Craftsman 320.27245 Owner's manual

Brand: Craftsman

Model: 320.27245

Category: Power tools

Type: Owner's manual

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32027245

Craftsman 320.27245 is a Professional 2-in-1 Handle Scrolling Sabre Saw with Laser Trac®. It is a versatile tool that can be used for a variety of cutting applications, including: - Cutting wood, metal, and plastic - Making straight and curved cuts - Plunge cutting - Bevel cutting The saw features a powerful motor that provides plenty of power for even the most demanding cutting jobs. The Laser Trac® system provides a precise cutting guide, ensuring that you make accurate cuts every time.

Owner's Manual

P R O F E S S I 0 N A L I

2-.in-1Handle Scrolling Sabre Saw

w,th Laser Trac®

Model No.

320.27245

CAUTION: Read, understand and

follow all Safety Rules and Operating

instructionsinthis manual before

usingthis product.

• SAFETY

• OPERATION

• MAINTENANCE

• ESPANOL

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffmen Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.

Warranty ...................................................... Page 2

Safety Instructions .......................................... Page 3 - 9

Safety Symbols .............................................. Page 5

Assembly ..................................................... Page 9

Description ................................................... Page 9-10

Operation ..................................................... Page 11-21

Maintenance ................................................. Page 22

Troubleshooting ............................................ Page 23

Accessories .................................................. Page 24

Service Numbers ........................................... Back Cover

ONE FULL YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN

PROFESSIONAL TOOL

If this Craftsman Professional Tool fails due to a defective in material

or workmanship within one years from the date of purchase,

RETURN IT TO THE NEAREST SEARS PARTS AND REPAIR

CENTRE IN THE UNITED STATES and Sears will replace it, free

of charge.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have

other rights which vary from state to state.

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Dept. 817 WA, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONSE

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS!

L_WARNING: BE SURE to read and understand all instructionsin this manual

before using the sabre saw. Failure to followall instructionsmay resultin hazardous

red at on exposure, electric shock, fire and/or serious personal injury.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS FOR LASER

This CRAFTSMAN PROFESSIONAL Sabre Saw has a built-inlaser light. The lasar isa

Class Ilia and emits output power of a maximum 2.5roW and 650nm wavelengths.These

lasers do not normally present an optical hazard. However, DO NOT stare at the beam

because itcan cause flash blindness.

on.our, ,

where the laser light isemitted bythe saw. ALWAYS BE _ ==,

AWARE of itslocationwhen using the sabre saw. ALWAYS

MAKE SURE that any bystanders in the vicinity of use are

made aware of the dangers of looking directly intothe laser.

Iz,

iZ]__WARNING! LASER LIGHT. LASER RADIATION. Avoid Direct Eye Exposure.

! DO NOT stare into beam. Only turn laser beam on when the sabre saw ison the

work piece. Class Ilia laser.

L_WARNING: Use of controls, adjustments or performance of procedures other

than those specified in this manual may resultin hazardous radiation exposure.

/_WARNING: The use ofopticalinstrumentswiththisproductwillincreaseeye hazard.

1.The tinted glasses that were included willenhance the laser light in bright light

conditions,DO NOT wear these glassesiftheyinterferewiththe safe operationofthis saw.

2. NEVER aim the beam at any person or object other than the workpieos.

3. The laser beam can be harmful tothe eyes. ALWAYS avoid direct eye exposure.

DO NOT look directly intothe laser beam outputaperture during operation,

4, The laser on the sabre saw is not a toy.ALWAYS keep out of the reach of children.The

laser light emitted from this device SHOULD NEVER be directed towards any person

for any reason.

5. ALWAYS be sure the laser beam is aimed at a sturdy workpiece (such as wood or

roughcoated surfaces) that does not have a reflective surface,

6. DO NOT use on surfaces such as sheet steel that have a shiny, reflective surface.The

shiny surface could reflect the beam back at the operator.

7. ALWAYS be aware that laser light reflected off of a mirroror any other reflective

surfaces can also be dangerous.

/_CAUTION: ALWAYS follow onlythe instructionscontained in this manual when I

usingthis laser.Use of thisfeature in any manner otherthan what appears inthis manual

may resultin a hazardous radiation exposure.

