Panasonic Ey3544 Operating Instructions Manual

Cordless Reciprocating Saw
Operating Instructions
Model No: EY3544
IMPORTANT
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. GENERAL SAFE-
TY RULES - FOR 
ALL BATTERY 
OPERATED TOOLS
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 INSTRUCTIONS
Work Area
 1) Keep your work area clean and well lit. Cluttered  benches  and  dark  areas invite accidents.
 2) D o   n o t   o p e r a t e   p o w e r   t o o l s   i n  explosive  atmospheres,  such  as in  the  presence  of  flammable...

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ing the tool. S u c h   p r e v e n t i v e   s a f e t y   m e a s u r e s  reduce  the  risk  of  starting  the  tool accidentally.
 16) Store  idle  tools  out  of  reach  of  chil-dren and other untrained persons.  Tools  are  dangerous  in  the  hands  of untrained users.
 17) When  battery  pack  is  not  in  use, k e e p   i t   a w a y   f r o m   o t h e r   m e t a l  objects like: paper clips, coins, keys, nails,  screws,  or  other  small  metal objects  that  can  make  a...

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before removing the blade from the workpiece.
 13) Do  not  touch  the  blade  or  work-piece  immediately  after  operation; t h e y   m a y   b e   e x t r e m e l y   h o t   a n d  could burn your skin.
 14) Some  material  contains  chemicals which  may  be  toxic.  Take  caution to  prevent  working  dust  inhalation and  skin  contact.  Follow  material supplier safety data.
 15) When  working  on  a  ladder  or  on scaffolding  be  sure  to  lay  the  tool down on its side when not...

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 8) Do  not  operate  charger  with  dam-aged  cord  or  plug   have  qualified serviceman replace them immediately.
 9) Do  not  operate  charger  if  it  has  re-ceived a sharp blow, been dropped, or otherwise damaged in any way; take it to a qualified serviceman. 
 10) Do not disassemble charger; take it to a  qualified  serviceman  when  service or  repair  is  required.  Incorrect  reas-sembly  may  result  in  a  risk  of  electric shock or fire.
 11) To  reduce  the  risk  of...

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. FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION
(F)
(C)
(B)
(D)(E)
(A)
(I)
(G)
(J)
(H)(K)
(A)Battery pack (EY9251)(G)Blade clamp
(B)Trigger switch(H)Slider
(C)Switch lock lever(I)Battery charger (EY0110)
(D)Shoe(J)Saw blade
(E)Shoe lock lever(K)Blade clamp sleeve
(F)Insulated rubber boot 

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.  ASSEMBLY
WARNING:To  reduce  the  risk  of  injury,  always remove  battery  pack  before  chang-ing the blade.
Selecting a blade
The  blade  clamp  sleeve  can  be  used with  all  1/2"  shank  universal  reciprocat-ing saw blade. When selecting a blade, choose the right type and length.
C h o o s e   a   l e n g t h   l o n g   e n o u g h   t o  extend  beyond  the  shoe  and  your work throughout the stroke. Do not use blades  less  than 3-9/16"  (90  mm) long since  they...

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. OPERATION
Hold  tool  by  the  insulated  gripping surfaces  when  performing  an  oper-ation  where  the  cutting  tool  may contact hidden wiring.
A l w a y s   w e a r   s a f e t y   g o g g l e s   o r  glasses with side shields.
Adjusting shoe
When  the  blade  loses  its  cutting  effi-ciency  in  one  place  along  its  cutting edge,  reposition  the  shoe  to  utilize  a sharp,  unused  portion  of  its  cutting edge. This will help to lengthen the life of  the  blade.  To...

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cutting metal.
•  Always use a suitable coolant (cut-ting  oil)  when  cutting  metal.  Fail-ure  to  do  so  will  cause  premature blade wear.
•  If  the  tool  is  operated  continuously u n t i l   t h e   b a t t e r y   p a c k   h a s   d i s-charged,  allow  the  tool  to  rest  for 15  minutes  before  proceeding  with a fresh battery pack.
P r e s s   t h e   s h o e   f i r m l y   a g a i n s t   t h e  workpiece.  Do  not  allow  the  tool  to bounce. Bring the blade into light...

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. LAMP INDICATIONS
Red Flashing
Red Lit
Green Flashing quickly
Orange Lit
Orange Flashing
Charger is plugged into the AC outlet. Ready to charge.
Now charging
Charging is completed.
Battery pack is warm. Charging will beginwhen temperature of battery pack drops.
Charging is not possible. Clogged with dust or malfunction of the battery pack.
. MAINTENANCE
CAUTION: Always  be  sure  that  the  tool  is  switched  off  and  the  battery  pack  is removed before attempting to perform...