Kawasaki 840184 User's Manual
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1. n No load speed No load Rotational Speed min Revolutions per Minute Revolutions Surface Speed Strokes etc per Minute 1 2 3 Ring Selector Settings Speed Torque or Position Settings FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION CONTROLS AND COMPONENTS Adjustable Pivoting Shoe Blade Clamp Locking Lever Variable Speed Control Wheel Lock Off Button Trigger Switch 7 Power Cord ACCESSORIES 8 Saw Blades 2 O gt O C PS ASSEMBLY 4 WARNING Disconnect the power plug from the AC power source before any assembly adjustments or adding removing accessories Following this preventative step reduces the risk of the drill coming on acciden tally and the risk of damage to the workpiece and injury to the operator ATTACHING REMOVING BLADE BLADE CLAMP INSTALLING THE BLADE Rotate the spring loaded blade holder 1 counter clockwise as far as it will turn Fully insert the appropriate blade 2 into the slot in the center of the blade holder NOTE Make sure the blade is fully inserted into the blade collar and the blade teeth are pointing downward While holding the blade fully into the blade holder release the collar It will auto matically return to its original position locking the blade in the holder Pull outward on the blade to ensure it is properly locked in the blade holder REMOVING THE BLADE To remove the blade simply rotate the blade holder counter clockwise and pull t2. Pull the trigger to start the Saw Set the shoe against the work piece When the blade reaches full speed slowly feed the blade into the work piece PLUNGE CUTTING 4 WARNING Never feed the blade into the work piece until the blade is at full speed If the blade is not at full speed the saw may kick back causing serious personal injury Mark out the line to be cut so it is easily visible Start inside the area to be cut Out Depress the lock on button and press the trigger to start the saw Set the shoe against the work piece When the blade reaches full speed slowly feed the blade into the work piece METAL CUTTING 4 WARNING Never use gasoline or any flammable liquid as a lubricant Sparking from the motor may cause it to ignite into flames When cutting metals other then copper brass or aluminum always use a lubricant such as cutting oil to keep the blade cool This will prolong the life of the blade as well as speeding up the cutting process Make sure the work piece is held securely in place Hold smaller pieces such as pipe or conduit in a vise or attach to the workbench with clamps To eliminate vibration always cut close to the clamping point When cutting thin sheets of metal place a piece of plywood on either side to control vibration and prevent tearing MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING WARNING Always UNPLUG the tool from the power source before cleaning
3. subject to normal wear and tear or other exclusions will be repaired or replaced at Alltrade s option During the warranty period Alltrade will be responsi ble for the return shipping charges Alltrade s repair and or replacement of any non conforming item and or part thereof shall constitute fulfillment of all obligations to the purchaser Alltrade shall not be responsible or liable for any expense including freight charges or repairs made outside Alltrade s facility unless expressly agreed to by Alltrade in writing Under no circumstances shall Alltrade bear any responsibility for loss of the unit loss of time or rental inconvenience commercial loss or consequential damages Exclusions This warranty does not cover parts damaged due to normal wear abnormal conditions misapplication misuse abuse accidents operation at other than recommended pressures or temperatures improper storage or freight damage Parts damaged or worn by operation in dusty environments are not warranted Failure to follow recommended operating and maintenance procedures also voids warranty This limited warranty does not apply to accessory items such as drill bits screwdriving bits circular saw blades jigsaw blades grinding wheels sanding sheets and other related items DAMAGE TO THE PRODUCT RESULTING FROM TAMPERING ACCIDENT ABUSE NEGLIGENCE FAILURE TO FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS UNAUTHORIZED REPAIRS OR ALTERATIONS DAMAGE WHILE IN TRANSIT TO OUR SERVICE FA
