Bosch JS120 Assembly instructions

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Work area safety
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.
Electrical safety
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 Ground Fault Circuit
Interrupter (GFCI) protected supply. Use of
an GFC reduces the risk of electric shock.
Personal safety
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 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 energizing 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 jewelry. Keep your hair, clothing and
gloves away from moving parts. Loose
clothes, jewelry 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.
Power tool use and care
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.
Read all safety warnings and all instructions. Failure to follow the warnings
and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.
SA E ALL WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
The term “power tool” in the warnings refers to your mains-operated (corded) power tool or
battery-operated (cordless) power tool.
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WARNING
General Power Tool Safety Warnings
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Safety Rules for Cordless Jig Saws
Hold power tool by insulated gripping
surfaces, when performing an operation
where the cutting accessory may contact
hidden wiring. Cutting accessory contacting a
"live" wire may make exposed metal parts of
the power tool "live" and could give the
operator an electric shock.
Use clamps or another practical way to
secure and support the workpiece to a
stable platform. Holding the work by hand
or against your body leaves it unstable and
may lead to loss of control.
Do not drill, fasten or break into existing
walls or other blind areas where electrical
wiring may exist. f this situation is
unavoidable, disconnect all fuses or circuit
breakers feeding this worksite.
Disconnect battery pack from tool or
place the switch in the locked or off
position before making any assembly,
adjustments or changing accessories.
Such preventive safety measures reduce the
risk of starting the tool accidentally.
Never leave the trigger locked "ON".
Before inserting the battery pack, check
that the trigger lock is "OFF". Accidental
start-ups could cause injury.
Keep hands away from cutting area. Do
not reach under the material being cut.
The proximity of the blade to your hand is
hidden from your sight.
Keep hands from between the gear
housing and saw blade holder. The
reciprocating blade holder can pinch your
fingers.
Do not use dull or damaged blades. Bent
blade can break easily or cause kickback.
Before starting to cut, turn tool "ON" and
allow the blade to come to full speed.
Tool can chatter or vibrate if blade speed is
too slow at beginning of cut and possibly
kickback.
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Disconnect the plug from the power source
and/or the battery pack 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. 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.
Battery tool use and care
Recharge only with the charger specified
by the manufacturer. A charger that is
suitable for one type of battery pack may
create a risk of fire when used with another
battery pack.
Use power tools only with specifically
designated battery packs. Use of any other
battery packs may create a risk of injury and
fire.
When battery pack is not in use, keep it
away from other metal objects like paper
clips, coins, keys, nails, screws, or other
small metal objects that can make a
connection from one terminal to another.
Shorting the battery terminals together may
cause burns or a fire.
Under abusive conditions, liquid may be
ejected from the battery, avoid contact. If
contact accidentally occurs, flush with
water. If liquid contacts eyes, additionally
seek medical help. Liquid ejected from the
battery may cause irritation or burns.
Service
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.
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Secure material before cutting. Never
hold it in your hand or across legs. Small
or thin material may flex or vibrate with the
blade, causing loss of control.
Make certain all adjusting screws and the
blade holder are tight before making a
cut. Loose adjusting screws and holders
can cause the tool or blade to slip and loss of
control may result.
When removing the blade from the tool
avoid contact with skin and use proper
protective gloves when grasping the
blade or accessory. Accessories may be
hot after prolonged use.
Additional Safety Warnings
GFC and personal protection devices like
electrician’s rubber gloves and footwear will
further enhance your personal safety.
Do not use AC only rated tools with a DC
power supply. While the tool may appear to
work, the electrical components of the AC
rated tool are likely to fail and create a hazard
to the operator.
Keep handles dry, clean and free from oil
and grease. Slippery hands cannot safely
control the power tool.
Develop a periodic maintenance schedule
for your tool. When cleaning a tool be
careful not to disassemble any portion of
the tool since internal wires may be
misplaced or pinched or safety guard return
springs may be improperly mounted.
Certain cleaning agents such as gasoline,
carbon tetrachloride, ammonia, etc. may
damage plastic parts.
Ensure the switch is in the off position
before inserting battery pack. nserting the
battery pack into power tools that have the
switch on invites accidents.
Some dust created by
power sanding, sawing,
grinding, drilling, and other construction
activities contains chemicals known 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 and
other masonry products, and
• 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.
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WARNING
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IMPORTANT: Some of the following symbols may be used on your tool. Please study them
and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the
tool better and safer.
Symbol Name Designation/Explanation
V Volts Voltage (potential)
A Amperes Current
Hz Hertz Frequency (cycles per second)
W Watt Power
kg Kilograms Weight
min Minutes Time
s Seconds Time
Diameter Size of drill bits, grinding wheels, etc.
n0 No load speed Rotational speed, at no load
n Rated speed Maximum attainable speed
.../min Revolutions or reciprocation Revolutions, strokes, surface speed,
per minute orbits etc. per minute
0 Off position Zero speed, zero torque...
1, 2, 3, ... Selector settings Speed, torque or position settings.
, , , Higher number means greater speed
nfinitely variable selector with off Speed is increasing from 0 setting
Arrow Action in the direction of arrow
Alternating current Type or a characteristic of current
Direct current Type or a characteristic of current
Alternating or direct current Type or a characteristic of current
Class construction Designates Double nsulated
Construction tools.
