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7. Hold the tool firmly.
8. Make sure the blade is not contacting the work-
piece before the switch is turned on.
9. Keep hands away from moving parts.
10. Do not leave the tool running. Operate the tool
only when hand-held.
11. Always switch off and wait for the blade to come
to a complete stop before removing the blade
from the workpiece.
12. Do not touch the blade or the workpiece immedi-
ately after operation; they may be extremely hot
and could burn your skin.
13. Some material contains chemicals which may be
toxic. Take caution to prevent dust inhalation
and skin contact. Follow material supplier safety
data.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING:

MISUSE or failure to follow the safety

rules stated in this instruction manual

may cause serious personal injury.

SYMBOLS

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The followings show the symbols used for tool.
V............................volts
A...........................amperes
Hz..........................hertz
....................alternating current
.......................no load speed
.......................Class II Construction
.../min....................revolutions or reciprocation per
minute

FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION

CAUTION:
•Always be sure that the tool is switched off and
unplugged before adjusting or checking function on
the tool.

Selecting the cutting action

This tool can be operated with an orbital or a straight line
(up and down) cutting action. The orbital cutting action
thrusts the blade forward on the cutting stroke and
greatly increases cutting speed.
To change the cutting action, just turn the cutting action
changing lever to the desired cutting action position.
Refer to the table to select the appropriate cutting action.

Switch action

CAUTION:
•Before plugging in the tool, always check to see
that the switch trigger actuates properly and returns
to the “OFF” position when released.
To start the tool, simply pull the switch trigger. Release
the switch trigger to stop.
For continuous operation, pull the switch trigger and then
push in the lock button.
To stop the tool from the locked position, pull the switch
trigger fully, then release it.
1. Cutting action
changing lever
1. Switch trigger
2. Lock button
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Position Cutting action Applications
For cutting mild steel,
stainless steel and plastics.
For clean cuts in wood
and plywood.
Small orbit
cutting action
For cutting mild steel,
aluminum and hard wood.
For cutting wood and
plywood.
For fast cutting in
aluminum and mild steel.
Large orbit
cutting action
For fast cutting in
wood and plywood.
0
Straight line
cutting action
Medium orbit
cutting action
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