Skil 4395, 4495 Instruction Manual

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General Power Tool Safety Warnings

WARNING

Read all safety warnings and instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.

SAVE ALL WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS

FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

The term “power tool” in all of the warnings listed below 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 flammable liquids, gases or dust.

tools create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes.

Keep children and bystanders away while operating a power tool.

cause you to lose control.

Distractions can

Power

Electrical safety

Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never modify the plug in any way. Do not use any adapter plugs with earthed (grounded) power tools.

and matching outlets will reduce risk of electric shock.

Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces such as pipes, radiators, ranges and refrigerators.

of electric shock if your body is earthed or grounded.

Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions.

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.

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 the power tool in damp locations is unavoidable use a Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) protected supply.

a GFCI reduce the risk of electric shock.

GFCI and personal protection devices like electrician’s rubber gloves and footwear will further enhance your personal safety.

There is an increased risk

Water entering a power tool will

Unmodified plugs

Damaged or entangled

Use of

Do not use AC only rated tools with a DC power supply.

work, the electrical components of the AC rated tool are likely to fail and create a hazard to the operator.

While the tool may appear to

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 influence of drugs, alcohol or medication.

while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury.

Use personal protective equipment. Always wear eye protection.

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

power tools with your finger on the switch or plugging in power tools that have the switch on invites accidents.

Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning the power tool on.

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.

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.

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 these are connected and properly used.

related hazards.

or carrying the tool.

Use of dust collection can reduce dust-

A moment of inattention

Protective equipment

Carrying

A wrench or a

This enables better

Loose

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Keep handles dry, clean and free from oil and grease.

ontrol the power tool.

Slippery hands cannot safely

Power tool use and care

Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power tool for your application.

ower 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.

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.

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.

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 tools operation. If damaged, have the power tool repaired before use.

Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained power tools.

Any power tool that

The correct

Such

Power tools are

Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting e

dges are less likely to bind and are easier to

control.

Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc. in accordance with these instructions, taking into account the working conditions and the work to be performed.

power tool for operations different from those intended could result in a hazardous situation.

Use clamps or other practical way to secure and support the workpiece to a stable platform.

your body is unstable and may lead to loss of control.

Holding the work by hand or against

Use of the

Service

Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair person using only identical replacement parts.

safety of the power tool is maintained.

Develop a periodic maintenance schedule for your tool. When cleaning a tool be careful not to disassemble any portion of the tool since internal wires may be misplaced or pinched or safety guard return springs may be improperly mounted.

cleaning agents such as gasoline, carbon tetrachloride, ammonia, etc. may damage plastic parts.

Risk of injury to user. The power cord must only be serviced by a Skil Factory Service Center or Authorized Skil Service Station.

This will ensure that the

Certain

SAVE ALL WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS

FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

Safety Rules for Jigsaws

Hold tool by insulated gripping surfaces when performing an operation where the cutting tool may contact hidden wiring or its own cord.

make exposed metal parts of the tool "live" and shock the operator.

Use clamps or other practical way to secure and support the workpiece to a stable platform.

against your body is unstable and may lead to loss of control.

Contact with a "live" wire will

Holding the work by hand or

Do not drill, fasten or break into existing walls or other blind areas where electrical wiring may exist.

unavoidable, disconnect all fuses or circuit breakers feeding this worksite.

Never leave the trigger locked "ON". Before plugging the tool in, check that the trigger lock is "OFF".

could cause injury.

Be aware of the location and setting of the switch "Lock-ON" button.

If this situation is

Accidental start-ups

If the switch is

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locked "ON" during the use, be ready for emergency situations to switch it "OFF", by first pulling the trigger then immediately releasing it without pressing the "Lock-ON" button.

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.

Keep hands from between the gear housing and saw blade holder.

reciprocating blade holder can pinch your fingers.

Do not use dull or damaged blades. Bent blade can break easily or cause kickback.

