Flex FX2271 User manual

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24V BRUSHLESS RECIPROCATING SAW
SCIE ALTERNATIVE SANS BALAI DE 24 V
SIERRA ALTERNATIVA SIN ESCOBILLAS DE 24 V
FX2271

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SAFETY SYMBOLS
The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your attention to possible dangers. The safety symbols
and the explanations with them deserve your careful attention and understanding. The symbol
warnings do not, by themselves, eliminate any danger. The instructions and warnings they give are
no substitutes for proper accident prevention measures.
WARNING Be sure to read and understand all safety instructions in this Owner's Manual,
including all safety alert symbols such as “DANGER,” “WARNING,” and
“CAUTION” before using this tool. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric
shock, re, and/or serious personal injury.
The denitions below describe the level of severity for each signal word. Please read the manual and
pay attention to these symbols.
This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal
injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid
possible injury or death.
DANGER DANGER indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in
death or serious injury.
WARNING WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result
in death or serious injury.
CAUTION CAUTION, used with the safety alert symbol, indicates a hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, will result in minor or moderate injury.
Damage Prevention and Information Messages
These inform the user of important information and/or instructions that could lead to equipment or
other property damage if they are not followed. Each message is preceded by the word “NOTICE”,
as in the example below:
NOTICE: Equipment and/or property damage may result if these instructions are not followed.
WARNING The operation of any power tools can result in foreign
objects being thrown into your eyes, which can result in
severe eye damage. Before beginning power tool operation, always wear
safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields and a full face shield when
needed. We recommend a Wide Vision Safety Mask for use over eyeglasses
or standard safety glasses with side shields. Always use eye protection which
is marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1.

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GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS
WARNING Read all safety warnings, instructions, illustrations and specications
provided with this power tool. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may
result in electric shock, re and/or serious injury.
SAVE ALL WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
The term “power tool” in the warnings refers to your mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery-
operated (cordless) power tool.
Work area safety
Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered
or dark areas invite accidents.
Do not operate power tools in explosive
atmospheres, such as in the presence of
ammable liquids, gases or dust. Power
tools create sparks which may ignite the dust or
fumes.
Keep children and bystanders away while
operating a power tool. Distractions can cause
you to lose control.
Electrical safety
Power tool plugs must match the outlet.
Never modify the plug in any way. Do
not use any adapter plugs with earthed
(grounded) power tools. Unmodied plugs
and matching outlets will reduce risk of electric
shock.
Avoid body contact with earthed or
grounded surfaces, such as pipes, radiators,
ranges and refrigerators. There is an
increased risk of electric shock if your body is
earthed or grounded.
Do not expose power tools to rain or wet
conditions. Water entering a power tool will
increase the risk of electric shock.
Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord
for carrying, pulling or unplugging the
power tool. Keep cord away from heat, oil,
sharp edges or moving parts. Damaged or
entangled cords increase the risk of electric
shock.
When operating a power tool outdoors, use
an extension cord suitable for outdoor use.
Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces
the risk of electric shock.
If operating a power tool in a damp location
is unavoidable, use a ground fault circuit
interrupter (GFCI) protected supply. Use of a
GFCI reduces the risk of electric shock.
Personal safety
Stay alert, watch what you are doing and
use common sense when operating a power
tool. Do not use a power tool while you are
tired or under the inuence of drugs, alcohol
or medication. A moment of inattention while
operating power tools may result in serious
personal injury.
Use personal protective equipment. Always
wear eye protection. Protective equipment such
as a dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard
hat or hearing protection used for appropriate
conditions will reduce personal injuries.
Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure
the switch is in the off-position before
connecting to power source and/or battery
pack, picking up or carrying the tool.
Carrying power tools with your nger on the
switch or energizing power tools that have the
switch on invites accidents.
Remove any adjusting key or wrench before
turning the power tool on. A wrench or a key
left attached to a rotating part of the power tool
may result in personal injury.
Do not overreach. Keep proper footing
and balance at all times. This enables
better control of the power tool in unexpected
situations.
Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing
or jewelry. Keep your hair and clothing away
from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry or
long hair can be caught in moving parts.
If devices are provided for the connection
of dust extraction and collection facilities,
ensure these are connected and properly
used. Use of dust collection can reduce dust-
related hazards.
Do not let familiarity gained from frequent
use of tools allow you to become
complacent and ignore tool safety
principles. A careless action can cause severe
injury within a fraction of a second.

