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 DC18V

Date:

 060320

Edition:

 04

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 DCR

18V

ROTATING HANDLE

RECIPROCATING SAW  

DC18V

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

Summary of Contents for DC18V

Page 1: ...1 Black Cyan Magenta Yellow Code DC18V Date 060320 Edition 04 Op DCR 18V ROTATING HANDLE RECIPROCATING SAW DC18V INSTRUCTION MANUAL ...

Page 2: ...nts alterations or commercial or business use It also does not cover any bonus accessories unless the tool is a GMC Platinum Professional model Please ensure that you store your receipt in a safe place Conditions apply to the above warranty If you need direction of what constitutes a free of charge warranty claim please review the guide given on the rear of the Receipt Holder An indication is give...

Page 3: ... 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 to meet superior perfor...

Page 4: ...se reduces the risk of electric shock 3 Personal safety a 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 b Use safety equipment Always wear eye protection Safety equipment su...

Page 5: ...used with another battery pack c Use power tools only with specifically designated battery packs Use of any other battery packs may create a risk of injury and fire d When battery pack is not in use keep it away from other metal objects like paper clips coins keys nails screws or other small metal objects that can make a connection from one terminal to another Shorting the battery terminals togeth...

Page 6: ...med or cracked Fully unwind cable drum extensions to avoid potential overheating When an extension cable is required you must ensure that it has the right ampere rating for your power tool and is in safe electrical condition After long working periods external metal parts and accessories could be hot Do not force the saw let the tool do the work at a reasonable speed Overloading will occur if too ...

Page 7: ... such as alongside sheds or metal structures in the summer The charger is designed for use from a standard household electrical supply 230 240 volts Do not attempt to connect the charger to a supply with a different supply If you wish to charge a second battery pack unplug the charger from the mains supply and leave it for at least 15 minutes After this time you can charge a second battery pack Ad...

Page 8: ... a damaged or worn out battery Contents of carton The GMC DC18V Reciprocating Saw is supplied with the following accessories as standard 2 x 18V Battery packs Battery charger 3 x Blades Wood cutting blade Demolition blade Metal cutting blade Unpacking Due to modern mass production techniques it is unlikely that your GMC Power Tool is faulty or that a part is missing If you find anything wrong do n...

Page 9: ...e speed trigger switch 2 Pendulum control 3 Lock off button 4 Tool free blade clamp 5 Pivoting shoe 6 Saw blade 7 Blade clamp lever 8 Rotating rear handle 9 Rotating release switch 10 Battery pack 11 Charger 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 11 9 7 10 ...

Page 10: ...at the battery pack is receiving a Fast Charge 4 After approximately one hour the Fast Charge indicator light red should go out and the green light should be lit indicating that the battery pack is fully charged NOTE It is necessary to depress both battery pack release buttons in order to remove the battery pack from the charger Depending on room temperature line voltage and existing charge level ...

Page 11: ...to lock the saw blade in position 4 Pull on the blade to ensure it is securely fastened WARNING Make sure that the blade is securely fastened before starting the saw Failure to do so may result in serious injury Switching on and off 1 Attach the battery pack 10 2 To start the saw press the lock off button 3 and squeeze the trigger switch 1 There is no need to keep the lock off button depressed onc...

Page 12: ...ed into one of the eight preset positions It must not be used at any position in between these eight preset positions as it might rotate during use and create a hazard 3 To rotate the handle press on the rotating release switch 9 and move the handle to one of the present positions General cutting 1 Hold the saw firmly in front and clearly away from you 2 Make sure that the blade is clear of any ob...

Page 13: ...work firmly and cut close to the clamping point to minimise vibration When cutting conduit pipe or angle iron clamp the work in a vice if possible and cut close to the vice To cut thin sheet metal sandwich the sheet between hardboard or plywood and clamp the layers to prevent vibration and the tearing of the metal Cleaning 1 Keep the tool s air vents unclogged and clean at all times 2 Remove dust ...

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Page 16: ...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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