Safety instructions Product description Assembly Care & maintenance Guarantee Declaration of conformity MNL_Erbauer_GB_ERS12-Li_12V Reciprocating Saw_V6_210422.indd 2 4/22/21 6:31 PM...
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WARNING! Please read all safety warnings carefully and be sure that they are fully understood before handling the tool. MNL_Erbauer_GB_ERS12-Li_12V Reciprocating Saw_V6_210422.indd 3 4/22/21 6:31 PM...
Safety instructions GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS WARNING! Read 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. Save all warnings and instructions for future reference.
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c) Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of electric shock. d) Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for carrying, pulling or unplugging the power tool. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts.
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e) Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. This enables better control of the power tool in unexpected situations. f) Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves away from moving parts.
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e) Maintain power tools and accessories. Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts and any other condition that may affect the power tool’s operation. If damaged, have the power tool repaired before use. Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained power tools.
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e) Do not use battery pack or tool that is damaged or modified. Damaged or modified batteries may exhibit unpredictable behaviour resulting in fire, explosion or risk of injury. f) Do not expose a battery pack or tool to fire or excessive temperature.
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e) The power tool shall not be wet or applied in wet environment. Keep the handles dry to ensure safe control. f) Grip the product securely with two hands so you have full control at all times. g) Ensure that the air vents are always unobstructed and clear.
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p) Use suitable detectors to determine if there are hidden supply lines or contact the local utility company for assistance. Contact with electric cables can cause fire and electric shock. Damaging gas lines can lead to explosion. Breaking water pipes causes property damage. ADDITIONAL SAFETY WARNINGS FOR BATTERY PACK a) Observe the plus (+) and minus (-) marks on the battery...
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m) Wipe the battery pack terminals with a clean dry cloth if they become dirty. n) Battery pack needs to be charged before use. Always refer to the charger instruction and use the correct charging procedure. o) After extended periods of storage, it may be necessary to charge and discharge the battery pack several times to obtain maximum performance.
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• Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disorder/Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) And breathing in fine particles of wood dust can lead to the development of Asthma. The risk of lung disease is linked to people who regularly breathe construction dust over a period of time, not on the odd occasion.
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WARNING! Some dust particles created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drill and other construction jobs contain chemicals known to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some examples of these chemicals are: • Lead from lead-based paints. • Crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products.
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HSE website has further information. The declared vibration total value has been measured in accordance with EN 62841-1 and EN 62841-2-11 and may be used for compare one tool with another. The declared vibration total value may also be used in a preliminary assessment of exposure.
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WARNING! Identify safety measures to protect the operator that are based on an estimation of exposure in the actual conditions of use (taking account of all parts of the operating cycle such as the times when the tool is switched off and when it is running idle in addition to the trigger time).
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b) Ensure that the product is in good condition and well maintained. c) Use correct attachments for the product and ensure they are in good condition. d) Keep tight grip on the handles/grip surface. e) Maintain this product in accordance with these instructions and keep it well lubricated (where appropriate).
a) Health defects resulting from vibration emission if the product is being used over long periods of time or not adequately managed and properly maintained. b) Injuries and damage to property due to broken attachments or the sudden impact of hidden objects during use. c) Danger of injury and property damage caused by flying objects or poor power tool accessories.
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Technical specifications Reciprocating saw > Rated voltage : 12 V d.c. > Rated no load stroke rate n : 0-3000 /min > Stroke length : 16 mm > Max cutting capacity > wood : Ø 50 mm > soft metal : Ø...
Rating label explanation ERS12-Li = Model number E = Erbauer RS = Reciprocating Saw 12 = 12 V d.c. Li = LITHIUM ION Assembly Symbols On the product, the rating label and within these instructions you will find among others the following symbols and abbreviations.
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Cutting in wood Cutting in metal(unalloyed) WEEE symbol. Waste electrical products should not be disposed of with household waste. Please recycle where facilities exist. Check with your Local Authority or local store for recycling advice. Crossed out dust bin. Batteries and battery packs should not be disposed of with household waste.
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NOTE: Take care of small parts that are removed during assembly or when making adjustments. Keep them secure to avoid loss. Setup BATTERY PACK (NOT INCLUDED) Release / Attach 1. To remove the battery pack, press down the release button (8a) and pull out the battery pack (8) from the battery pack holder (7a) (Fig.
