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Operating Instructions

  Read the ENTIRE IMPORTANT SAFETy INFORMATION section at the beginning of this 

manual including all text under subheadings therein before set up or use of this product.

Tool Set up

TO PREVENT SERIOuS INJuRy FROM AccIDENTAL OPERATION: 
Squeeze and release the Trigger and unplug the tool from its electrical 
outlet before performing any procedure in this section.

Installing the Saw Blade

1.  If there is an installed blade, remove it by 

twisting open the Chuck and pulling the blade 
out. To open the Chuck, twist it counterclockwise 
and hold it in the open position. 

2.  Release the Chuck to close it.

3.  To install the new Saw Blade, twist and hold the 

Chuck counterclockwise while inserting the Saw 
Blade and pushing it in to its deepest position.

4.  Release the Chuck to close it.

5.  Check that the Saw Blade is firmly locked in 

place and that the teeth are pointed downward.

WARNING!

 To prevent serious injury: Before 

plugging in the Power Cord for each use, wearing 
work gloves, pull on the Saw Blade to make 
sure it is securely locked in the Chuck. 

Handle Rotation

1.  For comfort and controlled cutting from any 

angle, the Handle may be rotated up to 
180° with five positive stops (0°, 45°, 90° 
to the left and 45° and 90° to the right).

2.  To rotate the Handle, press the Rotation Switch, 

turn the Handle to the desired position, and 
release the Handle Rotation Switch.  Make sure 
the Handle is locked into the chosen position.

Summary of Contents for 62370

Page 1: ...safe and dry place for future reference 19e When unpacking make sure that the product is intact and undamaged If any parts are missing or broken please call 1 888 866 5797 as soon as possible Copyrig...

Page 2: ...y Indicates a hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in minor or moderate injury Addresses practices not related to personal injury IMPORTANT SAFETy INFORMATION General Power Tool Safet...

Page 3: ...ower tool Do not use a power tool while you are tired or under the influence of drugs alcohol or medication A moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury 2...

Page 4: ...iprocating Saw Safety Warnings 1 Hold power tool by insulated gripping surfaces when performing an operation where cutting tool may contact hidden wiring or its own cord Contact with a live wire will...

Page 5: ...hand injuries nervous system disorders diabetes or Raynaud s Disease should not use this tool If you feel any symptoms related to vibration such as tingling numbness and white or blue fingers seek med...

Page 6: ...to carry electricity away from the user reducing the risk of electric shock See 3 Prong Plug and Outlet 2 The grounding prong in the plug is connected through the green wire inside the cord to the gro...

Page 7: ...h the suffix W A W in Canada to indicate it is acceptable for outdoor use 7 Make sure the extension cord is properly wired and in good electrical condition Always replace a damaged extension cord or h...

Page 8: ...s manual including all text under subheadings therein before set up or use of this product TO PREVENT SERIOuS INJuRy FROM AccIDENTAL OPERATION Squeeze and release the Trigger and unplug the tool from...

Page 9: ...it in the open position 2 Release the Chuck to close it 3 To install the new Saw Blade twist and hold the Chuck counterclockwise while inserting the Saw Blade and pushing it in to its deepest positio...

Page 10: ...t the Trigger Lock is off 3 Holding the Saw with the Trigger released plug the Power Cord into a 120V electrical outlet 4 To begin sawing gripping the saw firmly with both hands rest the front of the...

Page 11: ...ull speed then slowly rotate the tool on the Pivot Shoe as the Blade contacts the workpiece Hold the tool firmly 5 Continue to slowly rotate the tool until the Blade has penetrated through the workpie...

Page 12: ...Maintenance and Lubrication 1 BEFORE EAcH uSE inspect the general condition of the tool Check for loose hardware misalignment or binding of moving parts cracked or broken parts damaged electrical wiri...

Page 13: ...d load See Extension Cords in Grounding section on page 6 Performance decreases over time 1 Accessory dull or damaged 2 Carbon brushes worn or damaged 1 Keep cutting accessories sharp Replace as neede...

Page 14: ...2 56 Brush Holder 2 57 Nameplate 1 58 Left Handle 1 59 Switch 1 60 Cable Clamp 1 61 Phill Pan Head Tapping Screw 4 62 Cable Plug 1 63 Cable Sleeve 1 64 Right Handle 1 65 Phill Pan Head Tapping Screw 6...

Page 15: ...62370 SAFETy OPERATION MAINTENANcE SETuP Assembly Diagram 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 13 12 11 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 25 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 70 69 61 68 6...

Page 16: ...usion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitation of exclusion may not apply to you THIS WARRANTY IS EXPRESSLY IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESS OR IMPLIED INCLU...

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