Earthing terminal Grounding terminal
Warning symbol Alerts user to warning messages
Li-ion RBRC seal Designates Li-ion battery recycling
program
Ni-Cad RBRC seal Designates Ni-Cad battery recycling
program
Read manual symbol Alerts user to read manual
Wear eye protection symbol Alerts user to wear eye protection
Symbols
0
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This symbol designates that this tool is listed by Underwriters Laboratories.
This symbol designates that this tool is listed by the Canadian Standards
Association.
This symbol designates that this tool is listed by the Canadian Standards
Association, to United States and Canadian Standards.
This symbol designates that this tool complies to NOM Mexican Standards.
This symbol designates that this tool is listed by the ntertek Testing
Services, to United States and Canadian Standards.
Symbols (continued)
IMPORTANT: Some of the following symbols may be used on your tool. Please study them
and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the
tool better and safer.
This symbol designates that this component is recognized by Underwriters
Laboratories.
This symbol designates that this tool is listed by Underwriters Laboratories,
to United States and Canadian Standards.
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Model number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . JS120
Maximum Capacities
Stroke length . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3/4" (18 mm)
Wood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1/2" (70 mm)
Aluminium . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1/8" (3 mm)
Mild steel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1/8" (3 mm)
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Functional Description and Specifications
Disconnect battery pack from tool or place the switch in the locked or
off position before making any assembly, adjustments or changing
accessories. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the tool
accidentally.
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WARNING
Cordless Jig Saw
SLIDE ON-OFF SWITCH
BLADE ORBIT SELECTOR LE ER
BLADE
GUIDE ROLLER
FOOTPLATE
FINGER
GUARD
BATTERY
PACK
RELEASE
TABS
BATTERY PACK
ALLEN WRENCH
& STORAGE AREA
BATTERY CHARGE
INDICATOR
TEMPERATURE
O ERLOAD PROECTION
INDICATOR
FIG. 1
Battery Packs/Chargers
Please refer to the Charger Manual included with your tool.
NOTE: For tool specifications refer to the nameplate on your tool.
LED
RUBBERIZED
GRIP
LED WORKLIGHT
ON/OFF SWITCH
ARIABLE SPEED DIAL
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BLADE INSTALLATION AND REMO AL
To prevent damage, do not
turn blade ejector lever when
there is no blade in the blade clamp or when
inserting the blade.
BLADE INSTALLATION
nsert the saw blade (teeth in cutting direction)
into the slot in the blade clamp until the blade
ejector lever rotates to the LEFT, indicating that
the clamp has engaged. (When inserting the
saw blade, the back of the blade must rest in
the groove of the guide roller Fig. 2.)
BLADE EJECTION
The tool should be held so that the blade is
safely ejected. To remove the saw blade, rotate
the blade ejector lever to the R GHT to the
center stop; this releases and ejects the saw
blade (Fig. 3).
BLADE CLAMP RESET – There are two
situations in which it is necessary to reset
the blade clamp:
RESET Type A: f the blade ejection lever is
rotated improperly, the “fingers” within the
clamp may slip into the blade insert slot. To
reset the clamp:
Step 1 – Using a a screwdriver, push down on
blade clamp fingers (as viewed from the bottom
of the jig saw), until clamp can be rotated.
Step 2 – Rotate blade ejector lever to the
R GHT until it locks into place.
The clamp is now ready for use.
RESET Type B: f the two fingers inside the
blade clamp accidentally get pushed too far into
the plunger, they will prevent insertion of a
blade. To bring the fingers back to their
correction positions:
Step 1 – Turn the blade ejector lever to the
R GHT (as viewed from the bottom of the jig
saw)
Step 2 – Continue the rotation unto fingers will
snap into the correct open position.
The clamp is now ready for use.
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Assembly
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CAUTION FIG. 2
FIG. 3
BLADE
CLAMP
LE ER
BLADE
CLAMP
LE ER
FINGERS
BLADE CLAMP IN OPEN POSITION
(As viewed from the bottom)
BLADE CLAMP IN LOCKED POSITION
(As viewed from the bottom)
BLADE
BLADE BLADE
Disconnect battery pack from tool or place the switch in the locked or
off position before making any assembly, adjustments or changing
accessories. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the tool
accidentally.
!
WARNING
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ATTACHING NON-MARRING
O ERSHOE
Your tool is equipped with a protective plastic
overshoe that protects finer surfaces.
To attach, hook overshoe over front of metal
footplate and snap into place at rear of
footplate (Fig. 4).
ANTI-SPLINTER INSERT
To minimize splintering of the top surface of
the material being cut, place the anti-splinter
insert in the blade opening of the footplate, or
the non-marring overshoe (Fig. 5).
Note: This insert will only work with blades
that have ground sides such as T301CD,
TB1B, T101D, and T101DP.
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1
2
FIG. 4 FIG. 5
NON-MARRING
O ERSHOE
ANTI-SPLINTER
INSERT
FOOTPLATE
INSERTING AND RELEASING
BATTERY PACK
Release battery pack from tool by pressing
on both sides of the battery release tabs and
pull downward (Fig. 6).
To insert battery, align battery and slide
battery pack into tool until it locks into position.
Do not force.
