SR 30 (01)

About these operating instructions

• Warning! Read and understand all accompanying documentation, including but not limited to instructions, safety warnings, illustrations, and specifications provided with this product. Familiarize yourself with all the instructions, safety warnings, illustrations, specifications, components, and functions of the product before use. Failure to do so may result in electric shock, fire, and/or serious injury. Save all warnings and instructions for future reference.
  
• products are designed for professional users and only trained, authorized personnel are permitted to operate, service and maintain the products. This personnel must be specifically informed about the possible hazards. The product and its ancillary equipment can present hazards if used incorrectly by untrained personnel or if used not in accordance with the intended use.
  
• The accompanying documentation corresponds to the current state of the art at the time of printing. Please always check for the latest version on the product’s page on Hilti’s website. To do this, follow the link or scan the QR code in this documentation, marked with the symbol .
  
• Ensure that these operating instructions are with the product when it is given to other persons.
  

Explanation of symbols used

Warnings

Symbols in the documentation

	Read the operating instructions before use.
	Instructions for use and other useful information
	Dealing with recyclable materials
	Do not dispose of electric equipment and batteries as household waste

Symbols in the illustrations

	These numbers refer to the corresponding illustrations found at the beginning of these operating instructions
	The numbering reflects the sequence of operations shown in the illustrations and may deviate from the steps described in the text
	Item reference numbers are used in the overview illustrations and refer to the numbers used in the product overview section
	This symbol is intended to draw special attention to certain points when handling the product.

Product-dependent symbols

Symbols on the product

	Locked
	Unlocked
	Stroke rate under no load
	The power tool supports near-field communication (NFC) technology, which is compatible with iOS and Android platforms.

General power tool safety warnings

• 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 flammable 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.
  

• 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. Unmodified 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 residual current device (RCD) protected supply. Use of an RCD reduces the risk of electric shock.
  

• 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 influence 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 finger on the switch or energising 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 jewellery. Keep your hair and clothing away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewellery 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.
  

• 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.
  

• Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair person using only identical replacement parts. This will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained.
  

Additional safety instructions for saws with reciprocating saw blade

• Hold the power tool by the insulated gripping surfaces when performing work in which the accessory tool might come into contact with concealed wiring. If the accessory tool comes into contact with a live wire, metal parts of the power tool can also become live, resulting in an electric shock.
  
• Use clamps or some other suitable means to firmly secure the workpiece to a stable supporting surface. Holding the workpiece only by hand or against your body leaves it unstable, which can lead to loss of control.
  

Additional safety instructions for saws

• Keep your hands away from the cutting area and the blade. Keep your second hand on the front gripping area or the motor housing. When both hands are on the saw they cannot be injured by the saw while it is in use.
  
• Use the product only when it is in perfect working order.
  
• Never tamper with or modify the power tool in any way.
  
• Wear protective gloves also when changing the accessory tool. Touching the accessory tool presents a risk of injury (cuts or burns).
  
• Before starting work, check the hazard class of the dust that will be produced when working. Use an industrial vacuum cleaner with an officially approved protection class in compliance with the locally applicable dust protection regulations. Dust from materials such as lead-based paint, certain types of wood and concrete/masonry/stone containing quartz, minerals or metal can be harmful to health.
  
• Make sure that the workplace is well ventilated and, if necessary, wear a respirator appropriate for the type of dust generated. Contact with or inhalation of the dust can cause allergic reactions and/or respiratory or other diseases among operators or bystanders. Only specialists are permitted to handle material containing asbestos.
  
• Do not reach underneath the workpiece.
  
• Always hold the power tool firmly with both hands on the handles provided for the purpose and position your arms to absorb kickback forces.
  
• Keep the grips clean and dry.
  
• Position yourself off to one side of the blade, never bring the blade into line with your body. The saw can jump backward toward you if kickback occurs.
  
• If the saw blade binds or when you interrupt work for any reason, switch off the saw and hold it motionless in the material until the saw blade comes to a complete stop. Never attempt to remove the saw from the workpiece or pull the saw back while the blade is in motion, as otherwise the saw could kick back.
  
• When restarting a saw in the workpiece, center the saw blade in the kerf and check that saw teeth are not in engagement with the workpiece.
  
• Use extra caution when sawing into walls or other blind areas. As it enters the material the blade might encounter a hidden obstruction, resulting in kickback.
  
• Before starting the saw, hold it so that it cannot be triggered and grip and pull the saw blade to check that it is securely engaged in the tool holder. A saw blade flung out by the saw is extremely dangerous.
  

• Before beginning work, check the working area for concealed electric cables or gas and water pipes. External metal parts of the power tool can become live, presenting a risk of electric shock, if you accidentally damage an electric cable.
  
• Hold the power tool by the insulated gripping surfaces when performing work in which the accessory tool might come into contact with concealed wiring. If the accessory tool comes into contact with a live wire, metal parts of the power tool can also become live, resulting in an electric shock.
  
• Check the machine’s supply cord at regular intervals and have it replaced by a qualified specialist if found to be damaged. If the machine’s supply cord is damaged it must be replaced with a specially prepared and approved supply cord available from Hilti Customer Service. Check extension cords at regular intervals and replace them if found to be damaged. Do not touch the supply cord or extension cord if it is damaged while working. Disconnect the supply cord plug from the power outlet. Damaged supply cords or extension cords present a risk of electric shock.
  

• Do not use dull or damaged blades. These cause increased friction and present a high risk of the saw blade binding or kicking back.
  
• Comply with the manufacturer's instructions for handling and storing saw blades.
  
