ASSEMBLY

WARNING:

The tool should never be connected to a power supply when you are assembling parts, making adjustments, cleaning, performing maintenance, or when the tool is not in use. Disconnecting the tool will prevent accidental starting that could cause serious injury.

This saw has been shipped completely assembled except for the blade. Inspect it carefully to make sure no breakage or damage has occurred during shipping. If any parts are damaged or missing, contact your nearest retail store to obtain replacement parts before attempting to operate saw. A blade, vacuum attachment, and this owners manual are also included.

WARNING:

If any parts are missing, do not operate this tool until the missing parts are replaced. Failure to unplug your saw could result in accidental start- ing causing possible serious injury.

To Install Jig Saw Blades

See Figure 2.

Unplug your saw.

Remove the chip shield and the splinter guard by sliding it forward.

Push the clamping lever on the rapid-change clamp until it stops.

Holding the clamping lever open, insert the saw blade as far as possible into the slot in the saw bar.

Check to make sure the back of the saw blade is centered in the groove of the roller guide.

Release the clamping lever. Make sure the blade is securely in place.

Replace the chip shield. Replace the splinter guard, if applicable.

SAW BLADE

Fig. 2

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RIDGID R3120 manual Assembly, To Install Jig Saw Blades