RECIPROCATING OWNER’S MANUAL

Item # 3999860 0710 Thank you very much for choosing a Klutch TM product! For future reference, please complete the owner's record below: General Safety Rules:

Model: ______Purchase Date: ______WARNING! Read and understand all instructions. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury. Save the receipt, warranty and these instructions. It is important that you read the entire manual to become familiar with this product before you begin using it. WARNING! The warnings, cautions, and instructions discussed in this instruction manual cannot cover all possible conditions or situa- This machine is designed for certain applications only. The distributor cannot tions that could occur. It must be understood by the operator that be responsible for issues arising from modification. We strongly recommend common sense and caution are factors which cannot be built into this this machine is not modified and/or used for any application other than that for product, but must be supplied by the operator. which it was designed. If you have any questions relative to a particular application, DO NOT use the machine until you have first contacted the distributor to SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS determine if it can or should be performed on the product. WORK AREA For technical questions please call 1-800-222-5381. • Keep work area clean, free of clutter and well lit. Cluttered and dark work areas can cause accidents. • Do not use your where there is a risk of causing a fire or an Intended use: explosion; e.g. in the presence of flammable liquids, gasses, or dust. Power create sparks, which may ignite the dust or fumes. A reciprocating saw is an electrical cutting tool that is used to cut drywall, • Keep children and bystanders away while operating a . metals, plaster, tubing, wood and wood lath. Distractions can cause you to lose control, so visitors should remain at a safe distance from the work area. Technical Specifications: • Be aware of all power lines, electrical circuits, water pipes and other mechanical hazards in your workarea, particularly those hazards below the Description Specifications work surface hidden from the operator's view that may be unintentionally Motor: 120V~60Hz 5.5AMPS contacted and may cause personal harm or property damage. • Be alert of your surroundings. Using power tools in confined work areas No-load Speed: 500~3,000 SPM may put you dangerously close to cutting tools and rotating parts. Stroke: 0.94in. Max. Cutting Capacity: Wood - 4 1/2in. (115mm) ELECTRICAL SAFETY Steel - 0.4in. (10mm) WARNING! Always check to ensure the power supply corresponds to the CETL Listed: voltage on the rating plate. • Do not abuse the cord. Never carry a portable tool by its power cord, or yank tool or extension cords from the receptacle. Keep power and extension Unpacking: cords away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts. Replace damaged cords immediately. Damaged cords may cause a fire and increase the risk of When unpacking the Reciprocating Saw, please check if any parts are missing electric shock. or broken. Please call Product Support at 1-800-222-5381. • Grounded tools must be plugged into an outlet properly installed and grounded in accordance with all codes and ordinances. Never remove the Reciprocating Saw ...... 1 grounding prong or modify the plug in any way. Do not use any adapter plugs. Blade ...... 2 Check with a qualified electrician if you are in doubt as to whether the outlet is Hex Key ...... 1 properly grounded. 1 2 • Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing, dangling objects, or jewelry. •Safety Double instructions: 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 Keep your hair, clothing and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes, plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still doesn't fit, contact a jewelry or long hair can be caught in moving parts. Air vents often cover moving qualified electrician to install a polarized outlet. Do not change the plug in any parts and should be avoided. way. • Use safety apparel and equipment. Use safety goggles or safety glasses • Avoid body contact with grounded surfaces such as pipes, radiators, with side shields which comply with current national standards, or when ranges, and refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric shock if your needed, a face shield. Use dust mask in dusty work conditions. This applies to body is grounded. all persons in the work area. Also use non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, gloves, • When operating a power tool outside, use an outdoor extension cord dust collection systems, and hearing protection when appropriate. marked “W-A” or “W.” These cords are rated for outdoor use and reduce the risk • Avoid accidental starting. Do not carry the power tool with your finger on of electric shock. the switch. Ensure the switch is in the off position before plugging tool into • Extension Cord Use: power outlet. In the event of a power failure, while a tool is being used, turn the A. Use only 'Listed' extension cords. If used outdoors, they must be switch off to prevent surprise starting when power is restored. marked “For Outdoor Use.” Cords having 3-prong grounding type plugs and • Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. mating receptacles are to be used with grounded tools. • Remove adjusting keys or wrenches before connecting to the power B. Replace damaged or worn cords immediately. supply or turning on the tool. A wrench or key that is left attached to a rotating C. Check the name plate rating of your tool. Use of improper size or gauge part of the tool may result in personal injury. of extension cord may cause unsafe or inefficient operation of your tool. Be sure TOOL USE AND CARE your extension cord is rated to allow sufficient current flow to the motor. For the • Do not force the tool. Tools do a better and safer job when used in the proper wire gauge for your tool, see chart. manner for which they are designed. Plan your work, and use the correct tool for the job. CHART FOR MINIMUM WIRE SIZE OF EXTENSION CORD: • Never use a tool with a malfunctioning switch. Any power tool that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired by an autho- rized service representative before using. • Disconnect power from tool and place the switch in the locked or off position before servicing, adjusting, installing accessories or attachments, or storing. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the power tool accidentally. If in doubt, use larger cord. Be sure to check voltage requirements of the tool to your • Secure work with clamps or a vise instead of your hand to hold work when incoming power source. practical. This safety precaution allows for proper tool operation using both • Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Water entering a power hands. tool will increase the risk of electric shock. • Store idle tools. When tools are not is use, store them in a dry, secure • Do not let your fingers touch the terminals of plug when installing to or place out of the reach of children. Inspect tools for good working condition prior removing from the outlet. to storage and before re-use. • Ground fault circuit interrupters. If work area is not equipped with a • Use only accessories that are recommended by the manufacturer for your permanently installed Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter outlet (GFCI), use a plug-in model. Accessories that may be suitable for one tool may create a risk of injury GFCI between power tool or extension cord and power receptacle. when used on another tool. • Keep guards in place and in working order. PERSONALSAFETY • Never leave tool running unattended. • Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operat- • Hold tool by insulated gripping surfaces when performing an operation ing a power tool. Do not use a power tool while you are tired or under the where the cutting tool may contact hidden wiring or its own cord. Contact influence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment of inattention while operat- with a “live” wire will make exposed metal parts of the tool “live” and shock the ing power tools may result in serious personal injury. operator.

