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CUTTING PROCEDURES

USING THE JIGSAW

1. Ensure that the workpiece being cut is securely held in place and that the cut line

is clearly marked.

2. Place the sole-plate on the workpiece and squeeze the trigger to run the jigsaw up

to its working speed before letting the blade touch the cut line.

3. To make your cut, move the saw slowly forward along the cutting line taking care

that the blade is vertical (unless making an angled cut) and correctly positioned in

relation to the cut line.

4. Let the blade work forward, ensuring the sole plate is flush with the workpiece.

5. DO NOT press too hard. If the saw slows down as it is cutting, apply less

pressure.

6. Adjust the speed control to suit the material being cut. The optimum speed will be

determined with practice.

7. When sawing do not put unnecessary pressure on the blade and avoid applying

lateral pressure.

8. Take extra care when cutting curves - move the blade slowly to avoid stress on

the blade.

9. Check that any previously used timber being sawn does not contain any nails or

other metal objects which would damage the blade.

10. Ensure the blade is not striking on anything below the workpiece and that the

power cable is well away from the moving blade before starting the saw.

• If cutting out an aperture, it will be necessary to drill a suitably sized hole

in the workpiece for use as a starting point.

• Note that the blade should emerge from the workpiece at every point of

the cut.

11. Allow the saw to come to a complete stop before putting it down.

12. To prevent accidents, turn off the saw and disconnect the power supply after use.

Clean, then store the saw indoors out of the reach of children.

WARNING: IF THE CUTTING OPERATION IS DUSTY, WE RECOMMEND

THAT YOU WEAR A DUST MASK.