Kawasaki 840068 instruction manual Metal Cutting, Accessories, Maintenance and Cleaning

• Mark out the line to be cut so it is easily visible.

• Start inside the area to be cut out.

• Depress the lock-on button and press the trigger to start the saw.

• Set the shoe against the work piece.

• When the blade reaches full speed, slowly feed the blade into the work piece.

METAL CUTTING

Never use gasoline or any flammable liquid as a lubricant. Sparking from the motor may cause it to ignite into flames.

• When cutting metals other then	OIL
copper, brass or aluminum,
always use a lubricant, such
as cutting oil, to keep the
blade cool. This
will prolong
the life of the
blade as well
as speeding
up the cutting
process.
• Make sure
the work
piece is held
securely in place.
Hold smaller pieces, such as pipe or conduit,
in a vise or attach to the workbench with clamps.

•To eliminate vibration, always cut close to the clamping point.

•When cutting thin sheets of metal, place a piece of plywood on either side to control vibration and prevent tearing.

ACCESSORIES

Use only accessories that are recommended by the manufacturer for your model. Accessories that may be suitable for one tool may become hazardous when used on another tool.

Always attach grounded (3-prong) extension cords to grounded (3-hole) outlets.

If you must use an extension cord, be sure that the gauge is large enough to carry the amount of current necessary for your power tool. If not, your tool may experience a loss of power, excessive voltage drop or overheating. The smaller the gauge number, the heavier the cord (see table below).

RECOMMENDED SIZES OF EXTENSION CORDS 120 VOLT AC 60 HZ TOOLS

TOOL CURRENT RATING		CONDUCTOR SIZE IN A.W.G
AMPERE	10FT.	25FT.	50FT.	100FT.
3-6	18	18	18	18
6-8	18	18	18	16
8-10	18	18	18	14
10-12	16	16	14	14
12-16	14	12	12	-
16-20	12	12	12	-

MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING

Always UNPLUG the Reciprocating Saw from the power source before inspecting, performing any maintenance or cleaning.

This Reciprocating Saw is lubricated before it leaves the factory. This lubrication should last for the life of the tool. No further lubrication is required.

Use only mild soap and a damp cloth to clean the tool. Never let any liquid get inside the casing. Never immerse any part of the tool in a liquid. Always keep the ventilation openings clear.

Brushes will wear with use and should be inspected periodically by qualified personnel.

Regularly clean the ventilation slots in your tool using only a soft brush or dry cloth.

Never open the Reciprocating Saw case. Do not attempt to repair the Reciprocating Saw yourself. Opening the case will void your warranty.

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