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IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
ENC007-4
FOR BATTERY CARTRIDGE
1. Before using battery cartridge, read all
instructions and cautionary markings on (1)
battery charger, (2) battery, and (3) product using
battery.
2. Do not disassemble battery cartridge.
3. If operating time has become excessively shorter,
stop operating immediately. It may result in a risk
of overheating, possible burns and even an
explosion.
4. If electrolyte gets into your eyes, rinse them out
with clear water and seek medical attention right
away. It may result in loss of your eyesight.
5. Do not short the battery cartridge:
(1) Do not touch the terminals with any
conductive material.
(2) Avoid storing battery cartridge in a container
with other metal objects such as nails, coins,
etc.
(3) Do not expose battery cartridge to water or
rain.
A battery short can cause a large current flow,
overheating, possible burns and even a
breakdown.
6. Do not store the tool and battery cartridge in
locations where the temperature may reach or
exceed 50°C (122°F).
7. Do not incinerate the battery cartridge even if it is
severely damaged or is completely worn out. The
battery cartridge can explode in a fire.
8. Be careful not to drop or strike battery.
9. Do not use dropped or struck battery.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
Tips for maintaining maximum battery life
1. Charge the battery cartridge before completely
discharged.
Always stop tool operation and charge the battery
cartridge when you notice less tool power.
2. Never recharge a fully charged battery cartridge.
Overcharging shortens the battery service life.
3. Charge the battery cartridge with room
temperature at 10°C - 40°C (50°F - 104°F). Let a hot
battery cartridge cool down before charging it.
FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION
CAUTION:
• Always be sure that the tool is switched off and the
battery cartridge is removed before adjusting or
checking function on the tool.
Installing or removing battery cartridge
(Fig. 1)
• Always switch off the tool before insertion or removal of
the battery cartridge.
• To remove the battery cartridge, withdraw it from the
tool while sliding the button on the front of the cartridge.
• To insert the battery cartridge, align the tongue on the
battery cartridge with the groove in the housing and slip
it into place. Always insert it all the way until it locks in
place with a little click. If you can see the red part on
the upper side of the button, it is not locked completely.
Insert it fully until the red part cannot be seen. If not, it
may accidentally fall out of the tool, causing injury to
you or someone around you.
• Do not use force when inserting the battery cartridge. If
the cartridge does not slide in easily, it is not being
inserted correctly.
Switch action (Fig. 2)
CAUTION:
• Before inserting the battery cartridge into the tool,
always check to see that the switch lever actuates
properly and returns to the “OFF” position when the
rear of the switch lever is depressed.
• Switch can be locked in “ON” position for ease of
operator comfort during extend use. Apply caution
when locking tool in “OFF” position and maintain firm
grasp on tool.
To start the tool, slide the switch lever toward the “I (ON)”
position. For continuous operation, press the front of the
switch lever to lock it.
To stop the tool, press the rear of the switch lever, then
slide it toward the “O (OFF)” position.
Indication lamp with multi function
(Fig. 3)
Indication lamps are located in two positions.
- Battery cartridge replacing signal
- When the battery power is almost used up during
operation, the red lamp lights up and the tool stops
immediately. Replace the battery with fully charged
one when the red lamp lights up.
- Accidental re-start preventive function
- Even if the battery cartridge is inserted on the tool
with the slide switch in the “I (ON)” position, the tool
does not start. At this time, the lamp flickers slowly
and this shows that the accidental re-start
preventive function is at work.
- To start the tool, first slide the slide switch toward the
“O (OFF)” position and then slide it toward the “I
(ON)” position.
ASSEMBLY
CAUTION:
• Always be sure that the tool is switched off and the
battery cartridge is removed before carrying out any
work on the tool.
Adjusting the blade clearance
For BJS160 and BJS161 only
Adjust the clearance between the side blade and the
center blade according to the thickness of the workpiece.
(Fig. 4)
First use a hex wrench to loosen the screw. (Fig. 5)
Then use the hex wrench to adjust the clearance by
tightening or loosening the bolt. There may be a slight
difference between clearance of both sides of the center
blade.