If battery release tabs are
cracked or otherwise
damaged, do not insert into tool. Battery
can fall out during operation.
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WARNING
FIG. 6
RELEASE
TABS
BATTERY
PACK
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SLIDE ON-OFF SWITCH
The tool is switched “ON” by the switch button
located at the side of the motor housing. The
switch locks in the “ON” position, a
convenience for continuous operation (Fig. 1).
TO TURN THE TOOL “ON” slide the switch
button forward.
TO UNLOCK THE SW TCH, slide the switch
button backward.
BRAKE
When the trigger is released it activates the
electrical brake to stop the blade quickly. This
feature is especially useful when making
repetitive cuts.
BLADE ORBIT SELECTOR LE ER
Maximum cutting efficiency can be obtained
by adjusting the blade orbit selector lever to
suit the material being cut.
The following chart will help you determine
which setting to use for your application. This
chart is intended as a guideline only, and test
cuts in scrap material should be performed
first to determine the best setting.
Setting O
Hard materials such as
metals or thin sheet metals.
This setting can be used with
knife blades, grit edge
blades, rasp work. and down
cutting blades.
Setting 1
Soft materials where cleaner
cutting or delicate scrolling
work is performed.
Setting 2
Medium density materials
such as harder woods or
particle board. Soft materials
such as wood, plastics, etc.
and when fast cutting is more
important than a clean cut.
WORK LIGHT
Your tool is equipped with a work light for better
visibility during operation. Once the tool has
been turned on, the light can be turned on by
pressing the LED switch. When the tool is
switched off, the light turns off. (Fig 1)
Operating Instructions
PLUNGER SPEED
The jigsaw cutting speed or stroke rate
required depends on the material being cut,
the type of blade being used, and the feed rate
preferred by the operator.
The best speed for a particular application is
largely determined by experience though as a
general rule, slower speeds are for denser
materials and faster speeds for softer materials.
Note: that when the jigsaw is used at low
speed settings for an extended length of time,
the motor temperature will rise due to slower
speeds of the internal cooling fan. n such
cases, it is necessary to occasionally run the
tool at full speed for a few minutes to keep the
motor running at high efficiency.
ARIABLE SPEED DIAL
Your Jigsaw is equipped with a variable speed
dial. The blade stroke rate may be adjusted
during cutting operation by presetting the dial
on or between any one of the six numbers.
SPM rating
Setting (strokes per minute)
1 1500
2 1800
3 2050
4 2300
5 2550
6 2800
Disconnect battery pack from tool or place the switch in the locked or
off position before making any assembly, adjustments or changing
accessories. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the tool
accidentally.
!
WARNING
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FOOTPLATE ANGLE ADJUSTMENT
The footplate may be tilted to allow angle cuts
up to 45° in either direction (Fig. 7).
Note: before adjusting the footplate, remove
anti-splinter insert if used.
Open the lock lever to unlock footplate. Push
and hold the footplate firmly towards the back
of tool as shown. While holding the footplate
backwards tilt footplate to desired angle on
bevel scale, then release pressure on footplate
so it engages into detent at desired angle (Fig. 7).
Your tool has detent slots the footplate will
engage at 0° & 45°, and there are additional
position marks for 15°, 22.5° and 30° angles.
Close the lock lever slowly to assure that
footplate is locked at the desired angle.
TOOL TIPS
Always be certain that smaller workpieces
are securely fastened to a bench or other
support. Larger panels may be held in place
by clamps on a bench or sawhorses.
To begin a cut, clearly mark the cutting line,
and rest the front of the footplate on the work.
Engage the switch, and move the blade into
the work using only enough forward pressure
to keep the blade cutting steadily. Do not
force, as this will not make the saw cut faster;
let the blade do the work.
Choose blades carefully, as the ability of the
jig saw to follow curves, provide smoother
finishes, or faster cutting is directly related to
the type of blade used (See your Bosch Dealer).
For tight curves it is best to use a narrow or
scroll blade.
When sawing metal or similar materials, apply
coolant/lubricant alongside the cutting line.
Use of reverse-tooth blade such as the Bosch
T101BR requires the orbital setting to be “0”
and that downward pressure be applied to the
top of the saw.
PLUNGE CUTTING
Plunge cutting is useful and time-saving in
making rough openings in softer materials. t
is not necessary to drill a hole for an inside or
pocket cut. The longest blade to be used for
plunge cutting is 3-1/8" (80 mm). Footplate
must be set 0° setting.
Draw lines for the opening, hold the saw
firmly, tilt it forward so that the toe of the saw
foot rests on the work, but with the blade well
clear of the work. Turn the tool on and run at
top speed, and then very gradually lower the
blade (Fig. 8).
When it touches, continue pressing down on
the toe of the saw foot slowly pivoting the saw
like a hinge until the blade cuts through and
the foot rests flat on the work. Then saw
ahead on the cutting line. We do not
recommend plunge cutting with a scroll blade.
Do not try to plunge cut into hard materials
such as steel.
To make sharp corners, cut up to the corner,
then back up slightly before rounding the
corner. After the opening is complete, go back
to each corner and cut it from the opposite
direction to square it off.
