Valex 1411122-S550E, Use And Maintenance Handbook

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For adjusting and fitting the blade the Allen key must be used.
This key is supplied and is positioned below the vacuum
cleaner coupling – see Fig. E.
To start the jigsaw, press the switch (Fig. F2 Pos. 1). To stop
the machine, release the switch.
The speed can be adjusted electronically by gradually pres-
sing the cursor switch (Fig. F2 Pos. 1). The speed can be
pre-selected by turning the wheel (Fig. F 2Pos. 2). When
turned clockwise the speed is increased, when turned anti-
clockwise, the speed is reduced. When maximum speed is
pre-selected the best cutting speed can be obtained for all
types of materials.
The retainer button (Fig. F2 Pos. 3) is used to maintain top
speed without having to hold the switch down (Fig. F 2 Pos.
1). To activate the retainer button press the speed adjustment
switch all the way in (maximum speed) and then push the
retainer button. To free the switch (Fig. F 2 Pos. 1) simply
press the switch again, this will cause the retainer button to
spring open.
When starting the machine wait until it reaches maximum
speed, rest the base of the jigsaw (Fig. G Pos. 1) on the piece
to be cut and push the jigsaw forward along the cutting line
(Fig. G Pos. 2), which should be drawn to obtain an even cut
without any steps. When cutting curves, push forwards as
slowly as possible. This jigsaw has a coupling for a vacuum
cleaner (Fig. G Pos. 3) that will keep the cutting area clean
and allow you to see the cutting line clearly.
Rest the tool firmly on its base to avoid breaking the
blade.
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To start the jigsaw, press the switch (Fig. F3 Pos. 1). To
stop the machine, release the switch. The speed can be varied
electronically, using the 6-position wheel (Fig. F3 Pos.2).
Position 1 corresponds to the lowest rate of oscillation (500
/ min), and the wheel can be rotated to increase this, up to
position 6 (3000 / min), allowing you to select the most
suitable speed for the material to be cut.
To activate the retainer button (Fig. F3 Pos.3), the switch
(Fig. F3 Pos.1) must be pressed all the way in and then the
retainer button must be pressed.
To free the switch (Fig. F3 Pos. 1) simply press it again, which
will cause the retainer button to spring open.
OPERATIONAL TIPS
When starting the machine wait until it reaches maximum
speed, rest the base of the jigsaw (Fig. G Pos. 1) on the piece
to be cut and push the jigsaw forward along the cutting line
(Fig. G Pos. 2), which should be drawn to obtain an even cut
without any steps. When cutting curves, push forwards as
slowly as possible. This jigsaw has a bayonet type coupling
for a vacuum cleaner (Fig. GPos. 3) that will keep the cutting
area clean and allow you to see the cutting line clearly.
Rest the tool firmly on its base to avoid breaking the blade.
INCLINED CUTS (FIG. H )
It is possible to make cuts at any angle between 0° and 45°
by leaning the tool to the right or left. To set the angle on
the support base, slacken the two screws (Fig. H) using the
Allen key provided. Push the support base forward to allow
it to rotate side-to-side to the right or left as needed. 0°, 15°,
30° and 45° angles can be checked by reading them off the
markings on the support base (Fig. I).
-When the required angle has been obtained, push the
blade backup wheel (Fig. I Pos. 1) until it touches the blade.
Tighten the two screws, checking that nothing is entangled
with the blade.
FACING CUTS (Fig. L)
To cut right up to vertical surfaces simply move the support
base backwards to allow you to bring the face of the machine
right up to the vertical surface. To move the base slacken
the two screws (Fig. H), move the support back towards the
vacuum coupling, and then tighten the two screws.
CUTTING METALS (Fig. M)
When cutting metals, a suitable blade must be used. It is
important to use coolant (cutting oil) to prevent the blade
from wearing quickly.
When cutting soft steels and non-ferrous metals, use 80 mm
long blades, with about 10 teeth per 10 mm.
When cutting soft non-ferrous metals and plastics use a blade
with about 5 teeth per 10 mm.
When cutting wood or plywood use a blade with about 3
teeth per 10 mm.
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PARALLEL CUTS (Fig. P)
This tool has a T-square for parallel cuts.
This accessory is useful when cuts are to be made that are
parallel to the edge.
Fit the T-square into the slots in the base. Adjust to the
required distance, and tighten the screws in the slots.
ADJUSTMENTS
ADJUSTING THE PENDULUM STROKE
The pendulum stroke makes this tool very accurate and fast.
While working the blade has a dual movement – up and down
and swinging back and forth. The combination of these two
provides the most efficient possible.
Use selector 1, Fig. Q, to select position 0, 1 or 2. The pendu-
lum range should be set on the basis of various factors. This
means that the best conditions are determined in a practical
way, but as a general indication the following is proposed:
- Pos. 0 - Non-ferrous and ferrous metals, and pressed
materials.
- Pos. 1 - Plastics and plywood.
- Pos. 2 - Hardwood, softwood and Masonite.
The pendulum stroke is only to be adjusted when the motor
is stopped and the plug has been removed from the power
supply socket.
ADJUSTING THE NUMBER OF OSCILLATIONS (BLADE
SPEED)
The oscillation adjustment wheel (Fig. F3 Pos.2) allows
the blade oscillations to be adjusted to suit the material to
be cut.
The following is advised.
- Low oscillation speed – ferrous and non-ferrous metals.
- Average oscillation speed – plastic, pressed board and
plywood.
- High oscillation speed – hardwoods, softwoods and Ma-
sonite.
It is advisable where possible to run tests before cutting to
determine the best relationship between oscillation speed
and the pendulum effect.
MAINTENANCE
WARNING! Always unplug the tool from the mains
socket before proceeding with any sort of inspection or
maintenance jobs.
- Take good care of your tool and clean it regularly. In this way
its efficiency will be ensured and its lifespan extended.