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Preparing the Saw
BLADE SELECTION
No one blade can be efficient on all cutting
jobs. Different materials require specially
designed blades. Since your reciprocating saw
can cut so many materials, many types of
blades are available. Be sure to use the proper
blade to ensure proper cutting performance.
INSTALLING A BLADE
Unplug tool from power
source before changing
WARNING
blade or making any adjustments.
1. Insert the blade into the blade holder by
twisting the collar in direction of arrow until
it stops (Fig. 2).
2. Insert a blade into blade slot until blades
shoulder rests against the collar.
3. Release collar and spring loaded collar will
securely clamp the blade. (Note: If the
collar does not return to it's original
position, rotate the collar in direction
opposite of the arrow.)
4. Push in and pull out on the blade to be sure
the pin in the clamp housing goes through
the hole in the blade to hold the blade
securely. The blade may be inserted with
the teeth facing down or up.
5. To remove the blade, rotate the collar in
direction of arrow while pulling the blade out
of the blade slot. (Note: be careful, blade
may be hot.)
Assembly
WARNING
through the footplate for the entire stroke
length. Do not use specialty blades that are
very short or those with a significant cant.
Blade must not contact footplate. A blade
which is too short or tilted could jam inside the
foot and snap.
FIG. 2
COLLAR
2
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Make sure that the front
end of the blade extends
Open
Position
1
BLADE
SLOT