8. DO NOT attempt to modifythe performance of this laser device in any way.This may

resultin a dangerous exposure to laser radiation.

9. For further information regarding lasers, refer to ANSI - Z136.1 The STANDARD FOR

THE SAFE USE OF LASERS, available from the Laser Institute ofAmedca

(407) 380-1553.

Z_WARNING: BE SURE to read and understand all instructionsin this manual I

before using the sabre saw. Failureto follow all instructionsmay result in hazardous

Iradiation exposure, electric shock, fire and/or serous personal injury.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONSI

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONSI

WORK AREA SAFETY

1. ALWAYS keep your work area clean and well lit.Cluttered benches and dark areas

inviteaccidents.

2. DO NOT operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of

flammable liquids,gases, or dust. Power tools create sparks which may ignitethe

dust or fumes.

3. ALWAYS keep bystanders, children and visitors away while operating a power tool.

Distra_ons can cause you to lose control.

ELECTRICAL SAFETY

I. Double insulated toolsare equipped with a polarized plug (one blade iswider than

the other.) This plug will fit in a poladzed outlet onlyone way. Ifthe plug does not fit

fully in the outlet, reveres the plug. If itstilldoes not fit, contact a qualified electdolan

to install a polarized outlet. Do not change the plug in any way.

2. Double insulation[] eliminates the need for the three-wire grounded powercord and

grounded power supply system. Applicable onlyto Class II (double insulated) tools.

3. Before plugging in the tool, BE SURE that the outlet voltage supplied is withinthe

voltage marked on the tool's data plate. DO NOT usa "AC only" rated toolswith a DC

power supply.

4. ALWAYS avoid body contact with grounded surfaces, such as pipes, radiators, ranges

and refrigerators,There is an increased dsk of electdc shock ifyour bodyis grounded.

5. Ifoperating the power tool in damp locationsis unavoidable, ALWAYS use a Ground

FaultCircuit Interrupter to supply power toyour tool. ALWAYS wear electrician's rubber

gloves and footwear in damp conditions.

6. DO NOT expose power tools to rainor wet conditions.Water entedng a powertool will

increase the dsk of electric shock.

7. DO NOT abuse the cord. NEVER use the cord to carry the tools or pullthe plug from

the outlet. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts, Replace

damaged cords immediately. Damaged cords increase the dsk ofelectdc shock.

8. When operating a power tool outside,ALWAYS use an outdoor extension cord marked

"W-A"or "W". These cordsare rated for outdooruseand reducethe risk ofelectricshock.

NOTE: The extension cord must have adequate wire size AWG (American Wire Gauge)

for safe, efficient use. Smaller gauge wires have greater capacity (16 gauge wire has

more capacity than 18 gauge wire).

SAFETY SYMBOLS

The purpose ofsafetysymbolsis to attractyourattention topossibledangers.The safety

symbols,andthe explanationswiththem,deserveyourcarefulattentionand understanding.

The safetywarningsDO NOT bythemselveseliminateanydanger.The instructionsand

warningstheygiveare no substitutesfor properaccidentpreventionmeasures.

SYMBOL MEANING

//_ SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL: Indicatesdanger,warningorcaution.

Maybe usedinconjunctionwithothersymbolsor pictographs.

Li_ DANGER: Failureto obeya safetywarningwillresultinseriousinjury

toyourselfor toothers.Alwaysfollowthesafetyprecautionsto reduce

the riskoffire, electricshockand personalinjury.

Z_ WARNING: Failuretoobeya safetywarningcanresultinserious

injuryto yourselforto others.Alwaysfollow thesafetyprecautionsto

reducetheriskoffire,electricshockand personalinjury.

CAUTION: Failureto obeya safetywarningmay resultin property

damageor personalinjurytoyourselfortoothers. Alwaysfollow the

safetyprecautionsto reducetheriskoffire, electricshockand

personalinjury.

NOTE: Advisesyouofioformation or instructions vitaltothe

operationor maintenanceofthe equipment.

