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TRIGGER SWITCH
Release lock-off by switching to the unlocked position
shown in
figure E
. Pull the trigger switch to turn the
motor ON. Releasing the trigger turns the motor OFF.
NOTE:
This tool has no provision to lock the switch in
the ON position, and should never be locked in the
ON position by any other means.
BLADE CLAMP RELEASE LEVER
Cut hazard.
Turn off and remove battery from tool before making any
adjustments or removing or installing attachments or accessories.
Cut hazard.
Blade breakage may occur if the blade does not extend
past the shoe and the workpiece during the cut. Increased risk of personal injury, as
well as damage to the shoe and workpiece may result.
To install blade into saw:
1. Open blade clamp release lever to its full open
position as shown in
figure F
.
2. Insert blade shank from the front.
3. Close blade clamp release lever. Check to make
sure blade is clamped securely.
NOTE:
Blade can be installed upside-down to assist in
flush-to cutting.
To remove blade from saw:
Burn hazard.
Do not touch the the blade immediately after use. Contact
with the blade may result in personal injury.
1. Open blade clamp release lever to its full open position.
2. Remove blade.
FLUSH CUTTING (FIGURE G)
• The compact design of the reciprocating saw motor
housing and pivoting shoe permit close cutting to
floors, corners and other difficult areas.
• To maximize flush cutting capabilities, insert the
blade shaft into the blade clamp with the teeth of the
blade facing up.
• Turn the saw upside down so you are as close to the
work surface as possible.
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E
F
G
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