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OPERATION
GENERAL CUTTING (Fig. 8)
WARNING:
Before attaching the battery pack on the tool, always check to
determine that the switch performs properly and returns to the “OFF” position
when released.
WARNING:
Hold the tool only by the plastic handle and the insulated grip
area to help prevent electrical shock. When sawing into walls or floors you may
encounter electrical wiring. Sawing into a “live” wire will cause electric shock.
1. Remove the battery pack from the
saw.
2. Make sure that the workpiece is firmly
clamped to a stable surface.
3. Use the appropriate type and size of
blade for the workpiece material and
size.
4. Adjust the pivot shoe as necessary to
make sure that the blade will extend
beyond the shoe and the workpiece at all times.
5. Adjust the pivot shoe as necessary to expose unworn blade teeth for longer
blade life.
6. Check for clearance behind the workpiece so that the blade will not impact
another surface.
7. Mark the line of cut clearly. If cutting metal, apply cutting oil on the line.
8. Attach the battery pack on the saw.
9. Hold the saw firmly with both hands. Make sure to keep your hands on the
insulated gripping areas only.
10. Depress the lock-off button and trigger switch to start the saw and bring
it to the maximum desired cutting speed before applying the blade to the
workpiece.
11. Do not force the tool. Place the shoe firmly on the workpiece while cutting.
Use only enough steady pressure on the blade to keep the saw cutting.
12. Reduce pressure as the blade comes to the end of the cut.
13. Release the trigger switch and allow the saw to come to a complete stop
before removing the blade from the workpiece.
14. If sawing fiberglass, plaster, wallboard, or spackling compound, clean the saw
motor vents frequently with a vacuum or compressed air. These materials are
highly abrasive and may accelerate the wear on motor bearings and brushes.
Fig. 8
