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Fig. 7
NO-MAR BASE PLATE
See Figure 6.
Since the base of the jig saw is bare metal, to protect a deli-
cate work surface, install the plastic no-mar base plate to
cover the metal base by snapping the plate into the bottom
of the base. The plate is made of plastic and has a smooth
finish, making it easier to glide the tool along the work sur-
face without marring it.
To remove, pull the plate from the grooves on the bottom
of the jig saw base.
DUST COLLECTION VACUUM ATTACHMENT
See Figure 7.
For dustless operation, a dust collection vacuum attach-
ment has been provided with the saw which attaches to
the saw base.
To Install:
Unplug the saw.
Slide the dust collection vacuum attachment into the
curved area at the rear of the base.
To Remove:
Unplug the saw.
Remove the dust collection vacuum attachment by pulling
attachment from base.
NOTE:
The dust collection vacuum attachment should not
be used with the base in beveling position. See
Bevel Cut-
ting.
Fig. 6
OPERATION
GENERAL CUTTING
See Figure 8.
Rest the front of the saw base on the workpiece and align
cutting edge of the blade with the line on the workpiece.
Make sure the power cord is out of your way and not in the
line of cut. Start your saw and move it forward on the work
surface. Apply downward pressure to keep the saw steady
and only enough forward pressure to keep the blade cut-
ting.
CAUTION:
Do not force the saw
.
Forcing the saw may
overheat the motor and break saw blades.
Use
clamps or another practical way to secure and
support the workpiece to a stable platform.
BASE
NO-MAR BASE PLATE
REAR TABS
FRONT TABS
SLOTS
Fig. 8
DUST COLLECTION
VACUUM ATTACHMENT
