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Orbital Jigsaw With LED, Dust Blower and 

Laser Cutting Guide

Item 68821

Read this material before using this product. 

Failure to do so can result in serious injury. 

SAVE THIS MANUAL.

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If any parts are missing or broken, please call 1-800-444-3353 as soon as possible.

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Copyright© 2011 by Harbor Freight Tools®.  All rights reserved.  No portion of this manual or 

any artwork contained herein may be reproduced in any shape or form without the express 

written consent of Harbor Freight Tools.  Diagrams within this manual may not be drawn 

proportionally.  Due to continuing improvements, actual product may differ slightly from the 

product described herein.  Tools required for assembly and service may not be included.

Summary of Contents for 68821

Page 1: ...t our website at http www harborfreight com Email our technical support at tech harborfreight com Copyright 2011 by Harbor Freight Tools All rights reserved No portion of this manual or any artwork contained herein may be reproduced in any shape or form without the express written consent of Harbor Freight Tools Diagrams within this manual may not be drawn proportionally Due to continuing improvem...

Page 2: ...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 hazar...

Page 3: ...h as a dust mask non skid safety shoes a hard hat or hearing protection used for appropriate conditions will reduce personal injuries c Prevent unintentional starting Ensure the switch is in the off position before connecting to power source 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 d Remo...

Page 4: ...t with a live wire will make exposed metal parts of the tool live and shock the operator 2 Use clamps or another practical way 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 3 Maintain labels and nameplates on the tool These carry important safety information If unreadable or missing contact...

Page 5: ...ing tools regularly or for an extended period should first 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 ...

Page 6: ... cord to make up the total length make sure each cord contains at least the minimum wire size required See Table A 5 If you are using one extension cord for more than one tool add the nameplate amperes and use the sum to determine the required minimum cord size See Table A 6 If you are using an extension cord outdoors make sure it is marked with the suffix W A W in Canada to indicate it is accepta...

Page 7: ...tments to the tool Note For additional information regarding the parts listed in the following pages refer to Parts List and Assembly Diagram on page 12 Blade Installation 1 Refer to the Chart below to select the proper Saw Blade for the material being cut BLADE SELECTION AND SUITABLE SPEED Material TPI Speed Soft Wood 6 6 Hardwood 6 5 Plastic 12 4 6 Aluminum 12 3 6 Steel 24 2 4 Tile 24 1 3 Glass ...

Page 8: ...the tool from its electrical outlet before adjusting tool or installing accessories Work Piece and Work Area Set Up 1 Designate a work area that is clean and well lit The work area must not allow access by children or pets to prevent distraction and injury 2 Route the power cord along a safe route to reach the work area without creating a tripping hazard or exposing the power cord to possible dama...

Page 9: ...e 4 Laser Switch 46 NOTE The Jigsaw is equipped with both a Laser Guide and an LED light However both cannot be used at the same time The Laser Switch can only be set in the Laser setting OR the LED light setting 4 To turn off the Laser or LED slide the Laser Switch to the OFF position 5 Squeeze the Trigger 16 to turn on the Jigsaw If operating the Jigsaw for an extended period of time depress the...

Page 10: ...eplacing Laser Batteries 1 Push Laser Shell up and lift off of housing 2 Remove the two AAA batteries from the inside of the Laser Shell 45 and replace with two new AAA batteries See Figure 8 above right CAUTION Position batteries according to indicated polarity 3 Slide Laser Shell back onto housing Figure 8 Batteries Laser Shell 45 Maintenance and Servicing Procedures not specifically explained i...

Page 11: ... damage or wear Carbon brushes or bearings for example Have technician service tool Overheating 1 Forcing tool to work too fast 2 Accessory misaligned 3 Accessory dull or damaged 4 Blocked motor housing vents 5 Motor being strained by long or small diameter extension cord 1 Allow tool to work at its own rate 2 Check and correct accessory to fence and or table alignment 3 Keep cutting accessories s...

Page 12: ...ting Board 55 Adjustment Knob 56 Screw M2 8 57 Hex Key not shown Parts List and Assembly Diagram PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY THE MANUFACTURER AND OR DISTRIBUTOR HAS PROVIDED THE PARTS LIST AND ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM IN THIS MANUAL AS A REFERENCE TOOL ONLY NEITHER THE MANUFACTURER OR DISTRIBUTOR MAKES ANY REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY OF ANY KIND TO THE BUYER THAT HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED TO MAKE ANY ...

Page 13: ...Page 13 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 SKU 68821 Assembly Diagram ...

Page 14: ...cidental 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 m...

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