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Operating/Safety Instructions Consignes de fonctionnement/sécurité
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CRS180
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General Power Tool Safety Warnings |
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Read all safety warnings and all instructions. Failure to follow the warnings |
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and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury. |
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SAVE ALL WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
The term “power tool” in the warnings refers to your mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated (cordless) power tool.
Work area safety
Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents.
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 ignite the dust or fumes.
Keep children and bystanders away while operating a power tool. Distractions can cause you to lose control.
Electrical safety
Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never modify the plug in any way. Do not use any adapter plugs with earthed (grounded) power tools. Unmodified plugs and matching outlets will reduce risk of electric shock.
Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces such as pipes, radiators, ranges and refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is earthed or grounded.
Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of electric shock.
Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for carrying, pulling or unplugging the power tool. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts. Damaged or entangled cords increase the risk of electric shock.
When operating a power tool outdoors, use an extension cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock.
If operating a power tool in a damp location is unavoidable, use a Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) protected supply. Use of an GFCI reduces the risk of electric shock.
Personal safety
Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a
power tool. Do not use a power tool while you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury.
Use personal protective equipment. Always wear eye protection. Protective equipment such as dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection used for appropriate conditions will reduce personal injuries.
Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is in the off-position before connecting to power source and / or battery pack, picking up or carrying the tool.
Carrying power tools with your finger on the switch or energizing power tools that have the switch on invites accidents.
Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning the power tool on. A wrench or a key left attached to a rotating part of the power tool may result in personal injury.
Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. This enables better control of the power tool in unexpected situations.
Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry or long hair can be caught in moving parts.
If devices are provided for the connection of dust extraction and collection facilities, ensure these are connected and properly used. Use of dust collection can reduce dustrelated hazards.
Power tool use and care
Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power tool for your application. The correct power tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed.
Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn it on and off. Any power tool that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
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Disconnect the plug from the power source and/or the battery pack from the power tool before making any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing power tools. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the power tool accidentally.
Store idle power tools out of the reach of children and do not allow persons unfamiliar with the power tool or these instructions to operate the power tool. Power tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts and any other condition that may affect the power tool’s operation. If damaged, have the power tool repaired before use.
Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained power tools.
Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control.
Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc. in accordance with these instructions, taking into account the working conditions and the work to be performed. Use of the power tool for operations different from those intended could result in a hazardous situation.
Battery tool use and care
Recharge only with the charger specified by the manufacturer. A charger that is suitable for one type of battery pack may create a risk of fire when used with another battery pack.
Use power tools only with specifically designated battery packs. Use of any other battery packs may create a risk of injury and fire.
When battery pack is not in use, keep it away from other metal objects like paper clips, coins, keys, nails, screws, or other small metal objects that can make a connection from one terminal to another.
Shorting the battery terminals together may cause burns or a fire.
Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected from the battery, avoid contact. If contact accidentally occurs, flush with water. If liquid contacts eyes, additionally seek medical help. Liquid ejected from the battery may cause irritation or burns.
Service
Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair person using only identical replacement parts. This will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained.
Safety Rules for Cordless Reciprocating Saws
Hold power tool by insulated gripping surfaces, when performing an operation where the cutting accessory may contact hidden wiring. Cutting accessory contacting a "live" wire may make exposed metal parts of the power tool "live" and could give the operator an electric shock.
Use clamps or another practical way to secure and support the workpiece to a stable platform. Holding the work by hand or against your body leaves it unstable and may lead to loss of control.
Do not drill, fasten or break into existing walls or other blind areas where electrical wiring may exist. If this situation is unavoidable, disconnect all fuses or circuit breakers feeding this worksite.
Keep hands away from cutting area. Do not reach under the material being cut.
The proximity of the blade to your hand is hidden from your sight.
Keep hands from between the gear housing and saw blade clamp (plunger).
The reciprocating blade clamp (blade plunger) can pinch your fingers.
Do not use dull or damaged blades. Bent blades can break easily or cause kickback.
Before starting to cut, turn tool "ON" and allow the blade to come to full speed. Tool can chatter or vibrate if blade speed is too slow at beginning of cut and possibly kickback.
Always wear safety goggles or eye protection when using this tool. Use a dust mask or respirator for applications, which generate dust.
Secure material before cutting. Never hold it in your hand or across legs. Small or thin material may flex or vibrate with the blade, causing loss of control.