• The product must be pressed against the workpiece until the contact shoe makes firm contact. This ensures optimum and safe progress as you work.
  
• Wear suitable protective clothing as protection against hot particles of material.
  

Additional safety instructions

• Use the product only when it is in perfect working order.
  
• Never tamper with or modify the power tool in any way.
  
• Do not use dull or damaged blades. These cause increased friction and present a high risk of the saw blade binding or kicking back.
  
• Before beginning work, check the working area for concealed electric cables or gas and water pipes. External metal parts of the power tool can become live, presenting a risk of electric shock, if you accidentally damage an electric cable.
  
• Secure the workpiece in a sturdy holder. Never hold the workpiece with your hand or across your leg.
  
• Switch the product on only after bringing it to the working position.
  
• When working with the power tool, always guide it away from your body.
  
• Apply only moderate pressure and cut at an appropriate speed, especially when cutting large-diameter pipes. This will help to prevent the power tool overheating.
  
• Before cutting through pipes, make sure that they are empty of medium. Drain the pipes if necessary.
  
• When cutting through pipes, hold the power tool above the level of the pipe you are cutting through.
  
• The power tool is not protected against ingress of moisture. Liquid running out of a pipe can cause a short circuit in the power tool.
  
• Never cut into unknown materials and make sure the path of the saw is free of obstructions above and below the workpiece.
  
• The power tool can kick back if the saw blade comes into contact with an obstructing object.
  
• Wear protective gloves also when changing the accessory tool. Touching the accessory tool presents a risk of injury (cuts or burns).
  
• Engage the transport lock before storing or transporting the power tool.
  
• Comply with the manufacturer's instructions for handling and storing saw blades.
  
• The user and persons in the vicinity must wear suitable protective goggles, a hard hat, ear defenders, protective gloves and light respiratory protection while the power tool is in use.
  
• Always use a saw blade of appropriate length. The saw blade must over the workpiece while the complete Hubs stroke.
  
• Take breaks between working and do relaxation and finger exercises to improve the blood circulation in your fingers.
  
• Do not look directly into the light source (LEDs) of the power tool and do not aim the beam at other persons’ faces. Risk of dazzling or eye damage.
  
• Flying fragments can injure the body and eyes. Wear your personal protective equipment and always wear protective glasses and protective gloves.
  
• If work involves break-through, always secure the area on the side opposite where the work is carried out.
  
• Always use saw blades that project at least 40 mm beyond the workpiece over the entire length of the blade stroke. This can help to avoid violent kickback.
  

Product overview

1. Tool holder
   
2. Mount for cutting assist
   
3. Folding scaffold hook (accessory)
   
4. Control switch
   
5. Rear grip
   
6. Electric supply cable
   
7. Attachment eye for lanyard
   
8. Front gripping area with unlocking/locking button of the contact shoe
   
9. Saw blade release lever
   
10. Suction hose connector (accessory)
    
11. Contact shoe
    
12. Saw blade
    
13. Cutting assist (accessory)
    

Intended use

The product described is a reciprocating saw. It is designed for cutting wood, wood-like materials, metals and plastics.

Possible misuse

• Do not use the power tool to cut bricks, concrete, cellular concrete, natural stone or tiles.
  
• Do not use the product to cut pipes containing liquids.
  
• Do not saw into unknown materials.
  

Items supplied

Installing the scaffold hook (accessory)

• Install the scaffold hook.
  

Removing the saw blade

1. Push the locking lever up as far as it will go and hold it in this position.
   
2. Pull the blade forward out of the blade holder.
   
3. Allow the locking lever to return to its original position.
   

Replacing the contact shoe

1. Remove the saw blade.
   
2. Press the unlocking/locking button of the contact shoe.
   
3. Pull the contact shoe out.
   
4. Press the unlocking/locking button of the contact shoe.
   
5. Insert the lightly greased contact shoe into the guide to the desired position.
   
   The contact shoe can be used in three positions.
   
6. Check that the contact shoe has engaged.
   
7. Insert the saw blade.
   

Installing the dust removal adapter (accessory)

1. Remove the contact shoe.
   
2. Push the dust removal adapter on to the guide rail of the contact shoe.
   
3. Insert the lightly greased contact shoe fully into the guide.
   

Inserting the saw blade

1. Check that the connection end of the accessory tool is clean and lightly greased. Clean and grease the connection end if necessary.
   
2. Push the locking lever up as far as it will go and hold it in this position.
   
3. Push the saw blade into the blade holder from the front end of the tool.
   
4. Allow the locking lever to return to its original position.
   
5. Grip and pull the saw blade to check that it is locked in position.
   

Guiding the saw

1. Hold the saw by the grips provided for the purpose.
   
2. Guide the saw to the workpiece.
   
3. Guide the saw forward and back.
   
   • If you press the saw against the workpiece there is a risk of the saw blade breaking and causing injuries.
     

Plunge cutting

1. Bring the forward edge of the contact shoe into contact with the workpiece.
   
2. Press the control switch.
   
3. Press the forward edge of the contact shoe against the workpiece and begin the plunge action by slowly increasing the angle of attack.
   
   To prevent stalling, it is important that the product is running before the saw blade is brought into contact with the surface.
   
4. Once the saw blade has penetrated right through the material, bring the tool into the normal working position (contact shoe flush with the workpiece) and then continue sawing along the cutting line.
   

Switching on and off

1. To switch the reciprocating saw on, press the control switch.
   
2. To switch the reciprocating saw off, release the control switch.
   

The reciprocating saw is not in working order

The reciprocating saw is in working order