SKIL 9206, 9216 User Manual
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General Power Tool Safety Warnings
WARNING
!
Read all safety warnings and all instructions. Failure to follow the warnings
and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.
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
us e a ny adapter pl ug s with earthe d
(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 the power tool in damp locations
is unavoidable, use a Ground Fault Circuit
Interrupter (GFCI) protected supply. Use of
an GFCI reduce the risk of electric shock.
Personal safety
Stay alert, watch what you are doing and
us e co mmon sense w hen opera ting 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
sw itch is in th e o ff-po sitio n b efore
connecting to power source and / or battery
pa ck, picki ng up or carrying the t ool.
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
co ntrol of the power to ol in unexpe ct ed
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 dust-
related hazards.
Power tool use and care
Do not forc e the power to ol. 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
ca nn ot be co nt ro ll ed wi th th e swi tc h 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.
Ma ny acci de nt s ar e ca us ed by poorly
maintained power tools.
Safety Rules for Reciprocating Saws
Hold po wer tool by insu lated gripping
surfaces, when performing an operation
where the cutting tool may contact hidden
wiring o r i ts own co rd . Cutt in g t ool
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 ma y exist. If th is situat io n is
unavoidable, disconnect all fuses or circuit
breakers feeding this worksite.
Ne ve r lea ve th e trigger l oc ke d "ON ".
Before plugging the tool in, check that the
trigger lock is "OFF". Accidental start-ups
could cause injury.
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 fr om be tween th e g ea r
housing an d saw blade holder . The
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.
Service
Have your power tool serviced by a qualified
re pa ir person u sing on ly identical
replacement parts. This will ensure that the
safety of the power tool is maintained.
reciprocating blade holder can pinch your
fingers.
Do not use dull or damaged blades. Bent
blade can break easily or cause kickback.
Before starting to cut, turn tool "ON" and
allow the blade to c ome to full speed.
Tool can chatter or vibrate if blade speed is
too slow at beginning of cut and possibly
kickback.
Always w ea r s af ety gogg le s or eye
protection when using this tool. Use a
dust mask or respirator for applications
which generate dust.
Secure material bef ore 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.
Make certain all adjusting screws and the
blade holder are tight before making a
cut. Loose adjusting screws and holders
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
pr ot ec ti ve gl oves when graspin g the
blade or accessory. Accessories may be
hot after prolonged use.
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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
th e tool sinc e interna l wires may be
misplaced or pinched or safety guard return
sp rings may be impro perly moun ted.
Certain cleaning agents such as gasoline,
carbon tetrachloride, ammonia, et c. may
damage plastic parts.
Risk of injury to user. The power cord must only
be serviced by a Skil Factory Service Center or
Autho rized Skil Service Station.
WARNING
!
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 chromiu m from chemicallytreated lumber.
Yo ur ri sk from these expo su re s var ie s,
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.
Some dust created by power
sanding, sawing, grinding,
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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.
Symbol Name Designation/Explanation
V Volts Voltage (potential)
A Amperes Current
Hz Hertz Frequency (cycles per second)
W Watt Power
kg Kilograms Weight
min Minutes Time
s Seconds Time
Diameter Size of drill bits, grinding wheels, etc.
n
0
n Rated speed Manufacturers rated speed
.../min Revolutions or reciprocation Revolutions, strokes, surface speed,
0 Off position Zero speed, zero torque...
1, 2, 3, ... Selector settings Speed, torque or position settings.
I, II, III, Higher number means greater speed
No load speed Rotational speed, at no load
per minute orbits etc. per minute
Infinitely variable selector with off Speed is increasing from 0 setting
Arrow Action in the direction of arrow
Alternating current Type or a characteristic of current
Direct current Type or a characteristic of current
Alternating or direct current Type or a characteristic of current
Class II construction Designates Double Insulated
Construction tools.
Earthing terminal Grounding terminal
Warning symbol Alerts user to warning messages
Li-ion RBRC seal Designates Li-ion battery recycling
program
Ni-Cad RBRC seal Designates Ni-Cad battery recycling
program
Read manual symbol Alerts user to read manual
Wear eye protection symbol Alerts user to wear eye protection
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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 tool 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
WARNING
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measures reduce the risk of starting the tool accidentally.
Di sc on ne ct th e p lug from the pow er so ur ce be fo re making any
assembly, adjustments or changing accessories. Such preventive safety
Reciprocating Saw
FIG. 1
BLADE CLAMP
RELEASE LEVER
SAWBLADE
RUBBER
BOOT
VARIABLE
SPEED DIAL
RUBBERIZED GRIP
(Model 9216 only)
ADJUSTABLE
FOOTPLATE
VENTILATION
OPENINGS
POWER INDICATOR LIGHT
(Model 9216 only)
TRIGGER "ON-OFF" SWITCH
HEX WRENCH AND STORAGE
COMPARTMENT
NOTE: For tool specifications refer to the nameplate on your tool.
