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Flush-To Cutting (Fig. L)
The compact design of the saw motor housing and spindle
housing permits extremely close cutting to floors, corners
and other difficult areas.
FIG. L
Pocket/Plunge Cutting – Wood Only
(Fig. M)
The initial step in pocket cutting is to measure the surface
area to be cut and mark clearly with a pencil, chalk or
scriber. Use the appropriate blade for the application. The
blade should be longer than 3–1/2" (89 mm) and should
extend past the shoe and the thickness of the workpiece
during the cut. Insert blade in blade clamp.
Next, tip the saw backward until the back edge of the shoe
is resting on the work surface and the blade clears the work
surface (position 1, Fig. M). Now switch motor on, and allow
saw to come up to speed. Grip saw firmly with both hands
and begin a slow, deliberate upward swing with the handle
of the saw, keeping the bottom of the shoe firmly in contact
with the workpiece (position 2, Fig. M). Blade will begin
to feed into material. Always be sure blade is completely
through material before continuing with pocket cut.
nOTE:
In areas where blade visibility is limited, use the edge
of the saw shoe as a guide. Lines for any given cut should be
extended beyond edge of cut to be made.
1
2
FIG. M
1. STARTING POSITION FOR POCKET CUTTING
2. ROCK TOOL UP TO NORMAL CUTTING POSITION
AFTER BLADE HAS CUT THROUGH MATERIAL.
Metal Cutting (Fig. N)
Your saw has different metal cutting capacities depending
upon type of blade used and the metal to be cut. Use a
finer blade for ferrous metals and a coarse blade for non-
ferrous materials. In thin gauge sheet metals it is best to
clamp wood to both sides of sheet. This will insure a clean
cut without excess vibration or tearing of metal. Always
remember not to force cutting blade as this reduces blade
life and causes costly blade breakage.
nOTE:
It is generally recommended that when cutting
metals you should spread a thin film of oil or other lubricant
along the line ahead of the saw cut for easier operation and
longer blade life.
FIG. N
MAINTENANCE
WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal
injury, turn unit off and remove the battery pack
before making any adjustments or removing/
installing attachments or accessories.
An
accidental start-up can cause injury.
Cleaning
WARNING:
Blow dirt and dust out of all air vents with
clean, dry air at least once a week. To minimize the risk
of eye injury, always wear ANSI Z87.1 approved eye
protection when performing this.
WARNING:
Never use solvents or other harsh
chemicals for cleaning the non-metallic parts of
the tool. These chemicals may weaken the plastic
materials used in these parts. Use a cloth dampened
only with water and mild soap. Never let any liquid
get inside the tool; never immerse any part of the tool
into a liquid.
Accessories
WARNING:
Since accessories, other than those
offered by
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WALT
, have not been tested with this
product, use of such accessories with this tool could be
hazardous. To reduce the risk of injury, only
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WALT
recommended accessories should be used with
this product.
Recommended accessories for use with your tool
are available at extra cost from your local dealer or
authorized service center. If you need assistance in
