Skil 52324, 52318, 52314 User Manual
Operating/Safety Instructions
Consignes de fonctionnement/sécurité
Instrucciones de funcionamiento
y seguridad
52314
52318
52324
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Read and understand all instructions. Failure to follow all instructions
listed below, may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious personal injury.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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.
Keep by-standers, children, and visitors
away while operating a power tool.
Distractions can cause you to lose control.
Electrical Safety
A battery operated tool with integral
batteries or a separate battery pack must
be recharged only with the specified
charger for the battery. A charger that may
be suitable for one type of battery may
create a risk of fire when used with another
battery.
Use battery operated tool only with
specifically designated battery pack. Use
of any other batteries may create a risk of
fire.
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 clothes, jewelry,
or long hair can be caught in moving parts.
Avoid accidental starting. Be sure switch
is in the locked or off position before
inserting battery pack. Carrying tools with
your finger on the switch or inserting the
battery pack into a tool with the switch on
invites accidents.
Remove adjusting keys or wrenches
before turning the tool on. A wrench or a
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 enable 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. A tool that cannot be controlled
with the switch is dangerous and must be
repaired.
Disconnect battery pack from tool or
place the switch in the locked or off
position before making any adjustments,
changing accessories, or storing the tool.
Such preventive 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.
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 sparks, burns, or a fire.
Maintain tools with care. Keep cutting
tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained
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WARNING
General Safety Rules
For All Battery Operated Tools
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Safety Rules for Cordless Jigsaws
Hold tool by insulated gripping surfaces
when performing an operation where the
cutting tool may contact hidden wiring.
Contact with a "live" wire will make exposed
metal parts of the tool "live" and shock the
operator. Do not drill, fasten or break into
existing walls or other blind areas where
electrical wiring may exist. If this situation is
unavoidable, disconnect all fuses or circuit
breakers feeding this worksite.
Disconnect battery pack from tool or
place the switch in the locked or off
position before making any assembly,
adjustments or changing accessories.
Such preventive safety measures reduce the
risk of starting the tool accidentally.
Never leave the trigger locked "ON".
Before inserting the battery pack, check
that the trigger lock is "OFF". Accidental
start-ups could cause injury.
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. The
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.
Tool can chatter or vibrate if blade speed is
too slow at beginning of cut and possibly
kickback.
Secure material before cutting. Never
hold it in your hand or across legs. Small
or thin material may flex or vibrate with the
blade, causing loss of control.
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. Accessories may be
hot after prolonged use.
tools with sharp cutting edge 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 tool's
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 create a risk of injury when
used on another tool.
Service
Tool service must be performed only by
qualified repair personnel. Service or
maintenance performed by unqualified
personnel may 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 shock or injury.
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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.
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.
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WARNING
Battery/Charger
Before using battery charger, read all
instructions and cautionary markings on
(1) battery charger, (2) battery pack, and
(3) product using battery.
Use only the charger which accompanied
your product or direct replacement as
listed in the catalog or this manual. Do not
substitute any other charger. Use only Bosch
approved chargers with your product. See
Functional Description and Specifications.
Do not disassemble charger or operate
the charger if it has received a sharp blow,
been dropped or otherwise damaged in
any way. Replace damaged cord or plugs
immediately. Incorrect reassembly or
damage may result in electric shock or fire.
Do not recharge battery in damp or wet
environment. Do not expose charger to
rain or snow. If battery case is cracked or
otherwise damaged, do not insert into
charger. Battery short or fire may result.
Charge only Bosch approved rechargeable
batteries. See Functional Description and
Specifications. Other types of batteries may
burst causing personal injury and damage.
Charge battery pack in temperatures
above +40 degrees F (4 degrees C) and
below +105 degrees F (41 degrees C).
Store tool and battery pack in locations
where temperatures will not exceed 120
degrees F (49 degrees C). This is important
to prevent serious damage to the battery
cells.
Battery leakage may occur under extreme
usage or temperature conditions. Avoid
contact with skin and eyes. The battery
liquid is caustic and could cause chemical
burns to tissues. If liquid comes in contact
with skin, wash quickly with soap and water,
then with lemon juice or vinegar. If the liquid
contacts your eyes, flush them with water for
a minimum of 10 minutes and seek medical
attention.