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FOOTPLATE
SCREW
FIG. 7
BE EL
SCALE
FOOTPLATE
FIG. 8
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TEMPERATURE-DEPENDENT
O ERLOAD PROTECTION
n normal conditions of use, the tool cannot
be overloaded. However, if the power tool is
overloaded or not kept within the permitted
battery temperature range, the speed is
reduced or the power tool switches off. f the
tool speed is automatically reduced in such
situations, the tool will run again at full speed
once the permitted battery temperature is
reached or the load is reduced. During
automatic shut-down, switch off the power
tool, allow the battery to cool down, and then
switch the power tool back on. (Fig. 1)
TEMPERATURE-DEPENDENT O ERLOAD
PROTECTION INDICATOR
The red LED indicator will help you in
protecting the battery against overheating
and the motor against overloading. (Fig. 1)
When the LED indicator continuously lights
up red, it means that the temperature of the
battery is too high and the tool switches off
automatically.
– Switch the power tool off.
– Allow the battery to cool down before
continuing to work.
When the LED indicator flashes red, it means
the tool is plunger mechanism has been
stopped by the workpiece and the tool
switches off automatically.
– Remove the tool from the workpiece.
– As soon as the plunger mechanism has
been freed, the tool will continue to work at
the set stroke rate.
RESTART PROTECTION
The restart protection feature prevents
uncontrolled starting of the machine after a
power failure. Once the restart protection
feature is active, the temperature overload
protection indicator blinks continuously.
(Fig. 1)
To restart the operation, switch the On/Off
switch to the Off position and start the tool
again.
Note: When switching off and on again very
quickly, it is possible that the restarting
protection will be triggered; this will prevent
the power tool from starting, even though the
On/Off switch is actuated. Set the On/Off
switch to the off position, and then switch the
tool on again.
PROTECTION AGAINST DEEP
DISCHARGING
The lithium ion battery is protected against
deep discharging by the “Electronic Cell
Protection (ECP)”. When the battery is
empty, the machine is switched off by means
of a protective circuit: The inserted tool no
longer rotates.
BATTERY CHARGE-CONTROL
INDICATION
The three green LEDs of the battery charge-
control indicator show the charging status of
the battery. (Fig. 1) The battery charge
control indicator only illuminates for 5
seconds after start-up.
LED Capacity
Continuous lighting 3 x green 2/3
Continuous lighting 2 x green 1/3
Continuous lighting 1 x green <1/3
Flashing light 1 x green Reserve
Flashing light 3 x green Empty
When no LED lights up after switching on,
then the battery is defective and must be
replaced.
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JA1010 CIRCLE AND PARALLEL
CUTTING GUIDE
The JA1010 is used for fast and accurate
straight and circle cutting. t includes the
guide, two clamps for attaching it to the jig
saw (A), and a center pin for guiding circle
cuts (B). The clamps and the centering pin
can be stored on the guide (Fig. 9).
One end of the clamp is used to attach the
guide’s bar to jig saws that have narrow tops
on their footplate mounting slots (C) and the
other end is used to attach the guide’s bar to
jig saws that have wide tops on their footplate
mounting slots (D) (Fig. 10).
When possible, attach the bar to the jig saw
using both clamps for enhanced grip and
precision.
ATTACHING GUIDE TO JIG SAW
1. Orient the blade clamp so that the proper
end is placed on the jig saw foot from
either side of the tool.
2. nsert guide bar through a clamp, then
through the slots provided in foot, with the
guide’s fence orientated correctly for the
intended application, parallel cutting or
circle cutting. ( f possible, place second
clamp on bar from opposite side of jig
saw.)
3. Place lock knob(s) on proper side of
clamp(s) and securely tighten lock knob(s)
on the clamp(s) (Fig. 11).
PARALLEL CUTTING
Parallel cuts can be made from 5/8” to 6” in
from the edge of the workpiece.
1. The guide fence surface needs to be
positioned ALONGS DE the workpiece
(Fig. 12).
2. Hook clamp(s) onto footplate, adjust fence
to desired width and place lock knob(s) on
proper side of clamp(s)
3. Securely tighten lock knob(s) on the
clamp(s) (Fig. 11).
4. nsert jig saw plug into power source, hold
the saw firmly, squeeze trigger and slowly
push the saw forward (Fig. 12).
A
B
D
C
1
3
2
FIG. 9
FIG. 10
FIG. 11
FIG. 12
BAR
LOCK KNOB
CLAMP
EDGE GUIDE
DOWN
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CIRCLE CUTTING
Circle cuts can be made from 5” to 16-1/2” in
diameter
1. Determine the center point of the desired
circle.
2. Drill a 3/16” (5 mm) center hole 7/8” (23
mm) deep in workpiece. (For enhanced
precision, drill the hole using a drill press, if
possible).
3. Drill or plunge cut near the circle’s edge,
turn saw off, and disconnect the plug from
power source.
4. nsert guide bar through a clamp, then
through the slots provided in foot, from
either side of foot (Fig. 13). ( f possible,
place second clamp on bar from opposite
side of jig saw).
5. Remove guide pin from end of guide, push
pin through proper hole provided in guide,
then into center hole of workpiece. (When
used with a Bosch JS572 jig saw --- or the
JS180 cordless jig saw --- the holes labeled
for the JS572 should be used.) For other jig
saws, one of the other holes should be
used.
