Craftsman 172.267700 User Manual

Owner's Manual

CRRFTSMRN

PROFESSIONAL

1

Reciprocating Saw

Variable Speed

• SAFETY

CAUTION: Read, understand and follow

all Safety Rules and Operating Instructions
in this manual before using this product.

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

10-23-01

• OPERATION

• MAINTENANCE

• ESPAÑOL

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Warranty.
Safety Instructions
Safety Symbols

Description
Operation
Maintenance
Accessories

Repair Parts..............................

FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN
PROFESSIONAL RECIPROCATING SAW

If this CRAFTSMAN Professional Reciprocating Saw fails due to a defect
in material or workmanship within one year from the date of purchase,
Sears will repair it, free of charge.

WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY SIMPLY RETURNING THE
TOOL TO THE NEAREST SEARS STORE OR OTHER CRAFTSMAN
OUTLET IN THE UNITED STATES.

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

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READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS!

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

A WARNING: BE SURE to read and understand all instructions.

Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric
shock, fire and/or serious personal injury.

WORK AREA SAFETY

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

dark areas in\nte accidents.

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 ignite the dust or fumes.

3. ALWAYS keep bystanders, children, and visitors away while operating a
power tool. Distractions can cause you to lose control.

ELECTRICAL SAFETY

1. Double insulated tools are equipped with a polarized plug (one blade is

wider than the other.) This plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way.

If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does
not fit, contact a qualified electrician to install a polarized outlet.
Do not change the plug in any way.

2. Double insulation B eliminates the need for the three wire grounded power

cord and grounded power supply system. Applicable only to Class II
(double insulated) tools.

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

within the voltage marked on the tool's data plate. DO NOT use “AC only”

rated tools with a DC power supply.

4. ALWAYS avoid body contact with grounded surfaces, such as pipes,
radiators, ranges and refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric
shock if your body is grounded.

5. If operating the power tool in damp locations is unavoidable,
ALWAYS use a Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter to supply power to
your tool. ALWAYS wear electrician's rubber gloves and footwear
in damp conditions.

6. DO NOT expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Water entering
a power tool will increase the risk of electric shock.

7. DO NOT abuse the cord. NEVER use the cord to carry the tools 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.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS cont.

ELECTRICAL SAFETY cont.

8. When operating a power tool outside, ALWAYS use an outdoor extension
cord marked "W-A" or 'W." These cords are rated for outdoor use and
reduce the risk of electric shock.

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).

Minimum Gauge for Extention Cords (AWG)

Voits

120 V

Ampere Rating

More than 0

Not more than 6

More than 6

Not more than 10

More than 10

Not more than 12

More than 12

Not more than 16

PERSONAL SAFETY

1. ALWAYS stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense
when operating a power tool. DO NOT use tool while tired or under the
influence of drugs, alcohol, or medication. A moment of inattention while
operating power tools may result in serious personal injury,

2. ALWAYS dress properly. DO NOT wear loose clothing or jewelry. Pull
back long hair. Keep your hair, clothing, and gloves away from moving
parts. Loose clothes, jewelry, or long hair can be caught in moving parts.

3. ALWAYS avoid accidental starting. BE SURE switch is “Off” before
plugging in. Carrying tools with your finger on the switch or plugging in tools
that have the switch in the “On” position invites accidents.

4. ALWAYS remove adjusting keys or wrenches before turning the tool on.
A wrench or a key that is left attached to a rotating part of the tool may result
in personal injury.

5. DO NOT overreach. ALWAYS keep proper footing and balance at all
times. Proper footing and balance enables better control of the tool In

unexpected situations.

6. ALWAYS use safety equipment. Always wear eye protection.

Dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection must be
used for appropriate conditions

Total Length of Cord in Feet

0
25 ft.

AWG AWG AWG AWG

18

18 16
16

14

26
50 ft.

16

16

12

51 ­100 ft.

16

14 12

14

Not Recommended

101 ­150 ft.

14

12

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS cont.

TOOL USE AND CARE SAFETY

1. ALWAYS use clamps or other practical ways to secure and support the
workpiece to a stable platform. Holding the work by hand or against your
body is unstable and may lead to loss of control.

2. DO NOT force tool. Use the correct tool and blade for your application.
The correct tool and blade will do the job better and safer at the rate for
which it is designed.

3. DO NOT use tool if switch does not turn it “On” or “Off”. Any tool that

cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.

4. ALWAYS disconnect the plug from the power source before making any

adjustments, changing accessories,or storing the tool. Such preventive
safety measures reduce the risk of starting the tool accidentally.

5. ALWAYS store idle tools out of reach of children and other untrained

persons.Tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.

6. ALWAYS maintain tools with care. Keep cutting tools sharp and clean.

Properly maintained tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind

and are easier to control.

7. ALWAYS check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage

of parts, and any other condition that may affect the tool’s operation.

If damaged, have the tool serviced before using. Many accidents are

caused by poorly maintained tools.

A WARNING: USE OF ACCESSORIES THAT ARE NOT

RECOMMENDED FOR USE WITH THIS TOOL MAY CREATE

A HAZARDOUS CONDITION.

8. ALWAYS use only accessories that are recommended for this tool.

Accessories that may be suitable for one tool can become hazardous
when used on another tool.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS cont.

SERVICE SAFETY

1. Tool service MUST BE performed only at a Sears Service Center.

Service or maintenance performed by unqualified personnel

could result in a risk of injury.

2. When servicing a tool, ALWAYS use only identical replacement parts.

Follow Instructions in the Maintenance section of this manual. Use of
unauthorized parts or failure to follow Maintenance Instructions may create
a risk of electric shock or injury.

ADDITIONAL SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES

1. Know your power tool. Read operator's manual carefully. Learn the
applications and limitations, as well as the specific potential hazards

related to this tool. Following this rule will reduce the risk of electric shock,

fire or serious injury.

2. ALWAYS hold tool by insulated gripping surfaces when performing an

operation where the cutting tool may contact hidden wiring or its own
cord. Contact with a live” wire will make the exposed metal parts of the tool

“live" and shock the operator.

3. ALWAYS keep your hands away from cutting area. DO NOT reach under
the material being cut because the nearness of the blade to your hand is
hidden from your sight.

4. DO NOT use dull or damaged blades. Bent blades can break easily,
or cause kickback.

5. ALWAYS wear safety glasses or eye shields when using this saw.

ALWAYS wear a dust mask or respirator for applications which

generate dust.

6. ALWAYS protect your lungs. Wear a face mask or dust mask if the
operation is dusty. Following this rule will reduce №e risk of serious
personal injury.

7. ALWAYS protect your hearing. Wear hearing protection during extended
periods of operation. Following this rule will reduce the risk of serious

personal injury.

8. ALWAYS inspect and remove all nails from lumber before sawing.

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

9. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. Refer to them frequently and use them to
instruct others who may use this tool. If someone borrows this tool,
make sure they have these Instructions also.