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Item 68012 

        

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1.  Remove the Battery Pack from the end of 

the Multi-function Tool housing by pressing 

on the striped side tabs of the Pack and 

sliding the Pack away from the housing.

2.  Place the Battery Pack on a dry fireproof surface in 

a room where the temperature is from 50–104° F.

Note:

 If recharging a newly spent Battery Pack, 

allow it to cool completely before charging.
3.  Examine the Battery Pack.  It must be 

undamaged, and a Li-ion type Battery Pack.

  

Do not charge a cracked, open, or 

leaking Battery pack, or charge a 

non‑recommended type of Battery pack.

4.  The Battery Pack’s terminals are designed to fit 

this Charger specifically.  If the Battery Pack does 

to not fit the Charger properly, do not try to insert it.  

Do not force a Battery pack into the charger.

5.  Plug the Power Supply into a grounded, 

120V~, 60Hz receptacle.  The green LED 

will light once Charger is plugged in.

6.  Slide the Battery Pack onto the Charger.   

The red LED will light and the 

green LED will turn off during charging.

Note:

 The Battery Pack’s capacity will increase 

somewhat during the first few charging cycles. 

A fully discharged Battery pack will take about 1 hour 

and 15 minutes (or 75 minutes) to fully charge.   

Do not charge longer than 1 hour and 15 minutes.

   

Overcharging the Battery Pack can 

damage the battery cells. 
7.  While charging, the Battery Pack, Charger, and 

Power Supply may become warm to the touch. 

This is normal, and does not indicate a problem.

8.  When Battery Pack is fully charged, both red and 

green LED’s will stay lit.  Unplug the Charger and 

disconnect it from the Battery Pack when finished.

9.  Allow the Battery Pack to cool 

completely before using it.

10. Press the Battery Buttons to release 

Battery Pack from the Charger.

Workpiece and Work Area Set Up

1.  Designate a work area that is clean and well-lit.  

The work area must not allow access by children 

or pets to prevent distraction and injury.

2.  Secure loose workpieces using a vise or clamps 

(not included) to prevent movement while working.

3.  There must not be objects, such as utility lines, 

nearby that will present a hazard while working.

General Operating Instructions

1.  Make sure that the Power Switch is in the 

off-position, then attach the Battery Pack.

Note:

 The Battery Pack fits into the Tool housing only one 

way. Match up the shape of the tool with the shape of the 

housing opening. The Battery Pack should slide easily 

into the housing. 

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 Do not force it into the Tool.

2.  Hold the Tool with both hands and slide 

the Power Switch forward to activate.

3.  Do not allow contact between Sandpaper, Scraper, 

or Blade and workpiece until tool is at full speed.

4.  Avoid contact with foreign objects such as metal 

screws and nails when sanding, scraping, or cutting.

5.  Do not apply excessive pressure on the Tool.   

Allow the Tool to do the work.

NOTE: Model 68012 

comes with a Speed Control Knob 

that can be used to adjust the Tool’s speed. 

The Speed Control Knob can be set at six different 

speeds (1-6). “1” is the lowest oscillation and “6” is the 

highest.  Use high oscillation (5-6) for work with the 

Scraper Blade.  

NOTE: 

Conduct a test run on a scrap 

workpiece to determine the correct speed for job.
6.  When finished, slide the Power Switch to OFF. Allow 

the tool to stop completely before setting it down.

7.  To prevent accidents remove the tool’s 

Battery Pack after use.  Clean, then store 

the tool indoors out of children’s reach.

Summary of Contents for 68012

Page 1: ......

Page 2: ...on which if not avoided could result in minor or moderate injury Addresses practices not related to personal injury IMpORTANT SAFETy INFORMATION General power Tool Safety Warnings Read all safety warnings and instructions Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock fire and or serious injury Save all warnings and instructions for future reference The term power too...

