Jig Saw Manual

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SAFETY AND OPERATING MANUAL


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Congratulations on your purchase of a ",,,. ....... power tool from ScrewfixDirect Ltd. We want you to continue getting the best performance from itso this handbook includes information on safety. handling and care. Pleaseretain this handbook in case you need to refer to any of the information inthe future.Your "'''''''''''''' power tool comes with a 12-month guarantee.so should itdevelop a fault within this period contact Screwfix Direct Ltd on Freephone0500 41 41 41.

GUARANTEEThis ",11&........ product carries a Screwfix Direct Ltd guarantee of 12 months. If yourproduct develops a fault within this period, you should,in the first instance contactScrewfix Direct Ltd on Freephone 0500 41 41 41. If the fault occurs within the first 12months, you may return the goods for a full refund or we will repair or replace the goodsif you prefer. When repair is not practical or identical goods are not available, alternativegoods of similar specification and quality will usually be provided but, failing this, youwill be offered a partial or full refund depending on the time period since purchase.This guarantee specifically excludes losses caused due to:- Fair wear and tear- Misuse or abuse- Lack of routine maintenance- Failure of consumable items (such as batteries)- Accidental damage- Cosmetic damage- Failure to follow manufacturer's guidelines- Loss of use of the goods- Repairs attempted by anyone, unless authorised by Screwfix Direct Ltd.

This guarantee does not affect your statutory rights.This guarantee is onlyvalid in the UK.For further technical advice, spare parts or repair service (outside of guarantee) pleasecontact the customer helpline number on 0845 607 6380.


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S A F E T Y I N S T R U C T I O N S6ARNING! Read all instructions.Failure to follow all instructions listed~ below may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.

SAVETHESE INSTRUCTIONS1. Work area

a.Keep work area clean and well lit.Cluttered and dark areas inviteaccidents.b.Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres. such as inthe presence of flammable liquids. gases or dust.Power tools create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes.c. Keep children and bystanders away while operating a power tool.Distractions can cause you to lose control.

2. Electrical safetya.Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never modify the plug inany way. Do not use any adapter plugs with earthed (grounded) powertools.Unmodified plugs and matching outlets will reduce risk of electric shockb.Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces such aspipes. radiators. ranges and refrigerators.There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is earthed or grounded.

3. Personal safetya. Stay alert. watch what you are doing and use common sense whenoperating a power tool. Do not use a power tool while you are tired orunder the influence of drugs. alcohol or medication.A moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in serious per-sonal injury.b. Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protection.Safety equipment such as dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearingprotection used for appropriate conditions will reduce personal injuries.c.Avoid accidental starting. Ensure the switch is in the off-position be-fore plugging in.Carrying power tools with your finger on the switch or pluggingin power tools that have the switch on invites accidents.d. Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning the power toolon. A wrench or a key left attached to a rotating part of the power tool may resultin personal injury.e.Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.This enables better control of the power tool in unexpected situations.f) Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery. Keep yourhair. clothing and gloves away from moving parts.Loose clothes, jewellery or long hair can be caught in moving parts.g) If devices are provided for the connection of dust extraction and col-lection facilities. ensure these are connected and properly used.


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Use of these devices can reduce dust-related hazards.4. Power tool use and care.

a. Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power tool for yourapplication. The correct power tool will do the job better and safer at the rate forwhich it was designed.b. 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 mustbe repaired.c. Disconnect the plug from the power source before making anyadjustments, changing accessories, or storing power tools. Suchpreventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the power tool accidentally.d. Store idle power tools out of the reach of children and do not allowpersons unfamiliar with the power tool or these instructions to operatethe power tool. Power tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.e. Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment or binding of movingparts, breakage of parts and any other condition that may affect thepower tools operation. If damaged, have the power tool repaired beforeuse. Poorly maintained power tools cause many accidents.f. Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained cutting tools withsharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control.g. Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc., inaccordance withthese instructions and in the manner intended for the particular type ofpower tool, taking into account the working conditions and the work tobe performed. Use of the power tool for operations different from intended couldresult in a hazardous situation.

5. Service.a. Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair person using onlyidentical replacement parts.This will ensure that the safety of the power toolis maintained.

HEALTHADVICEIi\ WARNING! When drilling, sanding, sawing or grinding, dust particles will bepr~ed. In some instances, depending on the materials you are working with, this

dust can be particularly harmful to you (e.g. lead from old gloss paint).You are advised to consider the risks associated with the materials you are workingwith and to reduce the risk of exposure. You should:

-Work in a well-ventilated area.-Work with approved safety equipment, such as those dust masks that are specially

designed to filter microscopic particles.