4. that Alltrade repair and or replace the nonconforming item and or part We recommend that you keep the original product packaging in the event you need to ship the unit We suggest the package be insured against loss or in transit damage When sending your product include your name address phone number dated proof of purchase or copy and a statement about the nature of problem Warranty coverage is conditioned upon purchaser furnishing Alltrade with adequate written proof that they are the original purchaser and of the original purchase date Parts returned freight prepaid and insured to Alltrade s facility see above address will be inspected and at Alltrade s option repaired and or replaced free of charge if 17 found to be defective and subject to warranty Alltrade retains the sole discretion to determine whether any item or part is nonconforming and if so whether the item and or part will be repaired and or replaced If the unit is repaired new or reconditioned replacement parts may be used If Alltrade chooses to replace the product it may replace it with a new or reconditioned one of the same or comparable design The repaired or replaced unit will be warranted under the terms of the remainder of the warranty period Typically a defective product that is returned within the first 30 days after the purchase date will be replaced for items returned after the first 30 days and within the warranty period covered defective parts not
5. 5 mem roche Sanna a RC ER pc i eet 2 SECTION ONE GENERAL SAFETY RULES FOR ALL ELECTRIC POWER TOOLS 2 RECOGNIZE SAFETY SYMBOLS WORDS AND LABELS 2 3 IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS 3 WORK AREA i piip ike eter uU eR RA ep ee ee a Y ae 4 ELECTRICAL SAFETY 0 cece eee 4 PERSONAL SAFETY s iiaii eai aa ania eens 5 TOOL USE AND CARE 5 6 SERVICE assar sadia tatc a Gi a guadua 6 SECTION TWO SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES AND OR SYMBOLS 6 SAFETY RULES FOR RECIPROCATING SAWS 6 7 SYMBOLS t sua E a E Rudd a diu Uis 8 SECTION THREE FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION 9 ASSEMBLY jie nina cc renti ae chc jede i ER i e 10 11 ATTACHING REMOVING BLADE 10 ADJUSTING THE PIVOTING SHOE 10 11 OPERATING THE RECIPROCATING SAW 11 14 VARIABLE SPEED CONTROL WHEEL 11 TRIGGER SWITCH WITH LOCK OFF BUTTON 12 GENERAL CUTTING rri ert hr e ttc hn 12 13 PLUNGE CUTTING 233 cc denis qanpas nth RR RR 13 METAL CUTTING 4 ceo ertt in 14 SECTION FOUR MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING 14 15 ACCESSORIES tastes bina Ponta sumata a E URGE wd c e 15 SPECIFICATIONS L ua asss aaa lasa e nne 16 OTHER CONSUMER DO IT YOURSELF DIY TOOLS 16 SECTION FIVE 3 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY ssssssss n eee 17 20 CONGR
6. ATULATIONS Thanks for choosing this product At Alltrade our aim is to provide you with quality products at an affordable price and we want you to be totally satisfied with your product and our Customer Service If any help and advice is needed please contact us at 1 800 590 3723 Properly cared for this tool will give you many years of satisfaction INTENDED USE This tool is intended for consumer use only Your charger and or adapter has been designed for charging batteries of the type approved and supplied with this tool GENERAL SAFETY RULES FOR ALL ELECTRIC POWER TOOLS 4 WARNING READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock fire and or serious personal injury SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE RECOGNIZE SAFETY SYMBOLS WORDS AND LABELS The safety instructions provided in this manual are not intended to cover all possible conditions and practices that may occur when operating maintaining and cleaning power tools Always use common sense and pay particular attention to all the DANGER WARNING CAUTION and NOTE statements of this manual A This is the safety alert symbol It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous situation which if not avoided will result in death or serious injury WAR
