BLACK & DECKER JS600 (01) PDF Document

WARNING: Before attempting any of the following operations, make sure that the tool is switched off and unplugged and that the saw blade has stopped. Used saw blades can be hot.

Hold the saw blade (7) as shown, with teeth facing forward.

Push the lever (5) downwards.

Insert the shank of the saw blade into the blade holder (12) as far as it will go.

Release the lever.

The shoe plate can be set to a left or right bevel angle of up to 45°.

Turn the locking knob (9) in direction A to release the shoe plate (8).

Pull the shoe plate (8) backwards and set it to the required angle. You can use the scale or a protractor to check the angle.

Turn the locking knob (9) in direction B to lock the shoe plate in place.

To reset the shoe plate for straight cuts:

Turn the locking knob (9) in direction A to release the shoe plate (8).

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

Push the shoe plate forward.

Turn the locking knob (9) in direction B to lock the shoe plate in place. Make sure that the shoe plate is supported by the guide ribs.

Align the dust extraction adaptor (11) with the saw shoe as shown.

Insert the ribs (14) into the slots (15).

Rotate the adaptor until it locks into position. Make sure that the ribs (16) are correctly seated.

Connect the vacuum cleaner hose (13) (not supplied) to the adaptor.

Note: Dust extraction is not possible when making bevel cuts.

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 than 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 is not recommended when scrolling.

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. This option is available only at full speed.

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.

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.

Use a high speed for wood.

Use a medium speed for aluminum and PVC.

Use a low speed for metals other than aluminum.

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.

CAUTION: 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 as shown 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.

The following table outlines the specifications for the BLACK & DECKER JS600:

Use of an undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of power and overheating. For proper size cords see chart below for 120V use:

If the unit will not start, check the following:

The cord may not be plugged in.

The circuit fuse may be blown.

The circuit breaker may be tripped.

The cord or switch may be damaged.

Possible solutions include plugging the tool into a working outlet, replacing the circuit fuse, resetting the circuit breaker, or having the cord or switch replaced by an authorized servicer.

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. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the power tool accidentally.

Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control.