Before starting to cut, turn tool "ON" and allow the blade to come to full speed.

can chatter or vibrate if blade speed is too slow at beginning of cut and possibly kickback.

Always wear safety goggles or eye protection when using this tool. Use a dust mask or respirator for applications which generate dust.

Secure material before cutting. Never hold it in your hand or across legs.

material may flex or vibrate with the blade, causing loss of control.

Small or thin

The

Tool

Make certain all adjusting screws and the blade holder are tight before making a cut.

Loose adjusting screws and holders can cause the tool or blade to slip and loss of control may result.

When removing the blade from the tool avoid contact with skin and use proper protective gloves when grasping the blade or accessory.

prolonged use.

WARNING

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 chemicallytreated lumber.

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.

Accessories may be hot after

Some dust created by power sanding, sawing,

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Symbols

IMPORTANT: Some of the following symbols may be used on your tool. Please study them

and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the t

ool better and safer.

Symbol Name Designation/Explanation

V Volts Voltage (potential)

A Amperes Current

Hz Hertz Frequency (cycles per second)

W Watt Power

kg Kilograms Weight

min Minutes Time

s Seconds Time

Diameter Size of drill bits, grinding wheels, etc.

.../min Revolutions or reciprocation per minute Revolutions, strokes, surface speed,

0 Off position Zero speed, zero torque...

1, 2, 3, ... Selector settings Speed, torque or position settings.

I, II, III, Higher number means greater speed

No load speed Rotational speed, at no load

orbits etc. per minute

Infinitely variable selector with off Speed is increasing from 0 setting

Arrow Action in the direction of arrow

Alternating current Type or a characteristic of current

Direct current Type or a characteristic of current

Alternating or direct current Type or a characteristic of current

Class II construction Designates Double Insulated

Construction tools.

Earthing terminal Grounding terminal

Warning symbol Alerts user to warning messages

Li-ion RBRC seal Designates Li-ion battery recycling

program

This symbol designates that this tool is listed by Underwriters Laboratories.

This symbol designates that this tool is listed by the Canadian Standards Association.

This symbol designates that this tool is listed by the Intertek Testing

This symbol designates that this tool is listed by the Canadian Standards Association, to United States and Canadian Standards.

This symbol designates that this tool is listed by Underwriters Laboratories, to United States and Canadian Standards.

This symbol

designates that this tool complies to NOM Mexican Standards.

Services, to United States and Canadian Standards.

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Functional Description and Specifications

WARNING

Disconnect the plug from the power source before making any a

ssembly, adjustments or changing accessories

measures reduce the risk of starting the tool accidentally.

Jigsaws

FIG.1

LASER LIGHT ON/OFF BUTTON

(Model 4495 only)

LASER LIGHT

ADJUSTMENT

SCREW

“LOCK-ON” BUTTON

VARIABLE SPEED CONTROLLED

TRIGGER SWITCH

RUBBERIZED GRIP

Such preventive safety

VENTILATION

OPENINGS

BLADE STORAGE

COMPARTMENT

TOOL-LESS

BLADE CHANGE

COVER

BLADE

ORBIT CONTROL

FOOT

LEVER

FOOT ADJUSTMENT

LEVER

MAXIMUM CAPACITIES

Model Blade Stroke

No. Thickness Length Wood Aluminum Steel

4395 & 4495 Minimum .7mm - 13/16" 2-9/16" 1/2" 1/4"

Maximum 1.7mm

NOTE: For tool specifications refer to the nameplate on your tool.

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Assembly

Attaching the Blade

WARNING

power source before assembling parts, making adjustments, or changing blades.

1. Insert the saw blade (teeth in cutting direction) until it latches in the plunger (Fig. 2).

FIG. 2

TOOL-LESS

BLADE CHANGE

COVER

To prevent personal injury, always disconnect plug from

Operating Instructions

VARIABLE SPEED CONTROLLED

Your tool is equipped with a variable speed trigger switch. The tool can be turned "ON" or "OFF" by squeezing or releasing the trigger. The speed can be adjusted from the minimum to maximum nameplate SPM by the pressure you apply to the trigger. Apply more pressure to increase the speed and release pressure to decrease speed (Fig. 1).

