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OPERATING MANUAL
Reciprocating Saw
54-8150-6
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  • Page 1 OPERATING MANUAL Reciprocating Saw 54-8150-6...
  • Page 2: General Safety Precautions

    Specifications: Motor: 120 V 6.5 A Variable speed: 0–2500 RPM Blade stroke: 1 1/8” Weight: 8 lb (3.6 kg) IMPORTANT: Read through this operating manual carefully before using your new tool. Pay close attention to all Safety Instructions, Warnings and Caution sections.
  • Page 3 platform. Holding the work by hand or against your body is unstable and may lead to loss of control. Do not force tool. Use the correct tool for your application. The correct tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for which is designed. Do not use tool if switch does not turn it on or off.
  • Page 4: Electrical Safety

    your hair, clothing, and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewellery, or long hair can be caught in moving parts. Avoid accidental starting. Be sure switch is off before plugging in. Carrying tools with your finger on the switch or plugging in tools that have the switch on invites accidents.
  • Page 5 Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord to carry the tool, or pull the plug • • • • from an outlet. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts. Replace damaged cords immediately. Damaged cords increase the risk of electric shock.
  • Page 6: Assembly And Adjustments

    Do not leave the tool running. Operate the tool only when hand-held. • Always release the switch to OFF and wait for the tool to come to a complete • stop before removing the blade from the workpiece. Keep the handle dry, clean, and free from oil and grease. Always use a clean •...
  • Page 7 WARNING: Remove the reciprocating saw from the carton and examine it carefully. Do not discard carton or any packaging material until all parts are examined. WARNING: If any part of the saw is missing or damaged, do not plug the reciprocating saw in until the damaged part is repaired or replaced.
  • Page 8: General Cutting

    WARNING: When changing a blade immediately after operation, allow the blade to cool before removing to avoid possible burning. PIVOT SHOE The pivot shoe adjusts backwards and forwards to allow the entire length of the blade, exposing different areas of teeth on the blade, or for special applications requiring a low clearance.
  • Page 9: Maintenance

    2. Use the appropriate type and size of blade for the workpiece material and size. 3. Adjust the pivot shoe as necessary to make sure the blade will extend beyond the shoe and the workpiece at all times. 4. Adjust the pivot shoe as necessary to expose unused blade teeth, for longer blade life.
  • Page 10 WARNING: Use only accessories that are recommended by the manufacturer for your model. Accessories that may be suitable for one tool may become hazardous when used on another tool. WARNING: Maintain tools with care. Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control.

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