6. Measure the distance from the center of the
hole to the desired circle radius. Adjust that
measurement as necessary to account for
the width of the blade:
- When cutting a hole, cut from inside the
intended radius.
- When cutting wheels or discs, cut from the
outside the intended radius.
7. Hook clamp(s) onto footplate, and position
the guide to that adjusted radius
measurement.
8. Place lock knob(s) on proper side of
clamp(s) and securely tighten lock knob(s)
on the clamp(s) (Fig. 11).
9. nsert jig saw plug into power source, hold
the saw firmly, squeeze trigger and slowly
push the saw forward.
CIRCLE-CUTTING TIPS:
• Place small wedges in the cut as shown in
Fig. 14, to keep the inner circle from
spreading when near the end of the cut.
• Use a thick jig saw blade, such as the
Bosch T101TP or T144DP whenever
possible.
• Make sure that the jig saw orbital setting is
at 0 (zero)
• Cut slowly so the blade will stay straight in
the cut.
FIG. 13
FIG. 14
GUIDE
PIN
LOCK
KNOB
CLAMP WEDGE
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Accessories
Maintenance
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Service
NO USER SER ICE-ABLE
PARTS INSIDE. Preventive
maintenance performed by un au thorized
personnel may result in misplacing of
internal wires and components which
could cause serious hazard. We recom -
mend that all tool service be performed by a
Bosch Factory Service Center or Authorized
Bosch Service Station. SERV CE MEN:
Disconnect tool and/or charger from power
source before servicing.
BATTERIES
Be alert for battery packs that are nearing
their end of life. f you notice decreased
tool performance or significantly shorter
running time between charges then it is time
to replace the battery pack. Failure to do so
can cause the tool to operate improperly or
damage the charger.
TOOL LUBRICATION
Your Bosch tool has been properly lubricated
and is ready for use.
CARBON BRUSHES
The brushes and commutator in your tool
have been engineered for many hours of
dependable service. To maintain peak
efficiency of the motor, we recommend every
two to six months the brush es be examined.
Only genuine Bosch replace ment brushes
specially designed for your tool should be
used.
BEARINGS
Bearings which become noisy (due to heavy
load or very abrasive material cut ting) should
be replaced at once to avoid overheating or
motor failure.
D.C. MOTORS
The motor in your tool has been engineered
for many hours of dependable service. To
maintain peak efficiency of the motor, we
recommend it be examined every six
months. Only a genuine Bosch replacement
motor specially designed for your tool should
be used.
Cleaning
To avoid accidents, always
disconnect the tool and/or
charger from the power supply before
cleaning. The tool may be cleaned most
effectively with com pressed dry air. Always
wear safety goggles when cleaning tools
with compressed air.
Ventilation openings and switch levers must
be kept clean and free of foreign matter. Do
not attempt to clean by inserting pointed
objects through opening.
Certain cleaning agents
and solvents damage
plastic parts. Some of these are: gasoline,
car bon tetrachloride, chlorinated cleaning
solvents, ammonia and household detergents
that contain ammonia.
CLEANING BLADE HOLDER
Clean the saw blade holder regularly. For this,
remove the saw blade from the tool and lightly
tap footplate on a level surface.
Regularly spray penetrating oil onto the saw
blade holder.
Check the guide roller regularly. f worn, it
must be replaced through an authorized
Bosch Factory Service Center
Lubricate the guide roller occasionally with a
drop of oil.
!
WARNING
!
WARNING
!
CAUTION
* Non-marring overshoe
* Anti splinter insert
* T-shank jig saw blade
** Circle and parallel cutting guide
** Carrying case
** Other T-shank jig saw blades
(*= standard equipment)
(**= optional accessories)
The use of any other acces so ries not specified in this manual may create a hazard.
!
WARNING
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euillez lire tous les avertissements et toutes les consignes de sécurité. Si l'on
n'observe p s ces vertissements et ces consignes de sécurité, il existe un risque de
choc électrique, d'incendie et/ou de blessures corporelles gr ves.
CONSER EZ TOUS LES A ERTISSEMENTS ET TOUTES LES CONSIGNES
DE SÉCURITÉ POUR RÉFÉRENCE FUTURE.
D ns les vertissements, le terme « outil électroport tif » se r pporte à votre outil br nché sur le secteur ( vec fil)
ou à votre outil limenté p r piles (s ns fil).
Avertissements généraux concernant la sécurité des outils électroportatifs
A ERTISSEMENT
!
Sécurité du lieu de travail
Maintenez le lieu de travail propre et bien éclairé.
Les risques d’ ccident sont plus élevés qu nd on
tr v ille d ns un endroit encombré ou sombre.
N’utilisez pas d’outils électroportatifs dans des
atmosphères explosives, comme par exemple en
présence de gaz, de poussières ou de liquides
inflammables. Les outils électroport tifs produisent
des étincelles qui risquent d’enfl mmer les poussières
ou les v peurs.
Éloignez les enfants et les visiteurs quand vous vous
servez d’un outil électroportatif. Vous risquez une
perte de contrôle si on vous distr it.
Sécurité électrique
Les fiches des outils électroportatifs doivent
correspondre à la prise. Il ne faut absolument jamais
modifier la fiche. N’utilisez pas d’adaptateur de prise
avec des outils électroportatifs munis d’une fiche de
terre. Le risque de choc électrique est moindre si on
utilise une fiche non modifiée sur une prise qui lui
correspond.