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Assembly
Preparing the Saw
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 SKIL
blades are available. Be sure to use the proper
blade to insure proper cutting performance.
!
or making any adjustments.
Pull the blade clamp release lever as far as it
will go to open the tool-less clamp; insert the
blade until it stops (Fig. 2).
FIG. 2
BLADE SELECTION
INSTALLING A BLADE
WARNING
Un plug tool f rom po wer
source before changing blade
To l ock the b lade release the lever. The
spring-loaded mechanism will lock the clamp
against the blade (Fig. 3).
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.
WARNING
!
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.
Make sure that the front end
of the blade extends through
FIG. 3
BLADE CLAMP
RELEASE LEVER
Operating Instructions
POWER INDICATOR LIGHT
(Model 9216 only)
Wh en y ou plug yo ur t ool in to t he p ower
source, the power indicator light will go “ON”
indicating the tool is receiving power (Fig. 4).
TRIGGER "ON-OFF" SWITCH
TO TURN THE TOO L "ON" squeeze the
trigger switch. TO TURN THE TOOL "OFF",
release the trigger switch, which is spring
loaded and will return to the "OFF" position
automatically (Fig. 4).
TRIGGER
"ON-OFF"
SWITCH
FIG. 4
POWER
INDICATOR
LIGHT
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Your tool is equipped with a variable speed
VARIABLE SPEED DIAL
dial. The blade stroke rate may be adjusted
during cutting operation by presetting the dial
on or between any one of the six numbers
(Fig. 5).
Setting SPM rating (strokes per minute)
1-2 Low stroke
3-4 Medium stroke
5-6 High stroke
Higher speed settings are generally used for
fast cutting or when softer cutting materials
such as woo d, composi te mate rials, and
plastics. Slower speed settings are generally
used when precision is required or whe n
cutting harder materials. Materials typically cut
using slower speeds include sheet metal,
conduit, and pipe.
FOOTPLATE ADJUSTMENT
The footplate tilts in order to keep as much of
its surface in contact with the work surface
(Fig. 6). To adjust, hold saw firmly and pivot
footplate to desired position.
The footplate can also be locked at desired
depths to optimize blade life and/or to limit
bl ade prot rusio n beyond the end of th e
FIG. 5
VARIABLE
SPEED DIAL
footplate when cutting into large diameter pipe
or into walls.
To adjust the footplate position depth, simply
loosen the two screws in insulated rubber boot
with wrench provided, slide and move the
footplate to the desired position and securely
tighten the screw with the wrench provided
(Fig. 7).
FIG. 6
ADJUSTABLE
FOOTPLATE
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.
Using the Saw
FIG. 7
WARNING
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housing. If you saw into a blind area where
live wiring exists, you may be shocked or
electrocuted.
Always hold the saw by the
insulated boot on the front
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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.
Following a few simple tips will reduce the
SAWING TIPS
wear on th e wo rkpiece, the too l an d th e
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.
WRONG RIGHT
5. When cutting metal:
- Apply a lubricant for easier, smoother,
faster cutting and longer blade life.
- Fo r non-ferrous metal s, 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.
The reciprocating saw can be used to make
POCKET/PLUNGE CUTS
plunge cuts into softer material, (for example,
wood or light building materials for walls),
without a starting hole (Fig. 8).
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
en gage th e mo ving sa w blade into th e
material.
6. After the blade penetrates through the work,
continue sawing along the marked outline.
FIG. 8
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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. 9).
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.
WARNING
!
may create a hazard.
NOTES:
The use of any accessories
not specified in this manual
Maintenance
FIG. 9
Service
WARNING
!
per so n nel may result in misplacing of
inter nal wires and component s wh ich
could caus e s er io us hazar d. We
recomme nd tha t all t ool se rvice be
performed by a Skil Factory Service Center
or Autho rized Skil Service Station.
Your Skil tool has been properly lubricated
and is ready to use. It is recommended that
tools with gears be regreased with a special
gear lubricant at every brush change.
The brushes and commutator in your tool
have been engineered for many hours of
dependa bl e serv ic e. To maintai n p ea k
efficiency of the motor, we recommend every
two to six months the brush es be examined.
On ly gen ui ne Ski l replac e ment brushes
specially designed for your tool should be
used.
Preventive maintenance
performed by unauthorized
TOOL LUBRICATION
CARBON BRUSHES
Cleaning
WARNING
!
th e power su pp ly be fo re cleaning or
performing any main tenance. The tool may
be cleaned most effectively with compressed
dry air. Always wear safety gog gles when
cleaning tools with compressed air.
Ventilation openings and switch levers must
be kept clean and free of foreign matter. Do
not at tempt to clean by inserting pointed
objects through openings.
CAUTION
!
plastic parts. Some of these are: gasoline,
carbon tetrachlo ride, chlo rinated cleaning
solvent s, ammon ia and ho use hold
detergents that contain ammonia.
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To avoid accidents always
dis connect the tool from
Ce rtain cl eaning age nts
and s ol vents da ma ge
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