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18 V CORDLESS RECIPROCATING SAW
(Battery & Charger Not Included)
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
Batteries:
Variable speed:
Blade stroke:
Blade type:
Blade change system:
Blade:
Rotating blade head:
Front shoe:
Chargers:
Weight:
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Imported by Mastercraft Canada Toronto, Canada M4S 2B8
18 V
Ni-Cd (54-3102-2; sold separately)
Li-ion (54-3100-6; sold separately)
0–2400 SPM (no load)
1" (2.5 cm)
Universal shank
Tool free
4" (10.2 cm)
Locks at 0°, 90°, 180° and 270°
Extendable and pivoting
1-hour, diagnostic (54-3103-0 or
54-3101-4; both sold separately)
6 lb 11 oz (3.04 kg) without battery
1-800-689-9928
54-8235-6
Owner's Manual
Battery not
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Page 1: Product Specifications
Extendable and pivoting Chargers: 1-hour, diagnostic (54-3103-0 or 54-3101-4; both sold separately) Weight: 6 lb 11 oz (3.04 kg) without battery NEED ASSISTANCE? Call us on our toll-free Customer Support Line: 1-800-689-9928 Imported by Mastercraft Canada Toronto, Canada M4S 2B8... -
Page 2: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS Product specifications ………….……………………………………………………. Table of contents ……………………………………………………………………... General safety warnings …………………………………………………………….. 3–4 Eye, ear & lung protection …………………………………………………………… 3–4 Electrical safety ………………………………………………………………………. Power tool safety ……………………………………………………………………... 5–7 General safety rules ………………………………………………………………….. Work area ………………………………………………………………….………….. Electrical safety ………………………………………………………………………. Personal safety ……………………………………………………………………….. -
Page 3: General Safety Warnings
GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS CAUTION: Before using this tool or any of its accessories, read this manual and follow all Safety Rules and Operating Instructions. This instruction manual includes the following: General Safety Rules Specific Safety Rules and Symbols ... -
Page 4: Electrical Safety
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. -
Page 5: Power Tool Safety
POWER TOOL SAFETY GENERAL SAFETY RULES Avoid contact between the operator's body and grounded surfaces such as pipes, WARNING: Read and understand radiators, ranges, and refrigerators. There all instructions. Failure to follow all is an increased risk of electric shock if the instructions listed below may result in operator's body is grounded. -
Page 6: Use And Care Of Power Tools
POWER TOOL SAFETY PERSONAL SAFETY – cont’d Do not use a power tool if it cannot be turned ON or OFF using the power switch. Avoid accidental start-ups. Verify that the A tool that cannot be controlled using the switch is in the OFF position before switch is dangerous, and must be repaired. -
Page 7: Specific Safety Rules
POWER TOOL SAFETY SERVICE – cont’d Hold the tool by insulated gripping surfaces when performing an operation When servicing a tool, use only identical where the saw blade may contact hidden wiring or its own cord. Contact with a “live” replacement parts. -
Page 8: Battery And Charger Safety
SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES WARNING: Use only 4" (10.2 cm) universal Only use the battery reciprocating saw blades. Never use a packs listed above to power this tool. broken blade, as it will not be securely held Using any other battery pack could in the tool. -
Page 9: Symbols
SYMBOLS WARNING: Some of the following symbols may appear on the cordless 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. Volts Direct current Amperes No load speed Hertz... -
Page 10: Know Your Cordless Reciprocating Saw
KNOW YOUR CORDLESS RECIPROCATING SAW NOTE: Battery & Charger are NOT included and must be purchased separately. Reciprocating saw is compatible with all 18 V PowerXchange batteries. Speed control Rotating blade Rotating blade wheel head locking Tool free head button blade holder Lock-off button... -
Page 11: Accessories And Contents
ACCESSORIES AND CONTENTS AVAILABLE ACCESSORIES Battery packs and chargers must be purchased separately. WARNING: Use only saw blades ● that are recommended for this cordless This reciprocating saw has been reciprocating saw. Follow the designed to be powered by one of the instructions that accompany the saw following battery packs: ●... -
Page 12: Contents
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Page 13: Assembly And Operation
ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING INSTALLING A BATTERY IN THE RECIPROCATING SAW Remove the discharged battery (1) from the tool by pressing on one the battery release buttons (2) on the sides of the tool handle (Fig. 1). NOTE: There is one battery release button on each side of the handle. -