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Power tool use and care
Do not force the power tool. Use the correct
power tool for your application. The correct
power tool will do the job better and safer at the
rate for which it was designed.
Do not use the power tool if the switch
does not turn it on and off. Any power tool
that cannot be controlled with the switch is
dangerous and must be repaired.
Disconnect the plug from the power
source and/or remove the battery pack,
if detachable, from the power tool before
making any adjustments, changing
accessories, or storing power tools. Such
preventive safety measures reduce the risk of
starting the power tool accidentally.
Store idle power tools out of the reach of
children and do not allow persons unfamiliar
with the power tool or these instructions
to operate the power tool. Power tools are
dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
Maintain power tools and accessories.
Check for misalignment or binding of
moving parts, breakage of parts and any
other condition that may affect the power
tool’s operation. If damaged, have the power
tool repaired before use. Many accidents are
caused by poorly maintained power tools.
Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly
maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting
edges are less likely to bind and are easier to
control.
Use the power tool, accessories and
tool bits etc. in accordance with these
instructions, taking into account the working
conditions and the work to be performed.
Use of the power tool for operations different
from those intended could result in a hazardous
situation.
Keep handles and grasping surfaces dry,
clean and free from oil and grease. Slippery
handles and grasping surfaces do not allow
for safe handling and control of the tool in
unexpected situations.
Battery tool use and care
Recharge only with the charger specied by
the manufacturer. A charger that is suitable for
one type of battery pack may create a risk of re
when used with another battery pack.
Use power tools only with specically
designated battery packs. Use of any other
battery packs may create a risk of injury and
re.
When battery pack is not in use, keep it
away from other metal objects, like paper
clips, coins, keys, nails, screws or other
small metal objects, that can make a
connection from one terminal to another.
Shorting the battery terminals together may
cause burns or a re.
Under abusive conditions, liquid may be
ejected from the battery; avoid contact.
If contact accidentally occurs, ush with
water. If liquid contacts eyes, additionally
seek medical help. Liquid ejected from the
battery may cause irritation or burns.
Do not use a battery pack or tool that is
damaged or modied. Damaged or modied
batteries may exhibit unpredictable behavior
resulting in re, explosion or risk of injury.
Do not expose a battery pack or tool to
re or excessive temperature. Exposure to
re or temperature above 265 °F may cause
explosion.
Follow all charging instructions and do
not charge the battery pack or tool outside
the temperature range specied in the
instructions. Charging improperly or at
temperatures outside the specied range may
damage the battery and increase the risk of re.
Service
Have your power tool serviced by a
qualied repair person using only identical
replacement parts. This will ensure that the
safety of the power tool is maintained.
Never service damaged battery packs.
Service of battery packs should only be
performed by the manufacturer or authorized
service providers

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SAFETY WARNINGS FOR RECIPROCATING SAW
Hold the power tool by insulated gripping
surfaces, when performing an operation
where the cutting accessory may contact
hidden wiring. Cutting accessory contacting
a“live” wire may make exposed metal parts of
the power tool “live” and could give the operator
an electric shock.
Use clamps or another practical way to
secure and support the workpiece to a
stable platform. Holding the workpiece by hand
or against your body leaves it unstable and may
lead to loss of control.
ADDITIONAL SAFETY WARNINGS
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, cement, and
other masonry products.
– Arsenic and chromium from chemically-treated
lumber.
• Your risk from these exposures varies,
depending upon how often you do this type
of work. To reduce your exposure to these
chemicals:
– Work in a well-ventilated area.
– Work with approved safety equipment, such
as dust masks that are specially designed to
lter out microscopic particles.
– Avoid prolonged contact with dust from power
sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other
construction activities. Wear protective clothing
and wash exposed areas with soap and water.
Allowing dust to get into your mouth or eyes or
to lie on the skin may promote absorption of
harmful chemicals.

