Dual Motion; Start/Stop Switch; Gripping Saw Properly - RIDGID 5228 Operator's Manual

5228 Double Insulated Variable Speed, Dual Action Reciprocating Saw
To remove a blade:
Rotate collar counter clockwise and hold it in the open
position. Carefully remove the blade from the clamp.
NOTE! If the blade clamp collar resists rotation to remove
a blade, work the blade up and down while rotating
the clamp (in a counterclockwise direction).
If the blade breaks leaving nothing to grasp (to pull
it from the clamp), it may be necessary to use an-
other blade as a tool to aid in removing the broken
piece. While holding the release collar in the open
position, use the tip of another blade to hook the
broken piece and pull lit from the clamp. (A thin,
fine-toothed, metal-cutting blade works best.)
Periodically clean the blade clamp with dry com-
pressed air. DO NOT lubricate the blade clamp.
Lubricant can attract contamination.
CAUTION
Wear safety glasses while using compressed air.

Dual Motion

The dual motion feature of the RIDGID Reciprocating
Saw provides cutting efficiency for both wood and metal.
When selector lever (Figure 1) is in the metal position
pointing up, the blade moves in a straight reciprocating
motion. When the lever is in the wood position pointing
toward front of saw, the blade moves in an orbital motion.
(Figure 2)
Figure 1 – Saw motion when lever points up
TO FRONT
OF SAW
Figure 2 – Saw motion when lever points to left
UP
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Figure 3 – Trigger Switch

Start/Stop Switch

The saw is operated by use of the trigger switch B
(Figure 3) in front of the handle. To start saw, depress
switch. To stop saw, RELEASE switch. Switch cannot
be locked into the ON position.

Gripping Saw Properly

For safe operation, the saw must be held as shown
(Figure 4) . The plastic front housing cover must be
properly installed and not damaged. Always grip saw
firmly with two hands to prevent accidental slipping.
WARNING
If the blade cuts into live wiring within a wall,
the blade and pivoting guide shoe may be made
electrically live.
Figure 4 – Proper way to hold Reciprocating Saw
SWITCH
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