Safety Instructions For Jig Saws - Skil F0154160 Serie Manual De Instrucciones

g) Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc., in
accordance with these instructions and in the
manner intended for the particular type of power
tool, 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.
5) SERVICE
a) Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair
person using only identical replacement parts. This
will ensure that the safety of the power tool is
maintained.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR JIG SAWS

Always keep the cord away from moving parts of the tool
If the cord is damaged or cut through while working, do
not touch the cord, but immediately disconnect the plug
Never use tool when cord is damaged; have it replaced
by a qualified person
Do not cut material containing asbestos
Do not use a saw blade which is cracked, deformed or
dull
Keep hands away from the saw blade while the tool is in
use
Remove all obstacles on top of as well as underneath
the cutting path before you start cutting
Always disconnect plug from power source before
making any adjustment or changing any accessory
Wear a dust protection mask when working with
materials which produce dust that is detrimental to
health; inform yourself beforehand about the materials to
be worked on
Wear protective goggles when working with materials
which produce chips
Avoid damage that can be caused by screws, nails and
other elements in your workpiece; remove them before
you start cutting
Check the functioning of the tool before each use and, in
case of a defect, have it repaired immediately by a
qualified person; never open the tool yourself
Always check that the supply voltage is the same as the
voltage indicated on the nameplate of the tool (tools with
a rating of 230V or 240V can also be connected to a
220V supply)
When used outdours, connect the tool via a fault current
(FI) circuit breaker with a triggering current of 30 mA
maximum, and only use an extension cord which is
intended for outdour use and equipped with a
splashproof coupling-socket
The noise level when working can exceed 85 dB(A);
wear ear protection
When you put away the tool, switch off the motor and
ensure that all moving parts have come to a complete
standstill
SKIL can assure flawless functioning of the tool only
when original accessories are used
Use completely unrolled and safe extension cords with a
capacity of 16 Amps (U.K. 13 Amps)
In case of electrical or mechanical malfunction,
immediately switch off the tool and disconnect the plug
This tool should not be used by people under the age of
16 years
WHEN CONNECTING NEW 3-PIN PLUG (U.K. ONLY):
Do not connect the blue (= neutral) or brown (= live) wire
in the cord of this tool to the earth terminal of the plug
If for any reason the old plug is cut off the cord of this
tool, it must be disposed of safely and not left
unattended
USE
On/off 3
Switch locking for continuous use 4
Changing saw blades 5
! insert blade to full depth with teeth facing
forward 6
Sawing at 45° 7
- for best results select "Normal" (4260) / "all" (4300)
sawing mode
! ensure that footplate rests flat against tool
housing (7a or 7b)
Adjusting sawing speed to material used 8
! if the tool does not run with wheel E in position 1,
select a higher sawing speed and lower the
sawing speed while the tool runs
Selecting sawing mode 9
4260
- "Normal" for accurate cutting, straight + curved
- "Turbo" for fast cutting, straight cuts only
! always select "Normal" when sawing splinter-
sensitive material
4300
- 1 setting ("all") for accurate cutting in all materials,
straight + curved
- 4 settings for fast cutting in different materials,
straight cuts only
light grey = metal
dark grey = plastic
brown = hard wood
yellow = soft wood
! always select "all" when sawing splinter-sensitive
material
Dust suction 0
! do not use vacuum cleaner when cutting metal
Operating the tool
- before switching on the tool, ensure that front end of
footplate rests flat on the workpiece
- hold tool firmly with both hands, so you will have full
control of the tool at all times
- ensure that complete surface of footplate rests firmly
on the workpiece
- ensure that the blade has come to a complete
standstill, before you lift the tool from the workpiece
APPLICATION ADVICE
Use the appropriate saw blades !
! Clic-system accepts most commonly available
T-shank and U-shank blades @
When cutting metals, lubricate saw blade regularly with
oil
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