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SYMBOLS
IMPORTANT: Some of the following symbols may be used on your tool. Please study them and
learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the tool better
and safer.
Symbol Name Designation/Explanation
V Volts Voltage
A Amperes Current
Hz Hertz Frequency (cycles per second)
W Watt Power
kg Kilograms Weight
min Minutes Time
s Seconds Time
Wh Watt-hours Battery capacity
Ah Ampere-hours Battery capacity
ø Diameter Size of drill bits, grinding wheels, etc.
n0No load speed Rotational speed, at no load
n Rated speed Maximum attainable speed
…/min Revolutions or reciprocations per
minute (rpm)
Revolutions, strokes, surface speed, orbits,
etc. per minute
O Off position Zero speed, zero torque...
1,2,3,…
Ⅰ,Ⅱ,Ⅲ, Selector settings Speed, torque, or position settings. Higher number means greater speed
Innitely variable selector with off Speed is increasing from 0 setting
Arrow Action in the direction of arrow
Alternating current (AC) Type or a characteristic of current
Direct current (DC) Type or a characteristic of current
Alternating or direct current
(AC / DC) Type or a characteristic of current
Class II tool Designates Double Insulated Construction
tools.
Protective earth Grounding terminal
Li-ion RBRC seal Designates Li-ion battery recycling
program
Read the instructions Alerts user to read manual

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Symbol Name Designation/Explanation
Wear eye protection symbol Alerts user to wear eye protection
Always operate with two hands Alerts user to always operate with two
hands
Do not use the guard for cut-off
operations Do not use the guard for cut-off operations
SYMBOLS (CERTIFICATION INFORMATION)
Symbol Designation/Explanation
This symbol designates that this tool is listed by Underwriters Laboratories.
This symbol designates that this component is recognized by Underwriters
Laboratories.
This symbol designates that this tool is listed by Underwriters Laboratories, to
United States and Canadian Standards.
This symbol designates that this tool is listed by the Canadian Standards
Association.
This symbol designates that this tool is listed by the Canadian Standards
Association, to United States and Canadian Standards.
This symbol designates that this tool is listed by the Intertek Testing Services,
to United States and Canadian Standards.

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FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTIONS AND SPECIFICATIONS
Reciprocating Saw
Fig. 1 Lock-off Button
Pivot Shoe Orbital Action
Selector
Shoe-Release
Button
LED
Light
Saw Hook
Tool-less Blade
Clamp Sleeve Variable-Speed
Trigger Switch
Model No. FX2271
Rated Voltage 24 V d.c.
No load Speed 0–3000/min (strokes per minute)
Stroke 1-1/4'' (32 mm)
Sawing capacity in wood 11-13/16" (300 mm)
Sawing capacity in aluminum 1" (25 mm)
Sawing capacity in Metal Pipe 5-29/32" (150 mm)
Recommended operating temperature -4 – 104°F (-20 – 40℃)
Recommended storage temperature < 122℉ (< 50℃)

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ASSEMBLY
WARNING Detach the battery pack
from the tool before
making any assembly, adjustments or
changing accessories. Such preventive safety
measures reduce the risk of starting the tool
accidentally.
TO ATTACH/DETACH BATTERY PACK (FIG. 2)
Depress the lock-off button to the locked
position (Fig. 2).
To attach the battery pack:
Align the raised rib on the battery pack with the
grooves in the tool, and then slide the battery
pack onto the tool.
NOTICE: When placing the battery pack
onto the tool, be sure that the raised rib
on the battery pack aligns with the groove
inside the tool and that the latches snap into
place properly. Improper attachment of the
battery pack can cause damage to internal
components.
To detach the battery pack:
Depress the battery-release button located
on the front of the battery pack, to release the
battery pack. Pull the battery pack out and
remove it from the tool.
INSTALLING AND REMOVING THE SAW
BLADE
WARNING Always lock the tool off
and remove the battery
pack before making any adjustments or
assembling parts.
Depress the lock-off button to the locked
position and then remove the battery pack from
the tool (Fig. 2).
TO INSTALL THE SAW BLADE
(FIG. 3A, 3B, 3C):
a. Check the status of the tool-less blade clamp,
ensure that it is ready for installing saw blade,
if not, turn the sleeve counterclockwise to
open it.
b. Use one hand to hold the saw blade and align
the shank of saw blade with the opening of
the tool-less blade clamp. Use the other hand
to hold the saw housing.
c. Insert the saw blade into the blade clamp
as far as it can go, until the tool-less blade
clamp sleeve returns to the locked positon
automatically, and secures the blade in place.
d. Try to push in or pull out the blade to check
whether it is locked properly.
Fig. 2
Battery-release Button
Attach
Detach
Fig. 3a Sleeve