Évitez tout contact du corps avec des surfaces reliées
à la terre tels que tuyaux, radiateurs, gazinières ou
réfrigérateurs. Le risque de choc électrique ugmente
si votre corps est relié à l terre.
N’exposez pas les outils électroportatifs à la pluie ou
à l’humidité. Si de l’e u pénètre d ns un outil
électroport tif, le risque de choc électrique ugmente.
Ne maltraitez pas le cordon. Ne vous en servez
jamais pour transporter l’outil électroportatif, pour le
tirer ou pour le débrancher. Éloignez le cordon de la
chaleur, des huiles, des arêtes coupantes ou des
pièces mobiles. Les cordons bîmés ou emmêlés
ugmentent les risques de choc électrique.
Si vous utilisez un outil électroportatif à l’extérieur,
employez une rallonge conçue pour l’extérieur. Ces
r llonges sont f ites pour l’extérieur et réduisent le
risque de choc électrique.
S'il est absolument nécessaire d'utiliser l'outil
électroportatif dans un endroit humide, utilisez une
alimentation protégée par un disjoncteur de fuite de
terre (GFCI). L'utilis tion d'un disjoncteur GFCI réduit
les risques de choc électrique.
Sécurité personnelle
Restez concentré, faites attention à ce que vous
faites, et servez-vous de votre bon sens lorsque vous
utilisez un outil électroportatif. N'employez pas
d’outils électroportatifs quand vous êtes fatigué ou
sous l’emprise de drogues, d’alcool ou de
médicaments. Qu nd on utilise des outils
électroport tifs, il suffit d’un moment d’in ttention pour
c user des blessures corporelles gr ves.
Utilisez des équipements de sécurité personnelle.
Portez toujours une protection oculaire. Le port
d'équipements de sécurité tels que des m sques
ntipoussières, des ch ussures de sécurité
ntidér p ntes, des c sques de ch ntier et des
protecteurs d'oreilles d ns des conditions ppropriées
réduir le risque de blessure corporelle.
Évitez les démarrages intempestifs. Assurez-vous que
l'interrupteur est dans la position arrêt (Off) avant de
brancher l'outil dans une prise de courant et/ou un
bloc-piles, de le ramasser ou de le transporter. Le
tr nsport d'un outil électroport tif vec le doigt sur l
gâchette ou le br nchement de cet outil qu nd
l'interrupteur est en position de m rche (ON) est une
invite ux ccidents.
Enlevez toutes les clés de réglage avant de mettre
l’outil électroportatif en marche. Si on l isse une clé
sur une pièce tourn nte de l’outil électroport tif, il y
risque de blessure corporelle.
Ne vous penchez pas. Conservez toujours une bonne
assise et un bon équilibre. Ceci vous permettr de
mieux m îtriser l’outil électroport tif d ns des situ tions
in ttendues.
Habillez-vous de manière appropriée. Ne portez pas
de vêtements amples ou de bijoux. Attachez les
cheveux longs. N’approchez pas les cheveux, les
vêtements ou les gants des pièces en mouvement.
Les vêtements mples, les bijoux ou les cheveux longs
risquent d’être h ppés p r les pièces en mouvement.
Si l’outil est muni de dispositifs permettant le
raccordement d’un système d’aspiration et de
collecte des poussières, assurez-vous que ces
dispositifs sont raccordés et utilisés correctement.
L'utilis tion d'un dépoussiéreur peut réduire les
d ngers ssociés à l' ccumul tion de poussière.
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Tenez l’outil électroportatif par ses surfaces de
préhension isolées lorsque vous effectuez une
opération à l’occasion de laquelle l’accessoire de
coupe risque d’entrer en contact avec un fil caché.
Tout cont ct de l’ ccessoire de coupe vec un fil sous
tension risque de mettre ussi sous tension les
p rties mét lliques exposées de l’outil électroport tif,
ce qui pourr it c user un choc électrique pour
l’opér teur.
Utilisez des brides ou d’autres moyens pratiques de
brider ou de supporter la pièce sur une plate-forme
stable. Tenir l pièce à l m in ou contre le corps est
inst ble et risque de résulter en une perte de contrôle.
Ne percez, fixez et ne rentrez pas dans des murs
existants ou autres endroits aveugles pouvant
abriter des fils électriques. Si cette situ tion est
inévit ble, débr nchez tous les fusibles ou les
disjoncteurs liment nt ce site.
Débranchez le bloc-pile de l'outil ou placez
l'interrupteur à la position de blocage ou d'arrêt
avant d'effectuer tout assemblage ou réglage ou de
changer les accessoires. Ces mesures de sécurité
préventives réduisent le risque d'une mise en m rche
ccidentelle de l'outil.
Ne tenez jamais la gâchette bloquée en position de
marche. Avant d’insérer le bloc-pile, vérifiez que le
blocage de gâchette est en position « arrêt » (OFF).
Les mises en m rche ccidentelles peuvent c user
des blessures.
Gardez les mains à l'écart de la zone de coupe. Ne
placez surtout pas la main sous le matériau que
vous coupez. Il est impossible de déterminer
ex ctement l proximité de l l me de votre m in.
