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Step 1
Make certain that the electrical wires are pushed
back or to the far side of the box so that the Zip Bit
does not cut the wires when inserted through the
drywall. Your hammer handle is an excellent tool
for this.
Step 2
Before fastening the sheet you must make a mark
somewhat near the center of the opening in the
box on the side of the drywall facing you. A
drywall hammer (hatchet end) works well for this.
Step 3
Do not nail or fasten screws closer then 12"
from the box, or the drywall may bulge or blister
from the excess pressure.
Step 4
Slide switch to turn the tool on. While holding
the Spiral Saw power tool firmly with both
hands plunge the Zip Bit through the mark you
made. Then guide the Zip Bit to the right until
you feel and hear the Zip Bit touch the inside
edge of the box.
ILLUSTRATED INSTRUCTIONS FOR PERFECT OUTLET
OPENINGS IN DRYWALL
(SCS01 model shown)
The following procedure will illustrate cutting out a standard 2 1/8" X 3 3/4" electrical box.
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Step 6:
Slowly bring it to a 90° angle to begin the cut.
The base guide should be flush to the material
surface. For all materials (EXCEPT cutting
around outlet boxes in drywall*), steer the tool in
a clockwise direction with slow, steady pressure
to make the cut.
Step 7:
After completing your cut, turn off the tool and
carefully remove it from the material.
*When cutting around outlet boxes in drywall,
use the “Illustrated Instructions for Perfect
Outlet Openings In Drywall” section in this
manual.
Do not attempt to use this tool
to make cut-outs around any
fixture or opening which has live electrical wires,
or any wall which may have live electrical wiring
behind it, as the bit could conduct current to the
tool, creating an electrocution hazard for the
operator. Shut off breakers or remove fuses to
disconnect the circuit. Always hold the tool by
its thermoplastic housing, and always wear eye
protection when operating a spiral saw.
NOTE: Because of the rotating cutting action of
the bit, there will be a slight pull when cutting.
The slower you cut, the more control you have.
Excessive pressure or fast cutting will cause
excessive heat and may shorten the life of the
bit.
NOTE: When cutting on a vertical surface,
avoid ending your cut at the bottom of the hole.
If possible, start and end your cut at the top so
the scrap part will not drop onto the rotating bit.
Turn the tool off and remove it from the
material.
!
WARNING
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