MasterForce 241-0440 Operator's Manual

Operator’s Manual18 Volt Lithium-Ion Portable Band SawModel No. 241-0440IMPORTANT :WARNING! To reduce the risk of injury, user must read instruction m

10technician at a Service Center when service or repair is required. Incorrect reassembly may result in a risk of electric shock or fire. Unplug the c

11SPECIFICATIONSMotor 18 Volt DCNo Load Blade Speed 550FPMBlade dimension 28-13/16“ Length1/2” Width.020“ ThicknessCutting capacity Round piece Dia. 2

12during shipping. Do not discard the packing material until you have carefully inspected and satisfactorily operated the tool.PACKING LISTPortable b

13To turn the tool OFF, release the switch trigger. INSTALLING A SAW BLADE (FIG.4-6) WARNING! To prevent personal injury, always remove the batter

14TYPICAL APPLICATION (Fig.7)1. Keep the blade off the workpiece until the motor has reached the selected speed. 2. Start cutting on a surface where

15of the tool over time. Use clean damp cloths to wipe the tool. Check the state of all electrical cables. Keep the motor air openings free from oi

16WARRANTYIf, during normal use, this MASTERFORCETM power tool breaks or fails due to a defect in material or workmanship within three years from the

2TABLE OF CONTENTSSafety Symbols ...page 2Safety Instruct

3CAUTION:Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.CAUTION:(Without Sa

4Wet Conditions AlertDo not expose to rain or use in damp locations.Read The Operator’s ManualTo reduce the risk of injury, user must read operator’s

5WORK AREA SAFETY Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents. Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres,

6Protective equipment such as dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection used for appropriate conditions will reduce personal i

7 Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control.

8DANCER! Blades coast after saw is switched off. Hold tool by insulated gripping surfaces (handles) when performing an operation where the cutting to

9Water entering the charger will increase the risk of electric shock. Use of an attachment not recommended or sold by the battery-charger manufacture