Reciprocating Saw Model CR 13VBY Handling instructions NOTE: Before using this Electric Power Tool, carefully read through these HANDLING INSTRUCTIONS to ensure efficient, safe operation. It is recommended that these INSTRUCTIONS be kept readily available as an important reference when using this power tool.
Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the Symbols risk of electric shock. When symbols are used on the machine, refer to the f) If operating a power tool in a damp location is followings to understand the meaning. unavoidable, use a residual current device (RCD) V ....
f) Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. PRECAUTION Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting Keep children and infirm persons away. edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control. When not in use, tools should be stored out of reach of children g) Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc.
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Lever Front cover (5) Pull the back of the saw blade two or three times by hand and check that the blade is securely mounted. When pulling the blade, you will know it is properly mounted if it clicks and the lever moves slightly. (Fig.
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(1) Press a pushbutton. When you do this, a base lever MAINTENANCE AND INSPECTION OF SAW BLADE will jump out to prepare the base for adjustment. MOUNT (Fig. 11) Push button (1) After use, blow away sawdust, earth, sand, moisture, etc., with air or brush them away with a brush, etc., to ensure that the blade mount can function smoothly.
Straight cutting Change lever Switch trigger Fig. 15 (2) Swing cutting Graduation Dial You can perform swing cutting by setting the change Fig. 14 lever lengthways. Swing cutting should normally be performed when cutting soft materials such as wood, (1) If you pull the trigger further in, the speed of the blade etc.
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Select a saw blade of the most appropriate length. To maximize cutting efficiency for the materials you Ideally, the length protruding from the base of the are using and working conditions, adjust the speed saw blade after subtracting the stroke quantity should of the saw blade and the switching to swing cutting.
4. Plunge cutting With this tool, you can perform plunge cutting on plywood panels and thin board materials. You can carry out pocket cutting quite easily with the saw blade installed in reverse as illustrated in Fig. 24, Fig. 26, and Fig.
For your continued safety and electrical shock No. 132 All purposes — protection, carbon brush inspection and replacement on this tool should ONLY be performed by a Hitachi Authorized Service Center. NOTE 5. Replacing supply cord Nos. 101 – No. 132 Bl-METAL blades are sold separately If the supply cord of Tool is damaged, the Tool must as optional accessories.
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6. Service parts list CAUTION Repair, modification and inspection of Hitachi Power Tools must be carried out by an Hitachi Authorized Service Center. This Parts List will be helpful if presented with the tool to the Hitachi Authorized Service Center when requesting repair or other maintenance.
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Hitachi Koki Co., Ltd. Shinagawa Intercity Tower A, 15-1, Konan 2-chome, Minato-ku, Tokyo, Japan Code No. C99157112 F Printed in China...