RECIPROCATING SAW - 4.5 AMP Model 04095 ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 3491 Mission Oaks Blvd., Camarillo, CA 93011 Visit our Web site at http://www.harborfreight.com TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY, READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE. Copyright© 2003 by Harbor Freight Tools®. All rights reserved. No portion of this manual or any artwork contained herein may be reproduced in any shape or form without the express written consent of Harbor Freight Tools.
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS E194601 Item Electrical Requirements Variable Speed Blade Stroke Shoe Plate Tilt Chuck Chuck Capacity Overall Dimensions Weight Description 120 Volt / 60 Hz / 4.5 Amps 6 Positions / 0-2300 SPM (Strokes Per Minute) 3 1- /16” 0-15° Pin Type 1/2” Standard Shank 16-1/2” L x 3-1/4” W x 5-3/4” H 6.
ELECTRICAL SAFETY 4. Grounded tools must be plugged into an outlet properly installed and grounded in accordance with all codes and ordinances. Never remove the grounding prong or modify the plug in any way. Do not use any adapter plugs. Check with a qualified electrician if you are in doubt as to whether the outlet is properly grounded. If the tools should electrically malfunction or break down, grounding provides a low resistance path to carry electricity away from the user. 5.
14. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. Proper footing and balance enables better control of the power tool in unexpected situations. 15. Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protection. Dust mask, nonskid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection must be used for appropriate conditions. TOOL USE AND CARE 16. Use clamps (not included) or other practical ways to secure and support the workpiece to a stable platform.
SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES 1. Hold tool by insulated gripping surfaces when performing an operation where the cutting tools may contact hidden wiring or its own cord. Contact with a ‘live’ wire will make exposed metal parts of the tool ‘live’ and shock the operator. 2. Industrial applications must follow OSHA requirements. 3. Maintain labels and nameplates on the Saw. These carry important information. If unreadable or missing, contact Harbor Freight Tools for a replacement. 4.
13. Always unplug the Saw from its electrical outlet before performing any inspection, maintenance, or cleaning procedures. 14. WARNING! Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction activities, contain 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 or other masonry products.
GROUNDING WARNING! Improperly connecting the grounding wire can result in the risk of electric shock. Check with a qualified electrician if you are in doubt as to whether the outlet is properly grounded. Do not modify the power cord plug provided with the tool. Never remove the grounding prong from the plug. Do not use the tool if the power cord or plug is damaged. If damaged, have it repaired by a service facility before use.
DOUBLE INSULATED TOOLS: TOOLS WITH TWO PRONG PLUGS 4. Tools marked “Double Insulated” do not require grounding. They have a special double insulation system which satisfies OSHA requirements and complies with the applicable standards of Underwriters Laboratories, Inc., the Canadian Standard Association, and the National Electrical Code. (See Figure B.) 5. Double insulated tools may be used in either of the 120 volt outlets shown in the following illustration. (See Figure B.) FIGURE B EXTENSION CORDS 1.
6. If you are using an extension cord outdoors, make sure it is marked with the suffix “W-A” (“W” in Canada) to indicate it is acceptable for outdoor use. 7. Make sure your extension cord is properly wired and in good electrical condition. Always replace a damaged extension cord or have it repaired by a qualified electrician before using it. 8. Protect your extension cords from sharp objects, excessive heat, and damp or wet areas.
UNPACKING When unpacking, check to make sure that the tool is intact and undamaged. If any parts are missing or broken, please call Harbor Freight Tools at the number shown on the cover of this manual as soon as possible. ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS NOTE: For additional information regarding the parts listed in the following pages, refer to the Assembly Diagram on page 14.
To Adjust The Depth Of Cut: 1. To Adjust the depth of cut, loosen but do not remove the two Hex Screws (58) located on the underside of the Reciprocating Saw. (See Figure C.) 2. For a deeper cut, slide the Adjustable Shoe Plate (1) close to the Guard Plate (2). For a shallower cut, slide the Adjustable Shoe Plate further away from the Guard Plate. (See Figure C.) 3. Then, retighten the two Hex Screws (58). (See Figure C.
8. Once the cutting procedure is completed, release pressure on the Trigger (37) to stop the Reciprocating Saw. If the Trigger Lock was used, squeeze and release the Trigger once to stop the Saw. Then, unplug the Saw from its electrical outlet. (See Figure B.) INSPECTION, MAINTENANCE, AND CLEANING 1.
PARTS LIST Part 1 Description Adjustable Shoe Plate Part Description 37 Trigger 38 Right Body 2 Guard Plate 3 Rubber Sleeve 39 ** Washer 4 Screw 40 ** Retaining Washer 5 Cover 41 Screw 6A Hex Screw 42 Power Cord Suppor t 6B Hex Screw 43 Screw 7 Blade Holder 44 Power Cord 8 Felt Retainer 44B Cord Guard 45 Racing Plate 8B Felt Pad 9 Shock Absorber 10 Small Cover Sheet A 47 Screw 11 Screw 48 Screw 12 Retaining Washer 14 Reciprocating Bar 15 Sliding Bearing
ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM WOOD SAW BLADE (59) NOT SHOWN METAL SAW BLADE (60) NOT SHOWN REPLACEMENT BRUSHES (61) NOT SHOWN 4MM HEX KEY (62) NOT SHOWN REV 10/05 SKU 4095 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353.
