Harbor Freight Tools 3.5 Amp Heavy Duty Electric Cutout Tool Product manual
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1. 1 4 Collet 19 Collet Cap 20 P y 1 8 Collet 19 _ amp REV 07 SKU 42831 Page 4 Replace the depth gauge Bracket 21 and retighten Stud Screw 23 Mark the surface of the material to be cut 6 Adjust the depth gauge Bracket 21 by loosening Stud Screws 22 then adjusting the Bracket Head 33 in or out until the cutting bit protrudes out slightly over the thickness of the material being cut Retighten Stud Screws 7 Plug the Cutout Tool Line Cord 28 into an electrical outlet The Cutout Tool is ready to use 8 With one hand grasp the Handle 2 Place the other hand on the Cutout Tool body 9 Using your thumb press the sliding Switch 24 forward to turn ON 10 Drill a starter hole on the cut line 11 With the Bracket flush against the material begin moving the Cutout Tool slowly along the cutout line 12 When the cut is complete slide the Switch to the Off position Caution Do not set the Cutout Tool down until the Motor has stopped turning Do not leave the tool plugged in when notin use Do not leave the tool in the ON position when not in use Direction of Feed Feed work into a blade or cutter against the direction or rotation of the blade or cutter only Caution Before each use check for damaged parts Check for alignment of moving parts and binding of moving parts Always check for breakage of parts mounting prob lems or any other condition that may affect a tool s operation2. Maintenance 1 Wipe the Cutout Tool with a clean cloth after every use 2 Periodically blow out the Motor vent holes with compressed air to prevent the buildup of dust and particles Periodically wipe the Collets and Cutting Bits with a light oil to prevent rust 4 Over time if the performance of the tool diminishes or it stops working completely it may be necessary to replace the Motor Carbon Brush Assembly 11 WARNING For your safety service and maintenance should be performed regularly by a qualified technician REV 07j SKU 42831 Page 5 Parts List item Description _ aty Te femra a mer Cowes Pao 2 er e Collet 1 8 and 1 4 Csr fsuaseew a NOTE Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only and are not available individually as replacement parts SKU 42831 Page 6 Assembly Drawing PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY THE MANUFACTURER AND OR DISTRIBUTOR HAS PROVIDED THE PARTS DIAGRAM IN THIS MANUAL AS A REFERENCE TOOL ONLY NEITHER THE MANUFACTURER NOR DISTRIBU TOR MAKES ANY REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY OF ANY KIND TO THE BUYER THAT HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED TO MAKE ANY REPAIRS TO THE PRODUCT OR THAT HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED TO REPLACE ANY PARTS OF THE PRODUCT IN FACT THE MANUFACTURER AND OR DISTRIBUTOR EXPRESSLY STATES THAT ALL REPAIRS AND PARTS REPLACEMENTS SHOULD BE UNDERTAKEN BY CERTIFIED AND LICENSED TECHNICIANS AND NOT BY THE BUYER THE BUYER ASSUMES ALL RISK AND LIABILITY ARISING OU
3. at our election or we may elect to refund the purchase price if we cannot readily and quickly provide you with a replacement We will return repaired products at our expense but if we determine there is no defect or that the defect resulted from causes not within the scope of our warranty then you must bear the cost of returning the product This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state 3491 Mission Oaks Blvd PO Box 6009 Camarillo CA 93011 800 444 3353 REV 07j SKU 42831 Page 8
4. CHICAGO dea ited POWer Tools CUTOUT TOOL MAT 42831 ASSEMBLY and OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Distributed Exclusively by Harbor Freight Tools 3491 Mission Oaks Blvd Camarillo CA 93011 Visit our Web site at http www harborfreight com Copyright 2000 by Harbor Freight Tools All rights reserved No portion of this manual or any artwork contained herein may be reproduced in any shape or form without the express written consent of Harbor Freight Tools For technical questions and replacement parts please call 1 800 444 3353 Specifications 1 2 min to 1 5 16 max inches depth 3 1 2 D x 11 1 2 H inches Save This Manual You will need the manual for the safety warnings and precautions assembly instructions operating and maintenance procedures parts list and diagram Keep your invoice with this manual Write the invoice number on the inside of the front cover Keep the manual and invoice in a safe and dry place for future reference Safety Warnings and Precautions WARNING When using tool basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of personal injury and damage to equipment Read all instructions before using this tool 1 2 Keep work area clean Cluttered areas invite injuries Observe work area conditions Do not use machines or power tools in damp or wet locations Don t expose to rain Keep work area well lighted Do not use electrically powered tools in the pr
5. T OF HIS OR HER REPAIRS TO THE ORIGINAL PRODUCT OR REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO OR ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER INSTALLATION OF REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO SKU 42831 Page 7 LIMITED 90 DAY WARRANTY Harbor Freight Tools Co makes every effort to assure that its products meet high quality and durability standards and warrants to the original purchaser that this product is free from defects in materials and workmanship for the period of 90 days from the date of purchase This warranty does not apply to damage due directly or indirectly to misuse abuse negligence or accidents repairs or alterations outside our facilities criminal activity improper installation normal wear and tear or to lack of maintenance We shall in no event be liable for death injuries to persons or property or for incidental contingent special or consequential damages arising from the use of our product Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitation of exclusion may not apply to you THIS WARRANTY IS EXPRESSLY IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESS OR IMPLIED INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS To take advantage of this warranty the product or part must be returned to us with transportation charges prepaid Proof of purchase date and an explanation of the complaint must accompany the merchandise If our inspection verifies the defect we will either repair or replace the product
