Wesco PSJ550GU, Manual

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11. VACUUM ADAPTER (SEE FIG. J1, J2)
Mount the vaccum adapter (6) into the opening of the base
plate (7). Make sure that the plastic tip of the vacuum
connection engages into the corresponding opening on the
housing as shown in the figure.Directly connect a suitable
vacuum hose to the adapter. Clean the vacuum adapter
regularly to ensure optimum dust extraction. The vacuum
cleaner must be suitable for the material to be worked.
Remove the vacuum adapter when not use.
NOTE: It is suggested that the vacuum adapter is not be
mounted when no external dust extraction is connected. Or
there is danger of the extraction system becoming clogged.
12. FINGER PROTECTION
The finger protection is located in front of the blade holder.
Whilst working, it will help prevent accidental contact with
moving blade.
13. DUST BLOWER AIR HOLE
This is a small aperture located underneath the housing just
behind the blade guide. Ensure this is kept clean to allow the
air flow to continually blow dust away from the cutting area.
14. PARALLEL GUIDE (NOT SUPPLIED)
Slide the parallel guide arm through both parallel guide
fixtures and tighten the locking nut to achieve the required
cutting distance. The parallel guide can be mounted in two
positions.
WORKING HINTS FOR YOUR JIG SAW
If your jig saw becomes too hot, especially when used at low
speed, set the speed to maximum and run no Load for 2-3
minutes to cool the motor. Avoid prolonged usage at very low
speeds.
GENERAL
Always use a blade suited to the material and material
thickness to be cut. Always ensure the work–piece is firmly
held or clamped to prevent movement. For easier control, use
low speed to start cutting, then increase to correct speed.
Any movement of the material may affect the quality of the
cut. The blade cuts on the upward stroke and may chip the
uppermost surface or face of the work piece. Ensure your
uppermost surface is a non-visible surface when your work
is finished.
CUTTING LAMINATES
Use a fine tooth blade when cutting most laminates and thin
wood materials. To reduce edge chipping, clamp pieces of
waste wood at both ends on both sides and cut through the
waste wood during cutting.
CIRCLE CUTTING
Do not use the pendulum action when cutting tight circles or
angles
PLUNGE SAWING
Plunge cutting may be used only on soft materials such as
wood, aerated concrete, gypsum plaster boards, etc.
Use only short saw blades.
Place the front edge of the base plate on the workpiece and
switch on. Press the machine firmly against the workpiece
and plunge the saw blade slowly into the workpiece.
As soon as the complete surface of the base plate rests on
the work piece, continue to saw along the cutting line. (See
Fig. K, L)
METAL CUTTING
Use a finer tooth blade for ferrous metals and a coarse tooth
blade for non-ferrous metals. When cutting thin sheet metals
always clamp wood on both sides of the sheet to reduce
vibration or tearing of the sheet metal. Both wood and sheet
metal must be cut. Do not force the cutting blade when
cutting thin metal or sheet steel as they are harder materials
and will take longer to cut. Excessive blade force may reduce
the life of the blade or damage the motor. To reduce heat
during metal cutting, add a little lubricant along the cutting
line.
MAINTENANCE
Remove the plug from the socket before carrying out any
adjustment, servicing or maintenance.
Your power tool requires no additional lubrication or
maintenance. There are no user serviceable parts in
your power tool. Never use water or chemical cleaners to
clean your power tool. Wipe clean with a dry cloth. Always
store your power tool in a dry place. Keep the motor
ventilation slots clean. Keep all working controls free of dust.
Occasionally you may see sparks through the ventilation slots.
This is normal and will not damage your power tool.
If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the
manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualified persons
in order to avoid a hazard.