AllTrade Kawasaki 192V Cordless Reciprocating Saw 840442 User Manual
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19.2V BATTERY-OPERATED RECIPROCATING SAWINSTRUCTION MANUAL BATTERIES AND CHARGERS SOLD SEPARATELY THIS MANUAL CONTAINS IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING SAFETY, OPERATION, MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE OF THIS PRODUCT. BEFORE USE, READ CAREFULLY AND UNDERSTAND ALL CAUTIONS, WARNINGS, INSTRUCTIONS AND PRODUCT LABELS. FAILURE TO DO SO COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY AND/OR PROPERTY DAMAGE. IF YOU SHOULD HAVE ANY QUESTIONS OR EXPERIENCE A PROBLEM WITH YOUR ALLTRADE PRODUCT, DO NOT RETURN THIS PRODUCT TO THE STORE. PLEASE CALL OUR CUSTOMER SERVICE DEPARTMENT AT 1-800-590-3723. BEFORE YOU CALL, HAVE THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION AVAILABLE: MODEL No., DATE PURCHASED AND STORE LOCATION. AN ALLTRADE REPRESENTATIVE CAN RESOLVE YOUR PROBLEM OVER THE PHONE. IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO MAKE A SUGGESTION OR COMMENT, GIVE US A CALL OR EMAIL US AT: [email protected]. YOUR FEEDBACK IS VITAL TO US. FOR CUSTOMER SERVICE POUR LE SERVICE APRÉS VENTE OU DU CONSOMMATEUR PARA EL SERVICIO PARA EL CONSUMIDOR1-800-590-3723 Printed in China COMPONENT #690088-UNISOURCE ™ MODEL 840442 KAWASAKI™ IS A TRADEMARK LICENSED BY KAWASAKI™ MOTORS CORP., U.S.A., WHICH DOES NOT MANUFACTURE OR DISTRIBUTE THIS PRODUCT. CONSUMER INQUIRES SHOULD BE DIRECTED TO: ©COPYRIGHT 2007 ALLTRADE TOOLS, LLC. 1431 VIA PLATA LONG BEACH, CA 90810-1462 USA690088_19.2V Black Cordless Reciprocating Saw_Rev 7/14/07 87-1904-60957 Conforms to Std. UL745-3, UL745-4-11
ACCESSORIES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18-19 SPECIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 PROTECTING THE ENVIRONMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 OTHER CONSUMER DO-IT-YOURSELF (DIY) TOOLS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 SECTION FIVE 2 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21-24 CONGRATULATIONS! Thanks for choosing this product. At Alltrade, our aim is to provide you with quality products at an affordable price, and we want you to be totally satisfied with your product and our Customer Service. If any help and advice is needed, please contact us at 1-800-590-3723. Properly cared for, this tool will give you many years of satisfaction. INTENDED USE This tool is intended for consumer use only. Your charger and/or adapter has been designed for charging batteries of the type approved and supplied with this tool. GENERAL SAFETY RULES – FOR ALL BATTERY OPERATED TOOLS READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS.Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious personal injury. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. RECOGNIZE SAFETY SYMBOLS, WORDS AND LABELS The safety instructions provided in this manual are not intended to cover all possible conditions and practices that may occur when operating, maintaining and cleaning power tools. Always use common sense and pay particular attention to all the DANGER, WARNING, CAUTIONand NOTEstatements of this manual. This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death. DANGERindicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. TABLE OF CONTENTS CONGRATULATIONS! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 INTENDED USE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 SECTION ONE GENERAL SAFETY RULES – FOR ALL BATTERY OPERATED TOOLS . . 2 RECOGNIZE SAFETY SYMBOLS, WORDS AND LABELS . . . . . . . . 2-3 IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 WORK AREA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 ELECTRICAL SAFETY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 PERSONAL SAFETY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 TOOL USE AND CARE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-6 SERVICE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 SECTION TWO SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES AND/OR SYMBOLS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 SAFETY RULES FOR CORDLESS RECIPROCATING SAW . . . . . . . . 6-7 SYMBOLS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 SECTION THREE FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 BATTERY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-13 REMOVING / ATTACHING BATTERY PACK . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 CHARGER #690072 / ADAPTER #690074 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 CHARGING BATTERY PACK USING CHARGER #690072 / ADAPTER #690074 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 ONE HOUR CHARGER #690507 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-13 CHARGING BATTERY PACK USING ONE HOUR CHARGER #690507 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 ASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-14 ATTACHING / REMOVING BLADE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 OPERATING THE RECIPROCATING SAW . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15-17 VARIABLE SPEED TRIGGER SWITCH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 GENERAL CUTTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15-16 PLUNGE CUTTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16-17 METAL CUTTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 SECTION FOUR MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 1
