Harbor Freight 3 5 Amp Heavy Duty Electric Cutout Tool Product Manual 42831

Manual for the 42831 Electric Cutout Tool 42831 Electric Cutout Tool

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CUTOUT TOOL

ASSEMBLY and OPERATING

INSTRUCTIONS

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.

42831

®

Distributed Exclusively by Harbor Freight Tools®.

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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. Keep work area clean. Cluttered areas invite injuries.

2. 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 presence of flammable gases or liquids.

3. Keep children away. Children must never be allowed in the work area. Do not let

them handle machines, tools, or extension cords.

4. 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.

5. 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.

6. 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.

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7. 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.

8. 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.

9. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. Do not reach over or

across running machines.

10. Disconnect power. Unplug tool when not in use.

11. Remove adjusting keys and wrenches. Check that keys and adjusting wrenches

are removed from the tool or machine work surface before plugging it in.

12. 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.

13. Stay alert. Watch what you are doing, use common sense. Do not operate any tool

when you are tired.

14. 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.

15. 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.

16. Guard against electric shock. Prevent body contact with grounded surfaces such as

pipes, radiators, ranges, and refrigerator enclosures.

17. Do not operate tool if under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Read warning

labels on prescriptions to determine if your judgment or reflexes are impaired while

taking drugs. If there is any doubt, do not operate the tool.

18. 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).

19. 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.

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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

Collet Cap (20)

1/4” Collet (19)

1/8” Collet (19)

Motor (15) Spindle

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 area, and work with approved safety equipment, such

as those dust masks that are specially designed to filter out microscopic particles.(California

Health & Safety Code § 25249.5,

et seq.

)

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4. Replace the depth gauge Bracket (21) and retighten Stud Screw (23).

5. 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 not in 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 operation.

.

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.

3. 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.

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Parts List

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purposes only and are not available individually as replacement

parts.

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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 OUT 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.

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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 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

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