Altrocraft 241-9847 User manual

241-9847
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Operator’s Manual
6.0 AMP RECIPROCATING SAW
For questions/comments,technical assistance or repair parts
Please call toll free at:1-866-915-8626(M-F 9am-5pm EST)

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING: When using electric tools, machines or equipment, basic safety
precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric
shock, and personal injury.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS TOOL
1. KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas invite injuries.
2. CONSIDER WORK AREA ENVIRONMENT. Don’t use power tools in damp,
wet, or poorly lit locations. Don’t expose your tool to rain. Keep the work area
well lit. Don’t use tools in the presence of flammable gases or liquids.
3. KEEP CHILDREN AND BYSTANDERS AWAY. All children should be kept
away from the work area. Don’t let them handle machines, tools or extension
cords.
Visitors can be a distraction and are difficult to protect from injury.
4. GROUNDED TOOLS must be plugged into an outlet that itself is properly
installed and grounded. Grounding provides a low-resistance path to carry
electricity away from the operator. Should the tool malfunction electrically.
Do not remove the grounding prong from the plug or alter the plug in any way
If in doubt as to whether the outlet is properly grounded according to code,
check with a qualified electrician.
5. OBSERVE PROPER PRECAUTIONS REGARDING DOUBLE INSULA-
TION. This tool is double insulated. It is equipped with a polarized plug.
One blade is wider than the other, so it will fit into a polarized outlet only one
way. If you have difficulty inserting the plug, try reversing it. If it still doesn’t
fit , do not alter the plug; have a qualified electrician install a polarized outlet.
6. GUARD AGAINST ELECTRIC SHOCK. Prevent body contact with grounded
surfaces: pipes, radiators, ranges, and refrigerator enclosures. When your
body is grounded the risk of electric shock increases. When working wher-
ever “live” electrical wires may be encountered, try to ascertain whether
there is a danger of shock. Even so, DO NOT TOUCH ANY METAL PARTS
OF THE TOOL while using it. Hold the tool only by the plastic grip to prevent
electric shock if you contact a live wire.
7. DO NOT ABUSE THE CORD. Never carry your tool by the cord or pull on
the cord to unplug it. Protect the cord from potential sources of damage:
heat, oil & solvents, sharp edges, or moving parts. Replace damaged cords
immediately.
8. WHEN WORKING OUTDOORS, USE AN OUTDOOR-RATED EXTENSION
CORD. An extension cord rated for outdoor use must be marked “W-A” or
“W”.
9. DO NOT EXPOSE ELECTRICAL POWER TOOLS TO MOISTURE. Rain or
wet conditions can cause water to enter the tool and lead to electric shock.
10. ENSURE THE EXTENSION CORD YOU USE IS OF SUFFICIENT GAUGE
FOR ITS LENGTH.
11. STORE IDLE EQUIPMENT. Store equipment in a dry area to inhibit rust.
Equipment also should be in a high location or locked up to keep out of
reach of children.
12. DON’T FORCE THE TOOL. It will do the job better and more safely at the
rate for which it was intended.
13. USE THE RIGHT TOOL. Don’t force a small tool or attachment to do the
work of a larger industrial tool. Don’t use a tool for a purpose for which it was
not intended.
14. DRESS PROPERLY. Don’t wear loose clothing or jewelry; they can be
caught in moving parts. Protective, non-electrically conductive gloves and
non-skid footwear are recommended when working. Wear protective hair
covering to contain long hair and keep it from harm.
Recommended Minimum Wire Gauge for Extension Cords
Amps from Tool Nameplate 25’ length 50’ length 75’ length 100’ length 150’ length 200’ length
0-5 amps 16 ga. 16 ga. 16 ga. 14 ga. 12 ga. 12 ga.
5.1-8 amps 16 ga. 16 ga. 14 ga. 12 ga. 10 ga. Do Not Use
8.1-12 amps 14 ga. 14 ga. 12 ga. 10 ga. Do Not Use Do Not Use
12.1-15 amps 12 ga. 12 ga. 10 ga. 10 ga. Do Not Use Do Not Use
15.1-20 amps 10 ga. 10 ga. 10 ga. Do Not Use Do Not Use Do Not Use

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15. USE EYE PROTECTION. Use a full-face mask if the work you’re doing
produces metal filings, dust or wood chips. Goggles are acceptable in other
situations. Wear a clean dust mask if the work involves creating a lot of fine
or coarse dust.
16. SECURE WORK. Use clamps or a vise to hold the work. It’s safer than using
your hands and it frees both hands to operate the tool.
17. DON’T OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. Do not
reach over or across machines that are running.
18. MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep tools sharp and clean for better and
safer performance. Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories.