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NOTICE: The blade may be installed with the
teeth pointing up or down, depending on the
cutting operation.
TO REMOVE THE SAW BLADE (FIG. 4):
Rotate the tool-less blade clamp sleeve in the
direction of the arrow marked on the blade
clamp, the blade will get ejected out.
The tool-less blade clamp sleeve will stop in
place for the future blade installation.
NOTICE: When removing the saw blade, make
sure the saw blade does not point at any person
or animal to avoid personal injuries.
NOTICE: Occasionally the tool-less blade clamp
may retract into the saw housing. If this happens,
reattach the battery pack and turn the tool on
by pressing the variable-speed trigger switch to
move the blade clamp into a more accessible
position. Remove the battery pack again.
Fig. 4
Fig. 3b

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ADJUSTMENTS
ORBITAL ACTION
Use the orbital-action selector to select either
a straight cut or orbital cutting action. A straight
cut is best for making smooth cuts and orbital
cutting action is best for making a faster cut.
TO SELECT ORBITAL CUTTING ACTION /
STRAIGHT CUT (FIG. 5):
a. Move the lock-off button to the locked position
and then remove the battery pack from the
tool.
b. Turn the orbital-action selector to the “ ”
position for orbital cutting action or
c. Turn the orbital-action selector to the “ ”
position for straight cuts without orbital action.
NOTICE: To prevent damage to the tool, always
allow the motor to come to a complete stop
before using the orbital action selector.
NOTICE: Do not use the orbital cutting action
setting when cutting a metal.
PIVOTING SHOE ADJUSTMENT (FIG. 6)
Your tool is equipped with a pivoting shoe that
can slide in and out and stop in one of the three
positions to adjust the effective stroke length for
maximum control and longer blade life.
a. Depress the lock-off button to the locked
position and remove the battery pack from the
tool.
b. Use one hand to press the shoe-release
button and hold it in place.
c. Use the other hand to slide the pivoting shoe
to one of the three positions: the most distant
position, the middle position and the closest
positon.
d. Release the shoe-release button. When the
shoe-release button springs back by itself, it
indicates the pivoting shoe has been locked in
place securely. Otherwise, slide the pivoting
shoe in or out a little until the shoe-release
button springs back.
WARNING To avoid injury and
damage, do not operate
the saw without the pivoting shoe in place.
The blade clamp may strike against the
workpiece and damage the reciprocating
mechanism.
Fig. 5
Orbital-Action Selector
Fig. 6
Pivoting Shoe Shoe-Release
Button

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WARNING To reduce the risk of
injury, be sure the blade
always extends beyond the footplate and
work throughout the stroke. Blades may
shatter if the front on the blade hits the work
and/or the footplate (Fig. 7).
PIVOTING THE SHOE (FIG. 8)
The shoe pivots to provide maximum control
when it is aligned against the surface being cut.
a. Depress the lock-off button to the locked
position and then remove the battery pack
from the tool.
b. Firmly hold the saw and then pivot the shoe to
the desired angle, while taking care to avoid
contact with the blade.
c. Reinstall the battery and prepare to cut.
SAW HOOK (FIG. 9)
Your tool is equipped with a hook. Use the hook
to hang the saw from a rafter, or beam or other
similar secure structure for temporary storage
during work. Recommended lumber size to
support the saw with the hook is 2x4.
To use, lift the hook up until it snaps into the
desired open position – there are two open
positions available.
When not use, always lower hook until it snaps
into the closed position.
WARNING When the saw is hung by
the hook, do not shake the
saw or the object that it is hanging from. Do
not hang the saw from any electrical wires
or anything that is not secure. Personal injury
or property damage may occur.
Only use the hook for hanging the saw.
Using the hook to hang anything else could lead
to serious injury.
Do not use the hook to reach another object
or use the hook to support your weight in
any situation.
Fig. 7
Fig. 8
Pivot Shoe
Fig. 9
Saw Hook

