Drill Master 46055 Installation manual

VARIABLE SPEED JIGSAW
Model 46055
SET UP AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
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Failure to do so can result in serious injury.
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SAVE THIS MANUAL
Keep this manual for the safety warnings
and precautions, assembly, operating,
inspection, maintenance and cleaning
procedures. Write the product’s serial number
in the back of the manual near the assembly
diagram (or month and year of purchase if
product has no number). Keep this manual
and the receipt in a safe and dry place for
future reference.
IMPORTANT SAFETY
INFORMATION
In this manual, on the labeling, and
all other information provided with
this product:
This is the safety alert
symbol. It is used to alert
you to potential personal
injury hazards. Obey all
safety messages that follow
this symbol to avoid possible
injury or death.
DANGER indicates a
hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, will result
in death or serious injury.
WARNING indicates a
hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, could
result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION, used with
the safety alert
symbol, indicates a hazardous
situation which, if not avoided,
could result in minor or moderate
injury.
NOTICE is used to
address practices not
related to personal injury.
CAUTION, without the
safety alert symbol, is
used to address practices not
related to personal injury.
General Power Tool Safety Warnings
WARNING Read all safety warnings
and instructions. Failure to follow the
warnings and instructions may result
in electric shock, re 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 safety1. Keep work area clean and well lit.a. Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents.
Do not operate power tools inb. explosive atmospheres, such as in
the presence of ammable liquids,
gases or dust. Power tools create
sparks which may ignite the dust or
fumes.
Keep children and bystandersc. away while operating a power tool.
Distractions can cause you to lose
control.
Electrical safety2. Power tool plugs must match thea. outlet. Never modify the plug in
any way. Do not use any adapter
plugs with grounded power tools.
Unmodied plugs and matching outlets
will reduce risk of electric shock.
Avoid body contact with groundedb. surfaces such as pipes, radiators,
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ranges and refrigerators. There is an
increased risk of electric shock if your
body is grounded.
Do not expose power tools to rainc. or wet conditions. Water entering
a power tool will increase the risk of
electric shock.
Do not abuse the cord. Never used. 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 toole. 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 dampf. location is unavoidable, use a
Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter
(GFCI) protected supply. Use of a
GFCI reduces the risk of electric shock.
Personal safety3. Stay alert, watch what you area. doing and use common sense when
operating a power tool. Do not use
a power tool while you are tired or
under the inuence of drugs, alcohol
or medication. A moment of inattention
while operating power tools may result
in serious personal injury.
Use personal protective equipment.b. Always wear eye protection. Safety
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.c. 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 nger on the
switch or energizing power tools that
have the switch on invites accidents.
Remove any adjusting key or wrenchd. 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 propere. footing and balance at all times. This
enables better control of the power tool
in unexpected situations.
Dress properly. Do not wear loosef. 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 theg. connection of dust extraction and
collection facilities, ensure these are
connected and properly used. Use of
these devices can reduce dust-related
hazards.
Only use safety equipment that hash. been approved by an appropriate
standards agency. Unapproved
safety equipment may not provide
adequate protection. Eye protection
must be ANSI-approved and breathing
protection must be NIOSH-approved for
the specic hazards in the work area.
Power tool use and care4. Do not force the power tool. Usea. 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 theb. switch does not turn it on and off.
Any power tool that cannot be controlled
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with the switch is dangerous and must
be repaired.
Disconnect the plug from the powerc. 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 thed. 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 fore. 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.f.
Properly maintained cutting tools with
sharp cutting edges are less likely to
bind and are easier to control.
Use the power tool, accessoriesg. 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.
Service5. Have your power tool serviced by aa.
qualied repair person using only
identical replacement parts. This will
ensure that the safety of the power tool
is maintained.
Jigsaw Safety Warnings
Hold power tool by insulated1. gripping surfaces when performing
an operation where cutting tool may
contact hidden wiring or its own
cord. Contact with a ″live″ wire will make
exposed metal parts of the tool ″live″ and
shock the operator.
Use clamps or another practical way2. to secure and support the work piece
to a stable platform. Holding the work
by hand or against your body leaves it
unstable and may lead to loss of control.
Maintain labels and nameplates on3. the tool. These carry important safety
information. If unreadable or missing,
contact Harbor Freight Tools for a
replacement.
Avoid unintentional starting. Prepare to4. begin work before turning on the tool.
Do not lay the tool down until it has come5. to a complete stop. Moving parts can
grab the surface and pull the tool out of
your control.
When using a handheld power tool,6.
maintain a rm grip on the tool with both
hands to resist starting torque.
Do not leave the tool unattended when7. it is plugged into an electrical outlet.
