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Finishing edges
To trim edges or make dimensional adjustments, run the
jig saw blade lightly along the cut edges.
Fig.23
Metal cutting
Always use a suitable coolant (cutting oil) when cutting
metal. Failure to do so will cause significant jig saw
blade wear. The underside of the workpiece can be
greased instead of using a coolant.
Rip fence
Optional accessory
CAUTION:
Always be sure that the tool is
switched off and the battery cartridge is removed
before installing or removing accessories.
Straight cuts
When repeatedly cutting widths of 160 mm (6-5/16") or
less, use of the rip fence will assure fast, clean, straight
cuts.
1
Fig.24
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1.
Rip fence (Guide rule)
To install, insert the rip fence into the rectangular hole on the side of
the base with the fence guide facing down. Slide the rip fence to the
desired cutting width position, then tighten the bolt to secure it.
4
2
1
3
Fig.25
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1.
Hex wrench
2.
Bolt
3.
Fence guide
4.
Rip fence (Guide rule)
Circular cuts
When cutting circles or arcs of 170 mm (6-11/16") or
less in radius, install the rip fence as follows.
1
Fig.26
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1.
Rip fence (Guide rule)
CAUTION:
Do not touch the tip of the circular
guide pin.
The sharp tip of the circular guide pin can
cause injury.
1.
Insert the rip fence into the rectangular hole on the
side of the base with the fence guide facing up.
2.
Insert the circular guide pin through either of the two
holes on the fence guide. Screw the threaded knob onto
the circular guide pin to secure the circular guide pin.
1
2
3
4
5
Fig.27
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1.
Threaded knob
2.
Fence guide
3.
Rip fence
(Guide rule)
4.
Circular guide pin
5.
Bolt
