Operating Instructions

To remove battery pack: Depress the battery release button as shown in figure D and pull battery pack out of the tool.

WARNING: Always use proper eye protection that conforms to ANSI Z87.1(CAN/CSA Z94.3) while operating this power tool.

NOTE: Before cutting any type of material, be sure it is firmly anchored or clamped to prevent slipping.

• Place blade and shoe firmly against work to be cut.

• Switch on saw motor and allow it to obtain maximum speed before starting the cut.

• Always hold saw firmly with both hands while cutting as shown in figure D. Whenever possible, the saw shoe must be held firmly against the material being cut. This will prevent the saw from jumping or vibrating and will minimize blade breakage.

trigger Switch

The tool is equipped with a switch lock-off feature to prevent unintentional operation.

• To switch the tool on, press the lock off button (2),

then squeeze the on/off switch (1).

• Releasing the trigger turns the motor OFF. NOTE: This tool has no provision to lock the switch in the ON position, and should never be locked in the ON position by any other means.

Blade Clamp release lever

WARNING: Cut hazard. Turn off and remove battery from tool before making any adjustments or removing or installing attachments or accessories.

WARNING: Cut hazard. Blade breakage may occur if the blade does not extend past the shoe and the workpiece during the cut. Increased risk of personal injury, as well as damage to the shoe and workpiece may result.

To install blade into saw:

1. Open blade clamp release lever to its full open position as shown in figure F.

2. Insert blade shank from the front.

3. Close blade clamp release lever. Check to make sure blade is clamped securely.

Note: Blade can be installed upside-down to assist in flush- to cutting.

To remove blade from saw:

WARNING: Burn hazard. Do not

touch the the blade immediately after use. Contact with the blade may result in personal injury.

1.Open blade clamp release lever to its full open position.

2.Remove blade.

Flush Cutting (Figure G)

• The compact design of the reciprocating saw motor housing and pivoting shoe permit close cutting to floors, corners and other difficult areas.

• To maximize flush cutting capabilities, insert the blade shaft into the blade clamp with the teeth of the blade facing up.

• Turn the saw upside down so you are as close to the work surface as possible.

Wood Cutting (Figure H)

• Before cutting any type of wood, be sure the work piece is firmly anchored or clamped to prevent slipping.

• Place blade and shoe lightly against work to be cut.

• Switch on saw motor before applying pressure.

• Always hold saw firmly with both hands while cutting. Whenever possible, the shoe must be held firmly against the material being cut. This will prevent the saw from jumping or vibrating and minimize blade breakage.

Metal Cutting (Figure I)

• Use a finer blade for ferrous metals and a coarse blade for non-ferrous materials.

• In thin gauge sheet metals it is best to clamp wood to the underside of the sheet. This will ensure a clean cut without excess vibration or tearing of metal.

• Avoid forcing cutting blade as this reduces blade life and causes costly blade breakage.

NOTE: You should spread a thin film of oil or other coolant along the line ahead of the saw cut for easier operation and longer blade life.

For cutting aluminum, kerosene is preferred.

Pocket Cutting - Wood Only (FIGURE J)

• Measure the surface area to be cut and mark clearly with a pencil, chalk or scriber.

• Insert blade in blade clamp and tighten blade clamp securely.

• Tip the saw backward until the bottom edge of the shoe is resting on the work surface.

• Switch motor on, permitting blade to attain maximum speed.

• Grip handle steadily and begin a slow, deliberate upward swing with the handle of the saw.

• The blade will begin to feed into material. Always be sure blade is completely through material before continuing with pocket cut.

NOTE: In areas where blade