Tips on Using a Reciprocating Saw

A reciprocating saw is a electrical tool used to cut through drywall, metals, wood, etc. Before using your reciprocating saw always read your owner's manual to ensure the safety guidelines and uses to your saw.

Never remove your blade guard, doing so could cause you harm. Only hold your saw with the grips that are attached to your saw. Grabbing elsewhere could cause you to get shocked if you cut into an electrical wire.

If your handle is broken or cracked, please do not use the saw as it could cause a shock if it touches anything metal that is grounded.

Do not use if the saw or yourself are wet.

Make sure to always wear safety glasses so no shavings or pieces get into your eyes.

Always keep your children away when using the reciprocating saw.

Use clamps to hold your work in place so it will not move.

Make sure you have secure footing to do your work.

Make sure your switch is off before plugging the saw into an outlet. When you are not using your saw be sure to unplug and put away properly so no one else gets hurt.

Holding your foot firmly against what you are cutting will hold it in place and keep you from bouncing around with your work.

Keeps hands away from the saw when it is in motion.

Make sure to use only the blades specified for your reciprocating saw.

Always measure and know what you are cutting before you do it.

Always think twice even three times before you cut through an object to ensure safety.

There are a lot of different brands of reciprocating saws on the market today. If you are going to do a lot of work consider getting a name brand version versus a cheaper brand. You do not want to get half way through a job and have the saw break down on you. A good brand saw is Dewalt http://www.dewalt.com Sears also has good quality reciprocating saws http://www.sears.com. Black and Decker is another good quality http://www.blackanddecker.com. Hitachi is another brand I like http://www.hitachipowertools.com. As you can tell there will be a lot to choose from. Keep in mind the type of work and the amount of work you will be doing when you go out and purchase your reciprocating saw.