Craftsman 320.28223 User manual

6Amp 2-in-1 Jig Saw
Model No. 320.28223
WARNING: To reduce the risk of
injury, the user must read and
understand the Operator's manual
before using this product.
• WARRANTY
• SAFETY
• UNPACKING
• DESCRiPTiON
•OPERATION
• MAINTENANCE
• TROUBLESHOOTING
• ESPANOL
Sears Brands Management Corporation, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
www,cfaftsman,com

Warranty Page 2
Safety Symbols Pages 3-4
Safety Instructions Pages 5-10
Unpacking Page 11
Description Pages 12-14
Operation Pages 14-28
Maintenance Pages 28-29
Accessories Page 30
Troubleshooting Page 31
Exploded View and Parts List Pages 32-36
Sears Repair Parts Phone Number Back Cover
CRAFTSMAN ONE YEAR FULL WARRANTY
FOR ONE YEAR from the date of purchase, this product is warranted
against any defects in material or workmanship. Defective product will be
replaced free of charge.
For warranty coverage details to obtain free replacement, visit the web
site: www.craftsman.com
This warranty does not cover blades and bulbs, which are expendable parts
that can wear out from normal use within the warranty period.
This warranty is void if this product is ever used while providing commercial
services or if rented to another person.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other
rights which vary from state to state.
Sears Brands Management Corporation, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
WARNING: Some dust created by using power tools contains chemicals
known to the state of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other
reproductive harm.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS!
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The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your attention to possible dangers.
The safety symbols and the explanations with them deserve your careful
attention and understanding. The symbol warnings do not, by themselves,
eliminate any danger. The instructions and warnings they give are no substitutes
for proper accident prevention measures.
,_ WARNING: Be sure to read and understand all safety instructions in this
manual, including all safety alert symbols, such as "DANGER," "WARNING,"
and "CAUTION," before using this Jig Saw. Failure to following all instructions
listed below may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious personal injury.
SYMBOL MEANING
SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL: Indicates DANGER, WARNING, OR CAUTION.
May be used in conjunction with other symbols or pictographs.
DANGER: Failure to obey this safety warning will result in death or serious
injury to yourself or to others. Always follow the safety precautions to reduce the
risk of fire, electric shock, and personal injury.
WARNING: Failure to obey this safety warning can result in death or serious
injury to yourself or to others. Always follow the safety precautions to reduce the
risk of fire, electric shock, and personal injury.
CAUTION: Failure to obey this safety warning may result in death or serious
injury to yourself or to others. Always follow the safety precautions to reduce the
risk of fire, electric, shock and personal injury.
DAMAGE PREVENTION AND INFORMATION MESSAGES
These inform user of important information and/or instructions that could lead to
equipment or other property damage if not followed. Each message is preceded
by the word "NOTE" as in the example below.
NOTE: Equipment and/or property damage may result if these instructions
are not followed.
WARNING: The operation of any power tool can result in
foreign objects being thrown into your eyes, which can result in
severe eye damage. Before beginning power tool operation,
always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields
and a full-face shield when needed. We recommend a Wide
Vision Safety Mask for use over eyeglasses or standard safety
glasses with side shields, available at Sears Stores or other
Craftsman outlets. Always use eye protection that is marked to
comply with ANSI Z87.1
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Some of these following symbols may be used on this 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 DESIG NATION/EXPLANATION
V Volts Voltage
A Amperes Current
Hz Hertz Frequency (cycles per second)
W Watt Power
min Minutes Time
,m_ Alternating Current Type of current
Direct Current Type or a characteristic of current
n o No Load Speed Rotational speed, at no load
] Class II Construction Double-insulated construction
.../min Per Minute Revolutions, strokes, surface speed,
orbits, etc., per minute
Do not expose to rain or use in damp
Wet Conditions Alert locations.
To reduce the risk of injury, user must
Read The Operator's Manual read and understand operator's manual
before using this product.
Always wear safety goggles or safety
Eye Protection glasses with side shields and a full face
shield when operating this product.
Alert Precautions that involve
Safety your safety.
No Hands Symbol Failure to keep your hands away from theblade will result in serious personal injury.