Turn off the tool, and unplug it from its
electrical outlet before leaving.
This product is not a toy. Keep it out of8. reach of children.
People with pacemakers should9. consult their physician(s) before use.
Electromagnetic elds in close proximity
to heart pacemaker could cause
pacemaker interference or pacemaker
failure. In addition, people with
pacemakers should:
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• Avoid operating alone.
• Do not use with power switch locked
on.
• Properly maintain and inspect to avoid
electrical shock.
• Any power cord must be properly
grounded. Ground Fault Circuit
Interrupter (GFCI) should also be
implemented – it prevents sustained
electrical shock.
WARNING: Some dust created by power10. sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and
other construction activities, contains
chemicals known [to the State of
California] 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 or other masonry products
• 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 lter out
microscopic particles. (California Health
& Safety Code § 25249.5, et seq.)
WARNING: Handling the cord on this
11. product will expose you to lead, a
chemical known to the State of California
to cause cancer, and birth defects or
other reproductive harm. Wash hands
after handling. (California Health &
Safety Code § 25249.5, et seq.)
The warnings, precautions, and12. instructions discussed in this instruction
manual cannot cover all possible
conditions and situations that may occur.
It must be understood by the operator
that common sense and caution are
factors which cannot be built into this
product, but must be supplied by the
operator.
Vibration Safety
This tool vibrates during use. Repeated
or long-term exposure to vibration may
cause temporary or permanent physical
injury, particularly to the hands, arms
and shoulders. To reduce the risk of
vibration-related injury:
Anyone using vibrating tools regularly
1.
or for an extended period should rst
be examined by a doctor and then have
regular medical check-ups to ensure
medical problems are not being caused
or worsened from use. Pregnant
women or people who have impaired
blood circulation to the hand, past hand
injuries, nervous system disorders,
diabetes, or Raynaud’s Disease
should not use this tool. If you feel any
symptoms related to vibration (such as
tingling, numbness, and white or blue
ngers), seek medical advice as soon as
possible.
Do not smoke during use. Nicotine2. reduces the blood supply to the hands
and ngers, increasing the risk of
vibration-related injury.
Wear suitable gloves to reduce the3. vibration effects on the user.
Use tools with the lowest vibration when4. there is a choice.
Include vibration-free periods each day 5. of work.
Grip tool as lightly as possible (while still
6.
keeping safe control of it). Let the tool
do the work.
To reduce vibration, maintain the tool7. as explained in this manual. If any
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abnormal vibration occurs, stop use
immediately.
SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS.
GROUNDING
TO PREVENT
ELECTRIC SHOCK
AND DEATH FROM INCORRECT
GROUNDING WIRE
CONNECTION:
Check with a qualied electrician
if you are in doubt as to whether
the outlet is properly grounded.
Do not modify the power cord
plug provided with the tool.
Never remove the grounding
prong from the plug. Do not use
the tool if the power cord or plug
is damaged. If damaged, have it
repaired by a service facility
before use. If the plug will not t
the outlet, have a proper outlet
installed by a qualied
electrician.
Grounded Tools: Tools with Three
Prong Plugs
3-Prong Plug and Outlet
Tools marked with “Grounding Required”1. have a three wire cord and three prong
grounding plug. The plug must be
connected to a properly grounded outlet.
If the tool should electrically malfunction
or break down, grounding provides a
low resistance path to carry electricity
away from the user, reducing the risk of
electric shock. (See 3-Prong Plug and
Outlet.)
The grounding prong in the plug is
2. connected through the green wire inside
the cord to the grounding system in the
tool. The green wire in the cord must
be the only wire connected to the tool’s
grounding system and must never be
attached to an electrically “live” terminal.
(See 3-Prong Plug and Outlet.)
The tool must be plugged into an
3. appropriate outlet, properly installed and
grounded in accordance with all codes
and ordinances. The plug and outlet
should look like those in the preceding
illustration. (See 3-Prong Plug and
Outlet.)
Double Insulated Tools: Tools with
Two Prong Plugs
Outlets for 2-Prong Plug
Tools marked “Double Insulated” do not1. require grounding. They have a special
double insulation system which satises
OSHA requirements and complies with
the applicable standards of Underwriters
Laboratories, Inc., the Canadian
Standard Association, and the National
Electrical Code.
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Double insulated tools may be used in2. either of the 120 volt outlets shown in the
preceding illustration. (See Outlets for
2-Prong Plug.)
Extension Cords
Grounded1. tools require a three wire
extension cord. Double Insulated
tools can use either a two or three wire
extension cord.