Règles de sécurité concernant les scies sauteuses
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Utilisation et entretien des outils
électroportatifs
Ne forcez pas sur l’outil électroportatif. Utilisez l’outil
électroportatif qui convient à la tâche à effectuer.
L’outil qui convient à l tâche f it un meilleur tr v il et
est plus sûr à l vitesse pour lequel il été conçu.
Ne vous servez pas de l’outil électroportatif si son
interrupteur ne parvient pas à le mettre en marche ou
à l’arrêter. Tout outil électroport tif qui ne peut p s
être comm ndé p r son interrupteur est d ngereux et
doit être rép ré.
Débranchez la fiche de la prise ou enlevez le bloc-pile
de l’outil électroportatif avant tout réglage,
changement d’accessoires ou avant de ranger l’outil
électroportatif. De telles mesures de sécurité
préventive réduisent le risque de dém rr ge intempestif
de l’outil électroport tif.
Rangez les outils électroportatifs dont vous ne vous
servez pas hors de portée des enfants et ne permettez
pas à des personnes qui ne connaissent pas l’outil
électroportatif ou qui ignorent ces consignes de s’en
servir. Les outils électroport tifs sont d ngereux d ns
les m ins d’utilis teurs inexpérimentés.
Entretenez les outils électroportatifs. érifiez que les
pièces mobiles sont alignées correctement et ne
coincent pas. érifiez qu’il n’y a pas de pièces
cassées ou d’autre circonstance qui risquent
d’affecter le fonctionnement de l’outil électroportatif.
Si l’outil est abîmé, faites-le réparer avant de
l’utiliser. De nombreux ccidents sont c usés p r des
outils électroport tifs m l entretenus.
Maintenez les outils coupants affûtés et propres. Les
outils coup nts entretenus correctement et dotés de
bords tr nch nts ffûtés sont moins susceptibles de
coincer et sont plus f ciles à m îtriser.
Utilisez l'outil électroportatif, les accessoires et les
embouts d'outil, etc. conformément à ces
instructions, en tenant compte des conditions de
travail et des travaux à réaliser. L'emploi d’outils
électroport tifs pour des tâches différentes de celles
pour lesquelles ils ont été prévus peut résulter en une
situ tion d ngereuse.
Utilisation et entretien des outils à piles
Rechargez les piles uniquement avec le chargeur
spécifié par le fabriquant. Un ch rgeur qui convient à
un type de bloc-piles peut entr îner un risque d’incendie
qu nd il est utilisé vec un utre bloc-piles.
Utilisez des outils électroportatifs uniquement avec
les bloc-piles spécifiquement désignés pour eux.
L’utilis tion de tout utre bloc-piles peut créer un risque
de blessures et d’incendie.
Lorsque le bloc-piles n’est pas utilisé, gardez-le à
distances d’autres objets métalliques tels que des
trombones, des pièces de monnaie, des clés, des
clous, des vis ou de tout autre objet métallique
pouvant faire une connexion entre une borne et une
autre. Court-circuiter les bornes des piles peut c user
des brûlures ou un incendie.
Dans des conditions abusives, du liquide peut être
éjecté de la pile ; dans un tel cas, évitez tout contact
avec ce liquide. Si un contact se produit
accidentellement, rincez avec de l’eau. Si le liquide
entre en contact avec les yeux, consultez un médecin.
Du liquide éjecté de l pile peut c user des irrit tions ou
des brûlures.
Entretien
Faites réparer votre outil électroportatif par un agent
de service qualifié n’utilisant que des pièces de
rechange identiques. Ceci ssure que l sécurité de
l’outil électroport tif est préservée.
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Évitez de vous placer les mains entre le carter
d'engrenages et le porte-lame de la scie. Le porte-
l me à mouvement ltern tif risquer it de vous pincer
les doigts.
N'utilisez pas de lames émoussées ou
endommagées. Les l mes pliées peuvent isément
se fr cturer ou c user un rebond.
Avant de commencer à couper, mettez l'outil en
marche et attendez que la lame atteigne sa vitesse
maximale. L'outil peut trembler ou vibrer si l vitesse
de l l me est trop lente u début de l coupe, et il
peut éventuellement rebondir.
Il importe de bien assujettir la pièce sur laquelle
vous travaillez. Ne la tenez jamais dans votre main
ou sur vos jambes. Les pièces minces et plus petites
peuvent fléchir ou vibrer vec l l me, risqu nt insi
de vous f ire perdre le contrôle.
Avant de commencer à scier, assurez-vous que
toutes les vis de réglage et que le porte-lame sont
serrés. Les vis de régl ge et porte-l me lâches
peuvent f ire glisser l'outil ou l l me et insi vous
f ire perdre le contrôle.
En retirant la lame de l'outil, évitez le contact avec
la peau et utilisez des gants protecteurs appropriés
en saisissant la lame ou l'accessoire. Les
ccessoires peuvent être ch uds près un us ge
prolongé.
Avertissements supplémentaires concernant la sécurité
L’emploi d’un GFCI et de dispositifs de protection
personnelle tels que g nts et ch ussures d’électricien en
c outchouc méliorent votre sécurité personnelle.
