Variable Speed Jig Saws
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Cat. No. JS500, JS600
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CAT. NO. JS500, JS600 FORM NO. 583765-00 Copyright © 2003 Black & Decker |
(MAR-03) Printed in China |
General Safety Rules
WARNING: Read and understand all instructions. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious personal injury.
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Work Area
•Keep your work area clean and well lit. Cluttered benches and dark areas invite accidents.
•Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases, or dust. Power tools create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes. Use in well ventilated areas only.
•Keep bystanders, children, and visitors away while operating a power tool.
Distractions can cause you to lose control.
Electrical Safety
•Double insulated tools are equipped with a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other.) This plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to install a polarized outlet. Do not change the plug in any way. Double insulation 
eliminates the need for the three wire grounded power cord and grounded power supply system.
•Avoid body contact with grounded surfaces such as pipes, radiators, ranges and refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is grounded.
•Don’t expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of electric shock.
•Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord to carry the tools or pull the plug from an outlet. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts. Replace damaged cords immediately. Damaged cords increase the risk of electric shock.
•When operating a power tool outside, use an outdoor extension cord marked "W-A" or "W." These cords are rated for outdoor use and reduce the risk of electric shock.
Personal Safety
•Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a power tool. Do not use tool while tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or medication. A moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury.
•Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Contain long hair. Keep your hair, clothing, and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothing, jewelry, or long hair can be caught in moving parts. Air vents cover moving parts and should be avoided.
•Avoid accidental starting. Be sure switch is off before plugging in. Carrying tools with your finger on the switch or plugging in tools that have the switch on invites accidents.
•Remove adjusting keys or wrenches before turning the tool on. A wrench or key that is left attached to a rotating part of the tool may result in personal injury.
•Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. Proper footing and balance enables better control of the tool in unexpected situations.
•Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protection. Dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection must be used for appropriate conditions.
Tool Use and Care
•Use clamps or other practical way to secure and support the workpiece to a stable platform. Holding the work by hand or against your body is unstable and may lead to loss of control.
•Do not force tool. Use the correct tool for your application. The correct tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it is designed.
•Do not use tool if switch does not turn it on or off. Any tool that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
•Disconnect the plug from the power source before making any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing the tool. Such preventative safety measures reduce the risk of starting the tool accidentally.
•Store idle tools out of reach of children and other untrained persons. Tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
•Maintain tools with care. Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained tools, with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control.
•Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, and any other condition that may affect the tools operation. If damaged, have the tool serviced before using. Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained tools.
•Use only accessories that are recommended by the manufacturer for your model.
Accessories that may be suitable for one tool, may become hazardous when used on another tool.
Service
•Tool service must be performed only by qualified repair personnel. Service or maintenance performed by unqualified personnel could result in a risk of injury.
•When servicing a tool, use only identical replacement parts. Follow instructions in the Maintenance section of this manual. Use of unauthorized parts or failure to follow Maintenance Instructions may create a risk of electric shock or injury.
Specific Safety Rules
•Hold tool by insulated gripping surfaces when performing an operation where the cutting tool may contact hidden wiring or its own cord. Contact with a "live" wire will make exposed metal parts of the tool "live" and shock the operator.
•Keep hands away from cutting area. Never reach underneath the material for any reason. Hold front of saw by grasping the contoured gripping area. Do not insert fingers or thumb into the vicinity of the reciprocating blade and blade clamp. Do not stabilize the saw by gripping the shoe.
•Keep blades sharp. Dull blades may cause the saw to swerve or stall under pressure.
•When cutting pipe or conduit ensure that they are free from water, electrical wiring, etc.
WARNING: Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction activities contains chemicals known to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some examples of these chemicals are:
•lead from lead-based paints,
•crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products, and
•arsenic and chromium from chemically-treated lumber (CCA).
Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on how often you do this type of work. To reduce your exposure to these chemicals: work in a well ventilated area, and work with approved safety equipment, such as those dust masks that are specially designed to filter out microscopic particles.
