NOTE
The settings listed are recommended settings for
optimum cutting performance. They may vary de-
pending on the type of saw blade used. Setting the
wrong stroke rate may result in rapid saw blade wear.
See section: 2.4 Stroke rate setting
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Use the plunge cutting technique only on soft mater-
ials. It takes a little practice to start the cut, without
previously drilling a starting hole, by plunging the
blade into the surface while the power tool is run-
ning. This is possible only with short saw blades. For
8. Care and maintenance
CAUTION
Before beginning cleaning, remove the battery from
the power tool in order to prevent unintentional
starting.
8.1 Care and maintenance
Keep the blades clean, especially their connection
ends, in order to ensure trouble‐free operation of the
blade holder.
Keep the blade holder clean.
The power tool has been adequately lubricated during
assembly. After a long period of heavy use it is
recommended that the power tool is inspected by
Hilti. This will help to extend the life of the power tool
and avoid unnecessary repair costs.
8.2 Care of the power tool
The outer casing of the power tool is made from
impact‐resistant plastic. Sections of the grip are made
from a synthetic rubber material.
Never operate the power tool when the ventilation
slots are blocked. Clean the ventilation slots carefully
using a dry brush. Do not permit foreign objects to
enter the interior of the power tool. Clean the outside
of the power tool at regular intervals with a slightly
plunge cutting, the power tool may be used either in
the normal position or in the reversed position.
1. Bring the forward edge of the contact shoe into
contact with the surface of the material to be cut.
2. Press the transport lock and then press the control
switch.
3. Press the forward edge of the contact shoe against
the surface and begin the plunge action by slowly
increasing the angle of attack. To prevent stalling,
it is important that the power tool is running
before the saw blade is brought into contact with
the surface.
4. Once the saw blade has penetrated right through
the material, bring the power tool into the normal
working position (contact shoe flush with the
workpiece) and then continue sawing along the
cutting line.
damp cloth. Do not use a spray, steam pressure
cleaning equipment or running water for cleaning.
This may negatively affect the electrical safety of the
power tool. Always keep the grip surfaces of the
power tool free from oil and grease. Do not use
cleaning agents which contain silicone.
8.3 Maintenance
WARNING
Repairs to the electrical section of the power tool
may be carried out only by trained electrical spe-
cialists.
Check all external parts of the power tool for damage
at regular intervals and check that all controls operate
faultlessly. Do not operate the power tool if parts
are damaged or when the controls do not function
faultlessly. If necessary, the power tool should be
repaired by Hilti Service.
8.4 Checking the power tool after care and
maintenance
After carrying out care and maintenance work on
the power tool, check that all protective and safety
devices are fitted and that they function faultlessly.
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