WORK AREA Keep your work area clean and well lit.Cluttered work benches and dark work areas may cause accidents or injury. Do not operate power tools in explosive areas, such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases or dust. Power tools create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes. Keep bystanders, children and visitors away while operating a power tool. Distractions can cause you to lose control. ELECTRICAL SAFETY Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord to carry the tool. Keep the cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges, or moving parts. Replace damaged cords immediately.Damaged cords may create a fire. A battery operated tool with integral batteries or a separate battery pack must be recharged only with the specified charger for the battery.A charger that may be suitable for one type of battery may create a risk of fire when used with another battery. Use battery operated tool only with specifically designatedbattery pack.Use of any other batteries may create risk of fire. 4 WARNINGindicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. CAUTIONindicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury. CAUTIONused without the safety alert symbol indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in property damage. NOTEprovides additional information that is useful for proper use and maintenance of this tool. If a NOTE is indicated make sure it is fully understood. IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS People with electronic devices, such as pacemakers, should consult their physician(s) before using this product. Operation of electrical equipment in close proximity to a heart pacemaker could cause interference or failure of the pacemaker. WARNING:Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling and other construction activities contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some examples of these chemicals are: • Lead from lead-based paints. • Crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products, and arsenic and chromium from chemically-treated lumber. Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on how often you do this type of work. To reduce your exposure to these chemicals: work in a well ventilated area, and work with approved safety equipment, such as dust masks that are specially designed to filter out microscopic particles. WARNING: Handling the power cord on corded products may expose you to lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.3
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 termi- nals together may cause sparks, burns or a fire. Maintain tools with care. Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained tools with sharp cutting edge are less likely to bind and are easier to control. Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, and any other condition that may affect the tool’s operation. If damaged, have the tool serviced before using.Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained tools. Use only accessories that are recommended by the manufacturer for your model.Accessories that may be suitable for one tool may create a risk of injury when used on another tool. SERVICE Tool service must be performed only by qualified repair personnel.Service or maintenance by unqualified personnel may result in a risk of injury. When servicing a tool, use only identical replacement parts. Follow instruc- tions in the Maintenance section of this manual. Use of unauthorized parts or failure to follow Maintenance Instructions may create a risk of shock or injury.. SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES AND/OR SYMBOLS Hold tool by insulated gripping surfaces when per- forming an operation where the cutting tool may contact hidden wiring. Contact with a “live” wire will also make exposed metal parts of the tool “live” and shock the operator. SAFETY RULES FOR CORDLESS RECIPROCATING SAW Always wear safety goggles or eye protection when using this tool.Use a dust mask or respirator for applications which generate dust. Secure the material being worked on. Never hold it in your hand or across your legs. Unstable support can cause loss of control and injury. 6 PERSONAL SAFETY Stay alert, watch what you are doing, and use common sense when operat- ing a power tool. Do not use tool while tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication.A moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury. Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Contain long hair. Keep your hair, clothing, and gloves away from moving parts.Loose clothes, jewelry or long hair can be caught in moving parts. Avoid accidental starting. Be sure switch is in the locked or “OFF” position before inserting battery pack. Carrying power tools with your finger on the switch or inserting battery pack into a tool with the power switch “ON”invites accidents. Remove adjusting keys or wrenches before turning the tool “ON”.A wrench or a key that is left attached to a rotating part of the tool may result in person- al injury. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. Proper foot- ing and balance enable better control of the tool in unexpected situations. Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protection. Dust mask, non-skid safe- ty shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection must be used for appropriate conditions..TOOL USE AND CARE Use clamps or other practical ways to secure and support the workpiece to a stable platform.Holding the work by hand or against your body is unstable and may lead to loss of control. Do not force tool. Use the correct tool for your application.The correct tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it is designed. Do not use the tool if the power switch does not turn it “ON” or “OFF”.A tool that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired. Disconnect battery pack from tool or place the switch in the locked or “OFF” posi- tion before making any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing the tool. Such preventative safety measures reduce the risk of starting the tool accidentally. Store idle tools out of reach of children and other untrained persons.Tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users. 5
SYMBOLS IMPORTANT: Some of the following symbols may be used on your tool. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the tool better and safer. SYMBOL NAME EXPLANATION V Volts Voltage (Potential)A Amperes CurrentHz Hertz Frequency (Cycles per Second)W Watt PowerKg Kilograms Weight Alternating Current Type of CurrentDirect Current Type of CurrentAlternating or Direct Current Type of CurrentEarthing Terminal Grounding TerminalClass II Construction Denotes Double Insulation min Minutes Times Seconds Time Diameter Size of Drill Bits, Grinding Wheels, etc. No load speed No-load Rotational Speed .../min Revolutions per Minute Revolutions, Surface Speed, Strokes, etc. per Minute 1,2,3, … Ring Selector Settings Speed, Torque or Position Settings 8 When using the Cordless Reciprocating Saw, always maintain a firm grip on the tool with both hands.Never put your hands or feet in the cutting area. Do not grasp the tool or place your hands too close to the blade. Keep your hands well away from the blade. Never reach underneath the tool while the blade is in motion. Do not use your legs or feet to stabilize the work piece. Position yourself to avoid being caught between the tool or side handle and walls or posts.Should the blade become bound or jammed in the work, it could result in loss of control and injury. Do not run the Cordless Reciprocating Saw while carrying it at your side.A mov- ing blade could cause serious personal injury. Disconnect battery pack from tool and place the switch in the locked or “OFF” position before making any assembly, adjustments, changing acces- sories, performing any inspection, maintenance or cleaning procedures. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the tool accidental- ly which could cause serious personal injury. Do not use the Cordless Reciprocating Saw if it has been damaged, left out- doors in the rain, snow, wet or damp environments, or immersed in liquid. Do not use dull or damaged blades. Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control. When restarting a saw in the workpiece, check that teeth are not engaged in the material. Keep the handle of the Cordless Reciprocating Saw dry, clean, and free from oil and grease. Be extra careful when cutting in high or hard-to-reach locations.Be on the lookout for hidden wires and falling debris. Maintain labels and nameplates on the Cordless Reciprocating Saw.These carry important information. If unreadable or missing, contact Alltrade for a replacement.
Use only Kawasaki™ 19.2V Battery Pack #691034 or #691240 with the One Hour Charger #690507. The battery is not fully charged. Charger #690072 / Adapter #690074 -Before first use, the battery pack requires 8-10 hours charge time to be fully charged. Subsequent recharging needs 3-5 hours for the battery to be fully charged. One Hour Charger #690507 -Before first use, the battery pack requires 3-5 hours charge time to be fully charged. Subsequent recharging needs 1 hour for the battery to be fully charged. Always switch to a fresh battery when tool performance begins to diminish. Severe heat is most destructive to a battery; the more heat generated, the faster the battery loses power. A battery that gets too hot can have a shortened life. Never over-discharge a battery by using the tool even after tool performance has decreased.Do not attempt to discharge a tool’s battery by continuing to pull on the tool trigger. When tool performance begins to diminish, stop the tool and recharge the battery for optimal performance. Charge battery pack at ambient temperatures between 50° F – 104° F. Store tool and battery pack in locations where temperatures will not exceed 120°F. This is important to prevent serious damage to the battery cells. The battery pack should always be recharged when the Cordless Reciprocating Saw begins to run slowly. When battery pack is not in use, keep it away from other metal objects such as 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- er may cause sparks, burns, or fire. 910 FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION CONTROLS AND COMPONENTS: 1. Saw Shoe 2. Trigger Switch 3. Lock-Off Button 4. Rubber Grip 5. Allen Wrench ACCESSORIES: 6. Wood Cutting Blade 7. Metal Cutting Blade BATTERY Before using battery pack, please read carefully all instruc- tions and cautionarymarkings on battery pack, battery charger and product using battery. Do not incinerate the battery pack even if it is severely damaged or is completely worn out.The battery pack can explode. Do not carry battery packs in aprons, pockets, or tool boxes, product kit boxes, drawers, etc. with loose metal objects.Battery pack terminals could be short circuited causing damage to the battery pack, severe burns or fire. The battery pack is Nickel-Cadmium (Ni-Cad) and is considered to be a toxic material by the Environmental Protection Agency.Before disposing of dam- aged or worn out Ni-Cad battery packs, check with your State Environmental Protection Agency to find out about special restrictions on the disposal of these battery packs, take them to your local recycling center for proper disposal, or call 1-800-822-8837. ® 1 2 3 4 5 6 7