No Hands Failure to keep your hands away from the
Symbol blade will result in serious personal injury.
No Hands Failure to keep your hands away from the
Symbol blade will result in serious personal injury.
No Hands Symbol Failure to keep your hands away from the
blade will result in serious personal injury.
Hot Surface To reduce the risk of injury or damage,avoid contact with any hot surface.
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,_ WARNING: Be sure to read and understand all instructions in this manual
before using the jig saw. Failure to follow all instructions may result in hazardous
radiation exposure, electric shock, fire, and/or serious personal injury.
,_ WARNING: Do not attempt to operate this tool until you have thoroughly
read all instructions, safety rules, and warnings. Failure to comply with them can
result in fire, electric shock, or serious personal injury. Save the manual and refer
to it frequently.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS FOR LASERS
This jig saw has a built-in laser light. The laser is a Class Ilia and emits output
power of a maximum 2.5mW and 650 wavelengths. These lasers do not normally
present an optical hazard. However, do not stare at the beam as this can cause
flash blindness.
The following label is on your tool. It indicates where
the saw emits the laser light. Be aware of the laser
bystanders in the vicinity of use are made aware of the _i_:!_'_io0_:_,:_';;;;;......
dangers of looking directly into the laser.
WARNING: Laser light. Laser radiation. Avoid Direct Eye Exposure. Do
not stare into beam. Only turn laser beam on when the saw is on the workpiece.
Class Ilia laser.
,_ WARNING: Use of controls, adjustments or performance of procedures other
than those specified in this manual may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
,_k WARNING: The use of optical instruments such as, but not limited to,
telescopes or transits to view the laser beam will increase eye hazard.
CAUTION: Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures
other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure
* Do not remove or deface any product labels. Removing product labels
increases the risk of exposure to laser radiation.
= The laser beam can be harmful to the eyes. Always avoid direct eye
exposure. Do not look directly into the laser beam output aperture during
operation. Do not project the laser beam directly into the eyes of others. Turn
laser on only when making cuts.
= Laser enhancing safety glasses are included to enhance the laser beam in
bright light conditions. Do not wear these glasses if they interfere with the
safe operation of this saw.
= The laser on the jig saw is not a toy. Always keep out of the reach of children.
The laser light emitted from this device should never be directed towards any
person for any reason.
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• Be sure the laser beam is aimed at a workpiece (such as wood or rough
coated surfaces) that does not have a reflective surface.
Do not use on surfaces such as sheet steel that have a shiny, reflective
surface. The shiny surface could reflect the beam back at the operator. Be
aware that laser light reflected off of a mirror or any other reflective surfaces
can also be dangerous.
Always turn the laser beam off when not in use. Leaving the tool on
increases the risk of someone inadvertently staring into the laser's beam.
CAUTION: Always follow only the instructions contained in this manual
when using this laser. Use of this feature in any manner other than what appears
in this manual may result in a hazardous radiation exposure.
Do not attempt to modify the performance of this laser device in any way.
This may result in a dangerous exposure to laser radiation.
Always use only the accessories that are recommended by Sears for use
with this product. Use of accessories that have been designed for use with
other laser tools could result in serious injury.
For further information regarding lasers, refer to ANSI-Z136.1 the
STANDARD FOR THE SAFE USE OF LASERS, available from the Laser
institute of America [phone].
GENERAL SAFETY RULES
WARNING: Read all safety warnings and instructions. Failure to follow the
warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and /or serious injury.
Save 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.
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.
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• 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 apower 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.
PERSONAL SAFETY
= Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when
operating a power tool. Do not use tool while 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
energising in 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,
clothing and gloves 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 these devices 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.
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=Disconnect the plug from the power source and/or the battery pack
from the power tool before marking 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.
WARNING: When using power tools, basic safety precautions should always
be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and personal injury.
_, WARNING: The operation of any tool can result in foreign objects being
propelled into your eyes, resulting in severe eye damage. When operating power
tool, always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields and a full
face shield when needed.
_k WARNING: If any parts are missing, do not operate the tool until the missing
parts have been replaced. Doing so could result in serious personal injury.