The "Lock-ON" button, located in the handle of your tool allows for continuous operation at maximum SPM without holding the trigger (Fig. 1).

TO LOCK TRIGGER "ON": squeeze trigger, depress button and release trigger.

TO UNLOCK THE TRIGGER: squeeze trigger and release it without depressing the "LockON" button.

WARNING

the trigger can not be released.

The stroke rate may be adjusted as described earlier under “Variable Speed Controlled Trigger Switch”. The best results for a particular application is determined by experience, though as a general rule, slower speeds are for denser materials and faster speeds are for soft materials.

TRIGGER SWITCH

"LOCK-ON" BUTTON

If the “Lock-ON” button is continuously being depressed,

PLUNGER SPEED

When inserting the saw blade, the back of the blade must rest in the groove of the guide roller (Fig. 3).

2. To remove blade, lift tool-less blade change

cover up with index finger and thumb and remove blade.

For use with both T or U shank jigsaw blades.

FIG. 3

BLADE

ROLLER

GUIDE

LASER LIGHT GUIDE (Model 4495 only)

The laser light guide is a class IIIA laser with a maximum output power of 5.0m Watts and conforms to 21 CFR 1040.10 and 1040.11.

DANGER

DO NOT stare into the laser light source. Never aim light at another person or object other than the workpiece.

damage your eyes.

WARNING

Tinted glasses will reduce overall vision for the application and interfere with the normal operation of the tool.

WARNING

surface.

similar reflective surfaces are not recommended for laser use. Reflective surfaces could direct the beam back toward the operator.

CAUTION

other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.

CAUTION

eye hazards.

LASER RADIATION. AVOID DIRECT EYE EXPOSURE.

Laser light can

DO NOT use tinted glasses to enhance the laser light.

Never aim the beam at a workpiece with a reflective

Bright shiny reflective sheet steel or

Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures

The use of optical instruments with this product will increase

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WAVELENGTH: 650 nm Max. Output: < 5 mW

LASER RADIATI ON - AVOID DIRECT EYE EXPOSURE

CLASS IIIa LASER PRODUCT

RADIACIÓN LÁSER: EVITE LA EXPOSICIÓN DIRECTA DE LOS OJOS

RAYONNEMENT LASER - ÉVITER D’Y EXPOSER DIRECTEMENT LES YEUX

COMPLIES WITH FDA 21CFR1040.10 AND 1040.11

• AVOID EXPOSURE LASER RADIATION IS EMITTED FROM THIS APERTURE.

• EVITE LA EXPOSICIÓN. DESDE ESTA ABERTURA SE EMITE RADIACIÓN LÁSER.

• ÉVITER L'EXPOSITION RAYONNEMENT LASER

ÉMIS PAR CETTE

OUVERTURE.

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LASER LIGHT ON/OFF BUTTON

(Model 4495 only)

he laser “ON/OFF” button allows you to turn

the laser feature on or off. To turn laser ON, depress the button. To turn laser OFF, depress the button again.

TO ADJUST THE LASER LINE GUIDE

Your laser line guide is pre-set at the factory and should not need adjustment. If adjustment is required, use a flat head screwdriver to turn the adjustment screw located on the side of the laser module (Fig. 4). Turn on the laser light ON. Rotate the adjustment screw until the laser line is in the center of the blade. There is no need to turn the tool “ON” while adjusting the light beam.

FIG. 4

LASER LIGHT

ADJUSTMENT

SCREW

The Laser line guide has a limited amount of travel. Do not continue to turn the adjustment s

crew after the line stops moving or if it becomes significantly harder to turn the screw. Overturning the adjustment screw may cause the adjustment system to break or cause the adjustment screw to fall out of the tool.

