Kobalt KJS 324B-03 User Manual
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ITEM #0836362/0854725
BRUSHLESS
JIG SAW
MODEL #KJS 324B-03
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Product Specications ......................................................................................2
Package Contents ............................................................................................3
Safety Information ............................................................................................ 4
Preparation .......................................................................................................7
Operating Instructions ...................................................................................... 8
Care and Maintenance ...................................................................................14
Troubleshooting..............................................................................................14
Warranty ......................................................................................................... 14
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
COMPONENT SPECIFICATION
Rated voltage 24 V d.c.
No-load speed 0-3,000 SPM
Length of stroke 1 in. (25.4 mm)
Blade type T-shank
Cutting angle 0°; 15°; 30°; 45°
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PACKAGE CONTENTS
B
M
N O P Q
A
C
D
E
G
F
H
K
J
L
I
PART DESCRIPTION PART DESCRIPTION
A Switch-lock button J Base plate
B Variable-speed trigger switch K Base-plate protecting cover
C LED work light (located in housing) L Bevel lever
D Blade guard M Dust-blowing lever
E Blade clamp N Edge guide
F Edge-guide slot O Locking screw (2)
G Blade roller guide P Hexagon wrench
H Blade-release lever Q Blade (2)
I Orbital-function lever
WARNING
• Remove the tool from the package and examine it carefully. Do not discard the carton or any
packaging material until all parts have been examined.
• If any part of the tool is missing or damaged, do not attach the battery pack or use the tool
until the part has been repaired or replaced. Failure to heed this warning could result in
serious injury.
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SAFETY INFORMATION
Please read and understand this entire manual before attempting to assemble or operate
this product. If you have any questions regarding the product, please call customer service at
1-888-3KOBALT, 8 a.m. - 8 p.m., EST, Monday - Friday.
WARNING
• The operation of any power tool can result in foreign objects being thrown into your eyes,
which can result in severe eye damage. Before beginning power-tool operation, always wear
safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields and a full-face shield, when needed. It is
recommended to use a wide vision safety mask over eyeglasses or standard safety glasses
with shields. Always use eye protection marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1.
• Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction
activities contains chemicals known to the state of California to cause cancer, birth defects,
or other reproductive harm. Some examples of these chemicals are:
– Lead from lead-based paints
– Crystalline silica from bricks, cement, and other masonry products
– Arsenic and chromium from chemically-treated lumber
• Your risk from these exposures varies, depending upon how often you do this type of work.
To reduce your exposure to these chemicals:
– Work in a well-ventilated area.
– Work with approved safety equipment, such as dust masks that are specially designed to
lter 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 or eyes or to lie on the skin may promote
absorption of harmful chemicals.
Know the Tool
To operate this tool, carefully read this manual and all labels afxed to the tool before using it.
Keep this manual available for future reference.
Important
This tool should be serviced only by a qualied service technician.
Read All Instructions Thoroughly
Some of the following symbols may be used on this tool. Please study them and their meaning.
Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the tool better and more safely.
SYMBOL DEFINITION SYMBOL DEFINITION
V Volts n
0
No-load Speed
A Amps /min Revolutions or Strokes per Minute
Hz Hertz
Direct Current
W Watts
Alternating Current
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SAFETY INFORMATION
General Power Tool Safety Warnings
WARNING
• Read all safety warnings and all instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and
instructions may result in electric shock, re and/or serious injury.
Save all warnings and instructions for future reference
The term “power tool” in the warnings refers to your mains-operated (corded) power tool or
battery-operated (cordless) power tool.
Work Area Safety
• Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents.
• Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of
ammable liquids, gases or dust. Power tools create sparks, which may ignite the dust or
fumes.
• Keep children and bystanders away while operating a power tool. Distractions can
cause you to lose control.
Electrical Safety
• Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never modify the plug in any way. Do not use
any adaptor plugs with earthed (grounded) power tools. Unmodied plugs and matching
outlets will reduce the risk of electric shock.
• Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces such as pipes, radiators,
ranges and refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is
earthed or grounded.
