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To Install the Battery Pack into the Tool
Handle
1. Align the battery pack
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with the rails inside the tool’s
handle (Fig. C).
2. Slide it into the handle until the battery pack is firmly seated
in the tool and ensure that you hear the lock snap into place.
To Remove the Battery Pack from the Tool
1. Press the release button
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and firmly pull the battery pack
out of the tool handle.
2. Insert battery pack into the charger as described in the
charger section of this manual.
Fuel Gauge Battery Packs (Fig. D)
Some
D
e
WALT
battery packs include a fuel gauge which
consists of three green LED lights that indicate the level of
charge remaining in the battery pack.
To actuate the fuel gauge, press and hold the fuel gauge button
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. A combination of the three green LED lights will illuminate
designating the level of charge left. When the level of charge
in the battery is below the usable limit, the fuel gauge will not
illuminate and the battery will need to be recharged.
nOTE:
The fuel gauge is only an indication of the charge left on
the battery pack. It does not indicate tool functionality and is
subject to variation based on product components, temperature
and end-user application.
Variable Speed Trigger Switch (Fig. E)
Lock-off Button and Trigger switch
Your saw is equipped with a lock-off button
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.
To lock the trigger switch,
press the lock-off button as shown
in Figure E. Always lock the trigger switch
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when carrying or
storing the tool to eliminate unintentional starting. The lock-
off button is colored
red
to indicate when the switch is in its
unlocked
position.
To unlock the trigger switch,
press the lock-off button as
shown in Figure E. Pull the trigger switch to turn the motor ON.
Releasing the trigger switch turns the motor OFF.
WARNING:
This tool has no provision to lock the switch
in the ON position, and should never be locked ON by any
other means.
The variable speed trigger switch will give you added versatility.
The further the trigger is depressed the higher the speed of the
saw.
CAUTION:
Use of very slow speed is recommended only
for beginning a cut. Prolonged use at very slow speed may
damage your saw.
Worklight (Fig. A)
There is a worklight
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located on the end of the tool near the
shoe. The worklight is activated when the trigger switch is
depressed and will remain on for a short time after the trigger
switch is released. If the trigger switch remains depressed, the
worklight will remain on.
nOTE:
The worklight is for lighting the immediate work surface
and is not intended to be used as a flashlight.
Battery Indicator
As the battery nears a fully discharged state, the flashlight will
blink twice and then the brightness of the light will drop below
the normal level. This cycle will repeat until the battery is fully
discharged.
OPERATION
Instructions for Use
WARNING:
Always observe the safety instructions and
applicable regulations.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal
injury, turn tool off and disconnect battery pack
before making any adjustments or removing/
installing attachments or accessories.
An accidental
start-up can cause injury.
Proper Hand Position (Fig. F)
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of serious personal injury,
ALWAYS
use proper hand position as shown.
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of serious personal
injury,
ALWAYS
hold securely in anticipation of a
sudden reaction.
Proper hand position requires one hand on the hand grip
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,
with the other hand on the main handle
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.
Blade Installation and Removal
(Fig. A, G–I)
Different blade lengths are available. Use the appropriate blade
for the application. The blade should be longer than 90 mm and
should extend past the shoe and the thickness of the workpiece
during the cut. Do not use jigsaw blades with this tool.
WARNING:
Cut hazard. Blade breakage may occur if the
blade does not extend past the shoe and the workpiece
during the cut (Fig. H). Increased risk of personal injury, as
well as damage to the shoe and workpiece may result.
To Install Blade into Saw
1. Pull blade clamp release lever
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up (Fig. G).
2. Insert blade shank from the front.
3. Push blade clamp release lever down.
nOTE:
The blade can be installed in two positions as shown in
Figure I.
To Remove Blade from Saw
CAUTION:
Burn hazard. Do not touch the blade
immediately after use. Contact with the blade may result
in personal injury.
1. Open up blade clamp release lever.
2. Remove blade.
Cutting (Fig. J–K)
WARNING: Always use eye protection.
All users and
bystanders must wear approved eye protection.
