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Benchmark 1270-205 Manual

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20V MAX BRUSHLESS
RECIPROCATING SAW
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE FIRST USE.
KEEP THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
KEEP AWAY FROM CHILDREN.
JD522620
Maximum initial battery voltage (measured without a load)
is 20 volts. Nominal voltage is 18 volts.
WEAR CSA APPROVED
EYE PROTECTION
5 Year Limited Warranty on tool
Battery and charger sold separately
WEAR EAR
PROTECTION
WEAR A
FACE MASK

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  • Page 1 20V MAX BRUSHLESS RECIPROCATING SAW 5 Year Limited Warranty on tool Battery and charger sold separately READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE FIRST USE. KEEP THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. KEEP AWAY FROM CHILDREN. JD522620 Maximum initial battery voltage (measured without a load) is 20 volts.

  • Page 2: Product Specifications

    PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS 12A VARIABLE SPEED RECIIPROCATING SAW Voltage 20V MAX* Variable Speed 0-3,000 SPM Length of Stroke 1-1/4" (31MM) Max. Cutting Capacity - Wood (w/12" blade) 3-15/16" (100MM) Max. Cutting Capacity - Pipe 3/4" (20MM) Max. Cutting Capacity - Steel 3/8"...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    1270-205 20V MAX BRUSHLESS RECIPROCATING SAW TABLE OF CONTENTS Product Specifications .................. 1 Table of Contents ..................2 General Safety Instructions ................3 Eye, Ear & Lung Protection ................3 Electrical Safey ..................... 4 Symbol ......................5 Power Tool Safety ..................6 Work Area Safety ...................

  • Page 4: General Safety Instructions

    GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: Before using this tool or any of its accessories, read this manual and follow all Safety Rules and Operating Instructions. The important precautions, safeguards and instructions appearing in this manual are not meant to cover all possible situations.

  • Page 5: Electrical Safey

    1270-205 20V MAX BRUSHLESS RECIPROCATING SAW ELECTRICAL SAFETY WARNING: To avoid electrical hazards, fire hazards or damage to the tool, use proper circuit protection. WARNING: Ventilation openings in batteries and chargers must always be open to allow cooling air to circulate freely. Air vents that are blocked, restricted or covered may result in the battery or charger overheating.

  • Page 6: Symbol

    SYMBOLS WARNING: Some of the following symbols may appear on the reciprocating saw. Study these symbols and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these Three-phase alternating current VOLTS with neutral Amperes Direct current Hertz No load speed Watts Alternating or direct current Kilowatts Class II construction ųF...

  • Page 7: Power Tool Safety

    1270-205 20V MAX BRUSHLESS RECIPROCATING SAW POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNING: Read all safety warnings and instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury. Save all warnings and instructions for future reference.

  • Page 8: Power Tool Use And Care

    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. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. This enables better control of the power tool in unexpected situations.

  • Page 9: Battery Tool Use And Care

    1270-205 20V MAX BRUSHLESS RECIPROCATING SAW BATTERY TOOL USE AND CARE Recharge only with the charger specified by the manufacturer. A charger that is suitable for one type of battery pack may create a risk of fire when used with another battery pack.

  • Page 10: Know Your 20V Max Brushless Vs Recoprocation Saw

    KNOW YOUR 20V MAX BRUSHLESS VS RECOPROCATION SAW Tool Free Orbital Variable Speed Blade Release Setting Switch Trigger Switch Switch Tool less adjusting Pivoting Shoe Battery shoe level (sold separtely)

  • Page 11: Assembly And Operating

    1270-205 20V MAX BRUSHLESS RECIPROCATING SAW ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING WARNING: Always use hearing protection when sawing, particularly during extended periods of operation. WARNING: Always remove the battery before changing the blade and when making any adjustments. INSTRUCTIONS Hold power tool by insulated gripping surfaces when performing an operation where the cutting tool may contact hidden wiring or its own cord.

  • Page 12: Disposal

    DISPOSAL At the end of the useful life of the Tools by Benchmark 20V MAX* Li-ion Reciprocating Saw, dispose of the components according to all state, federal and local regulations. PURPOSE 20V Max* Li-ion Reciprocating Saw is ideal for demolition and remodeling. Designed to cut through many types of materials such as wood, metal, PVC and nails.

  • Page 13: Lock-Out Switch

    1270-205 20V MAX BRUSHLESS RECIPROCATING SAW points on the blade. This will provide longer blade life as one section of the blade becomes dull. 3. To adjust the pivoting shoe, rotate the pivoting shoe adjusting lever to its downward position.

  • Page 14: Materials You Can Cut

    MATERIALS YOU CAN CUT of materials. Some of these materials include: • Wood products such as lumber, hardwood, plywood, composite board, and paneling ORBITAL ACTION Orbital action describes the movement of the blade in the reciprocating saw. Most basic saws use a straight stroke which means that the blade just moves straight in and out of the saw.

  • Page 15: Plunge Cutting

    1270-205 20V MAX BRUSHLESS RECIPROCATING SAW CAUTION: DO NOT force the saw. Use only enough force to keep the blade cutting. Excessive pressure on the blade will cause it to bend and twist, which may result in breaking the blade.

  • Page 16: Metal Cutting

    METAL CUTTING 1. Metals such as pipe, steel rods, sheet steel, aluminum, brass and copper can be cut with your reciprocating saw. 2. To cut thin sheet material, “sandwich” the material between hardboard or plywood and clamp the layers to limit vibration and material tearing. 3.

  • Page 17: Maintenance

    1270-205 20V MAX BRUSHLESS RECIPROCATING SAW MAINTENANCE WARNING When servicing, use only identical replacement parts. The use of any other part may create a hazard or cause product damage. DO NOT use solvents when cleaning plastic parts. Plastics are susceptible to damage from various types of commercial solvents and may be damaged by their use.

  • Page 18: Exploded View

    EXPLODED VIEW...

  • Page 19: Parts List

    1270-205 20V MAX BRUSHLESS RECIPROCATING SAW PARTS LIST Always order by key number. KEY # PART # PART NAME / QUANTITY KEY # PART # PART NAME / QUANTITY 1150010057 Modules Of Reciprocating Rod 3140060054 Shock pad 2030020400 Gasket 2040160190 Gear Column...

  • Page 20: Warranty

    Rubber sleeve WARRANTY If this Benchmark tool fails due to a defect in material or workmanship within five years from the date of purchase, return it to any Home Hardware store with the original bill of sale for exchange. 3-year warranty for the battery and charger. This warranty does not include expendable parts including but not limited to blades, brushes, belts, light bulbs.
  • Page 21 1270-205 20V MAX BRUSHLESS RECIPROCATING SAW...
  • Page 22 20V MAX BRUSHLESS RECIPROCATING SAW 5 Year Limited Warranty on tool 1270-205 BENCHMARK TOOLS CANADA Made in China ST. JACOBS, ONTARIO N0B 2N0 © 2020 Home Hardware Stores Limited CUSTOMER SERVICE/TECH SUPPORT 1-866-349-8665 * This Benchmark product carries a five (5) year LIMITED warranty against defects in workmanship and materials.

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