SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
EYE PROTECTION which conf orms to ANSI specifications and pro vides protection
against flying particles both from the FRONT and SIDE should ALWAYS be worn
by the operator and others in the work area when loading, operating or servicing
this tool. Eye protection is required to guard against flying fasteners and debris,
which could cause severe eye injury.
The employer and/or user must ensure that proper eye protection is worn. Eye
protection equipment must conform to the requirements of the American National
Standards Institute, ANSI Z87.1-1989 and provide both frontal and side protection.
NOTE: Non-side shielded spectacles and face shields alone do not provide adequate protection.
CAUTION:
Additional Safety Protection will be required in some en vironments.For
example, the working area may include exposure to noise level which can lead to
hearing damage. The employer and user must ensure that any necessary hearing
protection is provided and used by the operator and others in the work area. Some
environments will require the use of head protection equipment. When required, the
employer and user must ensure that head protection conf orming to ANSI Z89.1 1986
is used.
Always disconnect battery: 1.) Before making adjustments; 2.) When servicing the
tool; 3.) When clearing a jam; 4.) When tool is not in use; 5.) When moving to a different work area, as accidental actuation may occur, possibly causing injury.
OPERATION
Always handle the tool with care: 1.) Never engage in horseplay; 2.) Never pull
the trigger unless nose is directed toward the work; 3.) Keep others a safe distance from the tool while tool is in operation as accidental actuation may occur,
possibly causing injury.
The operator must not hold the trigger pulled except during fastening operation
as injury could result if the trip accidentally contacted someone or something,
causing the tool to cycle .
Keep hands and body away from the discharge area of the tool.
Do not drive fasteners close to the edge of the work piece as the wood may split,
allowing the fastener to be deflected possibly causing injury.
Do not operate tool in explosive atmospheres such as in the presence of flammable
gases, liquids or dust. This tool creates sparks which can ignite fumes or dust.
MAINTAINING THE TOOL
When working on cordless tool note the warnings in this manual and use extra
care when evaluating problem tools.
BATTERY/CHARGER
• To reduce risk of injury, only charge Model BP20419 nickel cadmium batteries
with the Model BC20419 Charger. Other types of batteries may burst causing
personal injury and damage.
• Do not expose Charger to rain, snow or frost.
• Do not abuse the Charger line cord. Disconnect from receptacle by pulling the
plug rather than cord. Locate cord so that it will not be stepped on, tripped
over, or otherwise subjected to damage or stress.
• Do not use an extension cord unless absolutely necessary. Use of improper
extension cord could result in a risk of fire and electric shock. If an extension
cord must be used, make sure:
a) that blades on plug of extension cord are the same number, size and
shape as those of plug on charger
b) that extension cord is properly wired and in good electrical condition
c) that wire size is at least 16 gauge (AWG)
If the charger is used outdoors with an extension cord, the cord should be suitable for outdoor use. Suitable cords are marked with "W" or "WA" on the jacket
and it is recommended that they be listed by the Underwriters Laboratories Inc.
(UL).
• Do not operate the Charger with a damaged line cord or plug – have these
replaced immediately.
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