Triton T12RS Instrucciones De Uso página 7

Charging the battery
1. Depress the Battery Release Grips (8) and remove the Battery (9) from the tool
2. Insert the Battery into the Battery Charger (13). Do not use excessive force when inserting
the Battery. If it does not slide into place easily, it is not being inserted correctly
3. Initially only the green LED may flash as it evaluates the status of the Battery.
When charging the red LED will illuminate and the green LED will be OFF
4. When the Battery is fully charged the red LED will be OFF and the green LED will illuminate
5. The Battery Charger will constantly monitor the condition of the Battery when charging
6. Remove the Battery as soon as possible when completely charged
7. Disconnect the Battery Charger from the power supply and store
in a clean, dry environment out of the reach of children
• Normal battery charging time is approximately 1 hour for a recently fully discharged
battery at normal temperature. Charging times will vary outside these conditions
• The battery does not need to be fully discharged before recharging
but a fully charged battery must not be charged
• You can interrupt charging at any point to use the Battery. Under normal conditions
the Battery Charger charges at a higher rate but reduces the charging rate as the
Battery becomes fully charged. An 80% charge is achieved after 1/2hr of charging
3.0Ah High Capacity Battery (optional accessory)
• A high capacity battery is available that provides double the capacity. It also allows
the saw to stand vertically which may be advantageous for some uses. Please note
the full charging time will be approximately 2 hours for the high capacity battery
Battery Charging Table
Battery Charger plugged in
Battery Charger evaluating battery
Fast charging
Highly discharged battery pack slow charging
Abnormal battery pack temperature charging
Fully charged
Battery pack or battery charger fault
Abnormal temperature
Note: If the lights on the Battery Charger fail to illuminate according
to the chart above or indicate a fault condition:
• Check the Battery is firmly seated in the Battery Charger
• Check all connections and that mains power is switched on
Initial charge
• The initial charge will vary depending on the existing charge in the Battery.
Allow the Battery to reach full charge as indicated on the Battery Charger
• After discharging, recharge the Battery completely, as indicated by
the LED on the Battery Charger, for the next 4 to 5 uses. This will
ensure that the Battery is performing to its highest capacity
• Subsequent full charges will take approximately 1 hour, however the Battery
can be recharged when the Battery is only partially discharged
Re-charging the battery
• After use, a li-ion battery must be allowed to cool down before charging
• If a hot battery is inserted into the charger both LEDs will illuminate. The charger will
begin to charge when the battery has cooled sufficiently (this may take several minutes)
Installing the battery
• The Battery should fit easily into the Battery Charger. If the Battery is
difficult to fit, check the condition of the Battery and contacts
Battery - length of service
• The length of service from each charging cycle will depend on the type of workload.
The Battery Charger and Battery for this tool have been designed to provide a
long trouble-free working life. The Battery Charger intelligently monitors the
condition of the Battery and selects the ideal charging rate for the condition of
the Battery. It protects the Battery from over-charging or charging at too high
a rate. However, like all batteries, performance will be reduced over time
To maximise battery life:
• Store and charge the Battery in a cool area. Temperatures above or
below normal room temperature will reduce battery life
• Never store li-ion batteries in a discharged condition. Recharge them immediately
after they are discharged. For storing long term, store fully charged
• All batteries gradually lose their charge, even li-ion batteries, but the discharge rate is
very low. If the saw is stored for long periods of time without use, recharge the battery
every three to four months and disconnect the battery from the power tool before it
is stored. This practice will prevent the li-ion battery being damaged when stored
Installing the blade
WARNING: Always remove the Battery before removing and installing blades
WARNING: Always wear suitable gloves when handling blades
WARNING: Always fit the correct blade type for the material to be cut. It is highly
dangerous to use incorrect blades that are not designed for the material being cut.
1. Rotate the Blade Clamp (11) wheel fully as indicated by image A and also
indicated to the right of the wheel. This releases the blade clamping mechanism
so the blades can be inserted or removed from the Blade Slot (12)
2. Insert the blade correctly orientated into the Blade Slot. Normal orientation is with the
blade teeth down but the blade teeth can face upwards for some applications (Fig. I)
3. Release the Blade Clamp wheel
4. Pull the blade to ensure that it is secure. If it is not locked
firmly in place, repeat the above procedure
Notes
• This reciprocating saw uses standard ½" universal shank saw blades
• Use a blade length that extends beyond the Shoe (1) at all stages of the reciprocating
action stroke and is long enough for the workpiece. The blade end should not be within
Red LED Green LED
the body of the workpiece at any stage of the reciprocating action (see image B)
OFF Flashing
• When removing broken blades be very careful of sharp metal where the
blade has broken. If necessary, use pliers to remove the blade
OFF Flashing
• Dust, wood chippings and swarf can cause the clamping mechanism
to malfunction. If this occurs, remove the blade and hold the clamping
ON OFF
mechanism in release mode. Remove particles from the mechanism by
vacuuming or blowing dry compressed air through the Blade Slot (12)
Flashing OFF
• It may be necessary to twist the Blade Clamp (11) wheel back and forth to
Flashing OFF
loosen the dust - do this with the slot facing downwards. After cleaning,
use a dry graphite based lubricant on the Blade Clamp mechanism
OFF ON
Operation
Flashing Flashing
IMPORTANT: Read the important safety information earlier
ON ON
in this manual before operating this tool.
Holding the saw
The tool should be held securely with two hands where possible, especially
at the end of the cut when it breaks through the material.
1. Hold the Main Handle (7) with one hand so that the Trigger
(6) can be comfortably used and released
2. Support the tool using the Support Handle (3) using the other hand. A comfortable position is
with your fingers at the bottom and your thumb at the top. Your hand should not go beyond
the Hand Barrier (2) towards the blade: it should be in the recess behind the Hand Barrier
3. It is not possible to hold the tool with two hands at all times.
However, it is important to do so when possible
Switching ON & OFF
• To operate the saw, squeeze the Trigger (6)
• The speed of the blade is controlled by increasing or decreasing pressure on the Trigger
• To stop the saw, remove the blade from the workpiece then release the Trigger
Note: Every time the Trigger is operated the built-in Work Light (10) illuminates the cutting area
Trigger lock
• The Trigger Lock (5) prevents the tool from operating while in the locked
position. Press the 'unlocked' symbol side of the Trigger Lock to unlock and
the 'locked' symbol on the opposite side to lock the Trigger (6). After use, the
Trigger Lock should be set to 'locked' to prevent accidental operation
Note: The Trigger Lock is a safety feature to prevent accidental operation:
it does not allow the tool to be permanently switched on.
Sawing
WARNING: Motor Vents (4) allow heat generated from the motor to escape the body
of the tool and must not become blocked. Dust, wood chippings and swarf can
block the Motor Vents and cause the saw to shut down while the over-temperature
protection operates. Swarf, created when cutting metal, can also cause permanent
damage if it enters the saw. Do not allow dust, wood chippings and swarf to build
up. Use a vacuum to keep the work space clean, especially in confined areas.
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