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with unstable support.

17.

MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. 

Keep tools

sharp at all times, and clean for best and saf-
est performance. Follow instructions for lubri-
cating and changing accessories.

18.

DISCONNECT TOOLS. 

When not in use,

before servicing, or when changing
attachments, blades, bits, cutters, etc., all tools
should be disconnected from power supply.

19.

REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND
WRENCHES. 

Form habit of checking to see

that keys and adjusting wrenches are removed
from tool before turning it on.

20.

AVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING. 

Don't carry

plugged-in tools with finger on switch. Be sure
switch is off when plugging in.

21.

MAKE SURE YOUR EXTENSION CORD IS
IN GOOD CONDITION. 

When using an exten-

sion cord, be sure to use one heavy enough to
carry the current your product will draw. An
undersized cord will cause a drop in line volt-
age resulting in loss of power and overheating.
A wire gage size (A.W.G.) of at least 16 is
recommended for an extension cord 50 feet or
less in length. A cord exceeding 100 feet is not
recommended. If in doubt, use the next heavier
gage. The smaller the gage number, the
heavier the cord.

22.

OUTDOOR USE EXTENSION CORDS.

 When

tool is used outdoors, use only extension cords
suitable for use outdoors. Outdoor approved
cords are marked with the suffix W-A, for example
- SJTW-A or SJOW-A.

23.

KEEP BLADES CLEAN AND SHARP. 

Sharp

blades minimize stalling and kickback. Also,
keep blades properly tightened at all times.

24.

KEEP HANDS AWAY FROM CUTTING
AREA. 

Keep hands away from blades. Do not

reach underneath work while blade is cutting.
Do not attempt to remove material, scrap, or
chips while blade is cutting.

25.

NEVER USE IN AN EXPLOSIVE ATMO-
SPHERE. 

Normal sparking of the motor could

ignite flammable liguids, gases, or fumes.

26.

INSPECT TOOL CORDS PERIODICALLY 

and

if damaged, have repaired at your nearest

AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER

. Stay

constantly aware of cord location and keep it
well away from the 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 specific potential
hazards related to this tool.

2.

GUARD AGAINST ELECTRICAL SHOCK 

by

preventing body contact with grounded
surfaces.

 

For example: Pipes, radiators,

ranges, refrigerator enclosures.

3.

KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE 

and in working

order.

4.

KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. 

Cluttered areas

and benches invite accidents.

5.

AVOID DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT. 

Don't

use power tool in damp or wet locations or
expose to rain. Keep work area well lit.

6.

KEEP CHILDREN AND VISITORS AWAY. 

All

visitors should wear safety glasses and be
kept a safe distance from work area. Do not let
visitors contact tool or extension cord.

7.

STORE IDLE TOOLS. 

When not in use tools

should be stored in a dry and high or locked-
up place - out of the reach of children.

8.

DON'T FORCE TOOL. 

It will do the job better

and safer at the rate for which it was designed.

9.

USE RIGHT TOOL. 

Don't force small tool or

attachment to do the job of a heavy duty tool.
Don't use tool for purpose not intended - for
example - A circular saw should never be used
for cutting tree limbs or logs.

10.

WEAR PROPER APPAREL. 

Do not wear

loose clothing or jewelry that can get caught in
tool's moving parts. Rubber gloves and nonskid
footwear are recommended when working
outdoors. Wear protective hair covering to
contain long hair and keep it from being drawn
into nearby air vents.

11.

ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GLASSES.

Everyday eyeglasses have only impact-
resistant lenses; they are 

NOT

 safety glasses.

12.

PROTECT YOUR LUNGS.

 Wear a face or

dust mask if operation is dusty.

13.

PROTECT YOUR HEARING.

 Wear hearing

protection during extended periods of operation.

14.

DON'T ABUSE CORD. 

Never carry tool by

cord or yank it to disconnect from receptacle.
Keep cord from heat, oil and sharp edges.

15.

SECURE WORK. 

Use clamps or a vise to hold

work. It's safer than using your hand and it
frees both hands to operate tool.

16.

DON'T OVERREACH. 

Keep proper footing and

balance at all times. Do not use on a ladder or

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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