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Performax 241-0932 Operator's Manual

Performax 241-0932 Operator's Manual

18 volt lithium-ion reciprocating saw
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Operator's Manual
18 Volt Lithium-ion Reciprocating Saw
Model No. 241-0932
IMPORTANT
WARNING! To reduce the risk of injury, user must read instruction manual.
Safety symbols in this manual are used to flag possible dangers. The safety
symbols and their explanations require your full understanding. The safety warn-
ings do not by themselves eliminate any danger, nor are they substitute for proper
accident prevention measures.
This Safety Alert Symbol indicates caution, warning, or danger. Failure to
obey a safety warning can result in serious injury to yourself or others. To reduce
the risk of injury, fire, or electric shock, always follow the safety precautions.

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  • Page 1 Operator’s Manual 18 Volt Lithium-ion Reciprocating Saw Model No. 241-0932 IMPORTANT WARNING! To reduce the risk of injury, user must read instruction manual. Safety symbols in this manual are used to flag possible dangers. The safety symbols and their explanations require your full understanding. The safety warn- ings do not by themselves eliminate any danger, nor are they substitute for proper accident prevention measures.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS Safety Symbols ……………..………………………………………..Page 3 Safety Instructions ……………………………….….......Page 5 Description …..…………………………………….…......Page 9 Assembly ……………..………………………………………....Page 10 Operation……………..………………………………………..….Page 13 Maintenance ………..……………………………………..…..…Page 15 Troubleshooting ……..………………………………………....Page 17 Warranty ……..………………………………………......Page 17 INTRODUCTION SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS! This reciprocating saw has many features for making its use more pleasant and enjoyable.

  • Page 3: Safety Symbols

    SAFETY SYMBOLS The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your attention to possible dangers. The safety symbols and the explanations with them deserve your careful attention and understanding. The symbol warnings do not, by themselves, eliminate any danger. The instructions and warning they give are no substitutes for proper accident prevention measures.
  • Page 4 Some of these following symbols may be used on this tool. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the tool better and more safely. SYMBOL NAME DESIGNATION/EXPLANATION Volts Voltage Amperes Current Hertz Frequency (cycles per second)

  • Page 5: Safety Instructions

    SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS GENRAL SAFETY RULES 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. The term power tool in the warnings refers to your mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated (cordless) power tool.
  • Page 6 3) PERSONAL SAFETY Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a power tool. Do not use tool while tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or medication. A moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury. Use personal protective equipment.
  • Page 7 Maintain power tools. 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. keep cutting tools sharp and clean.
  • Page 8 √ If you are not thoroughly familiar with the operation of a reciprocating saw, obtain advice from a qualified person. √ When servicing, use only identical replacement parts. √ Avoid cutting nails and staples when operating with the wood blade. Inspect the workpiece carefully and remove all nails and staples before operation.

  • Page 9: Description

    DESCRIPTION kNOW YOUR RECIPROCATING SAW (Fig. 1) Before attempting to use this reciprocating saw, familiarize yourself with all of its operating features and safety requirements. Fig. 1 Lock-off button Tool-less blade clamp lever Variable speed Saw blade trigger switch Pivot shoe LED worklight Tool-less blade clamp PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS...

  • Page 10: Assembly

    VARIABLE-SPEED TRIGGER SWITCH The variable-speed trigger switch delivers higher speed with increased trigger pressure and lower speed with decreased trigger pressure. PIVOT SHOE AND SHOE ADJUSTMENT The shoe pivots to provide maximum control against the surface being cut. The pivoting shoe slides in and out to allow control of the amount of blade that is exposed.
  • Page 11 TO ATTACH BATTERY PACk (Fig. 2) Fig. 2 1. Make sure that the reciprocating saw is in “OFF” position. 2. Align the raised rib on the battery pack with the grooves on the bottom of the saw, and then attach the battery pack to the saw.
  • Page 12 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. INSTALLING A SAW BLADE (Fig. 5) 1. Remove the battery pack from the Fig.

  • Page 13: Operation

    OPERATION GENERAL CUTTING (Fig. 8) WARNING: Before attaching the battery pack on the tool, always check to determine that the switch performs properly and returns to the “OFF” position when released. WARNING: Hold the tool only by the plastic handle and the insulated grip area to help prevent electrical shock.
  • Page 14 WARNING: Do not allow familiarity with the saw to make you careless. One careless fraction of a second is enough to inflict serious injury. NOTE: Cutting speeds should vary with the workpiece. Hard materials, such as metals, require lower speeds; for softer materials use higher speeds. PLUNGE CUTTING (Fig.

  • Page 15: Maintenance

    WARNING: To reduce the risk of explosion, electric shock and property dam- age, always check the work area for hidden gas pipes, electrical wires or water pipes when making blind or plunge cut. WARNING: To avoid loss of control and serious injury, make sure that the blade reaches maximum speed before touching it to the workpiece.
  • Page 16 WARNING: Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields during power tool operations, or when blowing dust. If operation is dusty, also wear a dust mask. It has been found that electric tools are subject to accelerated wear and possible premature failure when they are used to work on fiber glass , wallboard, spackling compounds or plaster.

  • Page 17: Troubleshooting

    Saw is damaged Replace the saw WARRANTY If, during normal use, this PERFORMAX power tool breaks or fails due to a defect in material or workmanship within two years from the date of original purchase, simply bring this tool and its sales receipt back to your nearest Menards retail ®...