OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS
NOTE: Before using the tool, read the
instruction book carefully.
Intended use:
The machine is intended for sawing wood, plastic,
metal and building materials while resting firmly on
the workpiece. It is suitable for straight and curved
cuts with bevel angles to 45°. The saw blade
recommendations are to be observed.
1.ON/OFF SWITCH
Depress to start and release to stop your tool.
(See Fig. A)
A
2. SWITCH LOCK-ON BUTTON
Depress on/off switch (2) then lock-on button
(3) (See Fig. B), release on/off switch first then
lock-on button second. Your switch is now locked
on for continuous use. To switch off your tool just
depress and release on/off switch.
B
3. VARIABLE SPEED CONTROL
Adjust the thumb-wheel to increase or decrease
the speed (See Fig. C) according to the material,
material thickness and blade specification to be
used (also possible during no load operation). See
Chart 1 for general guidance on speed selection.
Avoid prolonged use at very low speed as this
may damage your jigsaw's motor.
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Chart 1
Material
Wood
Metal
Aluminum
PVC
Ceramic
C
4. HAND GRIP AREAS
Always ensure you maintain a firm grip whilst
operating your jigsaw.
5. HEX KEY STORAGE
The hex key (5) is placed at the power cable
sheath (See Fig. D).
D
6. BLADE FITTING (See Fig. E)
Note: Remove the plug from the socket before
carrying out any adjustment, servicing or
maintenance.
To fit blade firstly use the hex key provided to
loosen the blade set screws on the blade holder.
The blade's cutting edge should be facing forward.
Insert the blade's mounting portion into the groove
in the blade holder until it touches the bottom of
the holder. Then firmly tighten the set screw as
shown in Fig E.
Speed setting
5-6
3-4
3-5
3-4
3-5
5