For safe performance,Keep handles dry, clean and free from oil and grease.
19. AVOID UNINTENTIONAL STARTING. Be sure the switch is in the OFF posi-
tion before plugging in.
20. ALWAYS CHECK AND MAKE SURE TO REMOVE ANY ADJUSTING KEYS
OR WRENCHES before turning the tool on. Left attached, these parts can fly
off a moving part and result in personal injury.
21. DO NOT USE THE TOOL IF IT CANNOT BE SWITCHED ON OR OFF.
Have your tool repaired before using it.
22. DISCONNECT THE PLUG FROM POWER BEFORE MAKING ANY AD -
JUSTMENTS. Changing attachments or accessories can be dangerous if
the tool could accidentally start.
23. STAY ALERT. Watch what you are doing & use common sense. Don’t operate
any tool when you are tired.
24. CHECK FOR DAMAGED PARTS. Before using this tool, any part that is
damaged should be carefully checked to determine that it will operate prop-
erly and perform its intended function. Check for alignment of moving parts,
binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, mountings, and other conditions
that may affect its operation. Inspect screws and tighten any ones that are
loose. Any part that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced by
an authorized service center unless otherwise indicated elsewhere in the in-
struction manual.Have defective switches replaced by an authorized service
center. Don’t use the tool if switch does not turn it on and off properly.
25. REPLACEMENT PARTS. When servicing, use only identical replacement
parts.
26. SERVICE AND REPAIRS should be made by qualified repair technicians at
an authorized repair center. Improperly repaired tools could cause serious
shock or injury
1. GUARD AGAINST ELECTRIC SHOCK. When cutting wherever “live” electri-
cal wires may be encountered, hold the tool only by the plastic handle and
the rubber grip at the front of the tool to prevent electric shock. DO NOT
TOUCH ANY METAL PARTS OF THE TOOL. If you contact a live wire, the
exposed metal of the saw becomes live as well, and can cause a severe shock
2.
DO NOT START THE SAW WITH THE BLADE IN CONTACT WITH ANY
SURFACE. The reciprocating action will cause the saw to bounce violently
and could cause injury.
3.
LET THE SAW COME TO A STOP before putting it down. The reciprocat-
ing action could cause the saw to jerk violently if the blade comes in contact
with any objects.
WARNING: The warnings, cautions, and instructions detailed in this manual
cannot cover all possible conditions and situations that occur. It must be
understood by the operator that COMMON SENSE AND CAUTION ARE
FACTORS that cannot be built into this product, but MUST BE SUPPLIED
BY THE OPERATOR.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS FOR RECIPROCATING SAW
4.
Always wear safety glasses or goggles, normal prescription eye or sunglasses
are not safety glasses.
5.
Do not cut nails or screws unless you are using a blade specifically designed
for this purpose, Inspect your material before cutting.
Before switching on the tool, be sure the blade is not contacting the work piece.
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SPECIFICATIONS
1 wood cutting blade
1 hex key
1 set of spare carbon brushes
Current rating: 6.0 Amps
No load speed: 0-2700 SPM
Stroke length: 7/8 inch (22mm)
BLADES
Your reciprocating saw is designed to accept Standard Reciprocating Saw
Blades. Note the the shape of the ends of the blades supplied with your tool.
Check to ensure that any blades you use on this saw are designed for the task.
WARNING: Before installing or removing saw blade, turn off the power switch
and disconnect the plug from the power source.
INSTALLING A SAW BLADE
WARNING: Before you plug in the power cord, always pull on the blade
to ensure it is firmly held in the blade clamp. Failure to do so may result in
serious injury.
RUNNING THE RECIPROCATING SAW
FUNCTION DESCRIPTION
OPERATING PROCEDURES
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Rated voltage: 120 volts, 60Hz
Reciprocating Saw
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1. Blade
2. Pivot shoe
3. Quick-release blade clamp
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On/off trigger switch
1. Unplug the power cord first.
2. Rotate the Quick-release blade clamp (3) counterclockwise by hand
3. At the same time push the blade (1) to the deepest position, then release
the quick-release blade clamp, make sure it is securely fastened.
NOTE: Always check that the power supply corresponds to the voltage on the rating
name plate.
SWITCH ON AND OFF
1. Connect the plug to the power supply.
2. Pull the trigger switch (4) and press the lock-on button (5).
Lock-on button
3. When you release the trigger switch(4), the saw turns off.
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OPERATING PROCEDURES
SPEED ADJUST
This tool has a variable speed switch that delivers higher speed with
increased trigger pressure.
Speed is controlled by the amount of trigger switch depression.
