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DOUBLE INSULATION

Double insulation is a concept in safety, in electric power
tools, which eliminates the need for the usual three-wire
grounded power cord. All exposed metal parts are isolated
from internal metal motor components with protecting
insulation. Double insulated tools do not need to be
grounded.

IMPORTANT

Servicing of a tool with double insulation requires extreme
care and knowledge of the system and should be performed
only by a qualified service technician. For service we suggest
you return the tool to your nearest 

AUTHORIZED SERVICE

CENTER

 for repair. When servicing use only identical Ryobi

replacement parts.

The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your attention to possible dangers. The safety symbols, and the
explanations with them, deserve your careful attention and understanding. The safety warnings do not by
themselves eliminate any danger. The instructions or warnings they give are not substitutes for proper accident
prevention measures.

SYMBOL

MEANING

SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL:

Indicates caution or warning. May be used in conjunction with other symbols or pictographs.

WARNING: 

Failure to obey a safety warning can result in serious injury to yourself or to others. Always

follow the safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and personal injury.

CAUTION: 

Failure to obey a safety warning may result in property damage or personal injury to yourself

or to others. Always follow the safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and personal
injury.

NOTE:

Advises you of information or instructions vital to the operation or maintenance of the equipment.

WARNING:

The double insulated system is intended to protect the
user from shock resulting from a break in the tool's
internal wiring. Observe all normal safety precautions
related to avoiding electrical shock.

RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION

TABLE OF CONTENTS

1. Product Specifications ...................................................................................... 1
2. Table Of Contents ............................................................................................ 2
3. Rules For Safe Operation ............................................................................. 2-4
4. Operation .....................................................................................................5-11
5. Maintenance ................................................................................................... 11
6. Parts Ordering / Service  ................................................................................ 12

WARNING:

Do not attempt to operate this tool until you have read
thoroughly and understand completely all instructions,
safety rules, etc. contained in this manual. Failure to
comply can result in accidents involving fire, electric
shock, or serious personal injury. Save operator's manual
and review frequently for continuing safe operation, and
instructing others who may use this tool.

CAUTION:

 Carefully read through this entire manual before using your new jig saw.

Summary of Contents for JSO48

Page 1: ...ormance CAUTION Carefully read through this entire operator s manual before using your new jig saw Pay close attention to the Rules for Safe Operation Warnings and Cautions If you use your jig saw pro...

Page 2: ...warning can result in serious injury to yourself or to others Always follow the safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire electric shock and personal injury CAUTION Failure to obey a safety warnin...

Page 3: ...e blade 27 INSPECT EXTENSION CORDS PERIODI CALLY and replace if damaged READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS 1 KNOW YOUR POWER TOOL Read owner s manual carefully Learn its applications and limitations as well as the...

Page 4: ...ails from lum ber before trimming 33 DRUGS ALCOHOL MEDICATION Do not operate tool while under the influence of drugs alcohol or any medication 34 KEEP HANDS AND FINGERS FROM BETWEEN THE MOTOR HOUSING...

Page 5: ...is tool on direct current DC A substantial voltage drop will cause a loss of power and overheating If your tool does not operate when plugged into an outlet double check the power supply Fig 1 WARNING...

Page 6: ...figure 3 NOTE Hold your saw in normal operating position and turn the variable speed control selector counterclockwise to increase speed and power Turn clockwise to decrease speed and power If you de...

Page 7: ...rts making adjustments installing or removing blades or when not in use Disconnecting your saw will prevent accidental starting that could cause serious injury TO INSTALL BLADES See Figure 5 Unplug yo...

Page 8: ...be neces sary to flatten the tooth set in the area to be inserted into the blade clamp when using broken blades ORBITAL MOTION See Figure 6 The blade of your saw cuts in orbital motion This feature is...

Page 9: ...e not used Tighten the base pivot screws securely Return hex key to storage compartment NOTE The wide slot in the base must be used when making bevel cuts scroll cuts plunge cuts and when cutting meta...

Page 10: ...g angle at 0 for splinter free cut ting To set cutting angle at 0 align the 0 mark on the scale with the edge of the motor housing NOTE When setting angle at 0 for splinter free cutting the positive s...

Page 11: ...Check extension cords before each use If damaged replace immediately Never use tool with a damaged cord since touching the damaged area could cause electrical shock resulting in serious injury LUBRICA...

Page 12: ...rating on tool data plate 0 2 0 2 1 3 4 3 5 5 0 5 1 7 0 7 1 12 0 12 1 16 0 Cord Length Wire Size A W G 25 16 16 16 16 14 14 50 16 16 16 14 14 12 100 16 16 14 12 10 CAUTION Keep the extension cord clea...

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