. OPERATION
Hold tool by the insulated gripping surfaces when performing an oper- ation where the cutting tool may contact hidden wiring.
Always wear safety goggles or glasses with side shields.
Adjusting shoe
When the blade loses its cutting effi- ciency in one place along its cutting edge, reposition the shoe to utilize a sharp, unused portion of its cutting edge. This will help to lengthen the life of the blade. To reposition the shoe, loosen the shoe lock lever counter- clockwise and slide the shoe forward or back to the desired position. Then tighten the lever clockwise to firmly secure the shoe.
Shoe lock lever
Shoe
Switch action
CAUTION:
Before inserting the battery pack into the tool, always check to see that the trigger switch actuates properly and returns to the “OFF” position when released.
Switch lock lever
Trigger switch
To prevent the trigger switch from being accidentally pulled, a
To start the motor, press the switch lock lever, then squeeze the trigger switch.
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of injury, keep hands away from the blade and other moving parts.
Starting and Stopping
To start the tool, grasp the handle firmly. Press the switch lock lever, which can be pressed in from either left or right side of the tool.
Then pull the trigger switch.
To stop the tool, release the trigger. Allow the tool to come to a complete stop before removing the blade from a partial cut or before laying the tool down.
Controlling speed by Trig- ger Switch
The reciprocating saw is equipped with a trigger speed control switch. It may be operated at any speed from zero stroke per minute to full speed. Always start tool before blade contacts the workpiece. To vary the speed, simply increase or decrease the pressure on the trigger. The further the trigger is pulled, the greater the speed.
Cutting materials
Before the blade contacts the work- piece, grasp the handle firmly and pull the trigger. Begin cutting at slow speed, gradually increasing speed as you cut. When cutting into materials or hard materials that can not be cut from an edge, drill a starting hole larg- er than the widest part of the blade.
CAUTION:
•Always press the shoe firmly against the workpiece during oper- ation. If the shoe is held away from the workpiece during operation, strong vibration and/or twisting will be produced, causing the blade to snap dangerously.
•Always wear gloves to protect your hands from flying hot chips when
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