PERSONAL SAFETY

1.ALWAYSstayalert, watchwhatyouare doingand usecommonsensewhenoperatinga power

tool.DO NOTusetoolwhiletiredor underthe influenceofdrugs,alcohol or medication.A

momentofinattentionwhileoperatingpowertoolsmayresultinseriouspersonalinjury.

2.ALWAYSdressproperly.DO NOT wear looseclothingor jewelry.Pullbacklonghair. Keepyour

hair,clothingand glovesawayfrom movingparts.Looseclothes,jewelryor longhaircan be

caughtinmovingparts.

3.ALWAYSavoidaccidentalstarting.BE SURE switchisinthe "Off"positionbeforepluggingin.

DO NOT carrytoolswithyourfinger on theswitch. Carryingtoolswithyourfinger on theswitch

or pluggingin toolsthathave theswitchin the "On' positioninvitesaccidents,

4.ALWAYSremoveadjustingkeysor wrenchesbeforeturningthe tool'On'. Awrenchor a key

thatisleftattachedto a rotatingpart ofthetoolmay resultinpersonalinjury.

5. DO NOT overreach.ALWAYS keepproperfootingand balanceat alltimes.Properfooting and

balanceenablesbettercontrolofthetoolin unexpectedsituations.

6.ALWAYS usesafetyequipment.Alwaysweareye protection.

TOOL USE AND CARE SAFETY

1.ALWAYSuseclampsorotherpracticalwaystosecureandsupporttheworkpiecetoa stable

platform.Holding the workby handor agai_t yourbody is unstableand mayLeadto Lossof

control.

2. DO NOT force tool. Use thecorrecttool and blade for yourapplication.The correcttooland

blade will do the job better andsafer at the ratefor which it is designed.

SAFETY RULES FOR SABRE SAWS cent.

5.ALWAYShold tool by insulated gripping surfaceswhen performing an eperation

wherethecuttingtoolmaycontacthiddenwiringor itsowncord.Contactwitha

'live" wirewiltmaketheexposedmetal partsofthetool"live"and shocktheoperator.

6.ALWAYSuseblades thathavethecorrectsizeand shape, Bladesthatdo not match

themountinghardware ofthesaw willrunerraticallyandwillcauselossof control.

7.ALWAYSBE SURE thatall adjustingscrewsand theblade holderare fastened

tightlyBEFORE makinga cut.Looseadjusting screwscancausethetoolto slip

and loss ofcontrolmay result.

ADDITIONAL RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION

z_WARNING: BE SURE to read and understandall instructionsinthis manual before

using the sabre saw. Failureto follow all instructionsmay resultin hazardousradiation

exposure,e ectrc shock,f reand/orseriouspersonalinjury.

1. Know your power tool. Read operater's manual carefully,Learnthe applications and

limitations, as well as the specificpotential hazards related to this tool, Following this

rule will reduce the risk of electric shock,fire or serious injury.

2. ALWAYS wear safety glasses or eye shields when using this saw. Everyday eyeglasses

have only impact-resistant lenses; they are NOT safety glasses. Following this rule will

reduce the risk of serious personal injury.

3. ALWAYS protect your lungs. Wear a face mask or dust mask if the operation is dusty.

Following this rule will reduce the risk of serious personal injury.

4. ALWAYS protect your hearing. Wear hearing protection during extended periods of

operation. Following this rule will reduce the risk of serious personal injury.

5. ALWAYS inspect the tool cords periodically and if damaged have them repaired at your

nearest Sears Service Center or other Authorized Service Facility. ALWAYS be aware

of the cord location. Following this rule will reduce the risk of electric shock or fire.

6. ALWAYS check for damaged parts. Before further use ef the tool, a guard or other part

that is damaged should be carefully checked to determine if it will operate properly and

perform its intended function. Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts,

breakage of parts and any other condition that may affect the tool's operation. A guard or

other part that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced at a Sears Service

Center. Following this rule will reduce the risk of electric shock, fire or serious injury.

7. DO NOT abuse the cord. NEVER use the cordto carry the tool or pull the plug

from the outlet. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts.

Replace damaged cords immediately. Damaged cords increase the risk of

electric shock. Following this rule will reduce the risk of electric shocker fire.

