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Page 3 - GENERAL SAFETY RULES; ELECTRICAL SAFETY

3 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 personal injury. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONSWORK AREA n Keep your work area clean and well lit. Cluttered benches and dark areas invite...

Page 4 - SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES; SERVICE

4 n Hold power tool by insulated gripping surfaces when performing an operation where the cutting tool 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. n Use clamps or other practical way to secure and supp...

Page 5 - SYMBOLS

5 SYMBOLS Some of the following symbols may be used on this tool. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the tool better and safer. Read The Operator’s Manual Safety Alert No Hands Symbol No Hands Symbol No Hands Symbol No Hands Sy...

Page 6 - SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

6 SYMBOLS The following signal words and meanings are intended to explain the levels of risk associated with this product. Indicates an imminently hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, c...

Page 7 - DOUBLE INSULATION; ELECTRICAL CONNECTION; EXTENSION CORDS; ELECTRICAL

7 DOUBLE INSULATION Double insulation is a concept in safety in electric power tools, which eliminates the need for the usual three-wire grounded power cord. All exposed metal parts are isolated from the internal metal motor components with protecting insulation. Double insulated tools do not need t...

Page 8 - FEATURES

8 FEATURES PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Input .................................................................................................................................. 120 V, 60 Hz, AC Only, 11.0 AmpsSwitch..............................................................................................

Page 9 - ASSEMBLY; APPLICATIONS

9 WARNING: If any parts are missing do not operate this tool until the missing parts are replaced. Failure to do so could result in possible serious personal injury. WARNING: Do not attempt to modify this tool or create accessories not recommended for use with this tool. Any such alteration or modif...

Page 10 - OPERATION; TO INSTALL BLADE

10 ® � ® OPERATION TO INSTALL BLADE See Figure 2. n Unplug the saw. WARNING: The tool should never be connected to a power supply when you are assembling parts, making adjustments, cleaning, performing maintenance, or when the tool is not in use. Disconnecting the tool will prevent accidental starti...

Page 11 - GENERAL CUTTING; PLUNGE CUTTING

11 OPERATION WARNING: Cutting into electrical wiring in walls can cause metal surfaces of the saw to become electrically live. Do not touch metal parts when cutting into a wall; grasp only the insulated gripping surfaces provided on the tool. Make sure hidden electrical wiring, water pipes, and mech...

Page 12 - METAL CUTTING; MAINTENANCE; GENERAL MAINTENANCE

12 Fig. 7 OPERATION METAL CUTTING See Figure 7. Metals such as sheet steel, pipe, steel rods, aluminum, brass, and copper may be cut with the saw. Be careful not to twist or bend the saw blade. Do not force. We recommend using cutting oil when cutting most soft metals and steel. Cutting oil will als...

Page 13 - BRUSH REPLACEMENT

13 ® MAINTENANCE BRUSH REPLACEMENT See Figure 8. NOTE: The reciprocating saw is equipped with externally accessible brushes. n Unplug the saw. WARNING: Failure to unplug the tool could result in accidental starting causing possible serious injury. NOTE: Brush caps (2) are located on the top and bott...

Page 14 - NOTES

Page 15 - WARRANTY

15 WARRANTY Proof of purchase must be presented when requesting war-ranty service. Limited to RIDGID ® hand held and stationary power tools purchased 2/1/04 and after. This product is manufactured by One World Technologies, Inc. The trademark is licensed from RIDGID, Inc. All warranty communications...

Page 16 - Customer Service Information:; OPERATOR’S MANUAL; RECIPROCATING SAW

Customer Service Information: For parts or service, contact your nearest RIDGID authorized service center. Be sure to provide all relevant information when you call or visit. For the location of the authorized service center nearest you, please call 1-866-539-1710 or visit us online at www.ridgid.co...