7. CILITY USE OF UNAPPROVED OR IMPROPER ATTACHMENTS OR ACCESSORIES COMMERCIAL AND RENTAL APPLICATIONS OR OTHER CAUSES UNRELATED TO PROBLEMS WITH MATERIAL OR WORKMANSHIP ARE NOT COVERED BY THIS WARRANTY Alltrade will not be liable for the following labor charges loss or damage resulting from improper operation maintenance or repairs made by other persons pre delivery services such as assembly oil or lubricants and adjustment maintenance services that are normally required to maintain the product The use of other than genuine Alltrade Repair Parts will void warranty 18 Warranty Disclaimers EXCLUSION AND DISCLAIMER OF ALL OTHER EXPRESS WARRANTIES GUARANTIES AND OR REPRESENTATIONS EXCEPT FOR THE LIMITED WARRANTY PROVIDED ABOVE ALL OTHER EXPRESS WARRANTIES GUARANTIES AND OR REPRESENTATIONS BY ALLTRADE AND OR ITS REPRESENTATIVE S REGARDING THE DESIGN MANUFACTURE PURCHASE USE AND OR OPERATION OF THE PRODUCT OR ANY COMPONENT THEREOF SOLD HEREUNDER REGARDLESS OF WHETHER ANY SUCH WARRANTY GUARANTY AND OR REPRESENTATION WRITTEN OR ORAL ARISES BY OPERATION OF LAW AND OR EQUITY AND OR BY ANY ACT OR OMISSION OF ALLTRADE AND OR ITS REPRESENTATIVE S OR THE BUYER ARE HEREBY EXPRESSLY EXCLUDED AND DISCLAIMED BY ALLTRADE AND OR ITS REPRESENTATIVES PURCHASER KNOWINGLY AND WILLINGLY WAIVES ANY AND ALL SUCH WARRANTIES AND RIGHTS CLAIMS AND OR CAUSES OF ACTION ARISING THEREFROM OR BASED THEREON PURCHASER S SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY IS AS
8. E 10FT 25FT 50FT 100FT 3 6 18 18 18 18 6 8 18 18 18 16 8 10 18 18 18 14 10 12 16 16 14 14 12 16 14 12 12 16 20 12 12 12 15 SPECIFICATIONS Voltage 120V N 60 Hz Rated Current 7 5A Length of Stroke 30mm 1 3 16 No Load Speed SPM 800 2400 min Switch Variable Speed with Brake OTHER CONSUMER DO IT YOURSELF DIY TOOLS Alltrade offers a full range of Kawasaki tools that make DIY jobs easy If you would like further information on the following products please contact Alltrade Customer Service Department at 1 800 590 3723 Cordless Drills Screwdrivers Impact Wrenches Sanders Jigsaws Circular Saws Angle Grinders Reciprocating Saws Routers Rotary Tools Corded and Cordless Multi Purpose Tools Wide Range of Accessories and more 16 3 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY Express and Exclusive Limited Warranty to Original Retail Buyer Alltrade Tools LLC hereinafter Alltrade expressly warrants to the original retail purchaser of the accompanying KAWASAKI power tool and no one else all parts of the product except those parts referred to below which are specifically exclud ed from such warranty see Exclusions to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of three years from original date of purchase except that such warranty with regard to the battery shall be for a period of two years from original date of purchase unless the tool is used for commercial or rental purposes SPECIAL WARRA
9. EREUNDER AND OR THE EXISTENCE DESIGN MANUFACTURE PURCHASE USE AND OR OPERATION OF ANY ITEM S SOLD HEREUNDER EVEN IF ALLTRADE AND OR ITS REPRESENTATIVE S HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF ANY SUCH DAMAGES IN NO EVENT WHETHER AS A RESULT OF A BREACH OF CONTRACT WARRANTY TORT INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE OR OTHERWISE SHALL ALLTRADE S AND OR ITS REPRESENTATIVE S LIABILITY EXCEED THE PRICE OF THE PRODUCT ANY AND ALL LIABILITY CONNECTED WITH THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT SHALL TERMINATE UPON THE EXPIRATION OF THE WARRANTY PERIODS SPECIFIED ABOVE Limitations on Warranty Disclaimers Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts and some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of the incidental or consequential damages so part or all of the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state If your product is not covered by this warranty please call our Customer Service Department toll free at 1 800 590 3723 for general repair information and charges
10. FOR CUSTOMER SERVICE POUR LE SERVICE APR S VENTE OU DU CONSOMMATEUR PARA EL SERVICIO PARA EL CONSUMIDOR 1 800 590 3723 Printed in China OFFICIAL LICENSED PRODUCT 87 1904 60957 KAWASAKI IS A TRADEMARK LICENSED BY KAWASAKI MOTORS CORP U S A WHICH DOES NOT MANUFACTURE OR DISTRIBUTE THIS PRODUCT CONSUMER INQUIRES SHOULD BE DIRECTED TO COPYRIGHT 2007 ALLTRADE TOOLS LLC 1431 VIA PLATA LONG BEACH CA 90810 1462 USA 691248_7 5 AMP Reciprocating Saw_Rev 3 26 07 COMPONENT K ki v awasakli 7 5 AMP RECIPROCATING SAW INSTRUCTION MANUAL THS MANUAL CONTAINS IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING SAFETY OPERATION MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE CF THS PRODUCT BEFORE USE READ CAREFULLY AND UNDERSTAND ALL CAUTIONS WARNINGS INSTRUCTIONS AND PRODUCT LABELS FAILURE TO DO SO COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS PERSONAL IN URY AND OR PROPERTY DAMAGE IF YOU SHOULD HAVE ANY QUESTIONS OR EXPERIENCE A PROBLEM WITH YOUR ALLTRADE PRODUCT DO NOT RETURN THS PRODUCT TOTHE STORE PLEASE CALL OUR CUSTOMER SERVICE DEPARTMENT AT 1 800 590 3723 BEFORE YOU CALL HAVE THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION AVAILABLE MODEL No DATE PURCHASED AND STORE LOCATION AN ALLTRADE REPRESENTATIVE CAN RESOLVE YOUR PROBLEM OVER THE PHONE IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO MAKE A SUGGESTION OR COMMENT GVE US A CALL OR EMAIL US AT INFO ALLTRADETOOLS COM YOUR FEEDBACK IS VITAL TOUS TABLE OF CONTENTS CONGRATULATIONS r 2 INTENDED USE 5
