NOTE! This
page refers
to parts not
included
in all
packages.
Fit the Jig Saw to the Case Lid
Open the case lid and remove any
tted tools.
Slide the Locking Slider out of the
way. Fit the rear of the Sole Plate
into the recess at the bottom of
the opening in the case lid and the
blade through the small slot in the
case lid. Rotate the saw into place
and release the Locking Slider,
ensure it slides back to hold the
saw in place securely.
Fit the Internal Power Coupling
onto the Rails on the saw in
where the POWERhandle
connects for handheld use.
Set Blade Angle then close and
latch the lid.
Insert the Post/Fence vertically
into the rear of the case with
the small
hook
toward the rear of the case. Push it down until it
locks into place, to adjust the height or remove the
post you can lift the Locking Lever. Fit the Work
Clamp into a pair of holes on the Post and tighten
down onto your workpiece.
NOTE! Before using briey activate the jigsaw to ensure the blade is
centred and secure. If there is any binding or unusual movement then
loosen and re-t.
To start the Jigsaw
Press the Safety Switch from either side and hold while pressing the
Variable Trigger. The safety switch can be released once the jigsaw is
running.
NOTE! Always secure your work in a way that allows the blade to move
freely below the cut material and so that the work piece does not jam the
blade between cut edges.
NOTE! Firm pressure keeping the sole plate on the work piece will
prevent the jigsaw from kicking back if the teeth on the blade suddenly
catches in the work piece.
WARNING! Take extra care to prevent ngers and other objects coming
into contact with the blade, especially on the other side of materials being
cut.
ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY EQUIPMENT WHEN OPERATING POWER
TOOLS
FITTING A POWERhandle
FITTING A POWERhandle
INTENDED USE FITTING/REMOVING A BLADE OPERATING THE TOOL CARE AND ENVIRONMENTOPERATION TIPSCHOOSE THE CORRECT TOOL
To Fit a jigsaw blade
•Select a sharp high quality blade suitable for your
work.
•Remove the POWERhandle to prevent accidental
starting.
•Using the Hex Key
loosen the Sole
Plate Locking Screw
and Blade Guide
Adjuster.
•Support the body of
the jigsaw and lift the
Blade Release Lever
as shown.
•Remove the
previous blade and
ensure there is no
debris which will jam the mechanism.
•Insert a new blade with the teeth facing the front of
the jigsaw and push rmly all the way into the Blade
Clamp.
•Release the lever and ensure it has locked the blade
into position. There should be no play in blade or
lever.
•Position the Blade Guide so the roller guides the
blade square to the Blade Clamp.
•Adjust the Sole Plate to a suitable angle, ensure the
teeth on the Sole Plate are pushed forward and have
locked in place.
•Tighten the Blade Guide Adjuster by hand.
Note, the Blade Guide should be able to turn freely
while preventing sideways blade movement.
•Lock the Sole Plate and Blade Guide Roller in place
with the Sole Plate Locking Screw.
Compatible Jigsaw blades
U (Universal Type) or T (T shank Type, or
Standard Bayonet) as shown on the right.
Choosing the right blade
TPI means Teeth Per Inch, also know as TOOTH
SPACING measured tip to tip. KERF is the
width of the cut. DRAFT indicates the blade is
thicker at the teeth edge than the back edge,
this helps to prevent jamming and allows the
blade to cut curves but will also make it harder
to cut a straight line. Blades described as THIN
indicate the distance from teeth edge to back
edge, a THICK blade will assist in a straight cut.
Tooth patterns: MILLED, longer lasting, good for
general use and hard woods, give a rougher cut
than; GROUND, sharper teeth that wear quickly
but give a clean nish and a faster cut; GROUND
TAPERED and GROUND SIDE give good
and excellent curve capabilities respectively;
REVERSE CUT, cut on the down stroke. These
reverse cut blades are ideal for laminated
surfaces such as kitchen work surfaces but make
the jigsaw much harder to control as they push
the sole plate away from the work piece.
•Measure and mark cuts allowing for the width of
the cut, KERF.
•Let the saw reach full speed before allowing
blade to contact work piece.
•Choose a sharp good quality blade that is
suitable for your material and type of cut, see
below.
•Keep sandpaper handy to nish cut surfaces.
•To reduce kickback make sure your blade is
long enough so that even at the top of the up stroke it is visible on the
other side of the material.
•Clamp your work so it cannot be moved by the stroke of the jigsaw, this
will make it safer and your cut will be cleaner and more efcient.
•Check both sides of the cut, blades can ex in the material and go off
line easily. Also check for objects in the path of the blade.