Page 3: ...nt that has been approved by an appropriate standards agency Unapproved safety equipment may not provide adequate protection Eye protection must be ANSI approved and breathing protection must be NIOSH approved for the specific hazards in the work area power tool use and care 1 Do not force the power tool Use the correct power tool for your application The correct power tool will do the job better ...

Page 4: ...labels and nameplates on the tool These carry important safety information If unreadable or missing contact Harbor Freight Tools for a replacement 3 Avoid unintentional starting Prepare to begin work before turning on the tool 4 Do not lay the tool down until it has come to a complete stop Moving parts can grab the surface and pull the tool out of your control 5 When using a handheld power tool ma...

Page 5: ...ERGy AND WILL VENT FIRE OR EXpLODE IF MISTREATED 1 Keep Battery pack dry 2 DO NOT DO ANy OF THE FOLLOWING TO THE BATTERy pAcK a Open b Drop c Short circuit d puncture e Incinerate or f Expose to temperatures greater than 140 F 3 Charge Battery Pack only according to its Charger s instructions 4 Inspect Battery Pack before every use do not use or charge if damaged Vibration Safety This tool vibrate...

Page 6: ...uirements and complies with the applicable standards of Underwriters Laboratories Inc the Canadian Standard Association and the National Electrical Code 2 Double insulated tools may be used in either of the 120 volt outlets shown in the preceding illustration See Outlets for 2 prong plug Extension cords Note Extension cords must not be used with this item s Charger Symbology Double Insulated Canad...

Page 7: ...f this product Note For additional information regarding the parts listed in the following pages refer to Parts List and Diagram on page 11 Functions Speed control Knob power Switch Sanding pad Battery pack Note Sanding Pad sold separately Figure A charger Indicator LED s 1 The green LED lights once Charger is plugged in 2 The red LED will light during charging 3 When Battery Pack is fully charged...

Page 8: ...g holes against the fitting pins on the Spindle See Figure C Fitting pins Hex Wrench Spindle Sanding pad Figure c Installing Sanding pad cAUTION When attaching the Scraper Blade Wood Cutting Blade or Half Moon Cutting Blade orient the accessory so that the blade faces AWAY from the handle to avoid injury See Figure D Wood cutting Blade cap Screw and Washer Hex Wrench Figure D Installing Woodcuttin...

Page 9: ...d disconnect it from the Battery Pack when finished 9 Allow the Battery Pack to cool completely before using it 10 Press the Battery Buttons to release Battery Pack from the Charger Workpiece and Work Area Set Up 1 Designate a work area that is clean and well lit The work area must not allow access by children or pets to prevent distraction and injury 2 Secure loose workpieces using a vise or clam...

Page 10: ...ns Tool will not start 1 Battery Pack not properly connected 2 Battery Pack not properly charged 3 Battery Pack burnt out 4 Internal damage or wear Carbon brushes or Power Switch for example 1 Remove Battery Pack make sure there are no obstructions reinsert the Battery Pack according to its shape it should only fit one way and press firmly until the Battery Pack locks in place 2 Make sure Charger ...

Page 11: ...17 Support 1 18 Eccentric wheel 1 19 Bearing 1 20 Paper washer 1 21 Fixed plate of motor 1 22 Bearing 1 23 Motor 1 24 Cushion blocking 2 25 Slide rop 1 26 Washer 1 part Description Qty 27 Right housing 1 28 Inner wiring 1 29 Battery pack 1 30 Insert 1 31 Left housing 1 32 Tapping screw ST3X16 3 33 Tapping screw ST3X13 1 34 Speed Control Knob 1 35 Power Switch 1 36 Screw M3x10 2 37 Spring washer 2 ...

Page 12: ...tly or indirectly to misuse abuse negligence or accidents repairs or alterations outside our facilities criminal activity improper installation normal wear and tear or to lack of maintenance We shall in no event be liable for death injuries to persons or property or for incidental contingent special or consequential damages arising from the use of our product Some states do not allow the exclusion...

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