BRUSHLESS RECIPROCATING SAW 241-0492 OPERATOR’S MANUAL CAUTION: To Reduce The Risk Of Injury, User Must Read And Understand Operator’s Manual. Save These Instructions For Future Reference. For questions / comments, technical assistance or repair parts – Please Call Toll Free: 1-866-917-4374 (M-F 8:30am-5:00pm EST).
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 more safely.
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 GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS WARNING: Read all safety warnings and all 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 mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated (cordless) power tool. 5. When operating a power tool outdoors, use an extension cord suitable for outdoor use.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS POWER TOOL USE AND CARE 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power tool for your application. The correct power tool will do the job better and more safely at the rate for which it was designed. Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn it on and off. Any power tool that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Use clamps or another practical way to secure and support the workpiece to a stable platform. Holding the work by your hand or against the body leaves it unstable and may lead to loss of control. 4. The saw blade must be securely locked in its holder. Check that it has been securely seated before use. 5. Make certain that all adjusting levers and the blade holder are tight before making a cut.
OVERVIEW Hook Variable-Speed Trigger Switch Pivot Shoe Blade-Orbit Selector Lever Shoe-Locking Lever Tool-less Blade Clamp LED Worklight SPECIFICATIONS No-load Speed 0-3,100 RPM Blade Stroke 1-1/8” (29mm) Tool Weight (without battery) Page 7 5 lb. 15 oz. (2.
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.
ASSEMBLY INSTALLING THE BLADE (FIG. 2) 1. 2. 3. 4. Remove the battery pack from the tool. Turn the tool-less blade clamp counterclockwise. Insert the blade into the slot in the blade clamp. Release the blade clamp to lock the blade in place. NOTICE: When changing a blade immediately after operation, allow the blade to cool before removing to avoid possible burning from the hot blade. NOTICE: The blade may be installed with the teeth pointing up or down, according to the needs of the cutting operation.
OPERATION VARIABLE‐SPEED TRIGGER SWITCH (FIG. 5A & 5B) ADJUSTING THE BLADE ORBIT ACTION (FIG. 6) Your reciprocating saw is equipped with a trigger switch to turn the saw on and off and to control the speed. This reciprocating saw has the option of orbit action to make the blade swing slightly as it cuts. Maximum cutting efficiency can be obtained by adjusting the blade orbit selector lever to orbital action. 1. Before you turn on the tool, open the lock-off button by pressing from the right side (FIG.
OPERATION GENERAL CUTTNG WARNING: Before attaching the battery pack to the tool, always check to determine that the switch performs properly and returns to the “OFF” position when released. WARNING: Hold the tool only by the plastic handle and the insulated grip area to help prevent electrical shock. When sawing into walls or floors you may encounter electrical wiring. Sawing into a “live” wire will cause electric shock. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. Remove the battery pack from the saw.
OPERATION 4. 5. 6. As the blade starts cutting, raise the handle of the tool slowly until the shoe rests firmly on the workpiece. After the blade has penetrated through the workpiece, guide the tool along your cutting line to achieve the desired cut. Release the trigger switch. Do not remove the blade from the material until the blade has completely stopped moving. NOTICE: To make plunge cutting easier, use a heavy gauge blade and install the blade with the teeth facing upward as show in column B (FIG.
MAINTENANCE BEFORE EACH USE 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. LUBRICATION Inspect the reciprocating saw, the on/off switch and the accessories for damage. Check for damaged, missing, or worn parts. Check for loose screws, misalignment or binding of moving parts, or any other condition that may affect the operation. If abnormal vibration or noise occurs, turn the tool off immediately and have the problem corrected before further use. Detach the battery from the saw before cleaning or performing any maintenance.
BRUSHLESS RECIPROCATING SAW 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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