•Wood
For fast straight cuts with a rough nish use a THICK blade with large
~3mm~ TOOTH SPACING (~10TPI).
For a smooth nish use a blade with more teeth (20-30TPI)
•Metal
Soft metals can sometimes be cut with a wood blade.
Harder metals and pipes can require a specialized blade. Usually over
20TPI, with a MILLED WAVY tooth pattern for a good nish and long life.
Heat buildup may harden some metals, use oil or water to keep cool.
•Plastic, Perspex, Plexiglass
Cover the sole plate with masking tape or similar to prevent scratching.
Support with a plywood or similar to prevent sagging. Cover the cut
area with masking tape to prevent splitting and aid in marking up. Use
a GROUND tooth blade ~24TPI keep pressure and speed constant to
prevent melting, pausing with the motor running will cause heat buildup.
Use water to keep the blade and the material cool.
NOTE! Remove any debris from the area that joins the POWERhandle to
the tool. Damage to contacts or mechanical controls could occur if debris
is caught between them.
Align the rails on the tool so they will slide smoothly into the rails on the
POWERhandle. Once aligned, slide the two parts together rmly until
there is a “click” as the locking catch engages. Test the catch is secure
and the electrical contacts are engaged by selecting a direction and
briey pressing the trigger.
Removing the POWERhandle
Hold down the POWERhandle Lock Button while sliding the two
POWERhandle Release Switches to the rear of the handle and slide the
POWERhandle out of the tool from the rear.
NOTE! These pages refer to the PH12 POWERhandle (sold separately).
If your POWERhandle is different please refer to the relevant instructions for that model.
With an appropriate attachment tted in the chuck this tool is intended for
cutting wood, metal and plastic in straight lines or curves up to the ability
of the tted attachment and within the specication of the tool.
Sharp blades, heat buildup, harmful dust and ying debris are a
danger to user and bystanders. Use of suitable protective clothing,
gloves, footwear, lung, eye and ear protection as well as safe working
practices can reduce these risks. Always switch the tool off prior to any
adjustment.
Read and understand all safety warnings and all instructions before
operating this product.
Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric
shock, re and/or serious injury.
WARNING! When changing battery, bit or whenever the tool is not in
immediate use the direction switch must be in its central locked position to
prevent accidental starting. Ensure the tool will not be accidentally started
by pressing the trigger.
4mm Hex Key
Variable Trigger
Rails
Work Light
Safety Switch
(both Sides)
Release Catch
(both sides or
on rear of some
POWERhandles)
Blade Guide
Sole Plate
Locking Screw
Quick Release
Blade Clamp
Blade Guide
Adjuster
Blade Guide
Quick
Release
Blade
Clamp
Lever
U T
General inspection
Regularly check that all the xing screws are present and tight, they may
vibrate loose over time.
Keep the tool’s air vents unclogged and clean at all times.
Remove dust and dirt regularly.
Cleaning is best done with compressed air or a rag.
CAUTION, Do not use cleaning agents to clean the plastic parts of the
tool. A mild detergent on a damp cloth is recommended. Water must
never come into contact with the tool.
After each use, carefully clean the tool with a brush or rag.
Clear any debris from around the battery mount, moving parts and clips.
Lubrication
No internal lubrication is necessary, the bearing area is sealed.
A coating of machine oil on the metal parts will help prevent corrosion.
Storage
Store the tool, instruction manual and accessories in a secure, dry place.
In this way you will always have all the information and parts ready
to hand. Lithium ion batteries should ideally be stored with 40 to 80%
capacity between 10ºC and 20ºC (50ºF and 68ºF).
WARNING! Always charge Li-ion batteries before storage and at least
every 3 months to prevent permanent damage.
Environment
When the time comes to dispose of this product please
consider the environment and take it to a recognised
recycling facility instead of disposing with general
household waste.
Call your local council, civic amenity site, or recycling
centre for information on the recycling and disposal of
electrical products and batteries. If you do not have
access to suitable disposal facilities in your area please contact your
place of purchase, they will advise you on the best way to dispose of your
product.
Maintenance
All electrical parts should be regularly serviced by an approved engineer.
READ ALL
INSTRUCTIONS
ASSEMBLE A SCROLL SAW
These instructions should be read in
conjunction with those for the case
used.
START / STOP
Fit a POWERhandle into the Main Dock on
the case. Use the Green and Red Start / Stop
buttons to start and stop the tools tted to the
case. The backlight on the LCD Display will
glow green when the Start button is pressed.