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20V 7/8" RECIPROCATING SAW MODEL HCRS200 ATTACH YOUR RECEIPT HERE Serial Number _____________________ Purchase Date ______________________ Questions, problems, missing parts? Before returning to your retailer, call our customer service department at 1-877-888-1880, 8:30 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. EST (Monday – Friday) & 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. EST (Saturday and Sunday).
Please read and understand this entire manual before attempting to assemble or operate this product. If you have any questions regarding the product, please call Hammerhead customer service at 1-877-888-1880, 8:30 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. EST (Monday – Friday) &...
IMPORTANT: This tool should only be serviced only by a qualified service technician. IMPORANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS-This manual contains important safety and operating instructions for cordless Reciprocating Saw Model HCRS200 DANGER To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, carefully follow these operating instructions.
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SAFETY INFORMATION Work Area Safety • Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents. • Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases or dust. Power tools create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes.
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SAFETY INFORMATION • 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.
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SAFETY INFORMATION • Keep handles and grasping surfaces dry, clean and free from oil and grease. Slippery handles and grasping surfaces do not allow for safe handling and control of the tool in unexpected situations. Battery tool use and care •...
SAFETY INFORMATION • Use clamps or another practical way to secure and support the workpiece to a stable platform. Holding the workpiece by hand or against your body leaves it unstable and may lead to loss of control.· PREPARATION Before attempting to use the cordless reciprocating saw, familiarize yourself with all of its operating features and safety requirements.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 1. Installing and Removing the Saw Blade Blade Selection To obtain the best performance from the saw, it is important to select the correct blade for the particular application and type of material to be cut. Blades with fewer teeth, e.g., 7 teeth per inch (TPI), are typically used for cutting wood; blades with more teeth per inch are better for cutting metal or plastic.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2. Pivot Shoe Adjustment Your tool is equipped with a pivot shoe that can slide in and out to adjust the effective stroke length for maximum control and longer blade life. a. Remove the battery pack from the reciprocating saw.
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This cordless reciprocating saw must be used only with the battery packs and charger listed below: BATTERY PACK CHARGER 1.5Ah 2.0Ah 4.0 Ah Hammerhead Hammerhead Hammerhead Hammerhead Hammerhead HCBT015 HCBT020 HCBT040...
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 5. Variable-Speed Trigger Switch and Lock-off Button Your tool is equipped with a variable- speed trigger switch. And a Lock-off button located above the variable-speed trigger switch, to prevent the saw from being activated unintentionally. To switch on 1.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS i. Depress the Lock-off button and hold it in place, Squeeze the variable-speed trigger switch to start the saw and bring it to the maximum desired cutting speed before applying the blade to the workpiece. j. Place the shoe firmly on the workpiece while cutting. Use only enough steady pressure on the blade to keep the saw cutting.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS a. Mark the line to be cut clearly on the work. b. Set the tool with one edge of the footplate firmly against the material. c. Place the tip of the blade (not running) on the line to be cut. d.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE WARNING: To avoid serious personal injury, always remove the battery pack from the tool when cleaning or performing any maintenance. Service WARNING: Preventive maintenance performed by unauthorized personnel may result in misplacing of internal wires and components which could cause serious hazard.
TROUBLESHOOTING Suspected malfunctions are often due to causes that the users can fix themselves. Therefore, check the product using this section. In most cases the problem can be solved quickly. WARNING: Only perform the steps described within these instructions! All further inspection, maintenance and repair work must be performed by an authorised service centre or a similarly qualified specialist if you cannot solve the problem yourself! PROBLEM...
This cordless Reciprocating Saw is warranted to the original purchaser from the original purchase date for 24 Months, Hammerhead consumer portable power tool models will be free from defects in material or workmanship for a period of ninety days if the tool is used for professional use.