SERVICE SAFETY
=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.
= If any part of this jig saw is missing or should break, bend, or fail in any
way; or should any electrical component fail to perform properly: shut off the
power switch and remove the saw plug from the power source and have the
missing, damaged, or failed parts replaced before resuming operation.
= Tool service must be performed only at a Sears Parts & Repair Service
Center. Service or maintenance performed by unqualified personnel could
result in a risk of injury.
= Use only identical replacement parts when servicing a tool. Follow the
instructions in the maintenance section of this manual. Use of unauthorized
parts or failure to follow maintenance instructions may create a risk of
electric shock or injury.
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SPECiFiC SAFETY RULES FOR JIG SAW
,_ DANGER: Keep hands away from cutting area and blade. Keep your second
hand on the auxiliary handle or motor housing. If both hands are holding the
saw, the blade cannot cut them.
CAUTION: Blades coast after saw is switched off.
• Hold tool by insulated gripping surfaces (handles) when performing an
operation where the cutting tool may contact hidden wiring or its own cord.
Contact with a "live" wire will make the exposed metal parts of the tool "live"
and shock the operator.
• 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.
• Check that the switch is "off" before plugging the tool in. Accidental starting
could cause injury.
• Be aware of the function of the switch "Lock-On" button. To switch the lock-
on switch off just by first pressing the switch and then immediately releasing.
• Keep your body positioned to either side of the saw blade, but not in line
with the saw blade.
=Do not reach underneath the work. The blade guard cannot protect you from
the blade beneath the work.
= Do not touch the blade or the workpiece immediately after operation; they
may be extremely hot and could burn your skin.
= Do not cut an oversized workpiece.
= Check for the proper clearance under the workpiece before cutting so that
the blade will not strike the workbench or material under the workpiece.
= Make sure the blade is not contacting the workpiece before the switch is
turned on.
• Secure material before cutting. Never hold a workpiece in your hand or legs.
Small or thin material may flex or vibrate with the blade, causing loss of control.
• When ripping, always use a rip fence or straight edge guide (sold separately). This
improves the accuracy of the cut and reduces the chance of the blade binding.
• Never cut more than one piece at a time. Do not stack more than one
workpiece on the worktable at a time.
• Avoid awkward operations and hand positions where a sudden slip could
cause your hand to move into the blade.
• Never reach into the cutting path of the blade.
• Blade guide rollers must support the blade when cutting. The rollers must
rest against the back edge of blade. The only cutting operation when rollers
do not support the blade is the scrolling mode. When Scrolling the blade
must swivel as it is guided to follow scroll patterns. Always move the base
back and blade guide up and back away from blade in scrolling mode.
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ADDITIONAL RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION
,_ WARNING: Be sure to read and understand all instructions. Failure to follow
all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious
personal injury.
• Know your power tool. Read operator's manual carefully. Learn the
applications, as well as the specific potential hazards related to this tool.
Following this rule will reduce the risk of electric shock, fire or serious injury.
•Always wear safety glasses or eye shields when using this saw. Everyday
eyeglasses have only impact-resistant lenses; they are not safety glasses.
•Protect your lungs. Wear a face mask or dust mask if the operation is dusty.
•Protect your hearing. Wear appropriate personal hearing protection during
use. Under some conditions noise from this product may contribute to
hearing loss.
• All visitors and bystanders must wear the same safety equipment that the
operator of the saw wears.
• Inspect the tool cords periodically and if damaged have them repaired
at your nearest Sears Parts & Repair Service Center. Be aware of the
cord location.
*Always check the tool for damaged parts. Before further use of the
tool, a guard or other part that is damaged should be carefully checked to
determine if it will operate properly and perform its intended function. Check
for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, and any
other condition that may affect the tool's operation. A guard or other part
that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced at a Sears Parts &
Repair Service Center.
*Inspect and remove all nails from lumber before sawing.
* Save these instructions. Refer to them frequently and use them to instruct
others who may use this tool. If someone borrows this tool, make sure they
have these instructions also.
