BLACK & DECKER JS590TP (01) PDF Document

Keep work area clean and well lit.

Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases or dust, as power tools create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes.

Keep children and bystanders away while operating a power tool, as distractions can cause you to lose control.

Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never modify the plug in any way.

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

Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions.

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.

When operating a power tool outdoors, use an extension cord suitable for outdoor use.

If operating a power tool in a damp location is unavoidable, use a residual current device RCD protected supply.

Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense.

Do not use a power tool while you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication.

Always wear eye protection.

Ensure the switch is in the off-position before connecting to power source and/or battery pack, picking up or carrying the tool.

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

Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.

Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery.

Keep your hair, clothing and gloves away from moving parts.

If devices are provided for the connection of dust extraction and collection facilities, ensure these are connected and properly used.

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

Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn it on and off.

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.

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.

Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts and any other condition that may affect the power tool’s operation. If damaged, have the power tool repaired before use.

Keep cutting tools sharp and clean.

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.

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

Use clamps or another practical way to secure and support the work piece to a stable platform.

Keep hands away from cutting area. Never reach underneath the material for any reason.

Hold front of saw by grasping the contoured gripping area. Do not insert fingers or thumb into the vicinity of the reciprocating blade and blade clamp. Do not stabilize the saw by gripping the shoe.

Keep blades sharp. Dull blades may cause the saw to swerve or stall under pressure.

When cutting pipe or conduit ensure that they are free from water, electrical wiring, etc.

Allow the motor to come to a complete stop before withdrawing the blade from the kerf (the slot created by cutting).

Never hold work in your hand, lap or against parts of of your body when sawing.

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

Clean out your tool often, especially after heavy use.

Do not operate this tool for long periods of time. Vibration caused by the operating action of this tool may cause permanent injury to fingers, hands, and arms.

Hold the saw blade (5) as shown, with teeth facing forward.

Push the lever (3) downwards.

Insert the shank of the saw blade into the blade holder (10) as far as it will go.

Release the lever.

Adjust the blade support roller as described below.

Turn the locking knob (7) in direction A.

Slide the blade support roller against the rear of the blade. The blade must locate in the central recess of the roller.

Turn the locking knob (7) in direction B to lock the shoe plate in place.

Turn the locking knob (7) in direction A to release the shoe plate (6).

Pull the shoe plate (6) backwards and set it to the required angle. You can use the scale or a protractor to check the angle.

Turn the locking knob (7) in direction B to lock the shoe plate in place.

Turn the locking knob (7) in direction A to release the shoe plate (6).

Pull the shoe plate backwards and set it to an angle of approximately 0.

Push the shoe plate forward.

Turn the locking knob (7) in direction B to lock the shoe plate in place. Make sure that the shoe plate is supported by the guide ribs.

To switch the tool on, press the variable speed switch (1). The tool speed depends on how far you depress the switch.

For continuous operation, press the lock-on button (2) and release the variable speed switch. This option is available only at full speed.

To switch the tool off, release the variable speed switch. To switch the tool off, when in continuous operation, press the variable speed switch once more and release it.

Use a pencil to mark the cutting line.

Position the jigsaw over the line (15).

Viewing from directly above the jigsaw the line of cut can be easily followed. Should this view be restricted for any reason, the indent (16) can be used as an alternate cutting guide.

Use a high speed for wood.

Use a medium speed for aluminum and PVC.

Use a low speed for metals other then aluminum.

As the saw blade cuts on the upward stroke, splintering may occur on the surface closest to the shoe plate.

Use a fine-tooth saw blade.

Saw from the back surface of the workpiece.

To minimize splintering, clamp a piece of scrap wood or hardboard to both sides of the workpiece and saw through this sandwich.

Be aware that sawing metal takes much more time than sawing wood.

Use a saw blade suitable for sawing metal.

When cutting thin metal, clamp a piece of scrap wood to the back surface of the workpiece and cut through this sandwich.

Spread a film of oil along the intended line of cut.

Do not use vacuum adapter when cutting metal. Metal filings will be hot and may cause a fire.

Insert rip fence into slot on the right side of saw shoe as shown with cross bar facing down.

Place screw (19) into hole in bottom of shoe.

Align clamp bar (20) over screw with lipped edge facing down and pointing towards the rear of the saw.

Using a phillips screwdriver, run the screw into the threaded hole in the bar clamp.

Adjust to width of cut and tighten screw.

Insert rip fence into slot on the right side of saw shoe with cross bar facing up.

Adjust rip fence so that distance from blade to hole in cross bar is the desired radius and tighten screw.

Place saw so that center of hole in cross bar is over center of circle to be cut (make pocket cut, drill hole for blade or cut inward from edge of material to get blade into position).

When saw is properly positioned, drive a small nail through hole in cross bar into exact center of circle to be cut. Using rip fence as a pivot arm, begin cutting circle.

To switch the tool on, press the on/off switch (1).

For continuous operation, press the lock-on button (2) and release the on/off switch.

To switch the tool off, release the on/off switch. To switch the tool off, when in continuous operation, press the on/off switch once more and release it.

Set the variable speed control knob (3) to the required speed range.

Use a high speed for wood, medium speed for aluminum and PVC and low speed for metals other then aluminum.

For fast and efficient straight cuts in wood, set the turbo orbital action selector (4) to “max”.

For accurate straight and curve cutting and a smooth surface finish, set the turbo selector (4) to “min”.

The turbo orbital action selector (4) can also be set to the middle position between “max” and “min” for a moderate speed of cut and finish.

Note: Orbital Action not recommended when scrolling.

Use a pencil to mark the cutting line.

Position the jigsaw over the line (17).

Viewing from directly above the jigsaw the line of cut can be easily followed. Should this view be restricted for any reason, the indent (18) can be used as an alternate cutting guide.