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(3)Hold the body firmly until the saw blade completely cuts into the material. (Fig. 26, Fig. 27)
Fig. 26
Fig. 27
CAUTION:
Avoid plunge cutting for metallic materials. This can easily damage the blade.
Never pull the switch trigger while the tip of the saw blade tip is pressed against the material. If you do so, the blade can easily be damaged when it collides with the material.
Make absolutely sure that you cut slowly while holding the body firmly. If you apply any unreasonable force to the saw blade during the cutting operation, the blade can easily be damaged.
MAINTENANCE AND INSPECTION
WARNING: Be sure to switch power OFF and disconnect the plug from the receptacle during maintenance and inspection.
1.Inspecting the blade
Continued use of a dull or damaged blade will result in reduced cutting efficiency and may cause overloading of the motor. Replace the blade with a new one as soon as excessive abrasion is noted.
2.Inspecting the mounting screws
Regularly inspect all mounting screws and ensure that they are properly tightened. Should any of the screws be loosened, retighten them immediately.
WARNING: Using this reciprocating saw with loosen screws is extremely dangerous.
3.Maintenance of the motor
The motor unit winding is the very “heart“ of the power tool. Exercise due care to ensure the winding does noto become damaged and/or wet with oil or water.
4.Inspecting the carbon brushes (Fig. 28)
The Motor employs carbon brushes which are consumable parts. When they become worn to or near the “wear limit”, it could result in motor trouble. When an
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