Reciprocating Saw Set Up and
Operating Instructions
•DO NOT install the Battery Pack (1) until AFTER you complete the following steps to set up the Reciprocating Saw for use.
•Refer to Figure B1 for the location of the parts of the saw for the following steps.
Outer Ring & Clutch
Guard |
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Figure B1 | Trigger |
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Installing the Saw Blade
1.Choose the correct Saw Blade (B15/ B16) for the material being cut. Fine tooth Saw Blades (B16) are generally used for cutting metal. Saw Blades (B15) with larger teeth are generally used for cutting wood.
2.To avoid accidental injury, make sure to wear heavy duty work gloves when installing the Saw Blade.
3.Open the Outer Ring of the Clutch by turning it counterclockwise. Insert the shank of the Saw Blade (B15/B16) fully into the Chuck, making sure the teeth of the Saw Blade face downward, away from the tool. Then release the Outer Ring and make sure it locks the Saw Blade in place.
Operating the Reciprocating Saw
4.With the Saw Blade installed, squeeze, then release the Trigger
5.Slide a fully charged Battery Pack (1) into the bottom of the Handle of the Reciprocating Saw, making sure that it clicks into place securely. Be sure the Battery Pack (1) is securely seated into the Saw Handle so it will not fall off dur- ing use.
6.Firmly hold the Reciprocating Saw with both hands. Position the Blade near the work piece, depress the Safety Button (B18) and hold the Trigger down. Release the Safety Button once the tool has power. Allow the Saw to come up to full speed before addressing it to the work piece.
IMPORTANT: Do not start the Saw if the Saw Blade (B15/B16) is in contact with anything before operation. If necessary, lift the tool from the work piece before squeezing the Trigger.
7.NEVER cut into areas where you cannot identify any possible hazards behind or inside the surface being cut.
8.In preparation to making a cut, place the Guard on the surface to be cut. Align the Saw Blade with the direction of the cut and slowly lower the saw blade onto the cut line to begin the cut. Do not attempt to cut with the tip of the blade; kickback and damage to the blade could result. Note: When cutting hard woods, a hole should be drilled first to insert the saw blade (see Plunge Cutting on next page).
9.When finished cutting, release the Trig- ger to stop the tool.
10.Remove the Battery Pack (1).
11.Clean, then store the Saw indoors and out of children’s reach.
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