3 4 Parts List: Getting Started:

1. Motor FITTING A BLADE 2. Forward handle 3. Rear handle WARNING! Before carrying out any maintenance or adjustments discon- 4. Shoe nect the saw from the main supply. 5. Shoe locking screw 9 Always wear gloves when handing or changing blades as they can be very 6. On/Off trigger switch sharp. The Reciprocating saw is designed to accept various blades suitable 7. Lock-on button 7 to cut wood and metal. Your saw comes with 2 blades, 1 for metal and 1 for 8. Blade clamp 3 wood. We recommend that you buy all your accessories from the store where 9. Variable speed dial you bought the tool. Use good quality accessories with a well known brand 1 name. Store personnel can help and advise. Loosen the hexagonal screw on the reciprocating spindle (do not remove 2 fully). Choose a new blade that is suitable for the task and place it between the clamping plate and the reciprocating spindle making sure that the hole in 8 the blade is located on the small peg on the reciprocating spindle. Tighten the securing hex screw with the supplied hex key. Do not over tighten. During use periodically check the hexagonal screw and tighten if necessary.

SWITCHING ON AND OFF The ON/OFF trigger switch is located in the rear “D” handle grip. To start the machine squeeze the ON/OFF trigger switch. To stop the machine release the ON/OFF trigger switch.

