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14. Some material contains chemicals which may be
toxic. Take caution to prevent dust inhalation
and skin contact. Follow material supplier safety
data.
15. Always use the correct dust mask/respirator for
the material and application you are working
with.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
WARNING:
DO NOT let comfort or familiarity with product
(gained from repeated use) replace strict adherence
to safety rules for the subject product. MISUSE or
failure to follow the safety rules stated in this instruc-
tion manual may cause serious personal injury.
FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION
CAUTION:
• Always be sure that the tool is switched off and unplugged before adjusting or checking function on the tool.
Selecting the cutting action (Fig. 1)
This tool can be operated with an orbital or a straight line (up and down) cutting action. The orbital cutting action
thrusts the blade forward on the cutting stroke and greatly increases cutting speed.
To change the cutting action, just turn the cutting action changing lever to the desired cutting action position.
Refer to the table to select the appropriate cutting action.
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Switch action (Fig. 2)
CAUTION:
• Before plugging in the tool, always check to see that
the switch trigger actuates properly and returns to the
“OFF” position when released.
• Switch can be locked in “ON” position for ease of oper-
ator comfort during extended use. Apply caution when
locking tool in “ON” position and maintain firm grasp on
tool.
To start the tool, simply pull the switch trigger. Release
the switch trigger to stop.
For continuous operation, pull the switch trigger and then
push in the lock button.
To stop the tool from the locked position, pull the switch
trigger fully, then release it.
Speed adjusting dial (Fig. 3)
The tool speed can be infinitely adjusted by turning the
speed adjusting dial. Higher speed is obtained when the
speed adjusting dial is turned in the direction of number
5; lower speed is obtained when it is turned in the direc-
tion of number 1.
Refer to the table to select the proper speed for the work-
piece to be cut. However, the appropriate speed may dif-
fer with the type or thickness of the workpiece. In
general, higher speeds will allow you to cut workpieces
faster but the service life of the blade will be reduced.
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Position
Cutting action
Applications
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Straight line cutting action
For cutting mild steel, stainless steel and plastics.
For clean cuts in wood and plywood.
I
Small orbit cutting action
For cutting mild steel, aluminum and hard wood.
II
Medium orbit cutting action
For cutting wood and plywood.
For fast cutting in aluminum and mild steel.
III
Large orbit cutting action
For fast cutting in wood and plywood.
Workpiece to be cut
Number on adjusting dial
Wood
4 – 5
Mild steel
3 – 5
Stainless steel
3 – 4
Aluminum
3 – 5
Plastics
1 – 4