ADDITIONAL RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION cent,

8. ALWAYS make sure that your extensioncord is in goodcondition. When

using an extensioncord be sure to use one that is heavy enoughto carry the

currentthatyourtoolwilldraw.Awire gauge(AWG) ofat least14 isrecommended

for an extensioncord25 feet or lessin length.When workingoutdoors,ALWAYS

use an extensioncordthat issuitable foroutdoor use.The cord'sjacketwillbe

marked WA. Smaller gauge wires, have greater capacity (16 gauge wire has

more capacity than 18 gauge wire).An undersizedcordwillcause a drop in line

voltage, resultingin loss of powerand overheating.

9. ALWAYS Inspect and removeall nailsfromlumber beforesawing.Followingthis

rule willreduce the risk ofseriouspersonal injury.

10. DO NOT use the toolwhiletiredor under the influenceof drugs,alcoholor any

medication. Followingthis rule willreducethe riskof electricshock,fire or

serious personal injury.

11. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. Refer to them frequently and use themto

instructothers who may use thistool. Ifsomeone borrows thistool, make sure

they have these instructionsalso.

./_WARNING: The operationof any sabre saw can

resultin foreign objectsbeing thrown into your eyes,

whichcan resultin severe eye damage. Beforebeginning

power tooloperation, ALWAYS wear safety gogglesor

safety glasses with side shield and a full face shield

when needed. We recommendA Wide Vision Safety

Mask for use over eyeglasses or standard safety glasses

wRhside shield, available at Sears Retail Stores.

Z_WARNING: Some dust particles created by powersanding, sawing, grinding,

drillingand otherconstructionjobscontainschemicals knowntocause cancer,birth

defectsor other reproductiveharm. Some examples ofthese chemicals are:

• Lead from lead-based paints,

• Crystalline silica from bricks and cementand other masonry products.

• Arsenic and chromium from chemically-treated lumber.

Your risk from these exposures varies, depending upon how often you do this type of

work. To reduce your exposure to these chemicals:

Work in a wen-ventilated area.

•Work with approved safety equipment, such as those dust masks that are

specially designed to filter out microscopic particles.

The label on your tool may include the following symbols.

V..................................................... Volts

A.................................................... Amperes

Hz.................................................. Hertz

W................................................... Watts

min................................................ Minutes

_, .................................................. Alternating current

no................................................. No-load speed

[] ................................................... Class II construction

RPM .............................................. Revolutions or Strokes per minute

/'lk .......................................... Indicates danger, warning or caution.

It means attention! Your safety is involved.

IMPORTANT! READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS

UNPACKING

Your sabre saw has been shippedcompletelyassembled as a barrel sabre saw,except for

the saw blade and top handle which are packed unassembled. Inspect the tool carefully to

make sure that no breakage or damage has occurred during shipping. If any parts are

damaged or missing, return the sabre saw to your nearest Sears Service Center to have

it replaced.

Z_ WARNING: If any parts are missing, DO NOT operate this tool until the missing

parts are replaced.Failureto do socoud resut in possibleserious personal injury.

Z_WARNING: Yoursabre saw shouldNEVER beconnected to a power sourcewhen

you are assemblingparts, makingadjustments,installingor removingblades, cleaningor

when itis not in use. Disconnectingthe toolwillpreventaccidentalstarting that could

cause serious personal injury.

Before attemptingto use anytool, be sure to familiarize yourself with all the operating

features and safety instructions.

KNOWYOUR SABRE SAW (See Fig.1 & Fig.2)

Yoursabre saw has many built-inconveniencefeaturesforfast,efficientcutting,These

features includethe laser beam thatprojectsa lineoflightalongthe cuttinglinefor accurate

cutting.It has scrollingfeature thatallowstheblade tobe rotated360°, idealfor cuttingcurves

and detailed work.The saw's 2-in-1 soft-griptop handles allow you toguide thesaw withthe

"top handle"attachedor to guidethe saw withthe "barrelgrip"for lowcenterof gravity

precision,givingyou a choiceof grip locationsto matchthejob application.