11. NING indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury A CAUTION CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided may result in minor or moderate injury CAUTION used without the safety alert symbol indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided may result in property damage NOTE NOTE provides additional information that is useful for proper use and maintenance of this tool If a NOTE is indicated make sure it is fully understood IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS A DANGER People with electronic devices such as pacemakers should consult their physician s before using this product Operation of electrical equipment in close proximity to a heart pacemaker could cause interference or failure of the pacemaker WARNING Some dust created by power sanding sawing grinding drilling and other construction activities contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm Some examples of these chemicals are e Lead from lead based paints e Crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products and arsenic and chromium from chemically treated lum ber Your risk from these exposures varies depending on how often you do this type of work To reduce your exposure to these chemicals work in a well ventilated area and work with approved safety equipment such as dust masks th
12. NTY NOTE FOR COMMERCIAL OR RENTAL USE The above warranty for this Kawasaki power tool including the battery shall be effective for only 90 days from the original date of purchase if this tool is used for any COMMERCIAL OR RENTAL PURPOSE The date of purchase shall be the date of shipment to the original purchaser or the date the original purchaser took possession custody or control of the product whichever occurred first This warranty shall be null and void if the product or any component thereof is modified or altered This warranty does not apply to any other product and or component thereof manufactured or distributed by Alltrade and does not apply to products and or components thereof designed manufactured and or assembled by others for which Alltrade makes no warranties whatsoever THERE ARE NO WARRANTIES WHICH EXTEND BEYOND THE DESCRIPTION ON THE FACE HEREOF Warranty Performance By purchasing the product purchaser expressly acknowledges and agrees that their sole and exclusive remedy under this warranty shall be strictly limited to the repair or replacement of any covered nonconforming items or parts thereof provided that any such nonconforming item and or part is promptly returned to Alltrade s facility postage pre paid and insured address ALLTRADE Warranty Claims amp Repair 1431 Via Plata Long Beach CA 90810 Attn Customer Service 1 800 590 3723 within the applicable warranty period with a written request by purchaser
13. STATED ABOVE EXCLUSION AND DISCLAIMER OF ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF M ERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE NO WARRANTY ORAL OR WRITTEN OTHER THAN THE ABOVE WARRANTY IS MADE WITH REGARD TO THIS PRODUCT ALL EXPRESS AND OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES GUARANTIES AND OR REPRESENTATIONS BY ALLTRADE AND OR ITS REPRESENTATIVE S REGARDING THE DESIGN MANUFACTURE PURCHASE USE AND OR OPERATION OF THE PRODUCT OR ANY COMPONENT THEREOF SOLD HEREUNDER REGARDLESS OF WHETHER ANY SUCH WARRANTY GUARANTY AND OR REPRESENTATION WRITTEN OR ORAL ARISES BY OPERATION OF LAW AND OR EQUITY AND OR BY ANY ACT OR OMISSION OF ALLTRADE AND OR ITS REPRESENTATIVE S OR THE PURCHASER INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY AND THE WARRANTY OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE HEREBY EXPRESSLY EXCLUDED AND DISCLAIMED BY ALLTRADE AND OR ITS REPRESENTATIVES PURCHASER KNOWINGLY AND WILLINGLY WAIVES ANY AND ALL SUCH WARRANTIES AND RIGHTS CLAIMS AND OR CAUSES OF ACTION ARISING THEREFROM OR BASED THEREON PURCHASER S SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REM EDY IS AS STATED ABOVE 19 Limitation Of Liability IN NO EVENT SHALL ALLTRADE AND OR ITS REPRESENTATIVE S BE LIABLE FOR INDIRECT INCIDENTAL SPECIAL AND OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OF ANY KIND ARISING OUT OF OR RELATED TO DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY ANY BREACH OF ANY PROVISION OF ANY AGREEMENT BETWEEN ALLTRADE AND OR ITS REPRESENTATIVE S AND PURCHASER ANY WARRANTY H
