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12V
RECIPROCATING SAW
70297
These instructions accompanying the product are the original instructions. This document is part of the product, keep it
for the life of the product passing it on to any subsequent holder of the product. Read all these instructions before
assembling, operating or maintaining this product.
This manual has been compiled by Draper Tools describing the purpose for which the product has been designed, and
contains all the necessary information to ensure its correct and safe use. By following all the general safety instructions
contained in this manual, it will ensure both product and operator safety, together with longer life of the product itself.
AlI photographs and drawings in this manual are supplied by Draper Tools to help illustrate the operation of the product.
Whilst every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of information contained in this manual, the Draper Tools
policy of continuous improvement determines the right to make modifications without prior warning.
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- Page 1 AlI photographs and drawings in this manual are supplied by Draper Tools to help illustrate the operation of the product.
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Page 2: Title Page
Commercial copying, redistribution, hiring or lending is prohibited. No part of this publication may be stored in a retrieval system or transmitted in any other form or means without written permission from Draper Tools Limited. In all cases this copyright notice must remain intact. -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION 6.1 IDENTIFICATION ......................12 UNPACKING AND CHECKING 7.1 PACKAGING ........................13 7.2 DRAPER 12V MULTI-TOOL INTERCHANGEABLE BATTERY SYSTEM ......13 7.3 WHAT’S IN THE BOX ......................13 PREPARING THE RECIPROCATING SAW 8.1 BATTERY CHARGING ...................... 14 BASIC RECIPROCATING SAW OPERATIONS 9.1 BLADE INSTALLATION ..................... -
Page 4: Warranty
This warranty applies in lieu of any other warranty expressed or implied and variations of its terms are not authorised. Your Draper warranty is not effective unless you can produce upon request a dated receipt or invoice to verify your proof of purchase within the warranty period. -
Page 5: Introduction
This product is intended for domestic and infrequent light trade use only. Any application other than that it was intended for, is considered misuse. 4.2 SPECIFICATION STOCK NO ..........................70297 PART NO ..........................RS12VD CUTTING CAPACITIES: WOOD ..........................65MM PLASTIC ..........................50MM STEEL .......................... -
Page 6: Handling And Storage
INTRODUCTION 4.3 HANDLING AND STORAGE – Care must be taken when handling this product. • Dropping this power tool could have an effect on its accuracy and could also result in personal injury. This product is not a toy and must be respected. –... -
Page 7: Health And Safety Information
HEALTH AND SAFETY INFORMATION 5.1 GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR POWER TOOL USE 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. - Page 8 HEALTH AND SAFETY INFORMATION d) Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning the power tool on. A wrench or a key left attached to a rotating part of the power tool may result in personal injury. e) Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. This enables better control of the power tool in unexpected situations.
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Page 9: Additional Safety Instructions For Reciprocating Saws
Ensure the blade is secure before use. – Use the appropriate blade for the material being cut. Different blades are available from your Draper stockist. – Only use blades in perfect working condition. Discard and replace any cracked or bent saw blades. -
Page 10: Safety Instructions For Mains Powered Chargers & Battery Packs
Before charging, read the instructions. – Do not expose to rain. – Only use Draper 12V battery packs with this product. Consult your Draper stockist for details. – Do not charge any other batteries with Draper chargers. Any other application is considered misuse. -
Page 11: Connection To The Power Supply (Charger)
Warning! – Leaking battery packs – The electrolyte in battery packs is corrosive. Avoid contact with the skin. – If contact is made, flush the area with clean water, pat dry and seek medical attention at the earliest opportunity. – Inform medical personnel that the contaminant is a “high alkaline, corrosive liquid”. -
Page 12: Technical Description
TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION 6.1 IDENTIFICATION (1) Foot (4) Safety lock (7) Hand grip (2) Quick release (5) Battery charge indicator (8) Variable speed blade clamp trigger switch (6) 12V 1.5Ah battery pack (3) Secondary hand grip (sold separately) (9) LED worklight –... -
Page 13: Unpacking And Checking
Lay the contents out and check them against the parts shown below. If any part is damaged or missing, please contact the Draper Help Line (the telephone number appears on the Title page) and do not attempt to use the product. -
Page 14: Preparing The Reciprocating Saw
PREPARING THE RECIPROCATING SAW 8.1 BATTERY CHARGING – FIGS. 1 – 2 Check the mains voltage. Make sure the voltage of the power source is the same as the voltage specified on the rating plate of the charger unit. Plug your mains plug into the power source. The green LED indicator (A) will blink indicating stand-by mode. -
Page 15: Basic Reciprocating Saw Operations
BASIC RECIPROCATING SAW OPERATIONS 9.1 BLADE INSTALLATION – FIGS. 3 – 4 Turn and hold the spring-loaded quick release blade clamp (2) counter-clockwise. Insert the blade into the slot (2.1) of blade clamp. Release the blade clamp to lock the blade. Check that the blade is secure before operating the saw. -
Page 16: Flush Cutting
BASIC RECIPROCATING SAW OPERATIONS – Check for clearance beyond the workpiece so the blade will not impact another surface. – Mark the line of cut clearly. If cutting metal, apply cutting oil on the line. – Depress the trigger switch to start the saw and bring it to maximum desired cutting stroke rate before applying the blade to the workpiece. -
Page 17: Maintenance & Troubleshooting
10. MAINTENANCE & TROUBLESHOOTING 10.1 MAINTENANCE Regular inspection and cleaning reduces the necessity for maintenance operations and will keep your tool in good working condition. The motor must be correctly ventilated during tool operation. Avoid blocking the air inlets and vacuum the ventilation slots regularly. -
Page 18: Explanation Of Symbols
11. EXPLANATION OF SYMBOLS 11.1 EXPLANATION OF SYMBOLS Class II construction Read the instruction manual. (Double insulated). WEEE – Waste Electrical & Wear safety glasses and Electronic Equipment. dust mask. Do not dispose of Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment in with domestic rubbish. Wear ear defenders. -
Page 19: Disposal
12. DISPOSAL 12.1 DISPOSAL – At the end of the machine’s working life, or when it can no longer be repaired, ensure that it is disposed of according to national regulations. – Contact your local authority for details of collection schemes in your area. In all circumstances: •... - Page 20 ©Published by Draper Tools Limited. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical photocopying, recording or otherwise without prior permission in writing from Draper Tools Ltd.
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