The shoe of your reciprocating saw pivots.The shoe is also adjustable,
allowing the use of the blade teeth at different positions on the blade.
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1. Unplug your saw.
WARNING: Failure to unplug your saw could result in accidental
2. Loosen both the cap screws in the gear frame with hex key.
3. Reposition shoe assembly in or out.
4. Retighten both cap screws securely. Do not over tighten cap
screws.
WARNING: Cutting into electrical wiring in walls can cause blade,
clamp, and saw bar assembly to become electrically charged. Do
not touch metal parts when cutting into a wall; grasp only the
insulated gripping surfaces provided by the tool. Make sure hidden
electrical wiring, water pipes, and mechanical hazards are not in the
blade path when cutting into a wall.
SHOE ADJUSTMENT
starting causing serious injury.
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TYPES OF CUTTING
NOTE: Make sure that you do not hit any electrical wires, gas or water pipes.
Check the wall with a pipe/cable detector before you begin cutting.
GENERAL CUTTING
Clamp your workpiece if it is portable, rest the front shoe of the saw
on your workpiece (be sure the blade is not contacting the workpiece)
and start the saw, exerting enough pressure in the direction of the cut
to keep the shoe pressed firmly against the work piece at all times,
Do not force the cut or stall the saw. Don’t bend or twist the blade, let
the tool and the blade do the work.
In general, coarser blades are for wood, plastics , and composites ,
and finer blades are for cutting metal, chattering or vibration may
indicate you need fine blade or higher speed, if the blade overheats or
clogs, it may indicate you need a coarser blade when they become
dull, dull blades will produce poor results and may overheat the saw.
PLUNGE CUTTING
Clearly mark the line of cut, from a convenient starting point within the
cut out area, place the tip of the blade over that point with saw parallel
to the line of cut, slowly lower the saw until the bottom edge of the
shoe rests on the workpiece and the blade is not touching the work-
piece, start the saw and allow it to attain full speed. With the saw
resting on the shoe, slowly tilt the saw forward to lower the blade onto
the cut line. Continue this motion until the saw blade is perpendicular
to the workpiece.
METAL CUTTING
Blades specifically designated for cutting metals must be used for this
purpose. You may use light oil as a coolant when cutting metal, this
will prevent overheating of the blade, help the blade cut faster, and
promote longer blade life.
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OPERATING PROCEDURES
WARNING: Turn off your reciprocating saw at once, unplug and inspect it for
serious problems if:
 Moving parts are stuck
 Speed drops to an abnormally low level
 The motor housing gets hot
Sparks or odors emit from the casing
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MAINTENANCE
CAUTION! Always be sure that the tool is switched off and unplugged before at-
tempting to perform inspection or maintenance.
 Inspect the tool before each use. Inspect the switch, the power plug and cord
assembly for damage. Check for loose screws, misalignment, binding of
moving parts, broken, cracked or improper mounting of the bits and attach-
ments, broken parts and any other condition that may affect safe operation. If
abnormal noise or vibration occurs, turn off the tool immediately and have the
problem corrected before further usage.
 Do not use damaged equipment or serious injury could result.
 Avoid overloading your reciprocating saw. Do not force the tool. It will become hot and
lose efficiency. Running it free of load for a minute or two will allow it to cool
itself to normal temperature.
 Brushes: This tool has two Carbon Motor Brushes that should be periodically
examined for wear. After long use,the brushes in your tool may become worn.
This may be evident from a burning smell or excessive sparking visible through
the ventilation holes while the tool is running. To inspect or replace the carbon
motor brushes:
1. Unscrew the black plastic Motor Brush Cover (See Schematic Drawing
on page 8) using a slot screwdriver slowly remove the cover as the
are spring-loaded and may jump free, strike a hard surface, and chip.
2. Remove the brushes and examine the black rectangular carbon portions.
Examine the concave, wearing surfaces. They should be smooth and clean.
If there are large scratch marks, chips broken off and other damage, replace
both brushes immediately. When new, these are about 7/16” long (see fig.
at right). We recommend they be replaced when worn about 1/2 way down,
at about 1/4”remaining. After this point, they are not held at a steady angle and-
constant pressure.
3. When the brushes are worn to 1/3 of their original length, about 1/8”, they
must be replaced or damage to the motor could result.
4. Insert the brushes so that the rectangular carbon portion slides in the slots in
the brass holders.
5. Screw the black plastic Motor Brush Cover down properly with a slot screwdriver.
Do not over-tighten.
6. Always replace both brushes at the same time.
7. Keep the carbon brushes clean and free to slip in the holders.
When first using the tool with fresh brushes, you will notice a certain amount of
sparking. This is normal and will continue until the brush contact surface attains
a correct concave profile to match the rotor on the motor .
