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4. For sustained cutting, you can press the lock-on switch to keep the trigger switch engaged.
To release the lock on switch press the trigger switch then release it.
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Cutting metal
1. Your Jig Saw can be used for cutting light gauge ferrous sheet and non-ferrous metals such
as copper, brass and aluminum.
2. When cutting sheet metal, clamp it to a backing sheet of soft wood or plywood.
The metal and its wood backing are then sawn together.
This gives a clean cut without vibration and prevents the metal from tearing.
3. Do not force the cutting blade into the metal as this will reduce the life of the blade and
possibly damage the motor.
4. Cutting thin metal takes longer than cutting even a relatively thick piece of wood,
so do not be tempted to speed up the operation by forcing the saw.
5. Spread a thin film of oil along the proposed cutting line before commencing to saw metal.
Pocket and round cutting
1. When you need to make a cut in the middle of a work piece without cutting into the edge,
first the drill a hole inside the marked line of the cut, using a 1/2in. drill bit. This allows the
blade to pass through the hole in order to begin the cut.
When cutting tight curves, reduce the speed of the Jig Saw.
Dust Extraction
The tool can be attached to most portable vacuum cleaners via the dust extraction port.
MAINTENANCE
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Maintain your Jig Saw.
It is recommended that the general condition of any Jig Saw be
examined before it is used. Keep your Jig Saw in good repair by adopting a program of
conscientious repair and maintenance. Have necessary repairs made by qualified service
personnel.
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Your tool has been designed to operate over a long period of time with a minimum of
maintenance.
Continuous satisfactory operation depends upon proper tool care and regular cleaning.
WARNING!
Before performing any maintenance, switch off and remove the electrical
plug from the outlet.
1. After each use, blow air through the tool housing to ensure it is free from all dust particles
that may build up. Build up of dust particles may cause the tool to overheat and fail.
2. If the body of the tool requires cleaning do not use solvents but a moist soft cloth only.
Never let any liquid get inside the tool; never immerse any part of the tool into a liquid.
3. When the carbon brushes wear out the tool will spark and/or stop. The brushes are a
wearing component of the tool and should be replaced prior to the carbon wearing out fully.
Brushes will wear out after many uses but before they do take the tool to an electrician or a
power tool repairer for quick and low cost replacement. Always replace both brushes at the
same time.