USING THE LASER LINE GUIDE

Only turn on the laser light on when the tool is on the workpiece.

1. First mark the line of cut on your workpiece (good side down.)

2. Insert plug into the power source.

3. Place the front edge of the saw foot on the workpiece, turn laser light ON and align beam with the line of cut .

4. Hold the tool firmly, squeeze the trigger and allow the tool to reach desired speed.

5. Press down (to keep the saw foot flat against the work surface) as you slowly push the saw forward, keeping the beam in line with the line of cut .

6. After completion of the cut, turn the laser light OFF.

BLADE STORAGE COMPARTMENT

Your tool is equipped with a blade storage compartment on the backside of your saw (Fig. 5). To open, pull compartment in direction of arrow. To close, push compartment toward the tool until it snaps into place.

Be sure compartment is closed to prevent blades from falling out.

FIG. 5

BLADE

STORAGE

COMPARTMENT

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The orbital action lever (Fig. 6) will regulate

ORBITAL ACTION

the orbital action from “MIN” position for normal up and down motion to “MAX” position for maximum orbital action for faster cutting in softer materials.

FIG. 6

ORBIT

CONTROL

LEVER

Cutting Tips

Face the good side of the material down and secure it in a bench vise or clamp it down. Draw cutting lines or designs on the side of the material facing up towards you. Then place the front edge of the saw foot on the work and line up the blade with the line to be cut. Hold the jigsaw firmly, turn it on, and press down (to keep the saw foot flat against the work) as you slowly push the saw in the direction of the cut.

Build up cutting rate gradually, cutting close to the line (unless you want to leave stock for finish sanding). As you cut you may have to adjust or relocate the vise or clamps to keep the work stable. Do not force the saw or the blade teeth may rub and wear without cutting and the blade may break. Let the saw do most of the work. When following curves, cut slowly so the blade can cut through cross grain. This will give you an accurate cut and will prevent the blade from wandering.

CUTTING WITH A STRAIGHTEDGE

Always use a rough cut blade when possible. Clamp a straightedge on the work parallel to the line of cut and flush with the side of the saw foot. (Either first mark the line of cut and then position the straightedge parallel and at the same distance as between the blade and

When minimal splintering is desired we recommend using “MIN” position.

MIN MAX

MILD STEEL / SOFT METALS SOFT WOODS

ALL MATERIALS PLYWOOD

Orbital cut control is not observable when jigsaw is free running. Jigsaw must be cutting for orbital action to occur. The speed of cut is much more apparent in thicker materials such as 2 by lumber.

the side edge of the foot or first mark the side edge of the foot and then clamp the straightedge on the mark and parallel to the cut line Fig. 7).

As you cut, keep the saw foot edge flush against the straightedge and flat on the workpiece (Fig. 7).

FIG. 7

FOOT

AGAINST

STRAIGHT-

EDGE

LINE

CUT

CLAMPS

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Oº

22.5º

45º

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Plunge cutting is useful and time-saving in

PLUNGE CUTTING

making rough openings in softer materials. It is not necessary to drill a hole for an inside or pocket cut. Draw lines for the opening, hold the saw firmly, tilt it forward so that the toe of the saw foot rests on the work, but with the blade well clear of the work. Start the motor, and then very gradually lower the blade. When it touches, continue pressing down on the toe of the saw foot slowly pivoting the saw like a hinge until the blade cuts through and the foot rests flat on the work. Then saw ahead on the line of cut line. We do not recommend plunge cutting with a scroll blade (Fig. 8).

To make sharp corners, cut up to the corner, then back up slightly before rounding the

BEVEL OR ANGLE CUTTING

WARNING

Disconnect the cord from the

power source. Your tool is equipped with quick reference detent stops. The foot can be adjusted and locked to cut angles only at 0˚, 22.5˚ and 45˚.

TO ADJUST: Lift foot adjustment lever in the side of housing as shown, move foot slightly forward to disengage the locking tab (Fig. 9).