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING To reduce the risk of re,
personal injury, and
product damage due to a short circuit, never
immerse your tool, battery pack or charger
in uid or allow a uid to ow inside them.
Corrosive or conductive uids, such as
seawater, certain industrial chemicals, and
bleach or bleach-containing products, etc. can
cause a short circuit.
WARNING If any parts are damaged
or missing, do not operate
this product until the parts are replaced. Use
of this product with damaged or missing parts
could result in serious personal injury.
WARNING Do not attempt to modify
this tool or create
accessories not recommended for use with
this tool. Any such alteration or modication is
misuse and could result in a hazardous
condition leading to possible serious injury.
WARNING To prevent accidental
starting that could cause
serious personal injury, always remove the
battery pack from the tool when assembling
parts.
This Reciprocating saw must be used only with the battery packs and chargers listed below:
Battery Pack Charger
2.5Ah 5Ah 8Ah 12Ah
FLEX FX0111 FLEX FX0121 FLEX FX0221 FLEX FX0231 FLEX FX0411 FLEX FX0421
NOTICE: Please refer to the battery pack and charger manuals for detailed operating
information.
LOCK-OFF BUTTON (FIG. 10)
Your tool is equipped with a lock-off button,
located above the variable-speed trigger
switch, to prevent the saw from being activated
unintentionally.
To lock the switch in the off position, depress
the lock-off button from the left side until the
icon is completely visible.
To unlock the switch, depress the lock-off button
from the right side until the icon is completely
visible.
Fig. 10
Lock
Unlock

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VARIABLE-SPEED TRIGGER SWITCH
(FIG. 11)
Your tool is equipped with a variable-speed
trigger switch. The tool can be turned “ON” or
“OFF” by depressing or releasing the variable-
speed trigger switch.
The variable-speed trigger switch delivers
higher speed with increased trigger pressure
and lower speed with decreased trigger
pressure.
LED LIGHT (FIG. 12)
Your tool is equipped with an LED, located
below the blade clamp on the tool. This LED
provides additional light on the surface of the
workpiece for operation in lower-light areas.
The LED will automatically turn on with a slight
squeeze on the variable-speed trigger switch
before the tool starts running, and will turn off
approximately 10 seconds after the variable-
speed trigger switch is released.
The LED will rapidly ash when the tool and/
or battery pack becomes overloaded or too hot.
The internal sensors will turn the tool off if the
tool and/or battery pack are overloaded. Rest
the tool for a while or place the tool and battery
pack separately under air ow to cool them.
The LED light will ash more slowly to indicate
that the battery is at low-battery capacity.
Recharge the battery pack.
If the LED fails to light up when you switch
on the tool, or it turns off suddenly during
operation, please contact customer service or
an authorized service center for assistance.
BLADE SELECTION
To obtain the best performance from the saw,
it is important to select the correct blade for the
particular application and type of material to be
cut.
Blades with fewer teeth, e.g., 7 teeth per inch
(TPI), are typically used for cutting wood; blades
with more teeth per inch are better for cutting
metal or plastic.
We recommend 14 TPI blades for plastics and
soft metals and 18 TPI blades for hard metals.
Fig. 12
LED Light
Fig. 11
Variable Speed
Trigger Switch

