inhalation of dusts arising from cutting applications may endanger the health of the operator and possible bystanders. Wear a dust mask specifically designed for protection against dust and fumes and ensure that persons within or entering the work area are also protected.

X This tool is not intended for use by persons (including

children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental

capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge,

unless they have been given supervision or instruction

concerning use of the appliance by a person

responsible for their safety. Children should be

supervised to ensure that they do not play with the

appliance.

X The intended use is described in this instruction manual.

The use of any accessory or attachment or performance

of any operation with this tool other than those

recommended in this instruction manual may present a

risk of personal injury and/or damage to property

Vibration

The declared vibration emission values stated in the technical data and the declaration of conformity have been measured in accordance with a standard test method provided by EN 60745 and may be used for comparing one tool with another. The declared vibration emission value may also be used in a preliminary assessment of exposure.

Warning! The vibration emission value during actual use of the power tool can differ from the declared value depending on the ways in which the tool is used. The vibration level may increase above the level stated.

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