Harbor Freight Tools 4095 User Manual 2
RECIPROCATING SAW - 4.5 AMP
Model 04095
ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
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Read this material before using this product.
Failure to do so can result in serious injury.
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Manual Revised 02/05
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
ITEM DESCRIPTION
Electrical Requirements 120 Volt / 60 Hz / 4.5 Amps
Variable Speed 6 Positions / 0-2300 SPM (Strokes Per Minute)
Blade Stroke 1-3/16”
Shoe Plate Tilt 0-15°
Chuck Pin Type
Chuck Capacity 1/2” Standard Shank
Overall Dimensions 16-1/2”L x 3-1/4”W x 5-3/4”H
Weight 6.70 Pounds
E194601
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You will need this manual for the safety warnings and precautions, assembly,
operating, inspection, maintenance and cleaning procedures, parts list and assembly diagram. Keep your invoice with this manual. Write the invoice number on the
inside of the front cover. Keep this manual and invoice in a safe and dry place for
future reference.
GENERAL SAFETY RULES
WARNING! READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS
Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in
electric shock, fire, and/or serious injury.
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WORK AREA
1. Keep your work area clean and well lit. Cluttered benches and dark areas invite
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. Keep bystanders, children, and visitors away while operating a power tool.
Distractions can cause you to lose control. Protect others in the work area from
debris such as chips and sparks. Provide barriers or shields as needed.
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
4. Grounded tools must be plugged into an outlet properly installed and grounded
in accordance with all codes and ordinances. Never remove the grounding
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prong or modify the plug in any way. Do not use any adapter plugs. Check with
a qualified electrician if you are in doubt as to whether the outlet is properly
grounded. If the tools should electrically malfunction or break down, grounding
provides a low resistance path to carry electricity away from the user.
5. 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. Double insulation eliminates the need for the three wire grounded
power cord and grounded power supply system.
6. 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.
7. Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Water entering a power
tool will increase the risk of electric shock.
8. Do not abuse the Power Cord. Never use the Power Cord to carry the tools
or pull the Plug from an outlet. Keep the Power Cord away from heat, oil,
sharp edges, or moving parts. Replace damaged Power Cords immediately.
Damaged Power Cords increase the risk of electric shock.
9. When operating a power tool outside, use an outdoor extension cord marked
“W-A” or “W”. These extension cords are rated for outdoor use, and reduce the
risk of electric shock.
PERSONAL SAFETY
10. Stay alert. Watch what you are doing, and use common sense when operating
a power tool. Do not use a power 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.
11. Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Contain long hair.
Keep your hair, clothing, and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes,
jewelry, or long hair can be caught in moving parts.
12. Avoid accidental starting. Be sure the Trigger is off before plugging in. Carrying
power tools with your finger on the Trigger, or plugging in power tools with the Trigger
on, invites accidents.
13. Remove adjusting keys or wrenches before turning the power tool on. A
wrench or a key that is left attached to a moving part of the power tool may result
in personal injury.
14. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. Proper footing
and balance enables better control of the power tool in unexpected situations.
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15. Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protection. Dust mask, nonskid safety
shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection must be used for appropriate conditions.
TOOL USE AND CARE
16. Use clamps (not included) 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.
17. Do not force the tool. Use the correct tool for your application. The correct
tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it is designed.
18. Do not use the power tool if the Trigger does not turn it on or off. Any tool that
cannot be controlled with the Trigger is dangerous and must be replaced.
19. Disconnect the Power Cord 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.
20. Store idle tools out of reach of children and other untrained persons. Tools
are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
21. Maintain tools with care. Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly
maintained tools with a sharp cutting edge are less likely to bind and are easier
to control. Do not use a damaged tool. Tag damaged tools “Do not use” until
repaired.
22. 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.
23. Use only accessories that are recommended by the manufacturer for your
model. Accessories that may be suitable for one tool may become hazardous when
used on another tool.
SERVICE
24. Tool service must be performed only by qualified repair personnel. Service
or maintenance performed by unqualified personnel could result in a risk of injury.
25. When servicing a tool, use only identical replacement parts. Follow instructions
in the “Inspection, Maintenance, And Cleaning” section of this manual. Use
of unauthorized parts or failure to follow maintenance instructions may create a risk
of electric shock or injury.
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SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES
1. Hold tool by insulated gripping surfaces when performing an operation where
the cutting tools may contact hidden wiring or its own cord. Contact with a ‘live’
wire will make exposed metal parts of the tool ‘live’ and shock the operator.
2. Industrial applications must follow OSHA requirements.
3. Maintain labels and nameplates on the Saw. These carry important information.
If unreadable or missing, contact Harbor Freight Tools for a replacement.
4. Always wear ANSI approved safety impact eye goggles and heavy work gloves
when using the Saw. Using personal safety devices reduce the risk for injury.
Safety impact eye goggles and heavy work gloves are available from Harbor Freight
Tools.
5. Maintain a safe working environment. Make sure there is adequate surrounding
workspace. Always keep the work area free of obstructions, grease, oil, trash, and
other debris. Do not use a power tool in areas near flammable chemicals, dusts,
and vapors. Do not use this product in a damp or wet location.
6. When using a handheld power tool, always maintain a firm grip on the tool
with both hands to resist starting torque.
7. Avoid unintentional starting. Make sure you are prepared to begin work before
turning on the Saw.
8. Do not force the Saw. This tool will do the work better and safer at the speed and
capacity for which it was designed. Do not force the tool and do not use the tool for
a purpose for which it is not intended.
9. Always keep the extension cord away from moving parts on the tool.
10. WARNING! People with pacemakers should consult their physician(s) before
using this product. Electromagnetic fields in close proximity to a heart pacemaker
could cause interference to or failure of the pacemaker.
In addition, people with pacemakers should adhere to the following:
• Avoidoperatingpowertoolsalone.
• Don’tuseapowertoolwiththeTriggerlockedon.
• Ifpoweredviaapowercordbecertainthatthetoolisproperlygrounded.Aground
fault interrupt (GFCI) system is also a good precaution. This inexpensive device
is a good safety measure because it prevents a sustained electrical shock.
• Properlymaintainandinspectalltoolsbeforeusetoavoidelectricalshock.
11. Never lay the tool down until it has come to a complete stop. Moving parts can
grab the surface and pull the tool out of your control.
12. Never leave the saw unattended when it is plugged into an electrical outlet.
Turn off the tool, and unplug it from its electrical outlet before leaving.
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