Kobalt K12RS-06A, User Manual

10

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS                                                  

GENERAL CUTTING (Fig. 8) 

WARNING: 

Before connecting the tool to a power 

source, always check to determine that the switch 

performs properly and returns 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. You may encounter electrical wiring when sawing 

into walls or floors. Sawing into a “live” wire will cause 

electric shock.
1.    Unplug the saw from the power source.
2.    Make sure that the workpiece is firmly clamped in 

place.

3.    Use the appropriate type and size of blade for the 

workpiece material and size.

4.    Adjust the shoe as necessary to make sure that the blade will extend beyond the workpiece at 

all times.

5.    Adjust the shoe as necessary to expose unworn blade teeth for longer blade life.
6.    Check for clearance behind the workpiece so that the blade will not impact another surface.
7.    Mark the line of cut clearly. If cutting metal, apply cutting oil to the line.
8.    Connect the saw to an electrical outlet.
9.    Hold the saw firmly with both hands. Make sure to keep your hands on the insulated gripping 

areas only.

10.  Depress the trigger switch to start the saw. Bring it to the maximum desired cutting speed before 

applying the blade to the workpiece.

11.  Place the shoe firmly on the workpiece while cutting. Use only enough steady pressure on the 

blade to keep the saw cutting; do not force the tool.

12.  Reduce pressure as the blade comes to the end of the cut.
13.  Allow the saw to come to a complete stop before removing the blade from the workpiece.
14.  If sawing fiberglass, plaster, wallboard, or spackling compound, clean the motor vents frequently 

with a vacuum or compressed air. These materials are highly abrasive and may accelerate the 

wear on motor bearings and brushes.

WARNING: 

Do not allow familiarity with the saw to make you careless. One careless fraction of a 

second is enough to inflict serious injury.

NOTE: 

Cutting speeds should vary with the workpiece. Hard materials, such as metals, require 

lower speeds; for softer materials use higher speeds.

8