NOTE: Clean the shaft of the saw blade (12 / 13) before inserting it. A dirty shaft cannot be securely fixed in place. 2. Align and fully insert the saw blade all the way to the stop of the saw blade holder (2) (Fig.
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Before you start Protection Controls Switching On/Off (Fig. F) 1. Push the lock off button (10) from either side to unlock the On/Off switch (9) and hold it in positon (Fig. F, step 1). 2. Switch the product on by pressing the On/Off switch (9) (Fig. F, step 2). 3.
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Swiveling the front grip handle The front grip handle (3) can be swivelled to 90°, 135°and 180° in corresponding to the main grip handle (7). 1. Hold firmly the front grip handle (3) with one hand, and release the body angle lock button (6) from its original position with the other hand and hold it in position (Fig.
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WARNING! Keep in mind that there are buried objects hidden in every household! Ensure that there are no gas, water or power lines hidden in the working area that may be hit before operation – danger of electrical shock and serious damage to people and property! Use a suitable detector to trace such objects in advance! Cutting WARNING! Danger of kickback! Apply the product to the workpiece...
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8. Keep the product moving at all times, do not stop in one position to avoid grooves. 9. Switch off the product, then pull the saw blade out of the cut. Plunge cutting WARNING! Plunge cuts may only be applied to soft materials, such as wood, gypsum board, plasterboard etc.
After use 1. Switch the product off, remove the battery back, let it cool down and remove the blade. 2. Check, clean and store the product as described below. Care & maintenance WARNING! Always switch the product off, remove the battery back and let the product cool down before performing inspection, maintenance and cleaning work! Only perform care and maintenance work according to these instructions!
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Transportation 1. Switch the product off and remove the battery pack. 2. Protect the product from any heavy impact or strong vibrations which may occur during transportation in vehicles. 3. Secure the product to prevent it from slipping or falling over. Storage 1.
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Problem Possible cause Solution 1. Product does 1.1. Battery pack not properly 1.1. Attach properly not start attached 1.2. Battery pack discharged 1.2. Remove and charge battery pack 1.3. Battery pack damaged 1.3. Check by a specialist electrician 1.4. Other electrical defect to 1.4.
Guarantee We take special care to select high quality materials and use manufacturing techniques that allow us to create products incorporating design and durability. This product Reciprocating saw ) has a manufacturer’s guarantee of 3 years against manufacturing defects, from the date of purchase (if bought in store) or date of delivery (if bought online), at no additional cost.
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Batteries and battery chargers are not covered under the Erbauer 3 Year Warranty and will have a guarantee period of 2 years from the date of purchase. If the product is defective, we will, within a reasonable time, repair or replace it.
Declaration of conformity MNL_Erbauer_GB_ERS12-Li_12V Reciprocating Saw_V5_210408.indd 35 4/8/21 4:49 PM...
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EN 62841-1: 2015 EN 62841-2-11:2016 EN 55014-1:2017+A11:2020 EN IEC 55014-1:2021 EN 55014-2:2015 EN IEC 55014-2:2021 07/10/2021 MNL_Erbauer_GB_EID12-Li-2_12V Impact driver_V12.indd 29 3/30/21 7:04 PM...
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EN 62841-1: 2015 BS EN 62841-1: 2015 EN 62841-2-11:2016 BS EN 62841-2-11:2016 EN 55014-1:2017+A11:2020 EN IEC 55014-1:2021 EN 55014-2:2015 EN IEC 55014-2:2021 BS EN 55014-1: 2017+A11: 2020 BS EN IEC 55014-1:2021 BS EN 55014-2: 2015 BS EN IEC 55014-2:2021 On:07/10/2021 MNL_Erbauer_GB_EID12-Li-2_12V Impact driver_V12.indd 29 3/30/21 7:04 PM...
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EU manufacturer: Kingfisher International Products B.V. Rapenburgerstraat 175E 1011 VM Amsterdam The Netherlands www.diy.com | www.screwfix.com | www.screwfix.ie To view instruction manuals online, visit www.kingfisher.com/products Customer Helpline: UK 03301248111 erbauer@powertoolservicing.co.uk Eire 0035312479977 erbauer@powertoolservicing.co.uk MNL_Erbauer_GB_ERS12-Li_12V Reciprocating Saw_V6_210422.indd 36 4/22/21 6:31 PM...
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