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ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES FOR YOUR JIGSAWt.Alwavs use eye glasses and dust mask.2.Hearing protection should be worn when using jigsaw3.00 not use damaged or worn blades.4.Always use jigsaw with guard cover down.5.Regularly check the two screws in the blade clip.6.Regularly check the adjustment of the support roller.7.00 not run the machine with any part of the casing missing or damaged.8.00 not start the pendulum jigsaw when the blade is inserted into work piece.Double insulation:[Q]The tool is double insulated.This means that all the external metal parts are electricallyinsulated from the mains power supply. This is done by placing insulation barriersbetween the electrical and mechanical components making it unnecessary for the toolto be earthed.Important note:Remove the mains plug from socket before carrying out any adjustment or servicing.Ensure your mains supply voltage is the same as your tool rating plate voltage.SYMBOLS@ Read the manual ~ Warning~ Wear dust mask,eye & ear protection( E Conforms to relevant safety standards

~ Wear gloves


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1. TRIGGER SWITCH2. SPEEDCONTROL3. SWITCH LOCK-ON BUTTON4. CABLE SLEEVE5. CONNECTION FORDUST EXTRACTION6. HEX KEY7. CUTTING ANGLE ADJUSTMENT8. GUIDE ROLLER9. BLADE10. BASE PLATE11.BLADE FIXING SCREW12. BLADE GUARD


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TEC HN IC AL DA TAVolts: 230V-50HzPower Input: 420WNo Load Speed: 400-2600 rnin'Cutting Capacity: Wood: 55mm

Steel: 6mmBevel Capacity: 045Double insulation:Machine Weight: 1.54kg

NO ISE AND V IBRATION DATASound pressure level: 88dB (A)Sound power level: 99dB (A)Vibration level:


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OPERAT ION INS TRUCT IONS1.FITTING THE SAW BLADE (see Fig2)To fit blade firstly raise the safety guard, (iflowered). Use the hex key provided to loosen theblade set screws on the blade clip. The blade'scutting edge should be facing forward. Insert theblade's mounting portion into the groove in theblade clip and the small notch in the blade stockuntil it touches the bottom of the clip. Then firmlytighten the setscrew as shown in Fig2.For best cutting results ensure you use a bladesuited to the material and cuting quality youneed.11 \ Warning: Do not use the tool withoutL..lJ the clear blade guard or with thedamaged guard.2.AD.JUSTING THE ROLLER SUPPORT (seeFig3)To provide greater blade support, the rollersupport should now be adjusted. The supportimproves cutting and should be adjusted. Thesupport improves cutting and should be adjustedwhenever a blade is inserted or changed. Firstlyloosen the two hex bolts under the base plate,(use the hex key provided) slide the positionedforward until the support roller is touching theblade. Fully re-tighten the two hex bolts, seeFig3.3.HEX KEY STORAGE (see Fig4)The Hex key is stored at the rear of the jigsaw,return key here when not in use.4.0PERATING THE TRIGGER SWITCH (seeFig5)To operate the Jigsaw, press the trigger switch.If you wish to operate the Jigsaw continuously,the trigger lock button can be pushed in after thetrigger switch has been pressed. To release thelock button simply press the trigger switch fully,the button will automatically release.

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5.ELECTRONIC STROKE RATE CONTROL IPRESELECTION OF STROKE RATE(See Fig6)For sawing appropriately to the material a suitablestroke rate A-G (400-2600 min-1) can be set withthe regulating wheel (2) and controlled with theON-OFF switch. The setting wheel serves at thesame time to steplessly adjust the stroke ratewhile the saw is operating.Using the .JigsawBefore using the saw and connecting the mainscable make sure the trigger switch is in the offposition. Press the trigger switch and wait untilblade has reached maximum speed. Place thefront of the baseplate on the workpiece and lineup the cutting line with the line you wish to cut.Push slowly forward. Keep the baseplate flatagainst the workpiece.Cutting MetalAn appropriate cutting agent (such as light oil,small amounts of soapy water, etc.) shouldalways be used. If there is no available liquidcutting agent, grease can be applied to the backsurface of the material to be cut.6.CUTTING GROOVES I WINDOW HOLES(see Fig7)For wood: Align the blade direction with the grainof the wood. Then position the rounded part atthe front of the base plate on surface to be cut,slowly lower the saw into material at chosenpoint of entry. Lower the saw in a pivoting actionuntil blade has cut through to other side, do notmove saw along intended cut line until the bladehas cut through and base plate is laying flat onmaterial.For other materials: In materials other than woodwhen cutting window holes, first use a drill orsimilartool to drill a hole from which initial cuttingwill begin.7.ANGULAR CUTTING (see Fig8, 9 & 10)For adjustment of the angle of inclination, loosethe Hex bolt and screw on the base of saw (seeFig8).Move the base plate forward or backward a littleuntil the vertical slots in the base plate alignwith the two Hex screws, you will then be able


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to rotate the base plate to the required angle.Angle of inclination numbers are stamped ontothe curved bracket on top of the base plate to helpyou set the correct angle, see Fig9.Check the roller support before tightening (seepage 8 for details). Firmly tighten the Hex screwwhen finished. See Fig10 for operation.