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AWARNING: Your saw should never be connected to the power source
when you are assembling parts, making adjustments, installing or removing
blades, cleaning, or when it is not in use. Disconnecting the jig saw will prevent
accidental starting, which could cause serious personal injury.
When unpacking the box, do not discard any packing materials until all of the
contents are accounted for:
1. Carefully lift the jig saw out of the carton and place on a stable, flat surface.
2. Open the color box to locate the following:
* Jig Saw
* 2 blades
* Dust tube
* Hex key
* Carry bag
* Manual
3. Inspect the items carefully to make sure that no breakage or damage has
occurred during shipping. If any of the items mentioned is missing, (refer to
"PARTS LIST" illustration), return the jig saw to the Craftsman outlet from
which it was purchased to have it replaced.
WARNING: If any parts are broken or missing, do not attempt to assemble
the jig saw, plug in the power cord, or operate the saw until the broken or missing
parts are replaced. Failure to do so could result in possible serious injury.
CARTON CONTENTS/LOOSE PARTS (Fig. 1)
Fig. 1
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KNOW YOUR JIG SAW (Fig. 2)
Fig. 1
Scrolling control knob
LaserTrac TM
button \
On/Off Trigger switch
Power Lock-on
button Top handle
Release button
Power cord
Tool-less
blade clamp
Push-on switch
"Live tool
indicator" LED
light
Blade storage
Locking knob for
edge guide
Base plate
Bevel Angle scale
Scrolling/Orbit control lever
Edge guide mounting slot
Laser aperture Variable speed
Vacuum blower knob
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Before attempting to use this jig saw, familiarize yourself with all of its operating
features and safety requirements.
This Jig Saw has the following features:
• 2-in-1 design: use it with the top handle or remove the handle and use it as a
barrel-grip saw.
6 Amp, 800 to 3000 SPM (strokes per minute) variable speed motor.
LaserTracTM: laser generator displays a bright red line along the cutting line.
Variable Speed is controlled by the speed dial located on the back of the
trigger switch handle.
Scrolling/Orbital Action: The control lever regulates the 5 cutting modes of
the saw.
1. SCROLMNG 360 ° blade rotation using scrolling knob, normal up and
down blade motion. No orbital action.
2. Smooth minimal splintering, normal up and down blade motion.
No orbital action.
3. Low for cutting most metals, low orbital action.
4. Medium for cutting plastics, hardboard, medium orbital action.
5. Fast for maximum orbital action, used for fast cutting in plywood, softwoods.
Blade guide support rollers provide added blade control.
15/16-inch blade stroke for faster cutting.
Durable base glides smoothly over the workpiece.
• Bevel scale for easy adjustment.
Bevel cutting capacity 0° to 45 ° left and right.
Quick blade change without tools.
LED worklight illuminates cutting area.
"Live tool indicator" LED light is green when the saw is plugged into a power
source.
Ergonomically designed 2-in-1 soft-grip handles for maximum control and
balance. Guide the with top mount handle, or use the barrel grip for low
center of gravity precision.
2-way saw dust removal: 1. Blower position blows debris away from cutting
line. 2. Vacuum position for attachment to a wet/dry vac (sold separately).
On board blade storage at base.
Durable cast aluminum and high-impact resistant housing and handle protect
tool from damage.
Include carry bag for easy carrying and storage.
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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
Input 6 Amps
Laser Diode Type Red Laser Diode 650 nm
Laser Class Class Ilia, power output<2.5 mW
No load Speed 800-3000 SPM
Rating 120 volts, 60Hz AC
Cutting angle range 0-45 ° left and right
Cutting depth in wood 3-3/8" (85mm)
Cutting depth in steel 1/4" (6mm)
Weight 6.15 Ibs (2.79 kg)
_, CAUTION: The blade guide supports the blade when cutting and must at
all times rest against the back edge of the blade, except when in the scrolling
mode. It should rotate freely.
TURN POWER ON-OFF WHEN USING THE BARREL GRIP (Fig. 3)
1. Connect the power cord
of your saw to a standard
household power outlet.
2. Turn your saw on by
sliding the push-on switch
forward until it clicks into
the start position.
