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20V CORDLESS RECIPROCATING SAW MODEL NO: CRS20Li PART NO: 6487020 OPERATION & MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS LS1013...
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INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing this CLARKE 20V Cordless Reciprocating Saw. Before attempting to use this product, please read this manual thoroughly and follow the instructions carefully. In doing so you will ensure the safety of yourself and that of others around you, and you can look forward to your purchase giving you long and satisfactory service.
GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS WARNING: READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS. FAILURE TO FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS LISTED BELOW MAY RESULT IN ELECTRIC SHOCK, FIRE AND/ OR SERIOUS INJURY. THE TERM “POWER TOOL” IN THE WARNINGS REFERS TO YOUR RECIPRICATING SAW. Save all warnings and instructions for future reference. 1) WORK AREA SAFETY a.
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c. Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is in the off-position before connecting to power source and/or battery pack, picking up or carrying the tool. Carrying power tools with your finger on the switch or energising power tools that have the switch on invites accidents. d.
ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION Recycle unwanted materials instead of disposing of them as waste. All tools, accessories and packaging should be sorted, taken to a recycling centre and disposed of in a manner which is compatible with the environment. SYMBOLS Weee Symbol CE Mark Read instruction manual before use ADDITIONAL SAFETY WARNINGS FOR...
12. NEVER attempt to stop the saw blade with your fingers. 13. NEVER put the saw down on a table or work bench unless switched off. The saw blade will keep running briefly after the tool has been switched off. 14.
FITTING THE BATTERY PACK (NOT SUPPLIED) This reciprocating saw requires a 20V battery pack (6487040) and 1 Hour Charger (6487050) to operate. Both are available separately from your local Clarke dealer. TO FIT THE BATTERY 1. Slide the battery pack onto the base of the lamp.
ON/OFF SWITCH 1. Press and hold the safety switch and then squeeze the trigger. • The saw features a variable speed trigger. for increased speed, squeeze the trigger harder. for decreased speed, apply less pressure to the trigger. 2. Release the trigger to stop the saw.
9. To prevent accidents, turn off the tool and remove the battery after use. Clean, then store the tool indoors out of children’s reach. PLUNGE CUTTING Plunge cut into plywood and thin boards. Do not attempt to plunge cut into thick, hardwood or metal panels.
• Check the condition of blades regularly. Bent, cracked, worn or dull blades will not operate properly and can cause damage or injury. Discard damaged or worn blades. • Refer to your CLARKE dealer if internal maintenance is required. REPLACEMENT BLADES Replacement blades are available from your local CLARKE dealer.
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