Position foot to desired angle, then push foot backward to engage locking tab and lower adjustment lever to maintain adjustment. After adjusting foot make a sample cut to check the angle. (Fig. 9).

corner. After the opening is complete, go back to each corner and cut it from the opposite direction to square it off. Do not try to plunge cut into hard materials such as steel.

FIG. 8

TOE OF FOOT

FOOT ADJUSTMENT

Your Jigsaw is equipped with the Skil stable foot feature. The stable foot feature helps stablize the tool by allowing more of the saw’s foot on the edge work surface when beginning a cut.

To adjust foot, lift foot adjustment lever and slide foot completely forward in direction of arrow (Fig. 10).

Lower foot adjustment lever back to it’s original position to maintain adjustment.

Note: If the foot becomes loose you can rotate the lever tension adjustment wheel (Fig. 9) to tighten the lever.

FIG. 9

FOOT

ADJUSTMENT

LEVER

LEVER TENSION

ADJUSTMENT

WHEEL

LOCKING

TAB

FIG. 10

LOCKING TAB

(For stable foot

position)

ADJUSTMENT

LOCKING TAB

(For Bevel positions)

FOOT

LEVER

DETENTS

STOPS

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When cutting metal clamp material down. Be

METAL CUTTING

xtra certain that you move the saw along slowly. Use lower speeds. Do not twist, bend, or force the blade. If the saw jumps or bounces, use a blade with finer teeth. If the blade seems clogged when cutting soft metal, use a blade with coarser teeth.

For easier cutting, lubricate the blade with a stick of cutting wax, if available, or cutting oil when cutting steel. Thin metal should be

RIP FENCE AND CIRCLE CUTTING GUIDE

This accessory is available at an extra cost. It is used for fast and accurate straight and circle cutting (Fig. 11).

ATTACHING RIP FENCE

1. Insert bar of rip fence through the slots provided in foot, from either side of foot with the edge guide facing down (Fig. 11).

2. Thread the clamp screw through threaded hole in tab on either the left or right side of foot, and securely tighten clamp screw with a screwdriver against rip fence bar (Fig. 11).

sandwiched between two pieces of wood or tightly clamped on a single piece of wood (

wood on top of the metal). Draw the cut lines

or design on the top piece of wood.

When cutting aluminum extrusion or angle iron, clamp the work in a bench vise and saw close to the vise jaws.

When sawing tubing and the diameter is larger than the blade is deep, cut through the wall of the tubing and then insert the blade into the cut rotating the tube as you saw.

FIG. 11

CLAMP

SCREW

SLOT

BAR

Once the rip fence is attached, measure from

STRAIGHT CUTTING

the edge of work to the line of cut, and set edge guide of rip fence to the same distance and then securely tighten clamp screw (Fig. 12).

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EDGE GUIDE DOWN

FIG. 12

CLAMP

SCREW

LINE OF CUT

DESIRED

WIDTH

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1. Before attaching the rip fence, draw a circle

CIRCLE CUTTING

nd drive a finishing nail in the center of circle.

2. Drill or plunge cut near the circles edge, turn saw off and disconnect the plug from power source (Fig. 13).

3. Attach rip fence to saw with the edge guide facing UP. In order for the rip fence to cut a circle, the nail must be in alignment with the blade, as shown in (Fig. 14).

4. Measure the distance from the selected hole to the blade to be equal to the circle radius.

5. Insert plug into power source, hold the saw firmly, squeeze trigger and slowly push the saw forward. To make a hole, cut from inside the circle; To make wheels or discs, cut from the outside.

Cutting Tip: Cut slowly so the blade will stay straight in the cut. Place small wedges in the cut as shown in Fig. 13, to keep the inner circle from spreading when near the end of the cut.

FIG. 13

WEDGE

EDGE

GUIDE UP

FIG. 14

FINISHING

NAIL

BLADE MUST BE IN

ALIGNMENT WITH NAIL

NAIL

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