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overloaded. Then turn the tool on to restart.

If the tool does not start, the battery is

overheated. In this situation, let the battery

cool before turning the tool on again.

Low battery voltage:

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The remaining battery capacity is too low and

the tool will not operate. In this situation,

remove and recharge the battery.

NOTE:

The overheat protection works only with a battery

cartridge with a star mark.

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Switch action

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CAUTION:

Before inserting the battery cartridge into the tool,

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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

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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.

1. Star marking

1. Switch lever

Indication lamp with multi function

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Indication lamps are located in two positions.

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Battery cartridge replacing signal

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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.

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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.

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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

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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.

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First use a hex wrench to loosen the screw.

1. Indicating lamp

1. Hex wrench

2. Screw