Porter-Cable PC1800RS, PCL180RS Trigger Switch, Blade Clamp Release Lever, Flush Cutting Figure G

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TRIGGER SWITCH

Release lock-off by switching to the unlocked position shown in figure E. Pull the trigger switch to turn the motor ON. Releasing the trigger turns the motor OFF. NOTE: This tool has no provision to lock the switch in the ON position, and should never be locked in the ON position by any other means.

BLADE CLAMP RELEASE LEVER

E

: Cut hazard. Turn off and remove battery from tool before making any adjustments or removing or installing attachments or accessories.

: Cut hazard. Blade breakage may occur if the blade does not extend past the shoe and the workpiece during the cut. Increased risk of personal injury, as well as damage to the shoe and workpiece may result.

To install blade into saw:

1.Open blade clamp release lever to its full open position as shown in figure F.

2.Insert blade shank from the front.

3.Close blade clamp release lever. Check to make sure blade is clamped securely.

NOTE: Blade can be installed upside-down to assist in flush-to cutting.

F

To remove blade from saw:

: Burn hazard. Do not touch the the blade immediately after use. Contact with the blade may result in personal injury.

1. Open blade clamp release lever to its full open position.

2. Remove blade.

FLUSH CUTTING (FIGURE G)

•The compact design of the reciprocating saw motor housing and pivoting shoe permit close cutting to floors, corners and other difficult areas.

•To maximize flush cutting capabilities, insert the blade shaft into the blade clamp with the teeth of the blade facing up.

•Turn the saw upside down so you are as close to the work surface as possible.

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