Page 14: Removing A Blade
ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING INSTALLING A BLADE – cont’d Insert the appropriate blade (2) into the blade slot (3) as far as it will go. Release the blade-locking sleeve. NOTE: The blade will automatically be locked into the blade holder. Pull outward on the blade to ensure it is properly locked into the blade holder. -
Page 15: Variable Speed Control
ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING ADJUSTING THE PIVOTING SHOE - cont’d Lock the pivoting shoe in place by tightening the pivoting shoe hex screws. Pull outward on pivoting shoe to ensure it is firmly locked in place. VARIABLE SPEED CONTROL Set the reciprocating saw speed by rotating the variable speed control dial (1) to the appropriate speed (Fig. -
Page 16: Adjusting The Rotating Cutting Head
ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING TRIGGER SWITCH – cont’d Once the saw starts, release the lock- off button. The saw will remain running until the trigger switch is released. To turn the saw OFF, release the trigger switch. NOTE: To re-start the saw, the lock-off button must be pressed again before the trigger switch is squeezed. -
Page 17: Materials You Can Cut
ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING MATERIALS YOU CAN CUT This reciprocating saw is a versatile tool that allows you to cut many different types of materials. Some of these materials include: ● Wood products such as lumber, hardwood, plywood, composite board, and panelling ●... -
Page 18: General Cutting
ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING 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”, “BATTERY AND CHARGER SAFETY” and “SYMBOLS” before using this cordless reciprocating saw. Verify the following every time the cordless reciprocating saw is used: The blade is sharp and in good condition. -
Page 19: Plunge Cutting
ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING GENERAL CUTTING – cont’d Make sure there are no nails, screws, clamps or foreign materials in the path of the saw blade. Hold the saw away from your body and in front of you (Fig. 8). With both hands firmly gripping the saw, and with the blade NOT in contact with the surface to be cut, start the saw by pressing the lock-off... -
Page 20: Metal Cutting
ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING PLUNGE CUTTING – cont’d Rest the lower edge of the adjustable pivoting shoe on the workpiece and hold it firmly in that position, maintaining a shallow cutting angle. Press the lock-off button and squeeze the trigger switch to start the saw. Fig. - Page 21 ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING METAL CUTTING – cont’d ● Do not force the saw blade. Let it cut at its own speed. DANGER: Always clamp the workpiece in a vise, or to a workbench or table. Do not hold workpiece in your hand. Never use gasoline as a lubricant or as a cleaning agent.
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Page 22: Maintenance
MAINTENANCE GENERAL It has been found that electric tools are subjected to accelerated wear and WARNING: When servicing this possible premature failure when they are tool, use only identical replacement used on fibreglass boats and sports cars, parts. The use of any other part may wallboard, spackling compounds or create a hazard or cause product plaster. -
Page 23: Exploded View
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Page 24: Parts List
PARTS LIST ® WARNING: When servicing, use only Mastercraft 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. - Page 25 PARTS LIST Key # Part # Part Name Quantity 5402330101 Back bearing hold down 5201230101 Square bearing 6613050003 Retaining ring 5402430101 Washer 5101390101 Roller 6593801312 Slot screw 5101410101 Spacer 6516401012 Screw 6801060111 Bearing 6613120003 Retaining ring 5610220101 3700560101 Rotor 5614110101 Right brush holder assembly 6411395013 Tapping screw...
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Page 26: Warranty
3-Year Limited Warranty This Mastercraft product is guaranteed for a period of 3 years from the date of original retail purchase against defects in workmanship and materials, except for the following components: Component A: Batteries, chargers and carrying cases, which are guaranteed for a period of 2 years from the date of original retail purchase against defects in workmanship and materials;... - Page 27 Mastercraft is a superior line of products selected for their workmanship and materials. These products are designed to meet rigorous quality and performance standards, and are approved by our Quality Assurance laboratory.
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