 Keep the tool housing clean; free of oil, and grease. If necessary, use mild
soap and a damp (not wet) cloth. DO NOT let solvents like brake fluid, gaso-
line, petroleum-based products, etc., contact plastic parts of the housing.
Cleaning with these substances can harm the plastic and compromise the
integrity of the double insulation system.
 Clean the tool of all sawdust. Keep the vents clear of dust and debris. Use a
brush, soft cloth, or a vacuum cleaner. This will help prevent possible electrical
shorts and ensure proper cooling.
 Use care to see that the motor winding does not become damaged or wet with
oil or water.
 An authorized repair center should do any repairs, modification, or
maintenance that involve opening or disassembling the tool.
 Any damage to the tool should be corrected at an authorized repair center.
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SCHEMATIC DRAWING AND PARTS LIST
Please refer to the schematic drawing on page 8.
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NO. Description Qty NO. Description Qty
1 Saw Gate 1 32 Reduction gearbox 1
2 Baffle 1 33 Bearing 6000 1
3 Insulation sleeve 1 34 Distance sleeve of bearing
1
4 Cap screw 2 35 Bearing 6000 1
5 Screw M5X14 2 36 Lock nut M8 1
1
6 Baffle ring 1 37 Lower plastic cover
7 Outer ring 1 38 Screw M4X18 2
8 Torsion spring 1 39 Spring washer 4 2
9 Locating pin 1 40 Flat washer 4 2
10 Spring 1 41 Bearing 6000 11
11 Inner ring 1 42 Bear cover 1
12 Dowel pin 1 43 Screw M5x12 2
13 Plastic ring 1 44 Cushion
14 Oil ring 1 45 Elastic washer 1
15 Wool circle 1 46 Rotor
16 115 spherical bearing 1 47 Bearing 607
17 Reciprocating lever 1 48 Upper brush cover
2
18 Screw M4X18 4 49 Brush cover 2
19 Spring washer 4 50 Carbon brush
20 Flat washer 4 51 Brush 2
21 Spherical bearing cover 1 52 Left casing 11
22 Upper plastic cover 1 53 Lower brush cover 1
23 Screw M4X18 4 54 Stator 1
24 Spring washer 4 55 Right casing 1
25 Flat washer 4 56 Screw ST3.9x16 13
26 Cover plate 1 57 Switch 1
27 Needle bearing 1 58 Tension disc 1
28 Steel ball ø4 4
29 Base plate 1
30 Gear components
1
31 Screw ST3.9x18 4
59 Screw ST3.9x14 2
61 Cable 1
60 Sheath 1
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WARNING: Repairs should be made by an authorized repair center. Do not open or
disassemble this power tool. Contact Sharp Group at 1-866-
915-8626 for questions regarding this power tool.
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SCHEMATIC DRAWING AND PARTS LIST
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ALTOCRAFT ®
1-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY:
For questions / comments, technical assistance or repair parts –
Please call toll free at: 1-866-915-8626
(M-F 9am – 5pm EST)
SAVE YOUR RECEIPTS. THIS WARRANTY IS VOID WITHOUT THEM.
6.0 AMP RECIPROCATING SAW
SHARP GROUP ENT. INC. warrants this product to the original purchaser
only, for (1) year from date of purchase, against any defects in material or
workmanship. The defective product will be replaced or repaired at the sole
discretion of the manufacture. (Proof of purchase will be required)
Sellers’ sole obligation under this limited warranty and, to the extent permitted
by law, any warranty or condition implied by law, shall be the repair or
replacement of parts, without charge, which are defective in material or
workmanship and which have not been misused, carelessly handled, or
mis-repaired by persons other than an authorized service center. To make a
claim under this limited warranty, you must first phone our toll free customer
service line with any questions or problems. If this call does not resolve your
issue, you will be given a rga# to return the complete portable power tool
product, transportation prepaid by customer, to our service center.
This limited warranty does not apply to accessory items such as circular saw
blades, drill bits, router bits, jigsaw blades, sanding belts, grinding wheels and
other related items.
Any implied warranties shall be limited in duration to one year from date of
purchase. Some states in the U.S., some Canadian provinces do not allow
limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation may
not apply to you.
In no event shall seller be liable for any incidental or consequential damages
(including but not limited to liability for loss of profits) arising from the sale or
use of this product. Some states in the U.S. and some Canadian provinces do
not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages,
so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you.
This limited warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have
other rights which vary from state to state in the U.S., province to province in
Canada and from country to country.
This limited warranty applies only to portable and table top electric tools, sold
within the United States of America, Canada and the commonwealth of
Puerto Rico.