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Carefully read the entire Instruction Manual 

before using this product.

Before returning this product for a Warranty Claim or any other reason

 

Please Call 1300 880 001 (Australia) or 0800 445 721 (New Zealand)

When you make your call, please have the following information at hand: 

    

GMC Product Type 

 

    

GMC Product Code

GMC 

Service Engineer will take your call and, in most cases, will be able to solve your problem over the phone. 

You are welcome to use this phone-in service to make suggestions or give comments about any GMC product.
With continuing product development changes may have occurred which render the product received slightly 
different to that shown in this instruction manual. 
The manufacturer reserves the right to change specifications without notice. 

Note: 

Specifications may differ from country to country.

      

Helpline 1300 880 001 (Australia) or 0800 445 721 (New Zealand)

Register your warranty on line at www.gmcompany.com 

and enter your receipt details. 

The 

GMC 777 

Helpline operates from

 7am 

to

 7pm, 7 days a week (EST). 

This allows you to contact 

GMC 

directly with any queries 

and technical questions you have regarding products.

Save this Manual for future reference

GMC Head Office:

45-55 South Centre Road, Melbourne Airport, Victoria, Australia 3045
Telephone (03) 8346 1100 Fax (03) 8346 1200

Summary of Contents for MXR56

Page 1: ...1 INSTRUCTION MANUAL Black Cyan Magenta Yellow Code MXR56 Date 060301 Edition 03 Op DCR 850W RECIPROCATING SAW MXR56 INSTRUCTION MANUAL ...

Page 2: ... If found to be defective in materials or workmanship the tool or the offending faulty component will be replaced free of charge with another of the same item A small freight charge may apply The warranty replacement unit is only made available by returning the tool to the place of purchase with a confirmed register receipt Proof of purchase is essential We reserve the right to reject any claim wh...

Page 3: ...tting ferrous materials Dear Customer If you require any help with your product whether it is a Warranty claim spare part or user information Please phone our Help Line for an immediate response The appropriate number is given on the rear page of this manual Introduction Your new GMC power tool will more than satisfy your expectations It has been manufactured under stringent GMC Quality Standards ...

Page 4: ...or use reduces the risk of electric shock Personal safety Stay alert watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a power 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 Use safety equipment Always wear eye protection Safety equipment such...

Page 5: ...blade When operating the saw use safety equipment including safety goggles or shield ear protection dust mask and protective clothing including safety gloves Ensure that the lighting is adequate Keep the area free of tripping hazards Do not let anyone under the age of 18 years operate this saw Always stand to one side when operating the saw Never use a cracked or distorted saw blade Only use sharp...

Page 6: ...nd the motor slows resulting in inefficient cutting and possible damage to the motor Always remove the plug from the mains socket before making any adjustments or maintenance including changing the blade WARNINGS Before connecting a tool to a power source mains switch power point receptacle outlet etc be sure that the voltage supply is the same as that specified on the nameplate of the tool A powe...

Page 7: ...7 9 8 Know your product 1 Trigger switch 2 Speed control knob 3 Lock off button 4 Tool free blade clamp 5 Pivoting shoe 6 Shoe axis 7 Saw blade 8 Shoe adjustment screw x2 9 Allen key 6 3 1 2 4 7 5 ...

Page 8: ... need to keep the lock off button depressed once the saw has started However if the trigger switch is released the lock off button will re engage as a safety precaution to prevent accidental operation In order to restart the saw the both the lock off button and the trigger switch must be pressed again Varying the speed Vary the speed to suit the blade and the material being cut with the use of the...

Page 9: ...l and serious injury Metal cutting 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 not force the cutting action We recommend that you use cutting oil to lubricate the cut when sawing soft metals and steel It keeps the blade cooler and prolongs blade life Caution Clamp the work firmly and cut close to th...

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Page 12: ...oduct development changes may have occurred which render the product received slightly different to that shown in this instruction manual The manufacturer reserves the right to change specifications without notice Note Specifications may differ from country to country Helpline 1300 880 001 Australia or 0800 445 721 New Zealand Register your warranty on line at www gmcompany com and enter your rece...

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