• Do not 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 for carrying, pulling or unplugging the
power tool. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts. Damaged or
entangled cords increase the risk of electric shock.
• When operating a power tool outdoors, use an extension cord suitable for outdoor
use. Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock.
• If operating a power tool in a damp location is unavoidable, use a ground-fault circuit
interrupter (GFCI) protected supply. Use of a GFCI reduces 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 a power tool while you are tired or under the inuence of drugs,
alcohol or medication. A moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in
serious personal injury.
• Use personal protective equipment. Always wear eye protection. Protective equipment
such as dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection, used for
appropriate conditions, will reduce personal injuries.
• Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is in the off-position before
connecting to power source and/or battery pack, picking up or carrying the tool.
Carrying power tools with your nger on the switch or energizing power tools that have the
switch on invites accidents.
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SAFETY INFORMATION
• Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning the power tool on. A wrench or a
key left attached to a rotating part of the power tool may result in personal injury.
• Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. This enables better
control of the power tool in unexpected situations.
• Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Keep your hair, clothing and
gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry or long hair can be caught in
moving parts.
• If devices are provided for the connection of dust extraction and collection facilities,
ensure that these are connected and properly used. Use of these devices can reduce
dust-related hazards.
Power Tool Use and Care
• Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power tool for your application. The
correct power tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed.
• Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn it on and off. Any power tool that
cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
• Disconnect the plug from the power source and/or the battery pack from the power
tool before making any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing power tools.
Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the power tool accidentally.
• Store idle power tools out of the reach of children and do not allow persons
unfamiliar with the power tool or these instructions to operate the power tool. Power
tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
• Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage
of parts and any other condition that may affect the power tool’s operation. If
damaged, have the power tool repaired before use. Many accidents are caused by
poorly maintained power tools.
• Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting
edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control.
• Use the power tool, accessories, tool bits, etc., in accordance with these instructions,
taking into account the working conditions and the work to be performed. Use of the
power tool for operations different from those intended could result in a hazardous situation.
Battery Tool Use and Care
• Recharge only with the charger specied by the manufacturer. A charger that is suitable
for one type of battery pack may create a risk of re when used with another battery pack.
• Use power tools only with specically designated battery packs. Use of any other
battery packs may create a risk of injury and re.
• When battery pack is not in use, keep it away from other metal objects like paper
clips, coins, keys, nails, screws or other small metal objects that can make a
connection from one terminal to another. Shorting the battery terminals together may
cause burns or a re.
• Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected from the battery; avoid contact. If
contact accidentally occurs, ush with water. If liquid contacts eyes, additionally seek
medical help. Liquid ejected from the battery may cause irritation or burns.
Service
• Have your power tool serviced by a qualied repair person using only identical
replacement parts. This will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained.
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SAFETY INFORMATION
Specic Safety Warnings for Cordless Jig Saw
• Hold power tool by insulated gripping surfaces when performing an operation where
the cutting accessory may contact hidden wiring. Cutting accessory contacting a “live”
wire may make exposed metal parts of the power tool “live” and could give the operator an
electric shock.
• Use clamps or another practical way to secure and support the work piece to a stable
platform. Holding the work by hand or against your body leaves it unstable and may lead to
loss of control.
• Always wait until the tool has come to a complete stop before placing it down. The tool insert
can jam and lead to loss of control over the power tool.
• When working with the power tool, always hold it rmly with both hands and provide a
secure stance. The power tool is guided more securely with both hands.
• Always remove the battery pack before changing the saw blade and/or adjusting the saw
base.
• The saw blade must be securely locked in its holder. Check that it has been securely seated
before use.
• Make certain that all adjusting levers and the blade holder are tight before making a cut.
Loose adjusting levers and holders can cause the tool or blade to slip; loss of control may
result.
• Never touch the saw blade after immediate use. It may be hot after prolonged use.
• Always wear safety goggles or eye protection when using this tool. Use a dust mask or
respirator or connect the tool to an external dust vacuum if cutting generates a great amount
of dust.
• Keep hands away from cutting area. Do not reach under the material being cut. The
proximity of the blade to your hand is hidden from your sight.
• Do not use dull or damaged saw blades and accessories.