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GENERAL CUTTING (FIG. 13)
WARNING Do not allow familiarity
with the saw to make you
careless. One careless fraction of a second
is enough to inict serious injury.
WARNING Never use the wood-
cutting blade for cutting
metals. Failure to do so could result in serious
personal injury.
WARNING Before attaching the
battery pack onto the tool,
always check to determine that the trigger
switch performs properly and returns to the
“OFF” position when released.
WARNING Hold the tool only by the
plastic handle and the
insulated grip area to help prevent electrical
shock. When sawing into walls or oors you
may encounter electrical wiring. Sawing into a
“live” wire will conduct electricity into the tool.
a. Depress the lock-off button to the locked
position and then remove the battery pack
from the tool.
b. Make sure that the workpiece is rmly
clamped in place to keep it from slipping or
moving while cutting.
c. Install the appropriate type and size of blade
for the workpiece material and size.
d. Adjust the pivoting shoe as necessary to
make sure that the blade will extend beyond
the shoe and through the workpiece at all
times.
e. Adjust the pivoting shoe as necessary to
expose unworn blade teeth for longer blade
life.
f. Check for clearance behind the workpiece so
that the blade will not contact another surface.
g. Mark the line of cut clearly. If cutting metal,
apply cutting oil to the line.
h. Attach the battery pack to the reciprocating
saw.
i. Hold the saw rmly with both hands. Make
sure to keep your hands on the insulated
gripping areas only.
j. Depress the lock-off button to the unlock
position and squeeze the variable-speed
trigger switch to start the saw and bring it to
the maximum desired cutting speed before
applying the blade to the workpiece.
k. Place the shoe rmly on the workpiece while
cutting. Use only enough steady pressure
on the blade to keep the saw cutting. Do not
force the tool.
l. Reduce the pressure as the blade comes to
the end of the cut.
m. Allow the saw to come to a complete
stop before removing the blade from the
workpiece.
NOTICE: Cutting speeds should vary with the
workpiece. Hard materials, such as metals,
require lower speeds; use higher speeds for
softer materials.
NOTICE: When sawing berglass, plaster,
wallboard, or spackling compound, clean the
motor vents frequently with a vacuum or with
compressed air. These materials are highly
abrasive and may accelerate the wear on motor
bearings and brushes.
WARNING Always wear safety
goggles when cleaning
tools with compressed air.
WARNING Always wear safety
goggles or safety glasses
with side shields during power tool
operation or when blowing dust. If operation
is dusty, also wear a dust mask.
Fig. 13

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PLUNGE CUTTING (FIG. 14)
WARNING To reduce the risk of
explosion, electric shock
and property damage, always check the
work area for hidden gas pipes, electrical
wires or water pipes when making blind or
plunge cuts.
WARNING To avoid loss of control
and serious injury, make
sure that the blade reaches the full desired
speed before touching it to the workpiece.
WARNING Do not make plunge cuts
in metal materials.
Your reciprocating saw is ideal for plunge
cutting directly into surfaces that cannot be cut
from an edge, such as in walls or oors. Plunge
cutting may be done in two ways, depending on
how the blade is inserted.
Fig. 14, A shows how to plunge cut with the
teeth of the blade facing down.
Fig. 14, B shows how to plunge cut with the
teeth of the blade facing up.
a. Depress the lock-off button to the locked
position and then remove the battery pack
from the tool.
b. Make sure that the workpiece is rmly
clamped in place to keep it from slipping or
moving while cutting.
c. Select the appropriate type and size of blade
for the workpiece material and size. Install the
blade onto the tool.
d Adjust the pivot shoe as necessary to make
sure that the blade will extend beyond the
shoe and through the workpiece at all times.
e. Adjust the pivot shoe as necessary to expose
unworn blade teeth for longer blade life.
A B
Fig. 14