6. a and work with approved safety equipment such as those dust masks that are specially designed to filter out microscopic particles California Health amp Safety Code 25249 5 et seq Warning The warnings cautions and instructions discussed in this instruction manual cannot cover all possible conditions and situations that may occur It must be under stood by the operator that common sense and caution are factors which cannot be built into this product but must be supplied by the operator Unpacking When unpacking check to make sure the following parts are included Cutout Tool two Collets and Collet Wrench If any parts are missing or broken please call Harbor Freight Tools at the number on the cover of this manual as soon as possible Operation The Cutout Tool is used to make clean unique shape cuts into drywall and thin woods etc doing minimum tearing of the material edges Cutting Bits for this tool are not included 1 Loosen Stud Screw 23 enough to remove the Bracket 21 depth gauge from the Cutout Tool 2 Using the Collet Wrench 32 loosen the Collet Cap 20 while pressing in on the Spindle Lock Push Button 3 Insert the Cutting Bit not supplied into the Collet If the Cutting Bit does not easily fit into the 1 8 inch Collet remove the Collet Cap and pull out the existing Collet Replace with the 1 4 inch Collet and screw in the Collet Cap again Spindle Lock Push Button Motor 15 Spindle
7. ermine if your judgment or reflexes are impaired while taking drugs If there is any doubt do not operate the tool Use proper size and type extension cord If an extension cord is required it must be of the proper size and type to supply the correct current to the tool without heating up Otherwise the extension cord could melt and catch fire or cause electrical damage to the tool This tool requires use of an extension cord of 0 to 10 amps capatibility up to 50 feet with wire size rated at 18 AWG Longer extension cords require larger size wire If you are using the tool outdoors use an extension cord rated for outdoor use signified by WA on the jacket WARNING People with pacemakers should consult their physician s before use Electromagnetic fields in close proximity to heart pacemaker could cause pacemaker interference or pacemaker failure REV 07 SKU 42831 Page 3 WARNING Some dust created by power sanding sawing grinding drilling and other construction activities contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm Some examples of these chemicals are Lead from lead based paints Crystalline silica from bricks and cement or other masonry products Arsenic and chromium from chemically treated lumber Your risk from these exposures varies depending on how often you do this type of work To reduce your exposure to these chemicals work in a well ventilated are
8. esence of flammable gases or liquids Keep children away Children must never be allowed in the work area Do not let them handle machines tools or extension cords Store idle equipment When not in use tools must be stored in a dry location to inhibit rust Always lock up tools and keep out of reach of children Do not force tool It will do the job better and more safely at the rate for which it was intended Do not use inappropriate attachments in an attempt to exceed the tool capacity Use the right tool for the job Do not attempt to force a small tool or attachment to do the work of a larger industrial tool There are certain applications for which this tool was designed Do not modify this tool and do not use this tool for a purpose for which it was not intended SKU 42831 Page 2 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 Dress properly Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry as they can be caught in moving parts Protective electrically non conductive clothes and non skid footwear are recommended when working Wear restrictive hair covering to contain long hair Use eye and ear protection Always wear ANSI approved impact safety goggles Wear a full face shield if you are producing metal filings or wood chips Wear an ANSI approved dust mask or respirator when working around metal wood and chemical dusts and mists Do not overreach Keep proper footing and balance at all times Do not reach over or acr
9. oss running machines Disconnect power Unplug tool when not in use Remove adjusting keys and wrenches Check that keys and adjusting wrenches are removed from the tool or machine work surface before plugging it in Avoid unintentional starting Be sure the switch is in the Off position when not in use and before plugging in Do not carry any tool with your finger on the trigger whether it is plugged in or not Stay alert Watch what you are doing use common sense Do not operate any tool when you are tired Take caution as some woods contain preservatives such as copper chromium arsenate CCA which can be toxic When cutting these materials extra care should be taken to avoid inhalation and minimize skin contact Check for damaged parts Before using any tool any part that appears damaged should be carefully checked to determine that it will operate properly and perform its intended function Check for alignment and binding of moving parts any broken parts or mounting fixtures and any other condition that may affect proper operation Any part that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced by a qualified technician Do not use the tool if any switch does not turn On and Off properly Guard against electric shock Prevent body contact with grounded surfaces such as pipes radiators ranges and refrigerator enclosures Do not operate tool if under the influence of alcohol or drugs Read warning labels on prescriptions to det
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