As the distance from the supply outlet
2. increases, you must use a heavier gauge
extension cord. Using extension cords
with inadequately sized wire causes a
serious drop in voltage, resulting in loss
of power and possible tool damage.
(See Table A.)
The smaller the gauge number of the3. wire, the greater the capacity of the cord.
For example, a 14 gauge cord can carry
a higher current than a 16 gauge cord.
(See Table A.)
When using more than one extension4. cord to make up the total length, make
sure each cord contains at least the
minimum wire size required. (See Table
A.)
If you are using one extension cord for5. more than one tool, add the nameplate
amperes and use the sum to determine
the required minimum cord size. (See
Table A.)
If you are using an extension cord6. outdoors, make sure it is marked with the
sufx “W-A” (“W” in Canada) to indicate it
is acceptable for outdoor use.
Make sure the extension cord is properly
7. wired and in good electrical condition.
Always replace a damaged extension
cord or have it repaired by a qualied
electrician before using it.
Protect the extension cords from sharp8. objects, excessive heat, and damp or
wet areas.
RECOMMENDED MINIMUM WIRE GAUGE
FOR EXTENSION CORDS* (120/240 VOLT)
NAMEPLATE
AMPERES
(at full load)
EXTENSION CORD
LENGTH
25’ 50’ 75’ 100’ 150’
0 – 2.0 18 18 18 18 16
2.1 – 3.4 18 18 18 16 14
3.5 – 5.0 18 18 16 14 12
5.1 – 7.0 18 16 14 12 12
7.1 – 12.0 18 14 12 10 -
12.1 – 16.0 14 12 10 - -
16.1 – 20.0 12 10 ---
TABLE A * Based on limiting the line volt-
age drop to ve volts at 150% of
the rated amperes.
Symbology
Double Insulated
Canadian Standards Association
Underwriters Laboratories, Inc.
V~ Volts Alternating Current
AAmperes
TPI Teeth Per Inch
n0xxxx/min. No Load Revolutions per Minute
(RPM)
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SPECIFICATIONS
Electrical Input 120 V~ / 60 Hz / 3.5 A
Speed Range 500-3000 SPM,
Six Speed Settings
Maximum Cutting Depth 2-1/8”
Stroke 3/4”
Blade Type Universal (U) Shank
ITEM # 02713 - 14 Pc.
Jigsaw Blade Set.
Cord 18 Gauge, Two Prong Plug
Includes 6 TPI and 24 TPI Blades and Tiltable Base
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UNPACKING
When unpacking, make sure the item
is intact and undamaged. If any parts are
missing or broken, please call Harbor Freight
Tools at 1-800-444-3353 as soon as possible.
BLADE MOUNTING
WARNING! Do not attempt to mount a blade
unless the Jigsaw is unplugged from the
power source.
Bolt
Blade Stock
Blade Clamp
Figure 1
Blade
1. Loosen the Bolt on the Blade Clamp
(21) with the Hex Spanner (32).
Refer to Figure 1.
Insert the end (with holes) of the Blade2. between the Blade Stock and the Blade
Clamp. Hold the Blade level while
tightening the Bolt with the Hex Spanner
(32).
Note: To remove a Blade, loosen the Bolt and
remove Blade.
Figure 2
3. The Ball or guide must be positioned
before use. See Figure 2.
Using the4. Hex Spanner (32), loosen the
Bolt on the bottom plate.
Refer to Figure 2.
Slide the positioner so that the Ball is5. touching the blade. Make sure you are
working with a straight blade.
Note: If you are cutting synthetic plate or
metal, use a little cutting oil between
the Blade and the Ball. Metal cutting
is discussed in more detail later in this
manual.
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OPERATION
Before plugging in Saw, make sure the1. Switch (2) operates without sticking. It
must spring back to the original position
once depressed.
Note: Rotate the Speed Control Switch (1)
from 0-6 to increase the speed of the
blade.
Note: Make sure your workpiece is securely
fastened down.
Draw a cutting line on your workpiece.2.
Plug in the Saw and turn it on. Wait until3. the blade achieves maximum speed.
Figure 3
4. Rest the bottom base of the Saw on the
workpiece and move the blade forward.
Do not push hard. Let the saw work at
its own rate. Do not force the blade.
See Figure 3.
Note: Make sure the bottom base is level
with the workpiece, or the blade could
break.
Note: Unplug tool before making
adjustments.
Figure 4
5. Your Jigsaw can be adjusted from 0° to
45° for miter cuts by loosening the bolt
on the bottom of the base with the Hex
Spanner (32). See Figure 4.
Note: After loosening the bolt, tilt the base
and use the numbered gradient gauge
on the housing of the saw for an
accurate angle. Tighten bolt.
