8V Cordless Reciprocating Saw 68240 18V Reciprocating Saw Read this material before using this product. Failure to do so can result in serious injury. Save this manual. When unpacking, make sure that the product is intact and undamaged. If any parts are missing or broken, please call 1-800-444-3353 as soon as possible. Visit our website at: http://www.harborfreight.com Copyright© 2010 by Harbor Freight Tools®. All rights reserved.
Specifications Charger Input CAUTION, without the safety alert symbol, is used to address practices not related to personal injury. 120 V~ / 60 Hz Charging Time 3-5 Hours Speed 0-3000 SPM (Strokes Per Minute) Blades 6” x 6 TPI (Wood Blade) 6” x 18 TPI (Metal Blade) Battery Type 18V, NiCd; 1300 mAh Save This Manual Keep this manual for the safety warnings and precautions, assembly, operating, inspection, maintenance and cleaning procedures.
or a key left attached to a moving part of the power tool may result in personal injury. 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 jewelry. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry or long hair can be caught in moving parts. g.
8. Do not leave the tool unattended when it is plugged into an electrical outlet. Turn off the tool, and unplug it from its electrical outlet before leaving. 9. The battery charger gets hot during use. The charger’s heat can build up to unsafe levels and create a fire hazard if it does not receive adequate ventilation, due to an electrical fault, or if it is used in a hot environment. Do not place the charger on a flammable surface. Do not obstruct any vents on the charger.
power cord plug provided with the tool. Never remove the grounding prong from the plug. Do not use the tool if the power cord or plug is damaged. If damaged, have it repaired by a service facility before use. If the plug will not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician. Double Insulated Tools: Tools with Two Prong Plugs WARNING marking concerning Risk of Eye Injury. Wear ANSI‑approved safety goggles with side shields. Read the manual before set-up and/or use.
Instructions for Putting into Use Read the ENTIRE IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION section at the beginning of this manual including all text under subheadings therein before set up or use of this product. TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY FROM ACCIDENTAL OPERATION: Unlock and release the Trigger and disconnect Battery Pack before assembling or making any adjustments to the tool. Note: For additional information regarding the parts listed in the following pages, refer to Parts List and Assembly Diagram on page 1011.
9. Store the Charger and Battery Pack indoors, out of reach of children. WARNING! Do NOT use a different Charger or Battery to power this Saw. Operating Instructions Read the ENTIRE IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION section at the beginning of this manual including all text under subheadings therein before set up or use of this product. Tool Set Up TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY FROM ACCIDENTAL OPERATION: Unlock and release the Trigger and disconnect Battery Pack before adjusting tool or installing accessories.
CAUTION! Check the Blade Clamp Screw regularly; Blade may become loose after use. Before tightening, make sure Balde Clamp Screw is free of sawdust. Then retighten until secure. Operating the Reciprocating Saw 1. Firmly hold the Reciprocating Saw, positioning the Blade near the work piece. Place the Base Plate on the surface to be cut. Align the Saw Blade with the direction of the cut. 2. To activate the Reciprocating Saw, press the Lock Button.
NOTE: Ni-Cd BATTERY MUST BE RECYCLED OR DISPOSED OF PROPERLY. Do not short, incinerate or open Battery Pack. Cleaning, Maintenance, and Lubrication 1. BEFORE EACH USE, inspect the general condition of the tool. Check for loose hardware, misalignment or binding of moving parts, cracked or broken parts, damaged electrical wiring, and any other condition that may affect its safe operation. 2. AFTER USE, wipe external surfaces of the tool with clean cloth. 3.
Parts List and Assembly Diagram PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY THE MANUFACTURER AND/OR DISTRIBUTOR HAS PROVIDED THE PARTS LIST AND ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM IN THIS MANUAL AS A REFERENCE TOOL ONLY. NEITHER THE MANUFACTURER OR DISTRIBUTOR MAKES ANY REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY OF ANY KIND TO THE BUYER THAT HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED TO MAKE ANY REPAIRS TO THE PRODUCT, OR THAT HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED TO REPLACE ANY PARTS OF THE PRODUCT.
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