3. To turn power off, press in on
the rear section of the push-
on switch to stop the tool.
Fig. 3
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ATTACHING TOP HANDLE ONTO JIG SAW (Fig. 4)
1. Unplug the saw and put the Fig. 4
push-on switch on the saw
body in the off position.
2. Hold the handle so that
the curve in the front of the
handle corresponds with the
curved surface of the saw
body and the lower part of
the rear of the handle aligns
with the attaching plate on
the saw body.
3. Slide the top handle onto
the attaching plate, and
hold down the handle-
release buttons until the
top handle snaps and locks into place (Fig 4). Release the handle release
buttons.
NOTE: Make sure the push-on switch is off when attaching the top handle to the
jig saw.
NOTE: When the top handle Fig. 5
is on the jig saw, the push-on
switch cannot be switched on.
TURNING POWER ON/
OFF AND USING LOCK-ON
BUTTON (Fig. 5}
1. Connect the power cord
of your saw to a standard
household power outlet.
2. Start the tool by squeezing
the on/off trigger switch
3. Release the on/off trigger
switch to stop the tool.
4. To lock the on/off trigger switch in the "on" position, press trigger switch
and while holding it "on", press in the lock-on button from either side.
The power lock-on button allows the operator to keep the jig saw running
without squeezing the trigger switch. This feature is convenient for
continuous sawing applications.
5. To release the lock-on button, press and release the trigger switch.
,_k CAUTION: Do not let familiarity with your saw make you careless. Remember
that a careless fraction of a second is sufficient to cause severe injury.
WARNING: if the "lock-on" button is continuously being depressed, the
trigger cannot be released.
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ADJUSTING THE CUTTING SPEED WITH THE VARIABLE SPEED DiAL (FIG. 6)
The variable speed feature of this jig saw allows you to match the proper cutting
speed to the material being cut, enhancing the overall performance of your saw
and helping to save the blades from undue wear.
1. The variable speed dial is r i
used to adjust the speed of I Fig. 6 I
the blade.
2. Turn the dial to increase or
decrease the speed of the
blade (Fig. 6).
3. Position "1" selects the
slowest blade speed;
position "6" selects the
fastest blade speed. Adjust
blade speed for optimum
performance.
NOTE: Determine the optimum
speed for cutting your
workpiece by making a trial cut
in a scrap piece of material.
Variable Speed Dial
Workpiece to be cut Setting on variable speed dial
Wood 5- 6
Low-carbon (mild) steel 2- 5
Stainless steel 3- 4
Aluminium 3- 6
Plastic 1- 4
WARNING: Failure to unplug the saw from the power source when
assembling parts, making adjustments or changing blades could result in
accidental starting causing possible serious injury.
NOTE: Determine the optimum speed for cutting your workpiece by making a
trial cut in a scrap piece of material. Your experience will determine the best
results for a particular application. However, as a general rule, use slower speed
for harder, denser materials and faster speed for soft materials.
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TOOL=LESS BLADE iNSTALLATiON (Fig. 7a, 7b)
The tool-less blade change Fig. 7a
control allows you to remove
and replace the saw blade
quickly and easily without the
use of additional tools.
1. Unplug the saw.
2. Turn the saw upside down
so you can access the
blade clamp.
3. Lift the tool-less blade-
change lever up (Fig. 7a),
then insert the blade into
the blade clamp (Fig. 7b).
The teeth of the blade
should be facing to the
front and pointing up (when
saw is right side up, in
cutting position), and the
back of the blade must rest
in the groove of the blade
guide rollers.
4. Release the tool-less
blade-change lever to lock
the blade.
Tool-less blade-change lever
Fig. 7b
5. Pull on the blade (see
Fig. 7b) to make sure it is
securely locked in place.
NOTE: For use with both
"T" & "U" shank blades.
CAUTION: Once the blade is installed in the saw, it is always exposed.
There is no lower blade guard. Use caution when handling the saw so that the
blade does not catch clothing, skin, etc. Each time you set the saw down, take
care not to bend the blade. Always set saw down on its side when blade is
installed. Always remove blade when saw is not being used.
