2.5 Amp Utila-Tool 241-0854 For questions / comments, technical assistance or repair parts – Please Call Toll Free: 1-866-917-4374. (M-F 8am – 6pm EST) OPERATOR’S MANUAL CAUTION: To Reduce The Risk Of Injury, User Must Read And Understand Operator’s Manual. Save These Instructions For Future Reference.
TABLE OF CONTENTS Safety Symbols. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 2 Safety Instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 3 Overview / Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 7 Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SAFETY SYMBOLS Some of these following symbols may be used on this tool. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the tool better and safer.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your attention to possible dangers. The safety symbols and the explanations with them deserve your careful attention and understanding. The symbol warnings do not, by themselves, eliminate any danger. The instructions and warnings they give are no substitutes for proper accident prevention measures.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS KNOW THE TOOL WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read the operator’s manual. WARNING: Read all safety warnings and instructions! Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury. Save all warnings and instructions for future reference. The term “power tool” in the warnings refers to your AC-powered (corded) power tool or battery-powered (cordless) power tool. WARNING: Risk of fire and electric shock.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 5. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. This enables better control of the power tool in unexpected situations. 6. Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry or long hair can be caught in moving parts. 7. If devices are provided for the connection of dust extraction and collection facilities, ensure that these are connected and properly used.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 9. Whenever possible, use clamping devices or other suitable means to secure the workpiece to a firm surface. 10. When working with the Utila-tool, always hold it firmly with both hands and provide for a secure stance. The power tool is guided more securely with both hands. 11. Keep your workplace clean. Blends of materials are particularly dangerous. Dust from light alloys can burn or explode. 12. Avoid unintentionally switching on the tool.
OVERVIEW FIG. 1 Quick-Release Lever On/Off Switch Variable-Speed Dial Vent Shaft Attachment plate Flange Bolt SPECIFICATIONS Rated voltage 120V 60 Hz Rated power 2.5A Oscillating rating 11,000-20,000/min (No load) Oscillating range ±1.4° Weight Page 7 3 lbs. 7 oz.
ASSEMBLY WARNING: If any part is broken or missing, DO NOT attempt to plug in the power cord or operate the tool until the broken or missing part is replaced. Failure to do so could result in possible serious injury. WARNING: Do not attempt to modify this tool or create accessories not recommended for use with this tool. Any such alteration or modification is misuse and could result in a hazardous condition leading to possible serious injury. UNPACKING 1. This product has been shipped completely assembled.
ASSEMBLY SELECTING THE APPLICATION ACCESSORY Page 9 NAME MATERIALS APPLICATION QUANTITY 1-3/8” Precision End-Cut Blade Wood, Plastic, Drywall 1-1/4” End-Cut Blade Wood, Plastic, Drywall, Nail 1 pc 2” 3-Sided Bi-Metal Blade Wood, Plastic, Drywall, Metal 1 pc 1-1/4” 3-Sided Bi-Metal Blade Wood, Plastic, Drywall, Metal 1 pc 3/8” End-Cut Blade Wood, Plastic, Drywall 1 pc Curved Plunge Blade Wood, Plastic, Drywall 1 pc 4” Semicircle Blade Wood, Plastic, Drywall, Nonferrous Metals, Thin st
ASSEMBLY NAME MATERIALS Flexible Scraper Plastic, Carpet, Caulking, Paint & Varnish, Adhesives 1 pc Rigid Scraper Paint & Varnish, Bonded Carpet, Soft Adhesives, Vinyl Flooring, Wood and other floor coverings 1 pc Caulk Removal Knife Plastic, Silicon Sealant, Caulking 1 pc Bare or Painted Wood, Plaster, and other surfaces, depending on sandpaper grit 1 pc sanding pad+ 41 pcs sandpaper (60 grits/120 grits/240 grits/320 grits - 8 pcs of each, 80 grits – 9 pcs) Sanding Pad and Sandpaper APPLICATI
OPERATION ON/OFF SWITCH (FIG. 2) FIG. 2 The speed can be adjusted from 11000 to 20000 oscillations per minute by adjusting the variable speed dial located at the rear of the tool. The speed dial is numbered “1” through “6”, with position “1” being the lowest speed and position “6” being the highest speed. ATTACHING THE APPLICATION TOOL (FIGS. 4-8) 1. To turn the tool ON, push the on/off switch forward. 2. To turn the tool OFF, pull the switch backward. VARIABLE-SPEED CONTROL (FIG. 3) FIG.
OPERATION FIG. 4 FIG. 7 FIG. 5 FIG. 8 FIG. 6 Groove Rib NOTICE: Attach the application tool at the desired orientation for the task at hand. The shaft is configured so that the application tool can be attached at 30° intervals around the shaft, from 0° to 330°. 1. Disconnect the tool from the power source. 2. Push the quick-release lever fully open with your palm to loosen the flange bolt (Fig. 5). Remove the flange bolt. 3. Ensure that the adapter and the drive shaft are clean. 4.
OPERATION ATTACHING THE APPLICATION ACCESSORY USED FOR UTILA-TOOL 241-0853 The Utila-Tool can be used with Fein® brand oscillating tool accessories and Menards accessories. The model numbers for the Menards Utila-Tool 241-0853 accessories are listed in the following table. 236-0851 236-0852 236-0853 236-0854 236-0855 236-0856 236-0857 236-0858 236-0859 236-0863 236-0864 236-0865 236-0866 236-0867 236-0868 236-0869 236-0870 1. Disconnect the tool from the power source. 2.
OPERATION NOTICE: Attach the Menards application accessories used for Utila-tool 241-0853 at the desired orientation for the task at hand. The shaft is configured so that the application tool can be attached at 30° intervals around the shaft, from 0° to 330°.
OPERATION The Curved Plunge Blade is ideal for making precise cuts in wood, plaster, drywall material. Applications include cutting openings in flooring for venting, repairing damaged flooring, cutting openings for electrical boxes. The blade works best on softer woods such as pine. For harder woods, the blade life will be limited. Select a medium to high speed. GROUT REMOVAL The Carbide Grit Semicircle Blade and Triangle Carbide Grit Rasp, are ideal for removing damaged or cracked grout.
MAINTENANCE WARNING: To avoid serious personal injury, always disconnect the plug from the power source when cleaning or performing any maintenance. Contact a qualified service technician for ALL repairs. 4. Use a soft, clean, damp cloth to wipe the tool housing. A mild detergent can be used but nothing like alcohol, petrol or other cleaning agent. Never use caustic agents to clean plastic parts. WARNING: Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts.
TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION The tool will not start. The tool is not plugged into a power source. Plug the tool into a power source. The circuit breaker is tripped. Reset the circuit breaker. (If the product repeatedly causes the circuit breaker to trip, discontinue use immediately and have the tool serviced at an authorized service center. The cord is damaged. Have the cord or switch replaced at an authorized service center. Too much pressure is being exerted on the tool.
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2.5A UTILA-TOOL WARRANTY 90-DAY MONEY BACK GUARANTEE: This MASTERFORCE® brand power tool carries our 90-DAY Money Back Guarantee. If you are not completely satisfied with your MASTERFORCE® brand power tool for any reason within ninety (90) days from the date of purchase, return the tool with your original receipt to any MENARDS® retail store, and we will provide you a refund – no questions asked.
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