Craftsman 11579 Operation Manual - Page 8

KNOWYOURRECIPROCATINGSAW See Figure 1. The safe use of this product requires an understanding of the information on the tool and in this operator's manual as well as a knowledge of the project you are attempting. Before use of this product, familiarize yourself with all operating features and safety rules. BLADE CLAMP LEVER The saw has a blade clamp design that does not require the use of a tool (blade wrench) when installing or removing the blade. Simply lift blade clamp lever, located on the side of the saw, insert blade between blade clamp and saw bar as far as possible, then release lever to lock position. HEX KEY STORAGE A hex hey storage slot is conveniently located on the bottom portion of the saw handle. Insert the provided hex key into the storage slot when not in use. LOCK=OFF BUTTON The saw is equipped with a "lock-off" button which reduces the possibility of accidental starting. The lock-off button is located on the handle above the switch trigger. You must depress the lock-off button in order to pull the switch trigger. The lock resets each time the trigger is released. NOTE: You can depress the lock-off button from either the left or right side. SWITCH TRIGGER To turn the saw ON, depress the lock-off button and then depress the switch trigger. Release switch trigger to turn the saw OFF. VARIABLE SPEED The saw has a variable speed switch that delivers higher speed with increased trigger pressure. LED WORKLIGHTS Two LEDs located on the front of the tool illuminate when the switch trigger is depressed, providing extra light for increased visibility at the line of cut.