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NG-54

12V RECIPROCATING SAW

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

PRODUCT CODE: 40044

CAUTION: 

Read the operating 

instructions to reduce the risk of inquiry

Battery and charger sold separately 

Summary of Contents for NovaGear NG-54

Page 1: ...NG 54 12V RECIPROCATING SAW INSTRUCTION MANUAL PRODUCT CODE 40044 CAUTION Read the operating instructions to reduce the risk of inquiry Battery and charger sold separately ...

Page 2: ...isk of fire electric shock or electrocution Do not operate charger if it has received a sharp blow been dropped or otherwise damaged in any way Have it checked by an electrician or power tool repairer Do not disassemble charger Take it to an electrician or power tool repairer when service or repair is required Incorrect reassembling may result in a risk of electric shock electrocution or fire To r...

Page 3: ...inue use and do not recharge Save these instructions and other documents supplied with this tool for future reference 1 WORK AREA SAFETY a Keep work area clean and well lit Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents b Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres such as in the presence of flammable liquids gases or dust Power tools create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes c Keep child...

Page 4: ...rotection used for appropriate conditions will reduce personal injuries Prevent unintentional starting Ensure the switch is in the off position before connecting to power source and or battery pack picking up or carrying the tool Carrying power tools with your finger on the switch or energising power tools that have the switch on invites accidents d Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turnin...

Page 5: ...ting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control g Use the power tool accessories and tool bits etc in accordance with these instructions taking into account the working conditions and the work to be performed Use of the power tool for operations different from those intended could result in a hazardous situation 5 SERVICE a Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair person us...

Page 6: ...ause irritation or burns is also highly recommended that you wear a dust mask ear protection and padded gloves Hold the power tool with a firm grip Secure the work piece A work piece clamped with clamping devices or in a vice is held more secure than by hand One handed operation can be hazardous It is recommended you hold the unit firmly with both hands when operating the tool After installing a b...

Page 7: ... become too hot during the operation of the tool This can happen when the tool is overloaded or being used for extended periods of time Up to 30min in cooling time may be required depending on ambient temperature and operation being performed OVER CURRENT PROTECTION Should the battery be overloaded and the maximum current draw be exceeded the battery will temporarily stop working to protect the in...

Page 8: ...signed to handle Any other use is deemed to be a case of misuse The user operator and not the manufacturer will be liable for any damage or injuries of any kind caused as a result of this TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS NG 54 Reciprocating Saw Product code 40044 Warranty 3 years Voltage 12V Stroke length 1 2 13mm No load speed 0 2300 RPM Battery type Li ion 2000mAh Battery charge time 30 m...

Page 9: ... This tool is compatible with the NG 6020 battery and NG 61 charger 1 2 6 3 5 4 1 LED light 2 Stationary shoe 3 On off trigger 4 Lock off button 5 Battery level indicator 6 Battery release button battery not included ACCESSORIES INCLUDED 1x cutting blade ...

Page 10: ...being inserted correctly It is also possible that there could be damage to the battery battery terminals or the reciprocating saw REMOVING THE BATTERY Press both the battery release buttons on either side and gently pull the battery out of the reciprocating saw BATTERY LIFE The length of service from each charging cycle will depend on the type of work you are doing To obtain the longest possible b...

Page 11: ...fe ASSEMBLY INSTALLING A BLADE 1 Depending on the job the blade may be inserted with the teeth facing up or down To install a blade twist the collar in the direction of the arrow fig 2 while inserting the blade into the clamp fig 3 until the tang butts against the collar 2 Release collar and the spring loaded Warning Always remove the battery from the tool before inserting or removing a blade or w...

Page 12: ... before removing blades Point the tool downward twist the collar and shake the tool up and down DO NOT turn the tool on while your fingers are holding the blade clamp open The shank of the broken blade should drop out of the clamp If shaking the tool does not work in most cases a corner of the broken blade will extend beyond the blade clamp Twist the collar and pull the broken blade out of the cla...

Page 13: ... or right side of the handle ON OFF TRIGGER 1 Turn the reciprocating saw ON by pressing the on off trigger Fig 6 whilst pressing the lock off button 2 To turn the reciprocating saw OFF release the on off trigger and the lock off button VARIABLE SPEED You can vary the speed of the reciprocating saw by controlling the amount of pressure applied to the on off trigger The tool reaches its max speed wh...

Page 14: ...are many different types of blades available Generally there are metal cutting blades fine teeth and wood cutting blades coarse teeth Use the correct blade for your application The packaging on the blade will indicate the type of materials each blade is designed to cut LED LIGHT The saw has one LED Light built into the unit Fig 7 The LED light turns on automatically when you press the on off trigg...

Page 15: ...will not come into contact with anything other than the work piece 3 Select a convenient starting point in the area to be cut out Place the tip of the blade over that point 4 Rest the lower edge of the adjustable pivoting shoe on the work piece and hold it firmly in that position maintaining a shallow cutting angle 5 Press the lock off button and squeeze the trigger to start the saw 6 With the saw...

Page 16: ...odically Periodically clean dust and debris from the blade clamp with dry compressed air If the collar resists twisting twist the collar back and forth to shake debris loose Periodically lubricate the blade clamp with a dry lubricant such as graphite METAL CUTTING Metals such as pipe steel rods sheet steel aluminum brass and copper can be cut with your reciprocating saw To cut thin sheet material ...

Page 17: ...l warranty The warranty period commences on the date of purchase which can be verified on your receipt or invoice We cannot offer a warranty for damages and defects on appliances or their parts caused by improper use or treatment Damage caused by failure to comply with the operating manual will be excluded from the warranty In the event that an unauthorised persons has modified the appliance the w...

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