Assembly And Adjustment - Stanley STEL365 Instruction Manual

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ASSEMBLY AND ADJUSTMENT

Warning! CUT HAZARD. Turn off and disconnect
tool from power source before making any adjustments or
removing or installing attachments or accessories.
Warning! Hold saw firmly with both hands for all cutting
operations.
Warning! Inspect work area for hidden electrical wiring,
gas pipes or water pipes before making blind or plunge
cuts. Failure to do so may result in electrica lshock, fire,
explosion, or property damage.
Warning! CUTHAZARD. Blade breakage may occur
if the blade does not extend past the shoe and the
workpiece during the cut. Increased risk of personali njury,
as well as damage to the shoe and workpiece may result.
Warning! ALWAYS use safety glasses. Everyday
eyeglasses are NOT safety glasses. Also use face or
dust mask if cutting operation is dusty. ALWAYS WEAR
CERTIFIED SAFETY EQUIPMENT.
Warning! CUT HAZARD. Before cutting any type
of material, be sure it is firmly anchored or clamped to
prevent slipping.
f Switch on saw motor before applying pressure.
f Place blade lightly against work to be cut.
Warning! CUT HAZARD. Never hold and use the
product with your fingers wrapped around shoe
adjustment button. Always hold saw firmly with both
hands while cutting as shown in Fig. B. Whenever
possible, the saw shoe must be held firmly against the
material being cut. This will prevent the saw from jumping
or vibrating and minimize blade breakage.
VARIABLE SPEED SWITCH (FIG.C)
The variable speed trigger switch will give you added
versatility. The further the trigger is depressed the higher
the speed of the saw. To turn the tool "OFF" release the
trigger.
Warning! CUTHAZARD. This tool has no provision to
lock the switch in the ON position, and should never be
locked in the ON position by any other means.
BLADE INSTALLATION AND REMOVAL(FIG.D)
Warning! CUT HAZARD. Turn off and disconnect tool
from power source before making any adjustments or
removing or installing attachments or accessories.
The blade should extend past the shoe and the thickness
of the workpiece during the cut. Select the blade best
suitable for the material to be cut and use the shortest
blade suitable for the thickness of the material. Do not use
jigsaw blades with this tool.
Warning! CUT HAZARD. Blade breakage may occur
if the blade does not extend past the shoe and the
workpiece during the cut. Increased risk of personal injury,
as well as damage to the shoe and workpiece may result.
TO INSTALL BLADE INTO SAW
1. Point tool away from body.
2. Rotate blade clamp collar in the direction shown in
Fig.D.
3. Insert blade shank fully into blade clamp collar.
4. Release blade clamp collar to lock blade into position.
Note: Blade can be installed with the teeth up to assist in
flush-to cutting.
TO REMOVE BLADE FROM SAW
Warning! CUTHAZARD. Turn off and disconnect tool
from power source before making any adjustments or
removing or installing attachments or accessories.
Warning! Burn hazard. Do not touch the blade
immediately after use. Contact with the blade may result in
personal injury.
1. Rotate blade clamp collar to release position.
2. Remove blade.
ADJUSTABLE SHOE (Fig.E)
Warning! CUT HAZARD. Blade breakage may occur
if the blade does not extend past the shoe and the
workpiece during the cut. Increased risk of personal injury,
as well as damage to the shoe and workpiece may result.
Warning! CUT HAZARD. Turn off and disconnect tool
from power source before making any adjustments or
removing or installing attachments or accessories.
The shoe will adjust to limit the depth of cut. Using a
M4(5/32in.) hex wrench (not supplied), loosen the screws
(Fig. E) and slide the shoe out to the desired depth then
retighten screws securely.
Caution! CUTHAZARD. To prevent loss of control,
never use tool without shoe.
Caution! RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY AND
PROPERTY DAMAGE. Ensure the shoe is locked into
position before using tool.
FLUSH CUTTING (FIG.F)
f The compact design of the reciprocating saw motor
housing and pivoting shoe permit close cutting to
floors, corners and other difficult areas.
f To maximize flush cutting capabilities, insert the blade
shaft into the blade clamp with the teeth of the blade
facing up.
f Turn the saw upside down so you are as close to the
work surface as possible.