PREPARATION
Know Your Jig Saw
Before attempting to use the jig saw, familiarize yourself with all of its operating features and
safety requirements.
WARNING
• Do not allow familiarity with the jig saw to cause carelessness. Remember that one careless
moment is enough to cause severe injury. Before attempting to use any tool, be sure to
become familiar with all of the operating features and safety instructions.
• Do not attempt to modify this tool or create accessories not recommended for use with this
tool. Any such alteration or modication is misuse and could result in a hazardous condition
leading to possible serious personal injury.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
1. To Attach Battery Pack
a. Press the switch-lock button (A) marked
to
set it to the lock position.
b. Align the raised portion on the battery pack
(not included) with the grooves on the bottom
of the tool, then slide the battery pack onto the
saw as shown.
c. Make sure that the latches on the battery
pack snap into place and the battery pack is
secured to the tool before beginning operation.
NOTICE: When placing the battery pack on the
tool, be sure that the raised rib on battery pack
aligns with the groove on the tool and the latches
snap into place properly. Improper attachment of
the battery pack can cause damage to internal components.
To Detach Battery Pack
a. Press the switch-lock button (A) marked
to set it to the lock position.
b. Press the battery-release button to release the battery pack.
c. Pull backward on the battery pack to remove it from the tool.
2. Variable-speed Trigger Switch and
Switch-Lock Button
a. To turn the saw ON, press the switch-lock
button (A) marked
to unlock the switch,
then squeeze the variable-speed trigger
switch (B).
b. To turn the saw OFF, release the trigger
switch. The switch can be locked in OFF by
pressing the switch-lock button marked to
reduce the chance of unintentional starting.
c. To vary the speed, simply increase or
decrease the pressure on the variable-speed
trigger switch. The more tightly the variable
speed trigger switch is squeezed, the higher
the speed will be.
WARNING
• Battery tools are always in operating condition. Therefore, always press the switch-lock
button marked to lock the switch or remove the battery when the saw is not in use or when
carrying the saw at your side.
2
BA
1
Attach
Battery release
button
Detach
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
3. LED work light
The LED work light (C) is located on the front of
the saw in the tool housing. It will illuminate when
the variable-speed trigger switch (B) is depressed.
This provides additional light on the surface of the
work piece for operation in lower-light areas.
The LED work light will turn off approximately 10
seconds after the variable-speed trigger switch is
released.
4. Orbital-Function Lever
This jig saw has the option of orbital action when
cutting.
Adjust the orbital-function lever (I) to suit the
material and obtain the best cutting performance.
Setting 0: no orbital action for cutting thin, soft
steel, plastic and for more precise wood cutting.
Setting 1: minimal orbital action for cutting hard
wood.
Setting 2: medium orbital action for straight or
curving wood cutting.
Setting 3: maximum orbital action for fast wood
cutting.
Always make test cuts in scrap material rst to
determine the best setting.
WARNING
• To reduce the risk of injury, always allow the jig
saw to come to a complete stop before changing
the orbital function setting.
5. Dust-Blowing Lever
This tool has a dust-blowing lever (M).
a. To blow sawdust, move the lever to the
blowing setting
.
b. To turn off the blowing function, move the lever
to the no-blowing setting
.
WARNING
• To reduce the risk of injury, always allow the jig
saw to come to a complete stop before changing
the dust blowing setting.
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C
4
C
5
M
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
6. Adjusting the Base-Plate Bevel Angle
WARNING
• Battery tools are always in operating condition.
To reduce the risk of injury, always remove the
battery pack before making any adjustments or
changing accessories.
a. Pivot the bevel lever (L) to unlock the base
plate (J).
b. Move the base plate forward so that the lock
pin does not contact the base plate. The base
plate now can be beveled to the left or to the
right. Detents are positioned at 0°, 15°, 30° and
45°, according to the scale marked on the base
plate.
c. When the desired bevel angle is achieved,
move the base plate backward; make sure
that the lock pin is located in the slot of the
scale.
d. Move the bevel lever back to lock the base
plate.
6a
J
L
6b
Lock pin
6c
Lock pin
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