CONTINUOUS OPERATION The lock-on button is located on the side of the rear handle. With the ON/OFF trigger squeezed and the motor running, engage the lock-on button. This will lock the ON/OFF trigger switch in the on position. To release the 6 lock simply press the trigger switch again. VARIABLE SPEED DIAL NOTE. Adjusting the speed to suit the application enhances cutting perfor- mance and saves the blade from undue wear. To determine optimum cutting speed, first perform test cuts on offcuts of the workpiece. Rotate the variable speed dial (9), located at the top of the saw to set the 5 blade speed. Higher number denotes higher speed. Position “MIN” denotes the lowest speed, and “MAX” the highest speed. 4 ADJUSTING CUTTING DEPTH The shoe can be adjusted to vary the depth of cut. To adjust, loosen the shoe locking screw (5) located in the casing at the front of the saw, move the shoe

5 6 to the desired position. Retighten the shoe locking screw to secure the shoe Maintenance and repair: in position. WARNING! Always ensure that the tool is switched off and the plug Operation: removed from the power point before making any adjustments or maintain- ance procedures. Connect the plug to the power supply. Keep the tools air vents unclogged and clean at all times. Regularly check to see if any dust or foreign matter has entered the grills GENERAL CUTTING near the motor and around the trigger switch. Use a soft brush to remove Hold the saw firmly in front and clearly away from you. any accumulated dust. Wear safety glasses to protect your eyes while Make sure that the blade is clear of any obstruction and that the power cord cleaning. or any extension cord is out of the path of the blade. Re-lubricate all moving parts at regular intervals. If the body of the Recipro- Ensure that the material to be cut is held firmly. cating Saw needs cleaning, wipe it with a soft damp cloth. A mild detergent Small workpieces should be held in a vice or clamped to the . can be used but nothing like alcohol, petrol or other cleaning agents. Mark out the cutting line. Never use caustic agents to clean plastic parts. Squeeze the trigger. CAUTION. Water must never come into contact with the Reciprocating Wait until the saw has reached maximum speed. Saw. Place the shoe on the workpiece and begin sawing. NOTE. Use only enough pressure to keep the saw cutting. Do not force the GENERAL INSPECTION cutting; allow the blade and the saw to do the work. Regularly check that all the fixing screws are tight. They may vibrate loose WARNING. Use of excessive pressure that causes bending or twisting of over time. the blade may cause the blade to break. If the supply cord requires replacing, the task must be carried out by the manufacturer, the manufacturers agent, or an authorised service center to METAL CUTTING avoid a safety hazard. Metals such as sheet steel, pipe, steel rods, aluminium, brass and copper can be cut with your saw. Be careful not to bend or twist the blade and do PLUG REPLACEMENT not force the cutting action. If you need to replace the fitted plug then follow the instructions below. We recommend that you use cutting oil to lubricate the cut when sawing soft Important. The wires in the main lead are colored in accordance with the metal and steel. It keeps the blade cooler and prolongs blade life. following code: CAUTION. Clamp the work firmly and cut close to the clamping point to Blue-Neutral minimise vibration. When cutting conduit pipe or angle iron, clamp the work Brown-Live in a vice if possible and cut close to the vice. To cut thin sheet metal, sand- As the colors of the wires in the main cable of this appliance may not corre- wich the sheet between hardborad or plywood and clamp the layers to spond with the colored markings identifying the terminals in your plug, prevent vibration and the tearing of the metal. proceed as follows. The blue wire must be connected to the terminal which is marked with an L or colored red. To make a plunge cut use the shoe to pivot on the workpiece. Start the saw WARNING! Never connect live or neutral wires to the grounding with the blade well clear of the workpiece and then slowly tilt the saw until it terminal of the plug. begins to cut. Continue tilting slowly until the blade has cut all the way Only fit an approved 13 Amp plug and the correct rated fuse. through the workpiece. NOTE. If a molded plug is fitted and has to be removed take great care in disposing of the plug and severed cable, it must be destroyed to prevent WARNING. Make sure that the blade does not touch the workpiece until engaging into a socket. the blade has reached maximum speed since this could cause loss of control and serious injury.

7 8 Warranty:

1. This product has been manufactured to a high quality standard. It is graranteed against faulty materials and workmanship for 12 months from purchase. Please retain your store receipt as proof of purchase.

2. If the product is found to be defective within the relevant time period, we will either replace all defective parts or, at our discretion, replace the unit free of charge with the same item.

3. This warranty does not cover defects caused by or resulting from: a) misuse, abuse or neglect; b) trade, professional or hire use; c) repairs attempted by anyone other than our authorised repair centre; d) damage caused by foreign objects, substances or accident.

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