ScrollingControl

Flg. 1

Decorlid

Push-onswitch Vadablespeeddial

Laser/LED

aperture

Blade

guard

bladechange

Locking

reoge

guide

Blade! Angle

_.,ale

Orlblt/Scrolling

lever

- Base plate

Vaouum_owerknob

Input

Laser Diode Type

Laser Class

No load Speed

Rating

Cutting angle range

Cutting depth in wood

Cutting depth in steel

5 Amps

Red Laser Diode 650rim

Class Ilia, power output <2,5 mW

800-3000 RPM

120 volts, 60Hz AC

0-45° left and right

3 3/sin. (85mm)

1/4in.(6mm)

/'1",CAUTION! The blade guidesupportsthe blade when cutting and must at all times I

restagainstthe back edge ofthe blade exceptwhen inthe scrollingmode. Itshouldrotate

free y.

TURN POWER "ON-OFF" WHEN USING

AS A BARREL GRIP SABRE SAW (Fig. 3)

1.Connect the powercord ofyour saw to a

standard householdpoweroutlet.

2,Turn yoursaw 'ON' byslidingthe "ON-OFF"

switchforward untilit'clicks' into the start

position (Fig. 3).

3.To turn power "OFF", press in on the rear

section of the "ON-OFF" switchto stop

the tool.

Fig. 4 Fig. S

Metal

top

ATTACHING TOP HANDLE ONTO SABRE SAW (Figs. 4, 5)

Remove the "tophandle attaching plate"from the rear top ofthe barrel(Fig. 4)

byslidingthe "plate" completelyoff the saw's motorhousingin the directionof the arrow.

Guide the metal attachingplate located in the insidefront of the "top" handle towardthe slot

located in the front of the sabre saw just beneath the scrolling knob (Fig. 5). At the

same time, align and slide the rear bottom of the "top" handle into the attaching compartment

which had been covered by the attaching plate (Fig. 4) that you removed earlier. When

sliding the "top" handle onto the attaching plate compartment, hold down the handle-release

buttons until "top" handle snaps and locks into place (Fig. 5),

TURN POWER ON-OFFWHEN USING AS ATOP HANDLE GRIP SABRE SAW (Fig. 6)

1.Connectthepowercordofyoursaw

toa standardhouseholdpoweroutlet. Fig, 6

2. Startthetoolby squeezingthe "ON-OFF"

triggerswitch(C) (Fig. 6).

3. Release thetriggerswitchtostop thetool.

4. Ifyou pressin on eithersideof the lock-on

button(locatedon bothsidesofthe top

handle (D) whilethetriggerswitchis

depressed,thetriggerswitchremains in

the "locked-on"operatingposition. This

feature isconvenientforcontinuous

sawingapplications.

5.The lock-onbuttonallowsthe operatorto

keepthe sabre saw motorrunningwithout

continuouslyholdingthetriggerswitch.

6.To releasethe lock-onbutton,press and release the triggerswitch.

I Z_ CAUTION: DO NOT let familiarity withyour saw make youcareless.Rememberthat a I

carelessfractionof a secondis sufficienttocausesevereinjury.

Z_WARNING: I .....

f the LOCK-ON button s contnuously beingdepressed, the tngger

cannotbe released.

NOTE: Determinethe optimumspeed forcuttingyourworkplaceby making a trial cut in a

scrap piece of material.Your experiencewilldeterminethebest resultsfora particular

application. However, as a general rule, use slower speed for harder, denser materials

and faster speed for soft materials.

ADJUSTING THE CUTTING SPEED WITH THE VARIABLE SPEED DIAL (Fig. 7)

The variablespeed featureof thissabre saw

enhancesthecuttingperformanceofyoursaw

and savesthe bladefrom unduewear.

1.The variablespeed dialis usedto adjust

the speedof the blade.

2.Turnthe dial to increaseor decrease the

speed of the blade (Fig. 7).

3. Position'1'selectstheslowestbladespeed,

position'6' selectsthefastestblade speed.

Adjustblade speed for optimumperformance.

NOTE: Determine theoptimumspeed for

cuttingyourworkpieceby makinga trialcut

ina scrappiece ofthe material.

Fig. 7

Z_WARNING! Failureto unplug the saw

from the power sourcewhenassembling parts, I

makingadjustmentsor changingblades could

resultin accidental starting causingpossible

seriousinjury.

