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Combined laser light/ 

LED switch

This jigsaw is fitted with two 

forms of lighting to assist in 

maintaining accurate alignment 

with the cut line.
Both can be switched on and off 

using switch (12). See fig. (Y).
Move switch (12) to the top position to activate the laser 

beam. Move it to the bottom position to activate the LED 

light. The mid position switches off both forms of lighting.

    Use the laser to assist in aligning the blade with the cut 

line during operation. 

   The LED worklight produces broader lighting and is better 

used in low-lit conditions.

Laser aperture

When the REDEYE

®

 laser line  

is switched on, an intense 

narrow beam of pure red light is emitted from the laser 

aperture (13). The line shines along the work piece to guide 

you as you cut. The line is clearly visible and will not be 

obscured by sawdust.

WARNINGS

   Do not stare directly at the laser beam.

   Never aim the beam at any person or an object other 

than the workpiece.

   Do not deliberately aim the beam at personnel and 

ensure that it is not directed towards the eye of a person 

for longer than 0.25s.

    Always ensure the laser beam is aimed at a sturdy 

workpiece without reflective surfaces. ie. wood or rough 

coated surfaces are acceptable. Bright shiny reflective 

sheet steel or the like is not suitable for laser use as 

the reflective surface could direct the beam back at the 

operator.

   Only turn laser beam on when tool is on the workpiece.

To use the laser wait until you have commenced cutting 

then set the laser light on/off switch (12) to the on position.
Maintain alignment of the beam and your cut line while 

slowly feeding the jigsaw through the cut.

Safety 

Eye, ear and respiratory protection should be worn at all 

times when using the jigsaw.

Dust control 

The dust extraction adaptor 

(15) can be fitted to the dust 

extraction port (14) to allow 

a dust extraction system or a 

household vacuum cleaner to be 

connected to the tool in order to 

remove dust whilst the tool is in 

use (fig Z).

WARNING.

 Do not use a dust 

extraction system or a vacuum 

cleaner when cutting metal. 

Sparks may ignite residual wood 

dust.

Note.

 When not being used, the 

dust extraction adaptor (15) can 

be disconnected from the jigsaw 

shoe by pressing down on the thumb tab and pulling it out 

from the shoe (fig a).

Operation

General cutting
Note.

 Ensure that the blade is the correct type for the 

application and that the length will extend through the 

workpiece on the upstroke of the cut.
Determine how the jigsaw is best configured for the job -  

whether the job is best carried out with the handle on or off, 

scrolling function on or off or pendulum action on or off. 
Configure the jigsaw as required.

Z

a

Y

Summary of Contents for SPJ2HM

Page 1: ...1 710W SCROLLING PENDULUM ACTION JIGSAW SPJ2HM INSTRUCTION MANUAL Black Cyan Magenta Yellow Code SPJ2HM IM Date 070207 Edition 12 Op AB ...

Page 2: ...s covered under this warranty With continuing product development changes may have occurred which render the product received slightly different to that shown in this instruction manual Please ensure that you store your receipt in a safe place Conditions apply to the above warranty For full details of the warranty terms and conditions please refer to our website www gmcompany com For prompt servic...

Page 3: ...atisfy your expectations It has been manufactured under stringent GMC Quality Standards to meet superior performance criteria You will find your new tool easy and safe to operate and with proper care it will give you many years of dependable service CAUTION Carefully read through this entire Instruction Manual before using your new GMC Power Tool Take special care to heed the Cautions and Warnings...

Page 4: ...ation on Lasers General safety rules WARNING Read all instructions Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock fire and or serious injury The term power tool in all of the warnings listed below refers to your mains operated corded power tool or battery operated cordless power tool Save these instructions 1 Work area a Keep work area clean and well lit Cluttered and...

Page 5: ...rect power tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed b 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 c Disconnect the plug from the power source before making any adjustments changing accessories or storing power tools Such preventive safety measures re...

Page 6: ...ork piece and remove all nails and other foreign objects before beginning sawing Support the work properly Never reach over the blade to remove waste or off cuts Do not attempt to free a jammed blade before first switching off the machine If you are interrupted when operating the saw complete the process and switch off before looking up Periodically check that all nuts bolts and other fixings are ...

Page 7: ...visible 12 Combined laser light LED switch 13 Laser aperture 14 Dust extraction port 15 Dust extraction adaptor 16 Cutting angle scale 17 Tool free blade change control 18 Shoe plate 19 Bevel locating pin not visible 20 Parallel guide 21 Parallel guide locking knob 22 Jigsaw blades 23 Anti splintering insert 24 Blade storage area x 2 25 Blade storage release tab x 2 26 Hex key 22 15 20 23 18 5 16 ...

Page 8: ...ll before setting the jigsaw down Blade guard The blade guard 6 should always be in position when operating the jigsaw It can be removed to allow easier access when changing blades fig E Blade guide The grooved disc blade guide 7 is spring loaded so that it can accomodate varying jigsaw blade widths It supports the back edge of the blade keeping it running straight and helping to prevent the blade...

Page 9: ... 7 fig I Release the blade change control 17 to secure the blade firmly in place Reposition the blade guard 6 Replace the plug and run the jigsaw under no load to check that it runs smoothly and the blade is secure before using it to cut any materials Blade storage To gain access to the blade storage areas 24 open the release tabs 25 located at each corner of the rear of the shoe plate 18 fig J Pe...

Page 10: ... pendulum action cutting rotate the scrolling control knob 4 back to the forward position with the arrows on the scrolling control and jigsaw housing aligned fig O The pendulum lever 5 can now be moved to the required position for straight standard or pendulum cutting fig P Angle adjustment Note The jigsaw shoe can be angled to enable bevel or chamfer cuts There are preset bevel settings at 0 and ...

Page 11: ...removed from the tool fig U To refit the handle slide the handle into position with the handle locating pin 11 in the slot at the back of the jigsaw housing Push it fully forward until the handle release catch 10 locks positively into position fig V Note When not in use store the handle in the carry case for safe keeping Parallel guide Note Use of parallel guide 20 permits accurate parallel cuts f...

Page 12: ...flective sheet steel or the like is not suitable for laser use as the reflective surface could direct the beam back at the operator Only turn laser beam on when tool is on the workpiece To use the laser wait until you have commenced cutting then set the laser light on off switch 12 to the on position Maintain alignment of the beam and your cut line while slowly feeding the jigsaw through the cut S...

Page 13: ...ng tight curves reduce the speed of the saw WARNING Do not move the saw forward along its cut until the blade has completely entered the material and the shoe comes to rest on its surface Metal cutting NOTES When cutting metal ALWAYS clamp down the metal workpiece Be extremely careful to move the saw very slowly as you cut Use slower speeds Position 1 on the speed controller DO NOT twist bend or f...

Page 14: ... the grills near the motor and around the switches Use a soft brush to remove any accumulated dust Wear safety glasses to protect your eyes whilst cleaning Re lubricate all moving parts at regular intervals If the body of the tool needs cleaning wipe it with a soft damp cloth A mild detergent can be used but nothing like alcohol petrol or other cleaning agent Never use caustic agents to clean plas...

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Page 16: ...ew Zealand 7am 7pm 7days a week AEST Please note that if repair or replacement is required you must provide a valid original purchase receipt You will need the following details at hand to log your service request Personal details First Last name address pick up address contact phone numbers email address Product details Product number date of purchase retailer bought from State postcode receipt n...

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