Place charger on flat non-flammable
surfaces and away from flammable
materials when re-charging battery pack.
The charger and battery pack heat during
charging. Carpeting and other heat
insulating surfaces block proper air
circulation which may cause overheating of
the charger and battery pack. If smoke or
melting of the case are observed unplug the
charger immediately and do not use the
battery pack or charger.
Use of an attachment not recommended or sold by Bosch may result in a
risk of fire, electric shock or injury to
persons.
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Battery Care
When batteries are not in
tool or charger, keep them
away from metal objects. For example, to
protect terminals from shorting DO NOT
place batteries in a tool box or pocket with
nails, screws, keys, etc. Fire or injury may
result.
To prevent fire or injury
when batteries are not in
tool or charger, always place protective
cap onto end of battery pack. Protective
cap, guards against terminal shorting.
DO NOT PUT BATTERIES INTO FIRE OR
EXPOSE TO HIGH HEAT. They may
explode.
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WARNING
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WARNING
Do not attempt to disassemble the battery or
remove any component projecting from
the battery terminals. Fire or injury may
result. Prior to disposal, protect exposed
terminals with heavy insulating tape to
prevent shorting.
NICKEL-CADMIUM BATTERIES
If equipped with a nickel-cadmium battery,
the battery must be collected, recycled or
disposed of in an environmentally sound
manner.
“The EPA certified RBRC
Battery Recycling Seal on the
nickel-cadmium (Ni-Cd)
battery indicates Robert
Bosch Tool Corporation is
voluntarily participating in an
industry program to collect and recycle
these batteries at the end of their useful life,
when taken out of service in the United
States or Canada. The RBRC program
provides a convenient alterative to placing
used Ni-Cd batteries into the trash or the
municipal waste stream, which may be
illegal in your area.
Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY for information
on Ni-Cd battery recycling and disposal
bans/restrictions in your area, or return your
batteries to a Skil/Bosch/Dremel Service
Center for recycling. Robert Bosch Tool
Corporation’s involvement in this program is
part of our commitment to preserving our
environment and conserving our natural
resources.”
NICKEL-METAL HYDRIDE BATTERIES
If equipped with a nickel-metal hydride
battery, the battery can be disposed of in a
municipal solid waste stream.
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WARNING
Battery Disposal
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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
tool 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.
n
0
No load speed Rotational speed, at no load
.../min Revolutions or reciprocation per minute Revolutions, strokes, surface speed,
orbits etc. per minute
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
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
Ni-Cad RBRC seal Designates Ni-Cad battery recycling
program
Symbols
0
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 to
Canadian Standards by
Underwriters Laboratories.
This symbol
designates
that
this tool
complies
to NOM
Mexican
Standards.
This symbol designates
that this tool is listed by
Underwriters Laboratories,
and listed to Canadian
Standards by Underwriters
Laboratories.
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Tool
Model number 52314 52318 52324
Voltage rating 14.4 V 18 V 24 V
No load speed n
0
0-2000/min n0 0-2000/min n0 0-2000/min
Charge time 1 hr. 1 hr. 1 hr.
Maximum Capacities
Stroke length 1" 1" 1"
Wood 2-1/2" 2-5/8" 2-3/4"
Aluminium 3/8" 7/16" 1/2"
Mild steel 3/32" 3/32" 1/8"
Charger BC001-6 & BC016 BC003, 4, 6, & BC016 BC004, 6, & BC016
Voltage rating 120 V 60 Hz 120 V 60 Hz 120 V 60 Hz
Battery pack BAT038 - BAT040 BAT025 & BAT026 BAT030 & BAT031
BC006 charger requires 12 V DC input
NOTE: ONLY USE CHARGERS LISTED ABOVE
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Functional Description and Specifications
Disconnect battery pack from tool or place the switch in the locked or
off position before making any assembly, adjustments or changing
accessories. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the tool
accidentally.
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WARNING
Cordless Jigsaws
FIG. 1
FOOTPLATE
BATTERY
RELEASE
TABS
BATTERY
PACK
TRIGGER SWITCH
BLOWER LEVER
BLADE ORBIT
SELECTOR
LEVER
BLADE
EJECTOR
LEVER
SWITCH LOCK
BLADE
GUIDE
ROLLER
PLUNGER
INTAKE
VENTILATION
OPENINGS
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ATTACHING NON-MARRING OVERSHOE
Your tool is equipped with a protective
plastic overshoe that protects finer surfaces.