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_IL CAUTION: The blade guide
rollers support the blade when
cutting. The blade guide rollers
must rest against the back of
the back edge of the blade. The
ONLY cutting operation where
the blade guide rollers do not
support the blade is when the
saw is in the scrolling mode.
When scrolling, the blade must
swivel as it is guided to follow
the scroll pattern. Always move
the base back and blade guide
rollers up and back away from
the blade when operating in
scrolling mode. (Fig 8a, 8b)
REMOVING THE BLADE
(Fig.7a, 7b)
1. Unplug the saw.
WARNING: Always
unplug saw from the power
source before changing blade
or making any adjustments.
Failure to unplug the saw could
result in accidental starting
which can cause serious
personal injury.
2. Turn the saw upside down
for blade removal.
Fig. 8a
Fig. 8b
Blade guide rollers support the
blade when cutting in all cutting
modes except scrolling
,; ..........................
Blade Blade Guide Rollers
Blade guide rollers up and
back away from blade when
operating in the scrolling mode.
Blade Blade Guide Rollers
3. Lift the tool-less blade change lever up and carefully remove the blade.
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USING THE LASER TRAC TM
LIGHT FEATURE (Fig. 9a)
Your jig saw has a built-in laser
light. To activate the laser, plug
in your jig saw.
_, WARNING: Laser light.
Laser radiation. Avoid direct
eye exposure. Do not stare into
beam. Only turn laser beam on
when tool is on the workpiece.
Class II laser.
1.
ii
Fig. 9a
Mark the line of cut on the
workpiece.
2. Adjust the cutting angle
and cutting speed as needed.
3. Plug in the saw, and push the laser button to turn on the laser.
4. Align the laser beam with the line of cut.
5. Turn on the trigger switch and slowly push the saw forward, keeping the
laser beam on the line of cut.
6. Shut off the laser light when finished cutting.
LED WORKLIGHT
Your jig saw has a built-in LED worklight for illuminating the cutting area. To
activate the LED worklight, plug in your jig saw. The LED worklight turns on
automatically when the tool is plugged in power source.
"LIVE TOOL iNDiCATOR"
LED LIGHT (FIG. 9B)
Your jig saw has a "live tool
indicator" green LED light,
located where the power cord
enters the handle. This light turns
on automatically when the saw is
plugged into a power source.
-Fig. 9b
Live tool indicator LED light
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SCROLMNG/ORBITAL CONTROL LEVER
This jig saw is equipped with an orbital control lever that enables you to select
the type of orbital action best suited for your purpose and workpiece material.
Shift the lever to one of the positions described below prior to starting your cut.
1. SCROLLING- this mode allows 360 ° blade rotation using the scrolling knob.
In this mode, there is no orbital action. Use with a scroll blade (available
separately) to cut intricate scroll patterns in all materials with normal up and
down blade motion.
2. SMOOTH- for cutting all materials with normal up and down blade motion
with minimal splintering. In this mode, there is no orbital action. Use this
mode for cutting hardwoods, mild steel, soft and hard materials with fine
wood cutting and smooth metal cutting blades.
3. LOW - for cutting most metal, plastics and hardwoods, with a slightly
aggressive orbital action.
4. MEDIUM- for cutting most metal, plastics, and hardwoods with a more
aggressive orbital action than the LOW mode.
5. FAST- for maximum orbital action and the fastest cutting in plywood, soft
woods and softer materials.
Choose the SCROLLING or SMOOTH setting with the scrolling/orbital control
lever for normal up and down blade motion (position 1 and 2).
Choose the LOW or MEDIUM settings for the least aggressive orbital blade
actions (position 3 and 4).
Choose the FAST setting for the fastest, most aggressive cutting with maximum
orbital blade action (position 5).
NOTE: In order to reach full orbital action, the blade must be facing straight
forward and the back of the blade must rest in the groove of the guide roller.
Position 1
SCROLLING
in all materials.
Position 2
SMOOTH
for reduced in
all materials.
Position 3 Position 5
Position 4 FAST
LOW For maximum
for metal, orbital action
and faster
MEDIUM cutting in
for plastics, plywood and
soft woods.
hardwoods.
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