•Avoid prolonged contact with dust from power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction activities. Wear protective clothing and wash exposed areas with soap and water. Allowing dust to get into your mouth, eyes, or lay on the skin may promote absorption of harmful chemicals.
WARNING: Use of this tool can generate and/or disperse dust, which may cause serious and permanent respiratory or other injury. Always use NIOSH/OSHA approved respiratory protection appropriate for the dust exposure. Direct particles away from face and body.
CAUTION: Wear appropriate hearing protection during use. Under some conditions and duration of use, noise from this product may contribute to hearing loss.
The label on your tool may include the following symbols.
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Features - JS500 1
1. Variable speed switch
2. Lock-on button
3. Saw blade locking lever
4. Saw blade support roller
5. Saw blade
6. Shoe plate
7. Shoe plate locking knob
8. Saw blade storage compartment
9. Dust blower
10. Dust extraction adaptor
Features - JS600 2
switch -on button
speed control knob action”Turbo” selector
blade locking lever blade support roller blade
plate
plate locking knob
blade storage compartment blower
extraction adaptor
Illustrations A, B for Model JS500
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Illustrations C, D, E, F for Model JS500 - Continued
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Illustrations G, H, I,J, K for Model JS600
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OF EXTENSION CORDS
sure the extension cord is in good condition before using. Always use the proper size cords with the tool – that is, proper wire size for various lengths of cord and heavy to carry the current the tool will draw. Use of an undersized cord will cause a drop in
voltage resulting in loss of power and overheating. For proper size cords see chart
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MOTOR
Be sure your power supply agrees with nameplate marking. 120 Volts AC only means your tool will operate on standard 60 Hz household power. Do not operate AC tools on DC. A rating of 120 volts AC/DC means that you tool will operate on standard 60 Hz AC or DC power. This information is printed on the nameplate. Lower voltage will cause loss of power and can result in over-heating. All Black & Decker tools are factory-tested; if this tool does not operate, check the power supply.
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ASSEMBLY - JS500 ONLY
WARNING: Before attempting any of the following operations, make sure that the tool is switched off and unplugged and that the saw blade has stopped. Used saw blades can be hot.
Fitting the saw blade (fig. A)
-Hold the saw blade (5) as shown, with teeth facing forward.
-Push the lever (3) downwards.
-Insert the shank of the saw blade into the blade holder (10) as far as it will go.
-Release the lever.
-Adjust the blade support roller as described below.
Adjusting the blade support roller (fig. B)
After fitting the blade, you need to adjust the blade support roller (4).
-Turn the locking knob (7) in direction A.
-Slide the blade support roller against the rear of the blade. The blade must locate in the central recess of the roller.
-Turn the locking knob (7) in direction B to lock the shoe plate in place.
Connecting a vacuum cleaner to the tool (fig. C & D)
-Align the dust extraction adaptor (9) with the saw shoe as shown.
-Insert the ribs (12) into the slots (13).
-Rotate the adaptor until it locks into position. Make sure that the ribs (14) are correctly seated.
-Connect the vacuum cleaner hose (11)(not supplied) to the adaptor.
Dust extraction is not possible when making bevel cuts.
USE
WARNING: Never use the tool when the saw shoe is loose or removed.
Adjusting the shoe plate for bevel cuts (fig.E)
The shoe plate can be set to a left or right bevel angle of up to 45°.
-Turn the locking knob (7) in direction A to release the shoe plate (6).
-Pull the shoe plate (6) backwards and set it to the required angle. You can use the scale or a protractor to check the angle.
-Turn the locking knob (7) in direction B to lock the shoe plate in place.
To reset the shoe plate for straight cuts:
-Turn the locking knob (7) in direction A to release the shoe plate (6).
-Pull the shoe plate backwards and set it to an angle of approximately 0.
-Push the shoe plate forward.
-Turn the locking knob (7) in direction B to lock the shoe plate in place. Make sure that the shoe plate is supported by the guide ribs.
Switching On and Off
-To switch the tool on, press the variable speed switch (1). The tool speed depends on how far you depress the switch.
