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SKU 46055 

        

with the switch is dangerous and must 

be repaired.

Disconnect the plug from the power 

c. 

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 

d. 

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 

e. 

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, accessories 

g. 

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.

Service

5. 

have your power tool serviced by a 

a. 

qualified 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 insulated 

1. 

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 way 

2. 

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 on 

3. 

the tool.  These carry important safety 
information.  If unreadable or missing, 
contact Harbor Freight Tools for a 
replacement.

Avoid unintentional starting.  Prepare to 

4. 

begin work before turning on the tool.

Do not lay the tool down until it has come 

5. 

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 firm grip on the tool with both 

hands to resist starting torque.

Do not leave the tool unattended when 

7. 

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 of 

8. 

reach of children.

People with pacemakers should 

9. 

consult their physician(s) before use.  

Electromagnetic fields in close proximity 

to heart pacemaker could cause 
pacemaker interference or pacemaker 
failure.  In addition, people with 
pacemakers should: 

REV 10d

Summary of Contents for 46055

Page 1: ...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 For technical ...

Page 2: ...r 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 fire and or serious injury Save all warnings and i...

Page 3: ...event 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 finger on the switch or energizing power tools that have the switch on invites accidents Remove any adjusting key or wrench d before turning the power tool on A wrench or a key left attached to a rotating part o...

Page 4: ...qualified 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 insulated 1 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 a...

Page 5: ...ns and 12 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 pe...

Page 6: ...ld 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 a...

Page 7: ...ne extension cord for 5 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 cord 6 outdoors make sure it is marked with the suffix 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 extens...

Page 8: ...ugged 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 Blade 2 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 ...

Page 9: ...e 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 Sp...

Page 10: ...ch use blow out the saw with 1 compressed air Wipe the saw clean with a soft damp 2 cloth Do not use abrasives or solvent to clean saw Check the blade prior to each use If 3 the blade is bent or has broken teeth replace Blades are available at Harbor Freight Tools If there is a noticeable loss in 4 performance the brush may be worn and in need of replacement Have a qualified service technician rep...

Page 11: ...ol 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 Spr...

Page 12: ...ental 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...

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