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OPERATION
Material
Orbital
Action
Cutting
Speed
Wood
0-3
6
Metal
0-1
5-6
Aluminum
0-1
4-5
Plastic
0-2
2-3
WARNING
To reduce the risk of injury,
wear safety goggles or glasses with side shields.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of injury,
always unplug tool before attaching or remov-
ing accessories or making adjustments. Use
only specifi cally recommended accessories.
Others may be hazardous.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of injury,
always ensure that the trigger lock-on is in the
"off" position before plugging in tool.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of injury,
do not start the tool with the blade contacting
the workpiece.
The 6268-21 orbital action jig saw can cut a wide
variety of materials including metal, wood and
plastic. Cuts may be straight lines, bevels, curves
or internal cut-outs. Notable features of these jig
saws include:
• Rapid blade change without tools with the Quik-
Lok blade change system.
• Adjustable Orbital Action blade stroke cuts faster
by pressing the blade against the work only during
the upstroke. This is particularly effective when
rough cutting thick wooden boards.
• Electronic dial speed control maintains the pre-set
speed during the cut.
• Adjustable shoe can be tilted by up to 45 degrees
in either direction for bevel cuts.
• Non-marring shoe cover to protect the surface of
workpiece from marring and scratching.
• Sawdust blower removes the sawdust ahead of
the cut for improved visibility.
• Built-in manifold for vacuum assisted dust collec-
tion (hose is optional).
• Transparent blade cover improves dust extraction.
• Vibration dampened mechanism permits quieter,
smoother running.
Adjusting stroke per minute
The strokes per minute may be adjusted with the
speed control dial. The numbers 1 through 6 are
printed on the dial with 1 being the slowest speed
and 6 the highest speed. Recommended cutting
speeds for various materials are listed below.
Optimum cutting speeds should be determined by
the user for specifi c cutting requirements. Strokes
per minute may be adjusted when the tool is run-
ning or stopped.
Starting and stopping the tool
1. To start the tool, press the On/Off switch.
Note: LED light turns on when the On/Off switch
is pressed.
2. To stop the tool, release the On/Off switch.
Locking the On/Off Switch
The lock button holds the trigger in the ON position
for continuous use.
1. To lock the On/Off switch, hold in the lock button
while pressing the On/Off switch. Then release
the On/Off switch.
2. To unlock the On/Off switch, press the On/Off
switch and release. The lock button will pop out.
Adjusting the orbital action
The amount of orbital action may be adjusted with
the orbital action selector lever. In general, a large
orbital action (3) should be used with soft materials
and a no orbital action (0) should be used with hard
materials. When a smooth cut is required no orbit
(0) should be used. Recommended orbit settings
for different material compositions are listed below.
The optimum orbital action should be determined
by the user for their specifi c cutting requirements.
Orbital action may be adjusted when the tool is
running or stopped.
Making the Cut
1. Set the stroke and orbital action according the
material to be cut.
2. Position the tool with the front part of the shoe
on the workpiece and start the tool.
3. Hold the machine fi rmly against the workpiece
and guide it along the desired cutting line. Do
not feed into the work too hard, light pressure on
the saw blade will achieve the optimum cutting
speed.
Special Cutting Techniques
1.
Straight cuts
— To obtain a perfectly straight
cut, clamp a strip of wood as a guide along the
workpiece or use the rip guide (accessory).
2.
Bevel cuts
— adjust the shoe to the correct angle
(see Adjusting the Shoe).
3.
Cutting Sheet Metal
— sheet metal may vibrate
when being cut. To minimize vibration clamp, the
workpiece to a wood base.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of explo-
sion, electric shock and property damage,
always check the work area for hidden gas
pipes, electrical wires or water pipes when
making blind or plunge cuts.
Plunge Cutting
Plunge cuts can be made into soft materials with-
out a pre-drilled hole. Harder materials require a
starter hole with a diameter slightly over the width
of the blade.
To make a plunge cut:
1. Move the shoe all the
way back.
2. Set the orbital action
selector lever to 0.
3. Keep the power cord out
of the cutting area.
4. Make sure nothing below
the intended cut area will
be damaged.
5. Without turning the tool
on, place the front edge
of the shoe solidly on
workpiece.
6. Align the blade with the
intended cut line, but
keep it above the work-
piece.
7. Using the front edge
of the shoe as a piv-
ot, turn on the tool and
gradually lower the blade
into the workpiece.
8. When the shoe is flat
against the workpiece,
normal cutting may take
place.
ACCESSORIES
For a complete listing of accessories refer to your
MILWAUKEE
Electric Tool catalog or go on-line
to www.milwaukeetool.com. To obtain a catalog,
contact your local distributor or a service center.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of injury,
always unplug the tool before attaching or
removing accessories. Use only specifi cally
recommended accessories. Others may be
hazardous.
Maintaining Tools
Keep your tool in good repair by adopting a regular
maintenance program. Before use, examine the
general condition of your tool. Inspect guards,
switches, tool cord set and extension cord for
damage. Check for loose screws, misalignment,
binding of moving parts, improper mounting, bro-
ken parts and any other condition that may affect
its safe operation. If abnormal noise or vibration
occurs, turn the tool off immediately and have the
problem corrected before further use. Do not use a
damaged tool. Tag damaged tools “DO NOT USE”
until repaired (see “Repairs”).
Under normal conditions, relubrication is not neces-
sary until the motor brushes need to be replaced.
After six months to one year, depending on use,
return your tool to the nearest
MILWAUKEE
service
facility for the following:
• Lubrication
• Brush inspection and replacement
• Mechanical inspection and cleaning (gears, spin-
dles, bearings, housing, etc.)
• Electrical inspection (switch, cord, armature, etc.)
• Testing to assure proper mechanical and electrical
operation
WARNING
To reduce the risk of injury,
electric shock and damage to the tool, never
immerse your tool in liquid or allow a liquid
to fl ow inside the tool.
MAINTENANCE
WARNING
To reduce the risk of injury,
always unplug your tool before performing
any maintenance. Never disassemble the tool
or try to do any rewiring on the tool’s electrical
system. Contact a MILWAUKEE service facility
for ALL repairs.
Cleaning
Clean dust and debris from vents. Keep the tool
handles clean, dry and free of oil or grease. Use
only mild soap and a damp cloth to clean your
tool since certain cleaning agents and solvents
are harmful to plastics and other insulated parts.
Some of these include: gasoline, turpentine, lacquer
thinner, paint thinner, chlorinated cleaning solvents,
ammonia and household detergents containing
ammonia. Never use fl ammable or combustible
solvents around tools.
Repairs
If your tool is damaged, return the entire tool to the
nearest service center.