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                        ITEM #0352635

12-AMP ORBITAL

    RECIPROCATING SAW

WITH ROTATING HEAD

MODEL #K12RS-06A

KOBALT

®

 and the K & Design

®

 are registered 

trademarks of LF, LLC. All Rights Reserved.

Questions, problems, missing parts? 

Before returning to your retailer, call our customer 

service department at 1-888-3KOBALT (1-888-356-2258), 8 a.m. - 8 p.m., EST, Monday - 

Friday.

ATTACH YOUR RECEIPT HERE

Serial Number                                  

 

            Purchase Date

Summary of Contents for K12RS-06A

Page 1: ...nd the K Design are registered trademarks of LF LLC All Rights Reserved Questions problems missing parts Before returning to your retailer call our customer service department at 1 888 3KOBALT 1 888 356 2258 8 a m 8 p m EST Monday Friday ATTACH YOUR RECEIPT HERE Serial Number Purchase Date ...

Page 2: ...afety Information 3 Contents 6 Preparation 7 Operating Instructions 8 Care and Maintenance 12 Troubleshooting 12 Warranty 13 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Component Specifications Motor 120V 60Hz 12A No load speed 0 2800 SPM Blade stroke 1 1 8 in 28 6 mm ...

Page 3: ...d bystanders away while operating a power tool Distractions can cause you to lose control 2 Electrical safety a Power tool plugs must match the outlet Never modify the plug in any way Do not use any adaptor plugs with earthed grounded power tools Unmodified plugs and matching outlets will reduce the risk of electric shock b Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces such as pipes radiato...

Page 4: ...ir can be caught in moving parts g If devices are provided for the connection of dust extraction and collection facilities ensure that these are connected and properly used Use of these devices can reduce dust related hazards 4 Power tool use and care a Do not force the power tool Use the correct power tool for your application The correct power tool will do the job better and more safely at the r...

Page 5: ... of control c Always disconnect the plug from the power source before changing the saw blade and or adjusting the saw base d The saw blade must be securely locked in its holder Check that it has been securely seated before use e Make certain that all adjusting levers and the blade holder are tight before making a cut Loose adjusting levers and holders can cause the tool or blade to slip loss of co...

Page 6: ...ur risk from these exposures varies depending upon how often you do this type of work To reduce your exposure to these chemicals Work in a well ventilated area Work with approved safety equipment such as those dust masks that are specially designed to filter out microscopic particles Avoid prolonged contact with dust from power sanding sawing grinding drilling and other construction activities Wea...

Page 7: ...be sure to become familiar with all of the operating features and safety instructions WARNING Remove the tool from the package and examine it carefully Do not discard the carton or any packaging material until all parts have been examined WARNING If any part of the tool is missing or damaged do not plug the tool in or use it until the part has been repaired or replaced Failure to heed this warning...

Page 8: ...is securely attached REMOVING THE SAW BLADE Fig 2 1 Disconnect the saw from the power supply 2 Pivot the blade release lever E to open the blade clamp 3 Remove the saw blade from the blade clamp BASE SHOE ADJUSTMENT Fig 3 For maximum control and longer blade life the base assembly slides in or out to adjust the effective stroke length 1 Disconnect the plug from the power source 2 Open and hold the...

Page 9: ...to a power source SCROLLING ORBITAL STRAIGHT FUNCTION LEVER Fig 7 Scrolling Action 1 Disconnect the plug from the power source 2 Turn the lever C to the position to permit the saw head to be rotated relative to the body 3 Rotate the saw head to one of the four locking positions indicated by a click then turn the lever to the position to lock the head in position Orbital Action This reciprocating s...

Page 10: ...If cutting metal apply cutting oil to the line 8 Connect the saw to an electrical outlet 9 Hold the saw firmly with both hands Make sure to keep your hands on the insulated gripping areas only 10 Depress the trigger switch to start the saw Bring it to the maximum desired cutting speed before applying the blade to the workpiece 11 Place the shoe firmly on the workpiece while cutting Use only enough...

Page 11: ...ance behind the workpiece so that the blade will not impact another surface 8 Connect the plug to a power source 9 If the blade is inserted with the teeth facing downward hold the tool as shown in Column A resting the edge of the shoe on the workpiece 10 With the blade just above the workpiece depress the lock off button and trigger switch to start the saw and bring it to the maximum desired cutti...

Page 12: ...n and tearing of the material CARE AND MAINTENANCE All maintenance should only be carried out by an authorized service organization Cleaning Before cleaning or performing any maintenance disconnect the tool from the power source For safe and proper operation always keep the tool and its ventilation slots clean Always use only a soft dry cloth to clean your reciprocating saw never use detergent or ...

Page 13: ...und or call 1 888 3KOBALT 1 888 356 2258 for warranty service This warranty is void if defects in materials or workmanship or damages result from repairs or alterations which have been made or attempted by others or the unauthorized use of nonconforming parts the damage is due to normal wear damage is due to abuse including overloading of the tool beyond capacity improper maintenance neglect or ac...

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