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f. Check for clearance behind the workpiece so
that the blade will not contact another surface.
g. Mark the line of cut clearly.
h. Attach the battery pack to the reciprocating
saw.
i. If the blade is inserted with the teeth facing
down, hold the tool as shown in Column A,
resting the edge of the shoe on the workpiece.
NOTICE: To make plunge cutting easier, use
a heavy gauge blade and install the blade with
the teeth facing up relative to the normal upright
operating position of the saw, as shown in
Column B.
j. With the blade just above the workpiece,
depress the lock-off button to the unlock
position and squeeze the variable-speed
trigger switch to start the tool. Allow it to come
to the desired speed. Then, using the edge of
the shoe as a pivot, lower the blade into the
workpiece.
k. As the blade starts cutting, raise the handle of
the tool slowly, until the shoe rests rmly and
at on the workpiece.
l. After the blade has penetrated through the
workpiece, continue sawing along the marked
cutting line.
m. Allow the saw to come to a complete
stop before removing the blade from the
workpiece.
METAL CUTTING
WARNING Never use the
wood-cutting blade for
cutting metals. Failure to do so could result in
serious personal injury.
The saw can be used to cut metals, such as
sheet steel, pipe, steel rods, aluminum, brass,
and copper. Be careful not to twist or bend the
saw blade. Do not force the tool.
The use of cutting oil is recommended when
cutting soft metals and steel. Cutting oil will
keep the blade cool, increase the cutting
efciency, and prolong blade life.
WARNING To avoid possible serious
injury:
• Never use gasoline as cutting lubricant,
because normal sparking could ignite the
fumes.
• Securely clamp the workpiece in position,
and make the cut close to the clamping
point to minimize vibration.
• When cutting conduit pipe or angle iron,
clamp the work in a vise, if possible, and
cut close to the vise.
• To cut thin sheet material, “sandwich” the
material between pieces of hardboard or
plywood, and clamp the layers together
to reduce vibration and tearing of the
material.

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MAINTENANCE
WARNING To avoid serious personal
injury, always remove the
battery pack from the tool when cleaning or
performing any maintenance.
SERVICE
WARNING Preventive maintenance
performed by
unauthorized personnel may result in
misplacing of internal wires and
components which could cause a serious
hazard. We recommend that all tool service be
performed by a FLEX Factory Service Center or
Authorized FLEX Service Station.
GENERAL MAINTENANCE
WARNING When servicing, use only
identical replacement
parts. Use of any other parts could create a
hazard or cause product damage. Periodically
inspect the entire product for damaged, missing,
or loose parts such as screws, nuts, bolts, caps,
etc. Tighten securely all fasteners and caps and
do not operate this product until all missing or
damaged parts are replaced. Please contact
customer service or an authorized service
center for assistance.
CLEANING
WARNING The tool may be cleaned
most effectively with
compressed dry air. Always wear safety
goggles when cleaning tools with
compressed air. Ventilation openings and
switch levers must be kept clean and free of
foreign matter. Do not attempt to clean by
inserting pointed objects through openings.
WARNING Certain cleaning agents
and solvents damage
plastic parts. Some of these are: gasoline,
carbon tetrachloride, chlorinated cleaning
solvents, ammonia and household detergents
that contain ammonia.
STORAGE
Store the tool indoors in a place that is
inaccessible to children. Keep away from
corrosive agents.

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FLEX 5 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
Chervon North America, Inc. ("Seller") warrants to the original purchaser only, that all FLEX 24V
products will be free from defects in material or workmanship for a period of ve years from date of
purchase when the original purchaser registers the product within 30 days from the date of original
retail purchase and retains their receipt as proof of purchase. THE 5-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
PERIOD IS CONDITIONED ON REGISTRATION OF THE PRODUCT WITHIN 30 DAYS OF
PURCHASE AND ONLY APPLICABLE TO FLEX 24V TOOLS, BATTERIES AND CHARGERS. If the
original purchaser does not register their product within 30 days, the foregoing limited warranty will
apply for a duration of three years. Product registration can be completed online at
www.registermyex.com.
24V Tools: 5-Year Limited Warranty with Registration
24V Batteries and Chargers: 5-Year Limited Warranty with Registration
Corded, 12V and 20V FLEX Legacy Products: 1-Year Limited Warranty, No Registration Benet
Accessories and Attachments: No Warranty
SELLER’S SOLE OBLIGATION AND YOUR EXCLUSIVE REMEDY under this 5-Year 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 repaired by persons other than a FLEX
Authorized Service Dealer. This warranty does not cover part failure due to normal wear and tear.
To make a claim under warranty, return the complete product, transportation prepaid, to any FLEX
Authorized Service Dealer. For Authorized FLEX Service Dealers, please visit www.registermyex.com
or call 1-833-FLEX-496 (1-833-353-9496).
This 5-Year Limited Warranty does not apply to accessories, attachments or parts.
Any implied warranties applicable to a product shall be limited in duration equal to the duration of the
express warranties applicable to such product, as set forth in the rst paragraph above. Some states
in the U.S. and some Canadian provinces do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty
lasts, so the above limitation may not apply.
FLEX is not responsible for direct, indirect, incidental or consequential damages. Some U.S. states
and Canadian provinces do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts and/or do
not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations
or exclusions may not apply. This limited warranty gives you specic legal rights, and you may also
have other rights which vary by state in the U.S. and by province in Canada.
This limited warranty applies only to products sold within the United States of America, Canada and
the commonwealth of Puerto Rico. For warranty coverage within other countries, contact your local
FLEX dealer.
© Chervon North America, 1203 E. Warrenville Rd., Naperville, IL 60563
www.expowertools.com
www.registermyex.com
1-833-FLEX-496 (1-833-353-9496)

