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INSTALLING/REMOVING BLADE
See Figure 1, page 9.
NOTE:
Use blades that are .020 in. thick and 32-7/8 in.
long only.
To install the blade:
Lock the switch trigger and remove the battery pack.
Rotate the blade tension release lever 180º counter-
clockwise to release blade tension.
Flip the saw over and place on a flat, level surface.
Insert the saw blade through the slot in the work stop and
in between the guide rollers, making sure the blade teeth
point away from the saw.
Work the rest of the saw blade down around the sides and
back of the pulleys. Turn the pulleys by hand, if necessary,
to aid in moving the blade.
NOTE:
When correctly installed, the blade teeth should
be flush with the top of the tires around the pulleys. Fine
adjustments can be made using the tracking screws, if
necessary. Refer to
Adjusting Blade Tracking
later in
this manual.
Rotate the blade tension release lever 180º clockwise to
lock the blade in place.
To remove the blade:
rotate the blade tension release
lever 180º counter clockwise, then work the blade loose
starting from the back.
INSTALLING/REMOVING BATTERY PACK
See Figure 2, page 9.
Lock the switch trigger.
Insert the battery pack into the product as shown.
Make sure the latches on each side of the battery pack
snap into place and the battery pack is secured in the
product before beginning operation.
Depress the latches to remove the battery pack.
For complete charging instructions, see the operator’s manu-
als for your battery pack and charger.
ADJUSTING BLADE TRACKING
See Figure 3, page 10.
The blade is properly adjusted when the teeth on the blade
are flush with the top of the tires around the pulleys.
To adjust blade tracking:
Find the two blade tracking screws located above and
below the blade tension release lever.
Using the hex key provided or any 2.5 mm hex key, turn
each of the two tracking screws 1/4 turn. Turn clockwise
to move the blade in toward the saw housing or counter-
clockwise to move the blade out.
NOTE:
Hex key storage is located at the front of the saw
beneath the battery port.
OPERATION
WARNING:
Do not allow familiarity with this product to make
you careless. Remember that a careless fraction of
a second is sufficient to inflict serious injury.
WARNING:
Always remove battery pack from the tool when you
are assembling parts, making adjustments, clean-
ing, or when not in use. Removing battery pack will
prevent accidental starting that could cause serious
personal injury.
WARNING:
Always wear eye protection with side shields
marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1. Failure to do
so could result in objects being thrown into your
eyes and other possible serious injuries.
WARNING:
Do not use any attachments or accessories not
recommended by the manufacturer of this product.
The use of attachments or accessories not recom-
mended can result in serious personal injury.
APPLICATIONS
You may use this product for the purpose listed below:
Straight line cutting operations on metal pipe, rebar,
conduit, posts, plastics, wood, etc., up to 2.5 in.
SELECTING BLADES
Selecting the correct type of blade is important in order to
obtain the best performance from the saw. Select the blade
based on the application and on the material you wish to cut.
Selecting the right blade will give you a smoother, faster cut
and prolong the life of the blade. We recommend 14 TPI for
plastics and wood, 18 TPI for soft metals and multipurpose
use, and 24 TPI for hard metals.
WARNING:
Battery tools are always in operating condition.
Remove the battery pack when not in use or car-
rying at your side.