-For continuous operation, press the lock-on button (2) and release the variable speed switch. This option is available only at full speed.
-To switch the tool off, release the variable speed switch. To switch the tool off, when in continuous operation, press the variable speed switch once more and release it.
How to Use the Sightline® Feature (fig.F)
-Use a pencil to mark the cutting line.
-Position the jigsaw over the line (15).
Viewing from directly above the jigsaw the line of cut can be easily followed. Should this view be restricted for any reason, the indent (16) can be used as an alternate cutting guide.
ASSEMBLY - JS600 ONLY
WARNING: Before attempting any of the following operations, make sure that the tool is switched off and unplugged and that the saw blade has stopped. Used saw blades can be hot.
Fitting the saw blade (fig. G)
-Hold the saw blade (7) as shown, with teeth facing forward.
-Push the lever (5) downwards.
-Insert the shank of the saw blade into the blade holder (12) as far as it will go.
-Release the lever.
Connecting a vacuum cleaner to the tool (fig. H & I)
-Align the dust extraction adaptor (11) with the saw shoe as shown.
-Insert the ribs (14) into the slots (15).
-Rotate the adaptor until it locks into position. Make sure that the ribs (16) are correctly seated.
-Connect the vacuum cleaner hose (13) (not supplied) to the adaptor.
Dust extraction is not possible when making bevel cuts.
USE
WARNING: Never use the tool when the saw shoe is loose or removed.
Adjusting the shoe plate for bevel cuts (fig. J)
The shoe plate can be set to a left or right bevel angle of up to 45°.
-Turn the locking knob (9) in direction A to release the shoe plate (8).
-Pull the shoe plate (8) backwards and set it to the required angle. You can use the scale or a protractor to check the angle.
-Turn the locking knob (9) in direction B to lock the shoe plate in place.
To reset the shoe plate for straight cuts:
-Turn the locking knob (9) in direction A to release the shoe plate (8).
-Pull the shoe plate backwards and set it to an angle of approximately 0.
-Push the shoe plate forward.
-Turn the locking knob (9) in direction B to lock the shoe plate in place. Make sure that the shoe plate is supported by the guide ribs.
Variable Speed Control
- Set the variable speed control knob (3) to the required speed range. Use a high speed for wood, medium speed for aluminum and PVC and low speed for metals other then aluminum.
Orbital Action Turbo Selector
-For fast and efficient straight cuts in wood, set the turbo orbital action selector (4) to “max”.
-For accurate straight and curve cutting and a smooth surface finish, set the turbo selector
(4) to “min”.
-The turbo orbital action selector (4) can also be set to the middle position between “max” and “min” for a moderate speed of cut and finish.
Note: Orbital Action not recommended when scrolling.
Switching On and Off
-To switch the tool on, press the on/off switch (1).
-For continuous operation, press the lock-on button (2) and release the on/off switch.
-To switch the tool off, release the on/off switch. To switch the tool off, when in continuous operation, press the on/off switch once more and release it.
How to Use the Sightline® Feature (fig.K)
-Use a pencil to mark the cutting line.
-Position the jigsaw over the line (17).
Viewing from directly above the jigsaw the line of cut can be easily followed. Should this view be restricted for any reason, the indent (18) can be used as an alternate cutting guide.
HINTS FOR OPTIMUM USE
General
- Use a high speed for wood, a medium speed for aluminum and PVC and a low speed for metals other then aluminum.
Sawing laminates
As the saw blade cuts on the upward stroke, splintering may occur on the surface closest to the shoe plate.
-Use a fine-tooth saw blade.
-Saw from the back surface of the workpiece.
-To minimize splintering, clamp a piece of scrap wood or hardboard to both sides of the workpiece and saw through this sandwich.
Sawing metal
-Be aware that sawing metal takes much more time than sawing wood.
-Use a saw blade suitable for sawing metal.
-When cutting thin metal, clamp a piece of scrap wood to the back surface of the workpiece and cut through this sandwich.
-Spread a film of oil along the intended line of cut.
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