TOOL-LESS BLADE

INSTALLATION (Fig. 6, 0)

The tool-lessbladechangecontrolallows

youto removeand replacethesaw blade

quickly and easilywithoutthe useofadditional

tools.

1.Place your fingeron the lower edge of the

see-throughblade guard and pull forward

until it locks in place (Fig. 8).

2. Slide the tool-less blade-change cover up,

then insert the blade into the slot of tool-less

blade change holder (Fig. g).

3. Release the tool-less blade-change cover to

lock the blade in place.

4. Pull down on the blade to be sure the blade is

securelylockedin place. Blade teethshould

be pointing forward and down.

NOTE: For use with both 'T' & 'U' shankedblades.

I FIg. 8

Fig. 9

REMOVING THE BLADE (Fig. 8, 9)

1.Unplug the sabre saw.

z_WARNING: Failureto unplugthe saw could result inaccidental starting

causing possibleserious personal injury.

2. Followsteps1 through3 ontool-lessblade installation(above).

3. Carefullyremovethe blade.

•/_ WARNING: ALWAYS CLAMP WORKPIECE. Failuretoclamp workpiececouldresult

in workpiecebeingthrownor kickedbackcausingseriouspersonalinjury.

TURNTHE LASER LIGHT "ON/OFF' (Fig. 10)

Your sabre saw has a built-in laser light.

To activate laser light, plug inyour sabre saw.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS FOR LASER

This saw has a built-in laser light. The laser isa

Class Ilia and emits output power of a maximum

2.5roW and 650nm wavelengths.These lasers do not

normally present an optical hazard. However,

DO NOT stare at the beam because itcan cause

flash blindness.

IMPORTANT: The following label is on your saw.

It indicates where the laser light isemitted by the saw. ALWAYS BE AWARE of its location

when using the saw,ALWAYS MAKE SURE that any bystanders in the vicinityof use are

made aware of the dangers of lookingdirectlyintothe laser.

Z_WARNING[ LASER LIGHT. LASER RADIATION. Avoid Direct Eye Exposure.

Do NotStare intobeam.Onlyturnlaserbeamonwhen toolisonthe workplace.Class ilia.

Z_CAUTION: The tinted glasses thatwere includedwill enhance the laser light in bright

lightconditions.DO NOT wear these glasses ifthey interferewith the safe operationof

ths saw.

1.Move the LASER/LED switchto the "LASER LINE" position.The laser lightwillbe

projectedout from the laser aperture (See Fig. 10). Use the laser lineas cuttingline

guide by focusing iton a fixed "target" and following its path.

2. To turnoff the laser light, move the LASER / LED switch tothe "OFF" position.

TURN THE LED WORK LIGHT "ON/OFF" (Fig. 10)

Yoursabre saw has a built-in LED work light (See Fig. 10) for illuminatingthe cutting area.

To activatethe LED work light,plug inyour sabre saw.

1. Move the LASER/LED switch tothe "LED" position.The LED lamp willcome on.

2. To turnoff the LED work light, move the LASER / LED switchto the "OFF" position.

ORBITAL ACTION

ORBIT CONTROL LEVER (Fig. 11)

This saw has an orbitalcontrol

that allows you to choose the best

cuttingaction for your material.

Simplyturn the leverto the position

you need for the type of cutyou

are making.

To increase orbit action,turn the

lever to a higher setting.To decrease

orbital action turn the lever to a lower setting.

When minimal splintering desired, we recommend using the "Smooth" position.

1. SCROLLING in all Materials allows manual 360° rotation of the blade using the

scrollingknob.

2. SMOOTH for cutting mildsteel/ soft materials / all materials with normal up and down

blade motionwith minimal splintering.

3. LOW for cutting mostmetal.

4. MEDIUM for cutting plastics,and hardwoods.

5. FAST for maximum orbital actionand faster cuttingin plywoodand softwoods.

Choose the scrollingor smooth cut positions for normal up and down motion

(see Position 1 and 2).

Choose the low or medium cut positions for orbital action for cutting metal, plastic, and

hardwoods (see Position 3 and 4).

Choose the fast cut position for maximum orbital action that will provide faster, more

aggressive cutting in softer materials (see Position 5.