14. ained tools with a sharp cutting edge are less likely to bind and are easier to control A CAUTION Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts breakage of parts and any other condition that may affect the tool s operation If damaged have the tool serviced before using Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained tools Use only accessories that are recommended by the manufacturer for your model Accessories that may be suitable for one tool may become hazardous when used on another tool SERVICE Tool service must be performed only by qualified repair personnel Service or maintenance by unqualified personnel may result in a risk of injury When servicing a tool use only identical replacement parts Follow instructions in the Maintenance section of this manual Use of unauthorized parts or failure to follow Maintenance Instructions may create a risk of electric shock or injury SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES AND OR SYMBOLS 4 CAUTION Hold tool by insulated gripping surfaces when per forming an operation where the cutting tool may contact hidden wiring or its own cord Contact with a live wire will also make exposed metal parts of the tool live and shock the operator SAFETY RULES FOR RECIPROCATING SAWS A WARNING Always wear safety goggles or eye protection when using this tool Use a dust mask or respirator for applications which generate dust Secure the material being worked on Never hold it in your han
15. at are specially designed to filter out microscopic particles WARNING Handling the power cord on corded products may expose you to lead a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm Wash hands after handling WARNING Keep your work area clean and well lit Cluttered work benches and dark work areas may cause accidents or injury Do not operate power tools in explosive areas such as in the presence of flammable liquids gases or dust Power tools create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes Keep bystanders children and visitors away while operating a power tool Distractions can cause you to lose control ELECTRICAL SAFETY A WARNING Double insulated tools are equipped with a polarized plug one blade is wider than the other This plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet reverse the plug If it still does not fit contact a qualified electrician to install a polarized outlet Do not change the plug in any way Double insulation B eliminates the need for the three wire grounded power cord and grounded power supply system Avoid body contact with grounded surfaces such as pipes radiators ranges and refrigerators There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is grounded Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of electric shoc
16. d MIN on the speed control wheel 11 LOCK OFF BUTTON TRIGGER SWITCH The lock off button 1 is a safety device designed to reduce the possibility of accidentally starting the saw This button must be depressed before the trigger switch 2 can be depressed To turn the saw ON depress and hold the lock off button and squeeze the trigger switch Once the saw starts release the lock off button The saw will remain running until the trigger switch is released NOTE The saw will run at the speed selected on the speed control wheel To turn the saw OFF release the trigger switch NOTE The saw will not restart until you depress the lock off switch and squeeze the trigger switch GENERAL CUTTING Always hold the saw in front of you and away from your body Keep your hands and feet well away from the work piece Never feed the blade into the work piece until the blade is at full speed If the blade is not at full speed the saw may kick back causing serious personal injury Use proper blade for the particular cutting application NOTE Do not force the saw Excessive force may result in a broken blade Use only enough pressure to keep the saw moving through the work piece Put on eye protection Clear the saw of any foreign material Make sure the work piece is held securely in place Hold smaller pieces in a vise or attach to the workbench with clamps Mark out the line to be cut so it is easily visible
