4.7 CUTTING ADVICE
The appropriate reciprocating action speed depends on the material and on the working conditions.
It can be determined by means of a practical test.
It is recommended that the reciprocating action speed be decreased at the start of cutting and
whenever cutting plastics.
Long operation at a lower reciprocating action speed may result in overheating of the power tool.
To restore the proper temperature, remove the blade from the work piece and turn the power tool
on at full speed for ca.1 minute.
Caution! Risk of burns!
Be careful because during operation the blade becomes hot due to
friction. It takes much more time to cut metal than to cut wood. Use suitable blades for cutting
metal. Before cutting, apply a thin layer of oil on the cutting line.
Cutting methods and blade positions
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