PositionI

SCROLLING

all materials

Position2

Smooth

for

reduced

splintering

In all

materials

Positions3,4

Low

for metal

Medium

_)r

)lastlcs,

_ardwoods

Position5

Fast for

maximum

and soft

woods

NOTE: In order to reach fullorbitalaction, the blade MUST BE FACING STRAIGHT

FORWARD and the backof the blade must rest in the grooveof the guide roller.The foot

must be all the way in the forward position.Orbital action is notobservable when the saw

isfree-running. The saw mustbe cuttingfor orbitalactionto occur.The speed of cut is

easier to see in thickermaterials.

ORBIT CONTROL LEVER cont.

SCROLLING CONTROL FEATURE (Fig.12)

Choose the scrollingpositionfor normal up and down motion (see Position 1),

Position1

SCROLLING

all rnaterlals

The scrollingfeature allows the blade to be rotated 360°. It is ideal forcutting curves and

detailed work.

1.To engage the scrolling function,move the Orbit/Scrolling lever to the SCROLLING

position,see Fig. 11, page 15.

2. Grasp the scrollingcontrolknob(Fig. 12).

3.The scrollingcontrolknobcan be rotated360 =to the leftor rightwhile guidingthe saw to

follow intricate cuttinglines.

NOTE: The blade can be locked in any scrollingposition within 360° by switchingthe

Orbit/Scrolling lever to the "SMOOTH" position.

IMPORTANT: When you are manually scroll cutting ALWAYS hold the saw handle in one

hand and rotate the scrollingknob withyour other hand.

I /KCAUTION: Excessive side pressure tothe blade could break the blade whichcould Idamage the material being cut.

NOTE: When scroll cutting intricate designs, we recommend that you use a scroll

cutting blade.

Z_.WARNING: To avoid accidents, ALWAYS disconnect the tool from the power source

BEFORE making any adjustments or attaching accessories.

WARNING: The use of attachments or accessories that are not recommended

mightbe dangerous.

2-WAY SAWDUST REMOVAL

Yoursabre saw isequipped witha 2-way (vacuum and blower) sawdust removalsystem.

Use the detachable vacuum adapter (dust port) shown in (Fig. 13) for removingdustand

chipsfrom the immediate work space to helpkeep the cuttingline clear.

1.Switch the Vacuum/Blower knob(Fig. 14) to the "VACUUM" position and connectthe

sabre saw through the adapter to a standard shop vacuum (sold separately) for

vacuuming sawdust, metal and plastic chips.

2. Switch the Vacuum/Blower knob to the "BLOWER" position to blow sawdust, metal

and plastic chips away from the cutting area.

Fig.13

GENERAL CUTTING TIPS

1. Place the best sideof the material face down and secure itin a benchvise or clamp it

down.

2. Draw your cuttinglinesor designson the side facing you.

3. Place frontedge of saw foot on the material tobe cutand line up the bladewithyour

cutting line.

4. Hold saw firmly and turn iton.

5. Press down (to keepsaw foot flat againstthe workpiece) as you slowlypushthe saw in

the directionof the cut.

6. Gradually buildup the bladespeed, cuttingas close to the lineas possible(unlessyou

want to leave enough room forfinishedsanding).

7. As you cut, you may need to reposition the vise or clamps to keepthe workpieoestable.

8. DO NOT force the saw because the blade teeth may rub and wear withoutcutting

which may result in breakingthe blade.

9. ALWAYS let the saw do mostof the work.

10. ALWAYS cutslowlywhen following curves, sothe b_adecan cut throughcrossgrain.

This will providean accurate cutand willpreventthe blade from wandering.

CUTTING METAL

When cutting metal ALWAYS clamp downthe metalworkpiece. Be extremely carefulto

move the saw very slowlyas you cut. Use slowerspeeds (Position1,2 or 3 on the Variable

Speed Dial). DO NOT twist, bendor force the blade. If the saw jumpsor bouncesas you cut,

change to a blade with finerteeth. Ifthe blade beginsto clogwhen cuttingsoftmetal, change

to a blade with coarser teeth.