17. d or across your legs Unstable support can cause loss of control and injury When using the Reciprocating Saw always maintain a firm grip on the tool with both hands Never put your hands or feet in the cutting area Do not grasp the tool or place your hands too close to the blade Keep your hands well away from the blade Never reach underneath the tool while the blade is in motion Do not use your legs or feet to stabilize the work piece Position yourself to avoid being caught between the tool or side handle and walls or posts Should the blade become bound or jammed in the work it could result in loss of control and injury A WARNING Always hold the tool by its insulated gripping surfaces when cutting in areas that contain live wiring If the blade makes contact with a live wire the metal parts of this tool may conduct enough electricity to seriously shock the user Contact with a live wire will make exposed metal parts of the tool live and shock the operator Do not cut or break into existing walls or other blind areas where electrical wiring may exist It this situation is unavoidable disconnect all fuses or circuit breakers feeding this worksite Check to see that keys or adjusting wrenches are removed before turning the power tool ON Keys or wrenches can fly away at high velocity striking you or a bystander Do not run the Reciprocating Saw while carrying it at your side A moving blade could cause s
18. e the switch on invites accidents Remove adjusting keys or wrenches before turning the tool ON A wrench or a key that is left attached to a rotating part of the tool may result in personal injury Do not overreach Keep proper footing and balance at all times Proper foot ing and balance enable better control of the tool in unexpected situations Use safety equipment Always wear eye protection Dust mask non skid safe ty shoes hard hat or hearing protection must be used for appropriate conditions TOOL USE AND CARE A CAUTION Use clamps or other practical ways to secure and support the workpiece to a stable platform Holding the work by hand or against your body is unstable and may lead to loss of control Do not force tool Use the correct tool for your application The correct tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it is designed Do not use tool if the power switch does not turn it ON or OFP Any tool that can not be controlled with the power switch is dangerous and must be replaced Disconnect the power cord plug from the power source before making any adjustments changing accessories or storing the tool Such preventive safe ty measures reduce the risk of starting the tool accidentally Store idle tools out of reach of children and other untrained persons Tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users Maintain tools with care Keep cutting tools sharp and clean Properly maint
19. erious personal injury Do not use the Reciprocating Saw if it has been damaged left outdoors in the rain snow wet or damp environments or immersed in liquid Do not use dull or damaged blades Keep cutting tools sharp and clean Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control When restarting a saw in the workpiece check that teeth are not engaged in the material Keep the handle of the Reciprocating Saw dry clean and free from oil and grease Be extra careful when cutting in high or hard to reach locations Be on the lookout for hidden wires and falling debris Maintain labels and nameplates on the Reciprocating Saw These carry important information If unreadable or missing contact Alltrade for a replace ment SYMBOLS IMPORTANT Some of the following symbols may be used on your tool Please study them and learn their meaning Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the tool better and safer SYMBOL NAME EXPLANATION V Volts Voltage Potential A Amperes Current Hz Hertz Frequency Cycles per Second W Watt Power Kg Kilograms Weight t Alternating Current Type of Current Direct Current Type of Current Alternating or Direct Current Type of Current Earthing Terminal Grounding Terminal n Class I Construction Denotes Double Insulation min Minutes Time S Seconds Time j Diameter Size of Drill Bits Grinding Wheels etc