N’utilisez pas un outil conçu uniquement pour le C.A.
sur une alimentation en C.C. Même si l’outil semble
fonctionner, les compos nts électriques d’un outil prévu
pour le C.A. tomberont prob blement en p nne et
risquent de créer un d nger pour l’utilis teur.
Maintenez les poignées sèches et exemptes d’huile et
de graisse. On ne p s m îtriser un outil électroport tif
en toute sécurité qu nd on les m ins gliss ntes.
Créez un agenda d’entretien périodique pour votre
outil. Quand vous nettoyez un outil, faites attention
de n’en démonter aucune pièce car il est toujours
possible de mal remonter ou de pincer les fils
internes ou de remonter incorrectement les ressorts
de rappel des capots de protection. Cert ins gents de
nettoy ge tels que l’essence, le tétr chlorure de
c rbone, l’ mmoni que, etc. risquent d’ bîmer les
pl stiques.
eillez à ce que l’interrupteur soit dans la position de
fermeture avant d’insérer le bloc-piles. L’insertion
d’un bloc-piles d ns un outil électroport tif dont
l’interrupteur est d ns l position de m rche est une
invite ux ccidents.
Les travaux à la machine
tel que ponçage, sciage,
meulage, perçage et autres travaux du bâtiment
peuvent créer des poussières contenant des produits
chimiques qui sont des causes reconnues de cancer,
de malformation congénitale ou d’autres problèmes
reproductifs. Ces produits chimiques sont, par
exemple :
• Le plomb proven nt des peintures à b se de plomb,
• Les crist ux de silices proven nt des briques et du
ciment et d’ utres produits de m çonnerie, et
• L’ rsenic et le chrome proven nt des bois tr ités
chimiquement.
Le nive u de risque dû à cette exposition v rie vec l
fréquence de ces types de tr v ux. Pour réduire
l’exposition à ces produits chimiques, il f ut tr v iller
d ns un lieu bien ventilé et porter un équipement de
sécurité pproprié tel que cert ins m sques à poussière
conçus spéci lement pour filtrer les p rticules
microscopiques.
A ERTISSEMENT
!
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IMPORTANT : Cert ins des symboles suiv nts peuvent être utilisés sur votre outil. Veuillez les étudier et pprendre
leur signific tion. Une interprét tion ppropriée de ces symboles vous permettr d'utiliser l'outil de f çon plus
effic ce et plus sûre.
Symbole Nom Désignation/Explication
V Volts Tension (potentielle)
A Ampères Cour nt
Hz Hertz Fréquence (cycles p r seconde)
W W tt Puiss nce
kg Kilogr mmes Poids
min Minutes Temps
s Secondes Temps
Di mètre T ille des mèches de perceuse, meules, etc.
n0 Vitesse à vide Vitesse de rot tion, à vide
n Vitesse nomin le Vitesse m ximum pouv nt être tteinte
.../min Tours ou mouvement ltern tif p r Tours, coups, vitesse en surf ce, orbites,
minute etc., p r minute
0 Position d' rrêt Vitesse zéro, couple zéro ...
1, 2, 3, ... Régl ges du sélecteur Régl ges de vitesse, de couple ou de position. Un
l, ll, lll, ... nombre plus élevé signifie une vitesse plus gr nde
Sélecteur v ri ble à l'infini vec rrêt L vitesse ugmente depuis le régl ge 0
Flèche Action d ns l direction de l flèche
Cour nt ltern tif Type ou c r ctéristique du cour nt
Cour nt continu Type ou c r ctéristique du cour nt
Cour nt ltern tif ou continu Type ou c r ctéristique du cour nt
Construction cl sse II Désigne des outils construits vec double
isol tion
Borne de terre Borne de mise à l terre
Symbole d' vertissement Alerte l'utilis teur ux mess ges
d' vertissement.
Sce u Li-ion RBRC Désigne le progr mme de recycl ge
des piles Li-ion.
Sce u Ni-C d RBRC Désigne le progr mme de recycl ge
des piles Ni-C d.
Symbole de lecture du mode Alerte l’utilis teur pour lire le mode
d’emploi d’emploi
Symbole de port de lunettes Alerte l’utilis teur pour porter des lunettes
de sécurité de sécurité
Symboles
0
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Ce symbole signifie que cet outil est pprouvé p r Underwriters L bor tories.
Ce symbole signifie que cet outil est pprouvé p r l'Associ tion c n dienne
de norm lis tion.
Ce symbole signifie que cet outil est pprouvé p r l'Associ tion c n dienne de norm lis tion
selon les normes des Ét ts-Unis et du C n d .
Ce symbole signifie que cet outil se conforme ux normes mexic ines NOM.
Ce symbole signifie que cet outil est pprouvé p r Intertek Testing Services selon
les normes des Ét ts-Unis et du C n d
Symboles (suite)
IMPORTANT : Cert ins des symboles suiv nts peuvent être utilisés sur votre outil. Veuillez les étudier et pprendre
leur signific tion. Une interprét tion ppropriée de ces symboles vous permettr d'utiliser l'outil de f çon plus
effic ce et plus sûre.
Ce symbole indique que ce compos nt est reconnu p r Underwriters L bor tories.
Ce symbole signifie que cet outil est pprouvé p r Underwriters L bor tories selon les
normes des Ét ts-Unis et du C n d .
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