5-AMP CORDED COMPACT RECIPROCATING SAW 241-0946 Owner’s Manual PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Rating: 120V, 60Hz, AC Amperes: 5 AMP Speed: 0–3,500 SPM (no load) Stroke Length: 1/2" Blade change system: Tool-less Weight: 5.1 lb For questions / comments, technical assistance or repair parts – Please Call Toll Free at: 1-866-349-8665 (M-F 9am – 5pm EST) Or email us at: customerservice@powertoolsplus.
TABLE OF CONTENTS Product specifications ………….………………………………………………………………... Table of contents …………………………………………………………………….................. General safety warnings ………………………………………………………………………… Eye, ear & lung protection ………………………………………………………………………. Electrical safety …………………………………………………………………………………... Power tool safety …………………………………………………………………….................. General safety rules ……………………………………………………………………………... Work area ………………………………………………………………….……………………...
GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS ! WARNING: Before using this tool or any of its accessories, read this manual and follow all Safety Rules and Operating Instructions. The important precautions, safeguards and instructions appearing in this manual are not meant to cover all possible situations. It must be understood that common sense and caution are factors which cannot be built into the product.
GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS WEAR A DUST MASK THAT IS DESIGNED TO BE USED WHEN OPERATING A POWER TOOL IN A DUSTY ENVIRONMENT. ! WARNING: Dust that is created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction activities may contain chemicals that are known to cause cancer, birth defects, or other genetic abnormalities.
POWER TOOL SAFETY When operating a power tool outdoors, use an extension cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock. ! WARNING: Read all safety warnings, instructions, illustrations and specifications provided with this power tool. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.
POWER TOOL SAFETY Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control. Personal safety – cont’d If devices are provided for the connection of dust extraction and collection facilities, ensure these are connected and properly used. Use of dust collection can reduce dustrelated hazards. Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc.
SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES ! WARNING: Know your reciprocating saw. Do not plug in the tool until you have read and understand this Instruction Manual. Learn the tool’s applications and limitations, as well as the specific potential hazards related to this tool. Following this rule will reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, or serious injury. Always hold the tool with two hands. Attempting to control the tool with only one hand is dangerous. It could result in loss of control and serious injury.
EXTENSION CORD SAFETY ! WARNING: Keep the extension cord clear of the working area. Position the cord so it will not get caught on the workpiece, tools or any other obstructions while you are working with the power tool. ! WARNING: Repair or replace damaged or worn extension cords immediately. Make sure any extension cord used with this tool is in good condition. When using an extension cord, be sure to use one of heavy enough gauge to carry the current the tool will draw.
SYMBOLS ! WARNING: Some of the following symbols may appear on the reciprocating saw. Study these symbols and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow for more efficient and safer operation of this tool. V A Hz W kW L kg H N/cm2 Pa OPM Min S or a.c.
KNOW YOUR RECIPROCATING SAW Lock-on button Tool free blade holder Blade holder guard Variable speed trigger switch 10 Motor vent
ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING INSTALLING A BLADE VARIABLE SPEED TRIGGER SWITCH ! WARNING: Always remove the plug from the power source before installing or removing a blade or adjusting the saw in any way. The variable speed trigger switch controls both the ON/OFF function and the speed of the tool. 1. To install a blade in the saw, rotate the blade locking sleeve (1) counter clockwise (Fig. 1). 2. Insert the appropriate blade (2) into the blade slot (3) as far as it will go. 3.
ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING LOCK-ON BUTTON – cont’d ! WARNING For safety reasons, the operator must read the sections of this Owner’s Manual entitled "GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS", "POWER TOOL SAFETY", "SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES", "EXTENSION CORD SAFETY" and "SYMBOLS" before using this reciprocating saw. Verify the following every time the reciprocating saw is used: 2 1. 1 2. Fig. 3 MATERIALS YOU CAN CUT 3. This reciprocating saw is a versatile tool that allows you to cut many different types of materials.
ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING GENERAL CUTTING – cont’d 5. 6. ! WARNING: Make sure the blade does not touch the workpiece until the saw reaches full speed. Loss of control and possible injury could result. With both hands firmly gripping the saw, and with the blade NOT in contact with the surface to be cut, start the saw by squeezing the switch trigger. 6.
ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING METAL CUTTING – cont’d Do not twist or bend the saw blade. Do not force the saw blade. Let it cut at its own speed. ! DANGER: Always clamp the workpiece in a vice, or to a workbench or table. Do not hold workpiece in your hand. a) b) Never use gasoline as a lubricant or as a cleaning agent. A spark from the motor may cause an explosion. Gasoline will also damage the plastic components of the saw.
MAINTENANCE It has been found that electric tools are subjected to accelerated wear and possible premature failure when they are used on fiberglass boats and sports cars, wallboard, spackling compounds or plaster. The chips and grindings from these materials are highly abrasive to electric tool parts such as bearings, brushes, commutators, etc. Consequently, it is not recommended that this tool be used for extended work on any fiberglass material, wallboard, spackling compounds or plaster.
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PARTS LIST ! WARNING: When servicing, use only original equipment replacement parts. The use of any other parts may create a safety hazard or cause damage to the reciprocating saw. Any attempt to repair or replace electrical parts on this reciprocating saw may create a safety hazard unless repairs are performed by a qualified technician. For more information, call the Toll-free Helpline, at 1-866-349-8665. Always order by PART NUMBER, not by key number.
PARTS LIST Key # 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 Part # 1010110019 4010010036 2010080149 4100020006 2040110057 4100010007 4030010102 4030010074 4020010201 2020020059 2040110058 2040040136 4010010163 3140020162 2020020060 4020010206 2010080155 2030100087 2060010002 1150010054 3140020163 4100020008 3150160186 2040310033 2050050045 2040310034 4100020013 6060030012 2050060204 2040160170 2040160171 2030100086 4130010017 Part Name Rotor Bearing
PERFORMAX® RECIPROCATING SAW WARRANTY 30-DAY MONEY BACK GUARANTEE: This PERFORMAX® brand power tool carries our 30-Day Money Back Guarantee. If you are not completely satisfied with your PERFORMAX® brand power tool for any reason within thirty (30) 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.
