Panasonic EY4550 - Manual (Page 5)

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This tool, as a complete unit with a battery
pack, satisfies appropriate IP Degrees of
Protection based on the IEC regulations.
Definition of IP code
IP5X: Ingress of dust is not totally
prevented, but dust shall not penetrate in
a quantity to interfere with satisfactory
operation of the tool or to impair safety (In
case that the talcum powder under 75 μm
intrudes inside the tool)
IPX6: Water projected in powerful jets
against the tool from any direction shall
have no harmful effects (In case that, with
a nozzle of 12.5 mm inner diameter,
approximately 100 L/min of normal
temperature water is injected to the tool
for 3 minutes from 3 meter distance)
LIMITED WARRANTY
The rating of IP56 qualifies this tool for the
minimum impact of water or dust, but not
for the assurance of performance in such
conditions. See Safety and Operating
Instructions for further details for proper
operation.
I. INTENDED USE
Thank you for purchasing the
Panasonic Jigsaw. This jigsaw can be
used with Panasonic rechargeable
batteries to provide excellent cutting
performance. The jigsaw is for cutting
metal, wood, and drywall only.
Read the “Safety Instructions” booklet
and the following before using.
II. ADDITIONAL
SAFETY RULES
1) Hold tool by insulated gripping
surfaces when performing an
operation where the cutting tool
may contact hidden wiring.
Contact with a “live” wire will also
make exposed metal parts of the tool
“live” and shock the operator.
2) 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.
3) Keep hands away from cutting
area and blade. Keep your
insulated gripping surfaces. If
both hands are holding the tool, they
cannot be cut by the blade.
4) Never hold piece being cut in
your hands or across your leg. It
is important to support the work
properly to minimize body exposure
or loss of control.
5) Be aware that this tool is always
in an operating condition, since it
does not have to be plugged into
an electrical outlet.
6) Always use safety goggles or
glasses with side shields.
Ordinary eye or sun glasses are
NOT safety glasses.
7) When this tool is used for
woodworking in confined areas
(e.g. indoors), wear dust mask.
8) Avoid cutting nails. Inspect
workpiece for any nails and
remove them before operation.
9) Do not cut oversized workpiece.
10) Check for the proper clearance
beyond the workpiece before
cutting so that the blade will not
strike the floor, workbench, etc.
11) Hold the tool firmly.
12) Make sure the blade is not
contacting the workpiece before
the switch is turned on.
13) Keep hands away from moving
parts.
14) Do not touch the blade or
workpiece immediately after
operation; they may be extremely
hot and could burn your skin.
15) Never swing tool.
16) Do not use blades which are
deformed or cracked.
17) Do not use blades which do not
comply with the characteristics
specified in these instructions.