visibility is limited, use the edge

 

shoe is firmly against the workpiece.

of the shoe as a guide.

 

This will improve operator control and

PROJECT TIPS

 

minimize vibration.

Cut only with sharp blades; they cut

For longer blade life, use bi-metal blades.

 

These utilize a carbon steel back welded

 

cleaner, faster and put less strain on the

 

 

 

to high speed steel teeth making the blade

 

motor while cutting.

 

 

 

 

more flexible and less prone to breaking.

When cutting, always ensure that the

 

 

 

Troubleshooting

 

 

Problem

Possible Cause

 

 

Possible Solution

• Tool will not turn on.

• Battery pack not installed properly.

• Check battery pack

 

 

• Battery pack not charged.

installation.

 

 

• Check battery pack

• Battery pack will not charge. • Battery pack not inserted into charger.

charging requirements.

• Insert battery pack into

 

 

• Charger not plugged in.

charger until LED illuminates.

 

 

• Plug charger into a

 

 

 

 

 

working outlet. Refer to

 

 

 

 

 

“Important Charging Notes”

 

 

• Surrounding air temperature

for more details.

 

 

• Move charger and battery

 

 

too hot or too cold.

 

 

pack to a surrounding air

 

 

 

 

 

temperature of above

 

 

 

 

 

40 degrees F (4,5°C) or

 

 

 

 

 

below 105 degrees F

• Unit shuts off abruptly.

• Battery pack has reached its

(+40,5°C).

• Allow battery pack to cool

 

 

maximum thermal limit.

 

down.

 

 

• Out of charge. ( To

 

 

• Place on charger and

 

 

maximize the life of the

allow to charge.

 

 

battery pack it is designed

 

 

 

to shutoff abruptly when

 

 

 

the charge is depleted.)

 

For assistance with your product, visit our website www.blackanddecker.com for the location of the service

center nearest you or call the BLACK & DECKER help line at 1-800-544-6986.

Maintenance

or send your tool to a Black & Decker

WARNING: remove battery

service center, or authorized service

from SAW WHEN PERFORMING ANY

station, for a complete cleaning, inspection

CLEANING OR OTHER MAINTENANCE.

and lubrication. Tools “out of service” for

WHEN SERVICING USE ONLY

long periods should be relubricated before

IDENTICAL REPLACEMENT PARTS.

being put back to work.

• Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic

Accessories

parts. Most plastics are susceptible to

Your reciprocating saw will accept up to a

various types of commercial solvents and

12 inch long blade. Always use the shortest

may be damaged by their use. Use only

blade suitable for your project. Longer blades

mild soap and damp cloth to clean the tool.

are more likely to be bent or damaged during

Never let any liquid get inside the tool; never

use. During operation, some longer blades

immerse any part of the tool into a liquid.

may vibrate or shake if the saw is not kept in

• When electric tools are used on

contact with the workpiece.

fiberglass boats, sports cars, drywall

WARNING: Since accessories, other

etc.,they are subject to accelerated wear

than those offered by Black & Decker, have

and possible premature failure, as the

not been tested with this product, use of such

fiberglass chips and grindings and drywall

accessories with this tool could be

dust are highly abrasive to bearings,

hazardous. To reduce the risk of injury, only

brushes, commutator, etc. During any

Black & Decker recommended accessories

use on fiberglass or drywall it is extremely

should be used with this product.

important that the tool be cleaned

A complete line of accessories is available from

frequently by blowing with an air jet.

your Black & Decker Factory Service Center or

LUBRICATION

a Black & Decker Authorized Warranty Service

Your tool was properly lubricated before

Center. Please visit our Web Site www.

leaving the factory. Once every year take

blackanddecker.com for a catalog or for the

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