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SYMBOLES RELATIFS À LA SÉCURITÉ
La raison d’être des symboles relatifs à la sécurité est d’attirer votre attention sur des dangers
possibles. Il est important de vous familiariser avec les symboles relatifs à la sécurité et les
explications qui les accompagnent an de bien les comprendre. Les avertissements et les symboles
associés ne sufsent pas à éliminer tous les dangers. Les instructions et les avertissements qu’ils
donnent ne sauraient remplacer des mesures de prévention des accidents appropriées.
AVERTISSEMENT Lisez toutes les consignes de sécurité qui sont contenue dans ce
Mode d’emploi, y compris tous les symboles d’alerte relatifs à la
sécurité tels que « DANGER », « AVERTISSEMENT » et « MISE EN GARDE », et assurez-vous
que vous les comprenez bien avant de commencer à utiliser cet outil. La non-observation de toutes
les instructions gurant ci-après pourrait causer un choc électrique, un incendie et/ou des blessures
personnelles graves.
Les dénitions ci-dessous décrivent le niveau de gravité pour chaque terme signalant un danger.
Veuillez lire le mode d’emploi et lire la signication de ces symboles.
C’est le symbole d’alerte relatif à la sécurité. Il est utilisé pour vous
avertir de l’existence possible d’un danger de lésion corporelle.
Obéissez à tous les messages relatifs à la sécurité qui suivent ce
symbole pour éviter tout risque de blessure ou même de mort.
DANGER DANGER indique une situation dangereuse qui, si elle n’est pas
évitée, causera la mort d’une personne ou une blessure grave.
AVERTISSEMENT AVERTISSEMENT indique une situation dangereuse qui, si elle
n’est pas évitée, causera la mort d’une personne ou une blessure
grave.
MISE EN GARDE MISE EN GARDE, conjointement avec le symbole d’alerte en
liaison avec la sécurité, indique une situation dangereuse qui, si
elle n'est pas évitée, causera une blessure légère ou modérée.
Messages d’information et de prévention des dommages
Ils informent l’utilisateur d’informations et/ou d’instructions importantes qui pourraient entraîner des
dommages matériels ou aux équipements s’ils ne sont pas suivis. Chaque message est précédé par
le terme « AVIS », comme dans l’exemple ci-dessous :
AVIS : Un dommage matériel et/ou aux équipements peut survenir si ces instructions ne sont pas
suivies.
AVERTISSEMENT Pendant leur fonctionnement, les outils
électriques peuvent projeter des corps
étrangers dans les yeux de leur utilisateur et lui iniger de graves blessures
aux yeux. Portez toujours des lunettes de protection ou des lunettes de
sécurité à écrans latéraux et un masque couvrant tout le visage lors de
l’utilisation de ce produit. Nous recommandons de porter un masque de
sécurité à vision latérale large au-dessus des lunettes ordinaires ou des
lunettes de sécurité standard avec des écrans de protection sur les côtés.
Utilisez toujours un équipement de protection des yeux indiquant qu’il est
conforme à la norme ANSI Z87.1.