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Page 1: ...ve this manual for future reference _ CAUTION Read and follow all Safety Rules and Operating Instructions before first use of this product Customer Help Line 1 800 932 3188 Sears Roebuck and Co Hoffman Estates IL 60179 USA Visit the Craftsman web page www sears com craftsman 972000 698 9 99 Safety Features Operation Maintenance Parts List ...

Page 2: ... SEARS STORE IN THE UNITED STATES This warranty gives you specific Legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state Sears Roebuck and Co Dept 817WA Hoffman Estates IL 60179 Your reciprocating saw has many features for making cutting operations more pleasant and enjoyable Safety performance and dependability have been given top priority in the design of this tool makin...

Page 3: ...ic potential hazards related to this tool GUARD AGAINST ELECTRICAL SHOCK by preventing body contact with grounded surfaces For example Pipes radiators ranges refrigerator enclosures KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN Cluttered areas and benches invite accidents AVOID DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT Don t use power tool in damp or wet locations or expose to rain Keep work area well lit KEEP CHILDREN AND VISITORS AWAY All ...

Page 4: ...lastic housing when using this tool Make sure hidden electrical wiring water pipes and mechanical hazards are not in the path of the blade when cutting into a wall INSPECT FOR and remove all nails from lumber before cutting IMPORTANT SAFETY RULES FOR BATTERY TOOLS Battery tools do not have to be plugged into an electrical outlet therefore they are always in operating condition Be aware of possible...

Page 5: ...ise damaged in any way take it to a qualified serviceman Do not disassemble charger take it to a qualilied serviceman when service or repair is required Incorrect reassembly may result in a risk of electric shock or fire To reduce risk of electric shock unplug charger from outlet before attempting any maintenance or cleaning Turning off controls will not reduce this risk Do not use charger outdoor...

Page 6: ...sories are currently available at Sears Retail Stores BLADE TYPES LENGTH IN For fast smooth cuts in woods masonite plastics hard composition board and all plunge cutting Keyhole blade shape permits cutting in hard to reach areas Forfast smooth deep cutsthroughthick wood plastic composition board and hardboard For rough cuts in wood High speed steel blade for cutting ferrous metals less than 1 8 in...

Page 7: ... It is convenient for storing the Allen wrench when it is not being used LOCK OFF BUTTON Your saw is equipped with a lock off button which reduces the possibility of accidental starting The lock off button is located on the handle above the switch trigger You must depress the lock off button in order to pull the switch trigger The lock resets each time the trigger is released Note You can depress ...

Page 8: ...d let a hot battery pack cool down for approximately 30 minutes before attempting to recharge When the battery pack becomes discharged and is hot this will cause the red light on your battery charger to flash When battery pack cools down red light will glow continuously indicating fast charging mode 1 hour charge time Once the battery pack cools down it will recharge battery pack in fast charging ...

Page 9: ...and should be replaced Green light on indicates battery pack is fully charged and slow charging to maintain battery pack Yellow light on and red light flashing indicates defective battery pack Return battery pack to your nearest Sears Repair Center for checking or replacing When your battery pack becomes fully charged the red light will turn OFF and the green light will tum ON If you remove batter...

Page 10: ...ry pack and latches snap in place properly Improper assembly of battery pack can cause damage to internal components TO INSTALL SAW BLADE See Figure 4 Remove battery packSee Figure 3 WARNING Failure to remove battery pack from saw could result in accidental starting causing possible serious personal injury BLADE BLADE CLAMP CLAMP SCREW HOLEIN PIN SAW BLADE SAW BAR BLADE CLAMP BLADE CLAMP SCREW BLA...

Page 11: ... BASE ASSEMBLY Remove battery pack See Figure 3 _ WARNING Failure to remove battery pack from saw could result in accidental starting causing possible serious personal injury Loosen the set screw in the gear frame with the Allen wrench provided with this saw See Figure 6 Reposition base assembly to desired position Retighten set screw securely Do not overtighten screw or use an aid with Allen wren...

Page 12: ... blade penetrates work tilt saw until blade is perpendicular to the work Fig 9 Metals such as sheet steel pipe steel rods aluminum brass and copper may be cut with your saw Be careful not to twist or bend the saw blade Do not force We recommend cutting oil when cutting most soft metals and steel Cutting oil will also keep blades cool increase cutting action and prolong blade life Never use gasolin...

Page 13: ...eries they will eventually wear out Do not disassemble battery pack and attempt to replace the batteries Handling of these batteries especially when wearing rings and jewelry could result in a serious burn To obtain the longest possible battery life we suggest the following Store and charge your batteries in a cool area Temperatures above normal room temperature will shorten battery life Never sto...

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Page 15: ...ESS RECIPROCATING SAW or when ordering repair parts SEE BACK PAGE FOR PARTS ORDERING INSTRUCTIONS 1 5 4 3 Key No 1 2 3 4 5 6 Part Number 981341 000 981342 000 981343 000 981344 000 972OOO 698 PARTS LIST Description Quan Base Assembly Shoe 1 Allen Wrench 1 Battery Pack Item No 9 11098 1 Battery Charger Item No 9 11089 1 Saw Blade Pack 1 Carrying Case Not Shown 1 Owner s Manual Can Be Purchased Thru...

Page 16: ... pieces 1 800 469 4663 For the repair or replacement parts you need Call 6 a m 11 p m CST 7 days a week Parts Direct M 1 800 366 PART 1 800 366 7278 Para ordenar piezas con entrega a domicilio 1 800 659 7084 For the location of a Sears Service Center in your area Call 24 hours a day 7 days a week 1 800 488 1222 To purchase or inquire about a Sears Maintenance Agreement Call 7 am 5 pm CST Monday Sa...

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