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H I N T S F O R YOUR

lHere is some advice on the pendulum actioncontrol: the saw blade is only pressed against thematerial on the return stroke/working stroke. Itis moved away from the material on the forwardstroke. The result is better removal of chips, lessfriction and therefore a higher output.2.To avoid the jigsaw springing up and downwhen sawing sheets, support the sheet ontimbers. When sawing metal, apply a coolant oilalong the cutting line.3.Adjust the speed and the pendulum actionsettings to suit the material to be sawn. We alwaysrecommend that you carry out a test cut first.4.To use the jigsaw put the front end of the baseplate on the material and turn the machine on.Press the machine from above on to the materialand guide the jigsaw along the cutting line.5.Do not use too much pressure to achieve thebest progress when sawing, use light pressure onthe saw blade.6.When sawing along a marked line use themarking on the splitting guard as a guide.7.For exact cutting, clamp a timber batten on tothe material as an aid or use the parallel guide.8.For mitres/bevels set the base plate in therequired position.9.Set the base plate to its rearmost position forcutting close to an edge.

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MAINTENANCE/1 \ Warning: Ensure the jigsaw isLD disconnected from the mains powersupply before attempting any maintenance.lKeep the jigsaw ventilation slots clean and freefrom obstructions. If available, blow compressedair into the vents to clear any internal dust (safetygoggles must be worn when undertaking thisprocess).2.Keep the outer case of the jigsaw clean andfree from grease. Do not wash with water or usesolvents or abrasive. Use only mild soap anddamp cloth to clean the tool. Never let any liquidget inside the tool. Never immerse any part of thetool into a liquid.3.Your jigsaw requires no additional lubrication.There are no user serviceable parts in your powertool.4.Always store your power tool in a dry place.5.lfyou see some sparks flashing in the ventilationslots, this is normal and will not damage yourpower tool.6.lf the supply cord is damaged, it must bereplaced by a special cord or assembly availablefrom the manufacturer or its service agent.

TROUBLESHOOT INGt.If your jigsaw will not operate, check the fuseand the power at the mains plug.2.lf the jigsaw is not cutting properly check theblade and support roller, replace blade if worn.Also check the cutting angle, the blade must beat exactly 90 to the base plate for normal use.(See Fig11)3.There are no user serviceable parts in thejigsaw. If a fault can not be found return the sawto an authorised dealer for repair.


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ENV IRONMENTAL PROTECT ION~ Waste electrical products should not beAisposed of with household waste. Please_ recycle where facilities exist. Check withyour Local Authority or retailer for recyclingadvice.PL UG R EPL AC EMEN TThe fuse in the main plug of your power toolshould always be replaced with one of identicalrating.Check the voltage given on your power toolmatches the supply voltage.The power tool is supplied with a fitted plug,however if you should need to fit a new plugfollows the instruction below.IMPORTANTThe wire in the mains lead are coloured inaccordance with the following code:Blue ---NeutralBrown ---LiveThe wire that is coloured blue must be connectedto the terminal that is marked with the letter N.Thewire that is coloured brown must be connectedto the terminal that is marked with the letter L .A 13AMP (BS1363 or BS1363/A) plug must be usedand a 5AMP fuse must be fitted

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5AMPFUSEBLUEN (NEUTRAL)

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Declaration of ConformityWe, Importer

Screwfix Direct LtdMead Avenue

Houndstone Business ParkYeovil

BA228RT

Declare that the product.JIGSAWBP350E

Complies with the essential health and safety requirements ofthe following directive::89/336/EEC.93/68/EEC -EMC Directive.

73/23IEEC.93/68/EEC. -Low Voltage Directive98/37 EC. -Machinery Directive.

Standards and technical specifications referred to:EN55014-1 :2000+A 1+A2EN55014-2:1997+A1EN61000-3-2:2000

EN61000-3-3:1995+A1EN60745-2-11 :2003EN60745-1 :2003+A1

Authorised Signatory15/12/05

Name: Peter HarriesScrewfix Direct LtdQuality Manager 2005


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