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Make certain all adjusting screws (knobs) and the blade clamp are tight before making a cut. Loose adjusting screws and clamps can cause the tool or blade to slip and loss of control may result.
When removing the blade from the tool avoid contact with skin and use proper protective gloves when grasping the blade
or accessory. Accessories may be hot after prolonged use.
When using the saw hook always be aware that the the blade is exposed.
Always hang the tool in an area where yourself and bystandards can not accidently make contact with the blade.
Additional Safety Warnings
GFCI and personal protection devices like electrician’s rubber gloves and footwear will further enhance your personal safety.
Do not use AC only rated tools with a DC power supply. While the tool may appear to work, the electrical components of the AC rated tool are likely to fail and create a hazard to the operator.
Keep handles dry, clean and free from oil and grease. Slippery hands cannot safely control the power tool.
Develop a periodic maintenance schedule for your tool. When cleaning a tool be careful not to disassemble any portion of the tool since internal wires may be misplaced or pinched or safety guard return springs may be improperly mounted.
Certain cleaning agents such as gasoline, carbon tetrachloride, ammonia, etc. may damage plastic parts.
Ensure the switch is in the off position before inserting battery pack. Inserting the
battery pack into power tools that have the switch on invites accidents.
Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction activities
contains chemicals known to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some examples of these chemicals are:
•Lead from lead-based paints,
•Crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products, and
•Arsenic and chromium from chemicallytreated lumber.
Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on how often you do this type of work. To reduce your exposure to these chemicals: work in a well ventilated area, and work with approved safety equipment, such as those dust masks that are specially designed to filter out microscopic particles.
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Symbols
IMPORTANT: Some of the following symbols may be used on your tool. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the tool better and safer.
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Symbols (continued)
IMPORTANT: Some of the following symbols may be used on your tool. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the tool better and safer.
This symbol designates that this tool is listed by Underwriters Laboratories.
This symbol designates that this component is recognized by Underwriters
Laboratories.
This symbol designates that this tool is listed by Underwriters Laboratories, to United States and Canadian Standards.
This symbol designates that this tool is listed by the Canadian Standards Association.
This symbol designates that this tool is listed by the Canadian Standards
Association, to United States and Canadian Standards.
This symbol designates that this tool is listed by the Intertek Testing
Services, to United States and Canadian Standards.
This symbol designates that this tool complies to NOM Mexican Standards.
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Functional Description and Specifications
Disconnect battery pack from tool before making any assembly, adjustments or changing accessories. Such preventive safety measures
reduce the risk of starting the tool accidentally.
Cordless Reciprocating Saw
FIG. 1
LockJaw™ |
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BLADE HOLDER |
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DUAL SPEED |
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SELECTOR SWITCH |
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VARIABLE SPEED |
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TRIGGER |
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SAW BLADE |
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CRS180 |
Voltage Rating |
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Stroke Length |
1-1/8" (28 mm) |
Strokes Per Minute |
n0 0-2,400/min |
Strokes Per Minute |
n0 0-2,700/min |
Battery Packs/Chargers
Please refer to the Charger Manual included with your tool.
NOTE: For tool specifications refer to the nameplate on your tool.
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Assembly
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 BOSCH blades are available. Be sure to use the proper blade to insure proper cutting performance.
INSTALLING A BLADE Disconnect battery pack from tool before making
any assembly, adjustments or changing accessories.
1. Insert the blade into the LockJaw™ blade holder until the locking collar automatically rotates clockwise and locks the blade in place (Fig. 2). Note: if the blade will not lock automatically, rotate the locking collar counter-
FIG. 2
LOCKING
COLLAR
LockJaw™
BLADE HOLDER
BLADE
clockwise until it clicks and locks in the open position (Fig. 3).
2 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.
3. To remove the blade, rotate the locking collar counter-clockwise and the blade will automatically eject from the LockJaw™ blade holder and lock the collar in the open position.
Make sure that the front end of the blade extends 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 canted could jam inside the foot and snap.
FIG. 3
Open
Position
LOCKING COLLAR
Operating Instructions
VARIABLE SPEED CONTROLLED
TRIGGER SWITCH
Your tool is equipped with a variable speed controlled trigger switch. The tool can be turned "ON" or "OFF" by squeezing or releasing the trigger. The blade plunger stroke rate can be adjusted from the minimum to maximum nameplate stroke rate by the pressure you apply to the trigger. Apply more pressure to increase the speed and release pressure to decrease speed (Fig. 1).
