READ SAFETY RECOMMENDATIONS BEFORE CONNECTING TOOL.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
The Cleco reciprocating saw is designed to operate on 90 psig (6.2 bar) maximum air pressure, using a 5/16" (8mm) x 8' whip hose. If additional length is required, the next larger hose size may be connected to the 8' whip hose.
The Cleco reciprocating saw is designed for cutting wood up to 12" thick, metal up to 3/4" thick and various other materials, such as plastics, fiberglass, hard rubber, etc.
!WARNING The handle, gear housing, intermedi- ate plate, blade and pivoting guide shoe
may be made live if the blade cuts into live wiring. To prevent accidental electrical shock, all electricity to material being cut must be completly shut off.
STARTING AND STOPPING SAW
Connect air supply. Depress throttle lever to start saw. Releasing throttle lever will stop saw.
SELECTING THE BLADE
For best performance, longer blade life, and smoother cut, select the proper blade for the job. A wide assortment of blades are available.
When cutting metal always select a blade which will allow at least three teeth to be engaged in the thickness of ma- terial.
INSTALLING THE BLADE
!WARNING Turn off air and bleed air hose before installing or removing blades.
1.Use hex wrench to loosen blade clamp screw (A) Fig. 1, by turning counterclockwise three to four turns.
2.Insert the blade into the blade clamp until it bottoms. When the blade is properly positioned: the hole in the blade shank will align with the hole (B) Fig. 2, in the backside of blade clamp.
Fig. 2
3.Firmly tighten clamp screw.
4.To remove blade, loosen blade clamp three to four turns and pull blade from clamp.
PIVOTING GUIDE SHOE
The shoe (A) Fig. 3, serves as a rest while making a cut. It is pivoted so the saw may be gradually raised to a position perpendicular to the work as the saw is moved toward the operator.
Do not operate the saw with the guide ! CAUTION shoe removed.
Fig. 3
Fig. 1
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