Figure 5
6. By loosening the same bolt as in Figure
4, you can slide the base back for cutting
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Figure 6
7. To plug-cut into a workpiece that hasn’t
been pre-drilled, rest the rear of the
base on the workpiece with the blade
not touching the surface. Start the tool
and very slowly lower the blade into the
workpiece until the saw sits level. Then
move the tool forward to cut. Hold Saw
rmly and beware of kickback.
See Figure 6.
Figure 7
8. When cutting metal, use a nail and score
the cutting line prior to cutting so that
the blade will stay on a straight course.
Metal heats up quickly when cutting due
to blade friction. To avoid ruining your
blade and insure a clean cut, use cutting
oil (not included) as a cooling agent.
Apply a few drops where the blade
meets the workpiece as shown in Figure
7. Continue to keep the area lubricated
throughout the operation.
MAINTENANCE
WARNING! Before doing any maintenance
on the Jigsaw, make sure it is unplugged
from the power source and the switch is
off.
After each use, blow out the saw with1. compressed air.
Wipe the saw clean with a soft, damp2. cloth. Do not use abrasives or solvent to
clean saw.
Check the blade prior to each use. If3. the blade is bent or has broken teeth,
replace. Blades are available at Harbor
Freight Tools.
If there is a noticeable loss in4. performance, the brush may be worn
and in need of replacement. Have a
qualied service technician replace the
brush.
PLEASE READ THE
FOLLOWING CAREFULLY
THE MANUFACTURER AND/OR DISTRIBUTOR HAS
PROVIDED THE PARTS DIAGRAM IN THIS MANUAL
AS A REFERENCE TOOL ONLY. NEITHER THE
MANUFACTURER NOR DISTRIBUTOR MAKES ANY
REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY OF ANY KIND
TO THE BUYER THAT HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED TO
MAKE ANY REPAIRS TO THE PRODUCT OR THAT
HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED TO REPLACE ANY PARTS
OF THE PRODUCT. IN FACT, THE MANUFACTURER
AND/OR DISTRIBUTOR EXPRESSLY STATES THAT
ALL REPAIRS AND PARTS REPLACEMENTS SHOULD
BE UNDERTAKEN BY CERTIFIED AND LICENSED
TECHNICIANS AND NOT BY THE BUYER. THE
BUYER ASSUMES ALL RISK AND LIABILITY ARISING
OUT OF HIS OR HER REPAIRS TO THE ORIGINAL
PRODUCT OR REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO,
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NOTE: Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only and are not available
individually as replacement parts.
PARTS LIST AND DIAGRAM
Part Description
1 Speed Control
2 Switch
3 Screw
4 Right Housing
5 Cord Clip
6 Screw
7 Cord Guard
8 Power Cord
9 Stator
10 Bearing
11 Carbon Brush and Holder
Part Description
12 Rotor
13 Bearing
14 Center Support
15 Washer
16 Gear
17 Guide Case
18 Slide Holder
19 Slide Rod
20 Felt
21 Blade Clamp
22 Screw
Part Description
23 Guard
24 Guide Roller
25 Bottom Board
26 Square Nut
27 Left Housing
28 Nameplate
29 Washer Board
30 Spring Washer
31 Screw
32 Hex Spanner
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LIMITED 90 DAY WARRANTY
Harbor Freight Tools Co. makes every
effort to assure that its products meet
high quality and durability standards, and
warrants to the original purchaser that this
product is free from defects in materials and
workmanship for the period of 90 days from
the date of purchase. This warranty does not
apply to damage due directly or indirectly,
to misuse, abuse, negligence or accidents,
repairs or alterations outside our facilities,
criminal activity, improper installation, normal
wear and tear, or to lack of maintenance. We
shall in no event be liable for death, injuries
to persons or property, or for incidental,
contingent, special or consequential damages
arising from the use of our product. Some
states do not allow the exclusion or limitation
of incidental or consequential damages,
so the above limitation of exclusion may
not apply to you. THIS WARRANTY IS
EXPRESSLY IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER
WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED,
INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF
MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS.
To take advantage of this warranty,
the product or part must be returned to us
with transportation charges prepaid. Proof
of purchase date and an explanation of the
complaint must accompany the merchandise.
If our inspection veries the defect, we
will either repair or replace the product at
our election or we may elect to refund the
purchase price if we cannot readily and
quickly provide you with a replacement. We
will return repaired products at our expense,
but if we determine there is no defect, or that
the defect resulted from causes not within the
scope of our warranty, then you must bear the
cost of returning the product.
This warranty gives you specic legal
rights and you may also have other rights
which vary from state to state.
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