REMOVING / ATTACHING BATTERY PACK REMOVE BATTERY PACK: 1. Press both release buttons on either side of the Cordless Reciprocating Saw to release the battery pack. 2. Pull battery pack free of Cordless Reciprocating Saw. ATTACH BATTERY PACK: 1. Align the raised portion of the battery pack with the groove in the battery compartment of the Cordless Reciprocating Saw. 2. Press the battery pack into place. Make sure the latches are securely fastened. Do not use the Cordless Reciprocating Saw if the battery pack is not seated properly. CHARGER #690072 / ADAPTER #690074 Before using battery charger, please read carefully all instructions and cautionary markings on battery charger, battery pack and product using battery. The charger will not automatically turn “OFF” when the battery pack is fully charged.The charging indicator light will remain “ON” until the charger is disconnected from the electrical outlet. Use only the charger which accompanied your product or direct replacement as listed in this manual. Do not substitute any other charger. Use only Alltrade approved chargers with your product. Do not disassemble charger. Do not use charger if it has been damaged, left outdoors in the rain, snow, wet or damp environments, or immersed in liquid. The battery pack and charger heat during charging. Place the charger on a flat, non-flammable surface away from flammable materials with at least four inches of clearance to allow proper air circulation around the charger and battery pack. When the battery pack requires recharging, a 3-5 hour charge allows the tool to operate at full power.A charging indicator light on the charger will illuminate to show that charging is taking place. CHARGING BATTERY PACK USING CHARGER #690072 / ADAPTER #690074 CHARGE BATTERY PACK: 1. Make sure the trigger on the Cordless Reciprocating Saw is in the “OFF”posi- tion and remove the battery pack from the Cordless Reciprocating Saw. 2. Insert the battery pack into the charger. Be sure that the battery pack is fully seated in the charger. Do not force. 3. Plug the charger into the nearest 120 volt, electrical outlet. The indicator light will come “ON”. IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR RECHARGING HOT BATTERIES When using your Cordless Reciprocating Saw continuously, the batteries in your battery pack will become hot. You should let a hot battery pack cool down for approximately 30 minutes before attempting to recharge. When the battery pack becomes discharged and is hot, the red light on the charger will flash. When the bat- tery pack cools down, the red light will glow continuously. This will occur when continuous use of your Cordless Reciprocating Saw causes the battery pack to become hot.It does not occur under normal circumstances. ONE HOUR CHARGER #690507 Before using battery charger, please read carefully all instructions and cautionary markings on battery charger, battery pack and product using battery. Use only the charger which accompanied your product or direct replacement as listed in this manual.Do not substitute any other charger. Use only Alltrade approved chargers with your product. Do not disassemble charger. Do not use charger if it has been damaged, left outdoors in the rain, snow, wet or damp environments, or immersed in liquid. 12 11 RELEASE BUTTON BATTERY PACK 120V AC ADAPTER LED LIGHT BATTERY CHARGER
ATTACHING / REMOVING BLADE Failure to remove the battery pack from the saw before removing the blade could result in accidental starting and serious personal injury. • Remove the battery pack. • Use the allen wrench to loosen the blade clamp screw on the side of the saw by turning it counter-clockwise. Do not remove the screw entirely. TO ATTACH BLADE: • Press the hole in the shank of the blade onto the pin in the saw bar. Make sure that the teeth of the blade are facing downward. • Tighten the blade clamp screw back into place. • Remove allen wrench. • Replace the battery pack. TO REMOVE BLADE: • Pull the hole in the shank of the blade off the pin in the saw bar. • Tighten the blade clamp screw back into place. • Remove allen wrench. • Replace the battery pack. 14 The battery pack and charger heat during charging. Place the charger on a flat, non-flammable surface away from flammable materials with at least four inches of clearance to allow proper air circulation around the charger and battery pack. When the battery pack requires recharging, a 1 hour charge allows the tool to operate at full power.A charging indicator light on the charger will illuminate to show that charging is taking place. CHARGING BATTERY PACK USING ONE HOUR CHARGER #690507 CHARGE BATTERY PACK: 1. Plug the charger into the nearest 120 volt electrical outlet. The step of the battery has positive and negative terminal markings on it. Align the markings with the identical markings on the top of the charger base. Insert the battery pack into base. Pack will not insert properly if reversed. 