For easier cutting, lubricatethe blade with a stickof cuttingwax (if available) or cuttingoil

when cutting steel. Thin metal should be sandwiched between two pieces of wood or

tightly clamped on a single piece of wood (wood on top of the metal). Draw the cut lines or

design on the top piece of wood.

When cutting aluminum extrusion or angle iron, clamp the work in a bench vise and saw

close to the vise jaws.

When sawing tubing with a diameter larger than the blade isdeep, cutthrough the wall of

the tubing and then insert the blade into the cut, rotating the tube as you saw.

1.When cutting metals, a suitable cooling / cutting oil must be used.

2. Spread the oil onto the blade or workpiece at regular intervals during cutting in order to

reduce wear or overheating the blade.

Z_ WARNING: To avoidaccidents, ALWAYS disconnect the tool from the power source

BEFORE making any adjustments or attaching accessories.

,/K WARNING: The use of attachments or accessories that are not recommended

might be dangerous.

CUTTING WITH A STRAIGHTEDGE (Fig. 15)

1.ALWAYS use a rough-cut blade whenever

possible.

2. Mark the line-of-cut,then positionthe

straightedgeparallel tocut lineand at the

same distanceas between the blade and

the side edge of the saw foot.

3. Mark the side edge of the saw foot and then

clamp the straightedgeon the mark and

parallelto the cut.

4. As you cut, keepthe saw foot edge flush

againstthe straightedge and flat on the

workpiece.

I Z_ WARNING: To avoidaccidents, ALWAYS disconnectthe toolfrom the power sourceBEFORE makingany adjustmentsor attachingaccessories.

Z_ WARNING; DO NOT letfamiliarity with yoursaw make you careless, Remember

that a careless fraction of a secondis sufficientto cause severe injury.

Z_ WARNING! ALWAYS wear safetygoggles or safety glasseswhen operatingthis tool.

PLUNGE CUTTING (Fig. 16)

Plunge cuttingis usefuland time-savingfor making roughopenings in softmaterials. It

makes itunnecessary to drilla holefor an insideor pocket cut.

1. Draw linesfor the opening.

2. Hold saw firmly and tiltitforward sothe toe

of the saw foot restson theworkpiece.

3. MAKE SURE thatthe blade iswell clear of

the workpiece.

4. Startthe saw and then graduallylowerthe blade.

5.When the blade touchesthe workpiece,

continuepressingdownon the toe ofthe

saw foot.

6. Slowlypivotthesaw likea hinge untilthe blade

cuts throughand the foot rests flat on the

workpiece.

7.Then begin sawing on the cut line.

NOTE" DO NOT use a scrollblade for plunger cutting.

IMPORTANT: DO NOT try toplunge cut intohardmaterials, such as steel.

TO MAKE SHARP CORNERS

1. Cut up tothe corner,then back up slightlybeforerounding the corner.

2. After the opening is complete, go back to each cornerand cutitfrom the oppositedirection

to squareit off.

TO ADJUST BASE PLATE FOR BEVEL CUTTING (Figs. 17, 18)

I _ CAUTION: To prevent damage to the tool when angle or bevel cutting,the scroll

mechanism MUST BE locked in place withthe cuttingedge of the bladefacing the front

of the tool.

1.To adjustthe cutting angle, first turnthe tool upside down and loosen the hex screwthat

secures the blade guide assembly located on the underside of the tool using the hex key

provided (Fig. 17).

2. Loosen the hex screwsecuring the base plate. Move the base plate slightlyforward and

tilt itto the required angle between 0° and 45° using the scale marked on the base

bracket.The base plate has indents at 0°, =L-45° for easy angle setting.

3.Slide the blade guideassembly until the blade guide restsagainst the back edge of the blade.

4. Re-tighten the hex screws.For accurate work, it is necessary to make a trial cut, measure

the work and reset the angle until the correct setting is achieved.

Fig.17

Z_ WARNING: To avoidaccidents,ALWAYSdisconnect the tool from the power source I

BEFORE making anyadjustmentsor attaching accessories.

I Z_ WARNING: DO NOT letfamiliaritywithyoursaw makeyou careless.Rememberthata

carelessfractionofa secondissufficientto causesevereinjury.

,/_ WARNING:The useof attachmentsoraccessoriesthatarenotrecommendedcouldbedangerous.

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