Chicago Electric CHICAGO 9.5 AMP MAGNESIUM RECIPROCATING SAW 97580 User Manual
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SKU 97580
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4. There must not be hazardous
objects, such as utility lines or foreign
objects, nearby that will present a
hazard while working.
General Operating Instructions
1. To turn ON the tool, squeeze the
Trigger (60). To turn the tool OFF,
release the Trigger.
2. The tool can be set to operate
continuously, by squeezing the
Trigger and pressing in the Locking
Button on the Handle. To stop
continuous operation, squeeze the
Trigger to unlock the Button and
release the Trigger.
3. Be sure the work piece is firmly
mounted so it will not move during
the cutting operation. Support the cut
off end of the work piece so it will not
fall free at the end of the cut.
4. Grip the tool with both hands, one
hand on the Handle (58,65), and one
on the Front Cover (42).
5. Place the Blade (43) on the work
piece and squeeze the Trigger (60).
The saw will begin to operate.
6. Keep the Base Plate (44) pressed
firmly against the work piece to
prevent tool kick back.
7. Maintain a smooth motion pressing
the Blade through the material as it
is cut. Follow the cut, do not press
too hard. If the tool slows down as it
is cutting, apply less pressure on the
tool.
8. When the cut is completed, release
the Trigger and wait until the blade
stops. If you will not be making
another cut unplug the tool and store
it safely.
Plunge Cutting
1. You can plunge cut into plywood and
thin board panels. Do not attempt to
plunge cut into thick, hard or metal
panels.
2. Select a short, thick blade which is in
good condition.
3. Place the tool on the work piece with
the Blade NOT touching the work
material. Squeeze the Trigger (60)
to start the tool operating. Never
start a plunge cut with the Blade tip
touching the work piece. This will
cause an immediate kick back, that
can damage the work piece, blade or
cause injury.
4. Slowly rotate the tool on the Base
Plate (44) as the Blade contacts the
work piece. Hold the tool firmly.
5. Continue to slowly rotate the tool until
the Blade has penetrated through the
work material. Press the Base Plate
(44) firmly against the work material
and continue to make the cut.
6. To prevent accidents, turn off the tool
and disconnect its power supply after
use. Clean, then store the tool in-
doors out of children’s reach.