To attach, hook overshoe over front of metal
footplate and snap into place at rear of
footplate (Fig. 3).
ANTI-SPLINTER INSERT
To minimize splintering of the top surface of
the material being cut, place the anti-splinter
insert in the blade opening of the footplate,
or the non-marring overshoe.
Note: This insert will only work with blades
that have ground sides such as T301CD,
TB1B, T101D, and T101DP.
SWITCH LOCK
The switch lock is designed to prevent
accidental starts. To operate switch, press
the switch lock button with your thumb to the
unlock symbol. To lock the switch, press
the switch lock button to the lock symbol
(Fig. 1).
VARIABLE SPEED CONTROLLED
TRIGGER SWITCH
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).
BRAKE
When the trigger is released it activates the
electrical brake to stop the blade quickly. This
feature is especially useful when making
repetitive cuts.
Operating Instructions
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Assembly
BLADE INSTALLATION AND REMOVAL
This jigsaw is equipped with the Bosch
“Clic” tooless blade changing system. This
system makes changing blades simple and
fast.
Insert the saw blade (teeth in cutting
direction) until it latches in the plunger. When
inserting the saw blade, the back of the
blade must rest in the groove of the guide
roller (Fig. 2).
Note: If the saw blade cannot be inserting
into the plunger, the slots of the blade holder
are not positioned as shown, push the blade
ejector lever briefly to the front and release.
To change the saw blade, push the ejector
lever to the center stop; this releases the
saw blade and it is ejected.
When changing the blade, tool should be
held so that the blade is safely ejected.
FIG. 2
EJECTOR
LEVER
BLADE
FOOTPLATE
ANTI-SPLINTER
INSERT
NON-MARRING
OVERSHOE
GUIDE
ROLLER
FIG. 3
PLUNGER
GUIDE
ROLLER
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BLADE ORBIT SELECTOR LEVER
Maximum cutting efficiency can be obtained
by adjusting the blade orbit selector lever to
suit the material being cut.
The following chart will help you determine
which setting to use for your application.
This chart is intended as a guideline only,
and test cuts in scrap material should be
performed first to determine the best setting.
Setting O
Hard materials such as
metals or thin sheet metals.
This setting can be used with
knife blades, grit edge
blades, rasp work. and down
cutting blades.
Setting 1
Soft materials where cleaner
cutting or delicate scrolling
work is performed.
Setting 2
Medium density materials
such as harder woods or
particle board.
Setting 3
Soft materials such as wood,
plastics, etc. and when fast
cutting is more important
than a clean cut
CHIP BLOWER
Your is equipped with a two position chip
blower to help keep the cutting line clear of
chips.
By adjusting the chip blower lever the force
of the discharge air may be altered as
follows;
BLOWER SWITCHED ON
For working with wood, plastic
and similar materials that
produce large amounts of
sawdust.
BLOWER SWITCHED OFF
For working with metals and
when cooling agents are used.
FOOTPLATE ANGLE ADJUSTMENT
The footplate may be tilted to allow angle
cuts up to 45º in either direction.
To adjust footplate, loosen screw with allen
wrench provided, slide the footplate slightly
forward towards the front of tool, then rotate
to desired angle. The detent slots will hold
the footplate firmly at 45º, and there are
additional position marks for 15º and 30º
angles. Intermediate angles may be set with
a protractor. After positioning the footplate
securely tighten screw (Fig. 4).
FLUSH CUTTING
To allow the saw to make a perpendicular
cut close to a vertical surface, the footplate
may be repositioned as follows.
Loosen screw, move the footplate back in
the 0º alignment slot, and securely tighten
screw. Note that when the footplate is
retracted in this manner, only 90º cuts are
possible, and the optional cutting guide and
anti-splinter insert guide may not be used.
TOOL TIPS
Always be certain that smaller workpieces
are securely fastened to a bench or other
support. Larger panels may be held in place
by clamps on a bench or sawhorses.
To begin a cut, clearly mark the cutting line,
and rest the front of the footplate on the
work. Engage the switch, and move the
blade into the work using only enough
forward pressure to keep the blade cutting
steadily. Do not force, as this will not make
the saw cut faster; let the blade do the work.