2. Make sure the trigger on the Cordless Reciprocating Saw is in the “OFF”position and remove the battery pack from the Cordless Reciprocating Saw. 3. If, when first inserting the battery pack, the red “ON”button does not light up, press the “SET” button on the charger. When the battery is charging, the red light is “ON”. 4. After approximately one hour of charging, the red indicator light should go “OFF”and the green light should come “ON”. The green light indicates that the battery is fully charged. 5. When fully charged, reattach battery pack onto Cordless Reciprocating Saw, making certain latches fasten securely. Cordless Reciprocating Sawwill not oper- ate properly if the battery pack is not seated properly. ASSEMBLY Be aware that this tool is always in an operating condition because it does not have to be plugged into an electrical outlet.Always turn the switch “OFF”and remove the battery pack before changing blades. 13 BLADE CLAMP BATTERY PACKBATTERY CHARGER
• Put on eye protection. • Clear the saw of any foreign material. • Make sure the work piece is held securely in place. Hold smaller pieces in a vise or attach to the workbench with clamps. • Mark out the line to be cut so it is easily visible. • Pull the trigger to start the saw. • Set the shoe against the work piece. • When the blade reaches full speed, slowly feed the blade into the work piece. PLUNGE CUTTING Never feed the blade into the work piece until the blade is at full speed. If the blade is not at full speed, the saw may kick back causing serious personal injury. • Mark out the line to be cut so it is easily visible. • Start inside the area to be cut out. • Depress the lock-on button and press the trigger to start the saw. 16 OPERATING THE RECIPROCATING SAW Never tape the trigger switch down to provide continuous high speed.The tool may fail under such conditions causing fire or personal injury. The lock-off button helps prevent accidental starting.This button can be pressed from either side.VARIABLE SPEED TRIGGER SWITCH THIS TOOL IS CONTROLLED BY A TRIGGER SWITCH: • The speed of the Cordless Reciprocating Saw depends on the amount of pressure applied on the trigger. The further the trigger is pressed, the faster the tool will go. • Press the lock-off button, then pull the “ON/OFF”trigger to turn the Cordless Reciprocating Saw“ON”. To turn the Cordless Reciprocating Saw “OFF”, release the trigger switch. GENERAL CUTTING Always hold the saw in front of you and away from your body. Keep your hands and feet well away from the work piece. Never feed the blade into the work piece until the blade is at full speed. If the blade is not at full speed, the saw may kick back causing serious personal injury. Use proper blade for the particular cutting application. 15 TRIGGER SWITCH LOCK-ON BUTTON
MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING Always remove the battery pack before attempting cleaning or maintenance. This Cordless Reciprocating Saw is lubricated before it leaves the factory. This lubrication should last for the life of the tool. No further lubrication is required. Use only mild soap and a damp cloth to clean the tool.Never let any liquid get inside the casing. Never immerse any part of the tool in a liquid. Always keep the ventilation openings clear. Always clean the battery pack using only a dry cloth. Do not use liquids. Always unplug the charger before cleaning it. Regularly clean the ventilation slots in your tool and charger using only a soft brush or dry cloth. Inspect all mounting screws regularly. Tighten any loose screws. Failure to keep the mounting screws tight could result in serious injuries. Never open the Cordless Reciprocating Saw case, battery pack or charger.Do not attempt to repair the Cordless Reciprocating Saw, battery pack or charger yourself. Opening any of these parts will void your warranty. ACCESSORIES Use only accessories that are recommended by the manufacturer for your model. Accessories that may be suitable for one tool may become hazardous when used on another tool. Always attach grounded (3-prong) extension cords to grounded (3-hole) outlets. If you must use an extension cord, be sure that the gauge is large enough to carry the amount of current necessary for your power tool.If not, your tool may experi- ence a loss of power, excessive voltage drop or overheating. The smaller the gauge number, the heavier the cord (see table on the next page). 18 • Set the shoe against the work piece. • When the blade reaches full speed, slowly feed the blade into the work piece. METAL CUTTING Never use gasoline or any flammable liquid as a lubricant. Sparking from the motor may cause it to ignite into flames. • When cutting metals other then copper, brass or aluminum, always use a lubricant, such as cutting oil, to keep the blade cool. This will prolong the life of the blade as well as speeding up the cutting process. • Make sure the work piece is held securely in place. Hold smaller pieces, such as pipe or conduit, in a vise or attach to the workbench with clamps. • To eliminate vibration, always cut close to the clamping point. • When cutting thin sheets of metal, place a piece of plywood on either side to control vibration and prevent tearing. 17 OIL