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19. Don’t abuse the power cord. Never carry a tool by its cord. Do not yank on the cord
to disconnect it from the outlet. Do not move bench-mounted, or floor-standing
machines with the power cord in the outlet. Keep cord away from heat, oil and sharp
edges.
20. Examine blade before using. Before each use, examine blade for chips, cracks, or
other damage. Do not use if damaged.
21. Check for tightness on all saw blade adjustments before using.
22. Use proper size extension cord. If an extension cord is required, it must be of the
proper size to supply the correct current to the tool without heating up. Otherwise, the
extension cord could melt and catch file, or cause electrical damage to the tool. This
tool requires use of an extension cord of 0 to 10 amps capability (up to 50 feet), with
wire size rated at 18 AWG. Longer extension cords required larger size wire. If you are
using the tool outdoors, use an extension cord rated for outdoor use (signified by “WA”
on the jacket).
Note: Performance of this tool may vary depending on variations in local line voltage. Exten-
sion cord usage may also affect tool performance.
WARNING: THE WARNINGS, CAUTIONS, AND INSTRUCTIONS DISCUSSED IN THIS IN-
STRUCTION MANUAL CANNOT COVER ALL POSSIBLE CONDITIONS AND SITUATIONS
THAT MAY OCCUR. IT MUST BE UNDERSTOOD BY THE OPERATOR THAT COMMON
SENSE AND CAUTION ARE FACTORS WHICH CANNOT BE BUILT INTO THIS PROD-
UCT, BUT MUST BE SUPPLIED BY THE OPERATOR.
Unpacking
When unpacking, check to make sure the following parts are included: Reciprocating Saw,
Wood and Metal Blades, and Hex Key Wrench. If any parts are missing or broken, please
call Harbor Freight Tools at the number on the cover of this manual as soon as possible.
Assembly
Install Blade
Refer to the photo on the top of the next page.
1. Select the saw blade best suited for stock you are cutting.
Wood blades have a coarser tooth pitch. Metal blades have a finer tooth pitch. Use
each blade only for cutting its specified stock.
2. Using the supplied Hex Key Wrench, loosen, but do not remove Screw (4).
3. Slide the blade (teeth down) into the blade holder as far as possible.
4. Tighten Screw (4).