20. he blade out of the blade holder ADJUSTING THE PIVOTING SHOE The pivoting shoe will pivot to follow the angle of the blade to the workpiece This action ensures the flat surface of the shoe is against the workpiece for better cut ting action and easier control of the saw The shoe can be adjusted in or out allowing the use of the blade teeth at different points of the blade This will provide longer blade life as one section of the blade becomes dull 10 To adjust the pivoting shoe pull the Locking Lever upward to release the pivoting shoe Slide the pivoting shoe in or out until it is in the appropriate position Lock the pivoting shoe in place by releasing the Locking Lever Pull outward on the pivoting shoe to ensure it is firmly in place BLE WD OPERATING THE RECIPROCATING SAW A WARNING Never tape the trigger switch down to provide continuous high speed The tool may fail under such conditions causing fire or personal injury NOTE The lock off button helps prevent accidental starting This button can be pressed from either side VARIABLE SPEED CONTROL WHEEL The variable speed control wheel 1 controls the speed at which the saw will run To set the speed control at the slowest speed rotate the set the speed control at the fastest speed rotate the speed control wheel backward to MAX To select intermediate speeds rotate the speed control to an appropriate position between MAX an
21. k Do not abuse the cord Never use the cord to carry the tool or pull the plug from an outlet Keep the cord away from heat oil sharp edges or moving parts Replace damaged cords immediately Damaged cords increase the risk of electric shock When operating the tool outside use an outdoor extension cord marked W A or W These cords are rated for outdoor use and reduce the risk of elec tric shock Make sure the extension cord being used is in good condition If there are any Cut or nicks no matter how deep in the insulation DO NOT use that cord Also make sure the extension cord is heavy enough to carry the current needed by the saw see ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS DO NOT use small around the house lamp extension cords These cords can easily overheat and or catch fire when used with power tools PERSONAL SAFETY A WARNING Stay alert watch what you are doing and use common sense when operat ing a power tool Do not use tool while tired or under the influence of drugs alcohol or medication A moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury Dress properly Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry Contain long hair Keep your hair clothing and gloves away from moving parts Loose clothes jewelry or long hair can be caught in moving parts Avoid accidental starting Be sure switch is off before plugging in Carrying tools with your finger on the switch or plugging in tools that hav
22. or maintenance NOTE This Reciprocating Saw is lubricated before it leaves the factory This lubrication should last for the life of the tool No further lubrication is required 14 Use only mild soap and a damp cloth to clean the tool Never let any liquid get inside the casing Never immerse any part of the tool in a liquid Always keep the ventilation openings clear Regularly clean the ventilation slots in your tool and charger using only a soft brush or dry cloth Inspect all mounting screws regularly Tighten any loose screws Failure to keep the mounting screws tight could result in serious injuries Never open the Reciprocating Saw case Do not attempt to repair the Reciprocating Saw yourself Opening any of these parts will void your warranty ACCESSORIES Use only accessories that are recommended by the manufacturer for your model Accessories that may be suitable for one tool may become hazardous when used on another tool Always attach grounded 3 prong extension cords to grounded 3 hole outlets If you must use an extension cord be sure that the gauge is large enough to carry the amount of current necessary for your power tool If not your tool may experi ence a loss of power excessive voltage drop or overheating The smaller the gauge number the heavier the cord see table on the next page RECOMMENDED SIZES OF EXTENSION CORDS 120 VOLT AC 60 HZ TOOLS TOOL CURRENT RATING CONDUCTOR SIZE IN A W G AMPER
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