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20V 7/8" RECIPROCATING SAW 17

TROUBLESHOOTING

Suspected malfunctions are often due to causes that the users can fix themselves. 
Therefore, check the product using this section. In most cases the problem can be solved 
quickly.

 

WARNING:

 Only perform the steps described within these instructions! All further 

inspection, maintenance and repair work must be performed by an authorised service 
centre or a similarly qualified specialist if you cannot solve the problem yourself!

PROBLEM

POSSIBLE CAUSE

CORRECTIVE ACTION

Product does not start.

Battery pack is depleted.

Charge the battery.

Tool is over-loaded.

Release the variable-speed 
trigger switch and try again.

Battery pack is 
overtemperature

Turn off the tool and cool the 
battery pack under air flow.

Battery pack is not installed 
properly.

Confirm battery is locked and 
secured to the tool.

Burned out switch.

Have the tool serviced by an 
Authorized Service Center.

Excessive vibration

Blade is bent.

Discard blade and use 
different blade.

Blade not secure in blade 
holder.

See the section of “Installing 
and Removing the Saw Blade

Cut binds, stalls motor or 
kicks back when cutting

Dull blade with improper 
tooth set.

Discard blade and use a 
different blade.

Tip of blade strikes 
workpiece or inside of pipe.

Do not strike tip of blade 
while cutting and make sure 
that blade is long enough to 
cut through a pipe.

Summary of Contents for HCRS200

Page 1: ...al Number______________________ Purchase Date_______________________ Questions problems missing parts Before returning to your retailer call our customer service department at 1 877 888 1880 8 30 a m...

Page 2: ...ifornia to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm Some examples of these chemicals are Lead from lead based paints Crystalline silica from bricks cement and other masonry products Arsen...

Page 3: ...tool can result in foreign objects being thrown into your eyes which can result in severe eye damage Before beginning power tool operation always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shield...

Page 4: ...the instructions Read the instructions This symbol designates This symbol designates that this tool is listed by that this tool is listed by Underwriters Laboratories to Underwriters Laboratories to...

Page 5: ...ol 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 outdo...

Page 6: ...er 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 Disconnect the plug from the power source and or remove the...

Page 7: ...rom the battery may cause irritation or burns Do not use a battery pack or tool that is damaged or modified Damaged or modified batteries may exhibit unpredictable behaviour resulting in fire explosio...

Page 8: ...d support the workpiece to a stable platform Holding the workpiece by hand or against your body leaves it unstable and may lead to loss of control PREPARATION Before attempting to use the cordless rec...

Page 9: ...ECIPROCATING SAW 9 PACKAGE CONTENTS D F C B A PARTS DESCRIPTION A Pivot shoe B Tool less Blade Clamp Sleeve C Lock off button D Variable Speed Trigger Switch E Shoe Quick Release Button F Wood Cutting...

Page 10: ...direction of the arrow and then hold it in place c Use the other hand to insert the saw blade into the blade clamp as far as possible d Release the tool less blade clamp sleeve and the blade should be...

Page 11: ...mage do not operate the saw without the pivot shoe in place The blade clamp may strike against the workpiece and damage the reciprocating mechanism WARNING Make sure that the front end of the blade ex...

Page 12: ...le serious injury WARNING To prevent accidental starting that could cause serious personal injury always remove the battery pack from the tool when assembling parts This cordless reciprocating saw mus...

Page 13: ...off button perform properly and return to the OFF position when released WARNING Hold the tool only by the plastic handle and the insulated grip area to help prevent electrical shock When sawing into...

Page 14: ...tor vents frequently with a vacuum or with compressed air These materials are highly abrasive and may accelerate the wear on motor bearings and brushes WARNING Always wear safety goggles or safety gla...

Page 15: ...the material that is large enough to fit the saw blade 8 Metal Cutting WARNING Never use the wood cutting blade for cutting metals Failure to do so could result in serious personal injury The saw can...

Page 16: ...h as screws nuts bolts caps etc Securely tighten all fasteners and caps and do not operate this product until all missing or damaged parts are replaced Please contact customer service or an authorized...

Page 17: ...ry Tool is over loaded Release the variable speed trigger switch and try again Battery pack is overtemperature Turn off the tool and cool the battery pack under air flow Battery pack is not installed...

Page 18: ...from defects in material and workmanship If you believe that the cordless Reciprocating Saw is defective at any time during the specified warranty period call HAMMERHEAD support at 1 877 888 1880 to...

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