Choose blades carefully, as the ability of the
jigsaw to follow curves, provide smother
finishes, or faster cutting is directly related to
the type of blade used.
PLUNGE CUTTING
Plunge cutting is useful and time-saving in
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
FOOTPLATE
SCREW
FIG. 4
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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. 5).
To make sharp corners, cut up to the corner,
then back up slightly before rounding the
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.
CIRCLE AND PARALLEL CUTTING GUIDE
This accessory is available at an extra cost. It
is used for fast and accurate straight and
circle cutting (Fig. 6).
ATTACHING GUIDE
1. Insert bar of guide through lock knob
clamp, then through the slots provided in
foot, from either side of foot with the edge
guide facing down (Fig. 6).
2. Hook lock knob clamp onto edge of
footplate, adjust fence to desired width, and
securely tighten lock knob clamp.
CIRCLE CUTTING
1. Before attaching the guide, draw a circle
and predrill a 13/64” center hole in
workpiece.
2. Drill or plunge cut near the circles edge,
turn saw off and move the switch lock to the
lock position.
3. Attach guide to saw with edge guide facing
UP as shown (Fig. 7).
4. Remove guide pin from end of guide,
push pin through hole provided in guide,
then into center hole of workpiece.
5. Measure the distance from the selected
hole to the blade to be equal to the circle
radius.
6. Move switch lock to the unlock position,
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. 7, to keep the inner circle
from spreading when near the end of the cut.
RELEASING AND INSERTING BATTERY PACK
Release battery pack from tool by pressing
on both sides of the battery release tabs and
pull downwards. Before inserting battery
pack, remove protective cap from battery
pack. To insert battery, align battery and
slide battery pack into tool until it locks into
position. Do not force.
FIG. 5
1
2
FIG. 6
LOCK
KNOB
CLAMP
GUIDE
PIN
FIG. 7
GUIDE
PIN
HOLE
GUIDE
PIN
BAR
EDGE GUIDE UP
WEDGE
EDGE GUIDE DOWN
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CHARGING BATTERY PACK (1 HOUR CHARGER)
1. The battery pack accepts only about 80%
of its maximum capacity with its first few
charge cycles. However, after the first few
charge cycles, the battery will charge to full
capacity.
2. The charger was designed to fast charge
the battery only when the battery
temperature is between 40˚F (4˚C) and 105˚F
(41˚C).
3. A substantial drop in operating time per
charge may mean that the battery pack is
nearing the end of its life and should be
replaced.
4. If you anticipate long periods (i.e. a month
or more) of non-use of your tool, it is best to
run your tool down until it is fully discharged
before storing your battery pack. After a long
period of storage, the capacity at first
recharge will be lower. Normal capacity will be
restored in two or three charge/discharge
cycles. Remember to unplug charger during
storage period.
5. If battery does not charge properly:
a. Check for voltage at outlet by
plugging in some other electrical device.
b. Check to see if outlet is connected to
a light switch which turns power “off” when
lights are turned off.
c. Check battery pack terminals for dirt.
Clean with cotton swab and alcohol if
necessary.
d. If you still do not get proper charging,
take or send tool, battery pack and charger
Plug charger cord into your standard power
outlet. Before inserting battery pack, remove
protective cap, then insert battery pack into
charger (Fig. 8).
The charger’s green indicator will begin to
“BLINK”. This indicates that the battery is
receiving a fast charge. Fast-charging will
automatically stop when the battery pack is
fully charged.
When the indicator light stops “BLINKING”
(and becomes a steady green light) fast
charging is complete.
When you begin the charging process of the
battery pack, a steady green light could also
mean the battery pack is too hot or too cold.
The purpose of the light is to indicate that the
battery pack is fast-charging. It does not
indicate the exact point of full charge. The
light will stop blinking in less time if the
battery pack was not completely
discharged.
When the battery pack is fully charged,
unplug the charger (unless you're charging
another battery pack) and slip the battery
pack back into the tool handle.
To prevent fire or injury when batteries are
not in tool or charger, always place
protective cap onto end of battery pack.
INDICATOR
LIGHT
CHARGER
BATTERY
PACK
PROTECTIVE
CAP
FIG. 8
IMPORTANT CHARGING NOTES
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