! WARNING To reduce the risk of injury immediately discontinue use
of the tool if the variable speed control ceases to function. Subsequent loss of on/off control of the trigger switch is likely.
Higher speed settings are generally used for fast cutting or when softer cutting materials such as wood, composite materials, and plastics. Slower speed settings are generally used when precision is required or when cutting harder materials. Materials typically cut using slower speeds include sheet metal, conduit, and pipe.
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DUAL SPEED SELECTOR SWITCH
& TRIGGER LOCK
The stroke speed setting of the power tool can be changed with the stroke speed selector switch. However, this is not possible when the On/Off switch is pressed.
Stroke speed selector switch – central position:
The safety lock is activated.
The On/Off switch is blocked and the machine is secured against being switched on unintentionally.
Stroke speed selector switch – left:
1. Low stroke speed.
The low stroke speed is suitable for sawing hard materials such as steel, non-ferrous metal, hard
plastics or for precision cuts in wood and plunge cutting.
The low stroke speed enables sawing with less vibrations.
Stroke speed selector switch – right:
2. High stroke speed.
The high stroke speed is suitable
for sawing soft materials.
The high stroke speed enables quicker operational progress, e. g., for coarse cuts in wood.
Using the Saw
1. Securely clamp the work.
2. Mark the line of cut and grasp the tool with one hand on the handle and the other placed on the insulated rubber boot over the front housing.
! WARNING Always operate the saw with the insulated boot on
the front housing. If you saw into a blind area where live wiring exists, you may be shocked or electrocuted.
3.Keep the saw footplate firmly against the work to minimize counter-force (jumping) and vibration.
4.Squeeze the trigger to start the tool. Let the saw reach full speed before starting the cut. Guide the saw so that the blade will move along the marked line.
SAWING TIPS
Following a few simple tips will reduce the wear on the workpiece, the tool and the operator.
1.Blades cut on the draw or back stroke. On fine work, such as paneling, fiberglass, etc., place the good side of workpiece facing down.
2.Use the correct saw blade for the material being cut and keep extra blades on hand to use when others become dull. Replace cracked or bent blades immediately.
3.Select the footplate projection settings, as well as the appropriate cutting speed.
4.To reduce the risk of injury, be sure the blade always extends beyond the footplate and work throughout the stroke. Blades may shatter if the front on the blade hits the work and/or the footplate.
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-Apply a lubricant for easier, smoother, faster cutting and longer blade life.
-For non-ferrous metals, aluminum, bronze or brass, use a stick wax on the blade.
-For ferrous metals, iron and steel, use machine or cutting oil along the surface to be cut.
6.When cutting thin metal, "sandwich" the material between two pieces of scrap wood. Clamp or put in a bench vise. One piece of lumber on top of the metal can be used with adequate clamping. Place your cut lines or design on the wood.
7.Don’t force the cutting. Let the saw and blade do the work.
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POCKET CUTS
POCKET/PLUNGE CUTS
The reciprocating saw can be used to make plunge cuts into softer material, (for example, wood or light building materials for walls), without a starting hole (Fig. 4).
1.Mark the line to be cut clearly on the work.
2.Set the tool with one edge of the footplate
firmly against the material.
3. Place the tip of the blade (not running) on the line to be cut.
4. Tilt the saw so that the blade clears the work.
5. Squeeze the trigger switch and carefully engage the moving saw blade into the material.
6. After the blade penetrates through the work, continue sawing along the marked outline.
NOTES:
To make plunge cutting easier, use a heavy gauge blade, install the blade with the teeth facing upward, and hold the saw upside down as shown (Fig. 5).
Do not plunge cut in metal surfaces.
In thick materials and in harder materials, such as metal, plunge cutting should not be attempted. Such materials can be cut with the recip saw only by starting the cut from the edge of the material or from a hole drilled all the way through the material that is large enough to fit the saw blade.
The use of any accessories not specified in this manual
may create a hazard.
INSERTING AND RELEASING BATTERy PACK
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Set Forward/Reversing lever to the center (off position). Slide charged battery pack into the housing until the battery pack locks into position (Fig. 1).
Your battery pack is equipped with a secondary locking latch to prevent the battery pack from completely falling out of the handle, should it become loose due to vibration.
To remove the battery pack, press the battery pack release button and slide the battery pack forward. Press the battery pack release button again and slide the battery pack completely out of tool housing.
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