WARNING: To avoid being pinched,
keep hands away from the hinge when
changing positions.
The tool can be converted into three different
positions. To change positions, slide the pivot
release slider (c) to the right as shown in Figure 6
and rotate the handle portion of the tool until it
snaps securely into any of the three positions shown
in Figure 7.
Blade Installation and Removal
(fi g. 8, 9A, 9B, 9C)
WARNING: To reduce the risk
of serious personal injury, place
the lock-off button in the lock-
off position or turn tool off and
disconnect battery pack before
making any adjustments or
removing/installing attachments or
accessories. An accidental start-up
can cause injury.
Different blade lengths are available. Use the
appropriate blade for the application. The blade
should be longer than 3-1/2" (89 mm) and should
extend past the shoe and the thickness of the
workpiece during the cut. A 4" (102 mm) blade is
recommended for best performance. Do not use
jigsaw blades with this tool.
WARNING: Cut hazard. Blade breakage
may occur if the blade does not extend
past the shoe and the workpiece during
the cut (fig. 8). Increased risk of personal
injury, as well as damage to the shoe
and workpiece may result.
TO INSTALL BLADE INTO SAW (FIG. 9A, 9B, 9C)
1. Pull blade clamp release lever (g) up.
2. Insert the blade shank into the blade clamp
(f, fig. 9C).
3. Close blade clamp release lever.
4. Note that the blade can be installed upside-
down to assist in flush-to cutting (refer to
fig. 9B).
TO REMOVE BLADE FROM SAW (FIG. 9A, 9B, 9C)
CAUTION: Burn hazard. Do not touch
the blade immediately after use. Contact
with the blade may result in personal
injury.
1. Pull blade clamp release lever (g) up.
2. Remove blade.
Worklight (fi g. 9C)
The worklight (e) is located below the blade clamp
(f) behind the shoe. The worklight will be activated
when the trigger switch is squeezed.
NOTE: The worklight is for lighting the immediate
work surface and is not intended to be used as a
flashlight.
Cutting (fi g. 9B, 10–13)
WARNING: Always use eye protection.
All users and bystanders must wear eye
protection that conforms to ANSI Z87.1.
WARNING: Exercise extra caution
when cutting towards operator. Always
hold saw firmly with both hands while
cutting.
Before cutting any type of material, be sure it is firmly
anchored or clamped to prevent slipping. Place
blade lightly against work to be cut, switch on saw
motor and allow it to obtain maximum speed before
applying pressure. Whenever possible, the saw shoe
must be held firmly against the material being cut.
This will prevent the saw from jumping or vibrating
and minimize blade breakage. Any cuts which put
pressure on the blade such as angle or scroll cuts
increase potential for vibration, kickback and blade
breakage.
WARNING: Use extra caution when
cutting overhead and pay particular
attention to overhead wires which may
be hidden from view. Anticipate the path
of falling branches and debris ahead of
time.
WARNING: Inspect work site for hidden
gas pipes, water pipes or electrical wires
before making blind or plunge cuts.
Failure to do so may result in explosion,
property damage, electric shock, and/or
serious personal injury.
FLUSH-TO CUTTING (FIG. 9B, 10)
The compact design of the saw motor housing and
spindle housing permits extremely close cutting to
floors, corners and other difficult areas. The blade
should be inserted upside-down to assist in flush-
cutting (fig. 9B).
POCKET/PLUNGE CUTTING – WOOD ONLY (FIG. 11)
The initial step in pocket cutting is to measure the
surface area to be cut and mark clearly with a
pencil, chalk or scriber. Use the appropriate blade
for the application. The blade should be longer than
3-1/2" (89 mm) and should extend past the shoe
and the thickness of the workpiece during the cut.
EN GL IS H
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