5228 Double Insulated Variable Speed, Dual Action Reciprocating Saw
WARNING Always Disconnect Saw From Power Source Before Installing or Removing Blades.
To open the blade clamp:
Rotate and hold the blade release collar, counter clock- wise (as viewed from the front of the saw). Insert the blade into the clamp until it bottoms. Allow the release collar to rotate clockwise to secure the blade in place.
To remove a blade:
Rotate collar counter clockwise and hold it in the open position. Carefully remove the blade from the clamp.
NOTE! If the blade clamp collar resists rotation to remove a blade, work the blade up and down while ro- tating the clamp (in a counterclockwise direction).
If the blade breaks leaving nothing to grasp (to pull it from the clamp), it may be necessary to use another blade as a tool to aid in removing the broken piece. While holding the release collar in the open position, use the tip of another blade to hook the broken piece and pull lit from the clamp. (A thin,
Periodically clean the blade clamp with dry compressed air. DO NOT lubricate the blade clamp. Lubricant can attract contamination.
CAUTION Wear safety glasses while using com-
pressed air.
Dual Motion
The dual motion feature of the RIDGID Reciprocating Saw provides cutting efficiency for both wood and metal. When selector lever (Figure 1) is in the metal position pointing up, the blade moves in a straight reciprocating motion. When the lever is in the wood position pointing toward front of saw, the blade moves in an orbital mo- tion. (Figure 2)
UP
Figure 1 – Saw motion when lever points up
TO FRONT
OF SAW
Figure 2 – Saw motion when lever points to left
SWITCH
Figure 3 – Trigger Switch
Start/Stop Switch
The saw is operated by use of the trigger switch B (Figure 3) in front of the handle. To start saw, depress switch. To stop saw, RELEASE switch. Switch cannot be locked into the ON position.
Gripping Saw Properly
For safe operation, the saw must be held as shown (Figure 4). The plastic front housing cover must be properly installed and not damaged. Always grip saw firmly with two hands to prevent accidental slipping.
WARNING If the blade cuts into live wiring within a wall, the blade and pivoting guide shoe may be made electrically live.
Figure 4 – Proper way to hold Reciprocating Saw
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