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2 JCBD-JS2 PENDULUM JIGSAW JCB is a byword around the world for quality, innovation and success. With the application of stringent design parameters and utilising high performance, modern materials and manufacturing processes, your JCB product has been developed for optimum functionality and practical application. Used for the purposes for which it is intended, and with careful maintenance, as outlined in this User Guide, your JCB product will give years of satisfactory service. Please read all of these safety and operating instructions carefully before using this jigsaw. Please pay particular attention to all of the sections of this User Guide that carry warning symbols and notices. Contents page Product specification 3 Pack contents 3 Electrical safety 4 Safety instructions 5-6 Parts identification 7 Fitting the blade 8 Fitting the rip fence guide 9 Adjusting the cutting angle 9 Fitting the anti-splinter insert 10 Fitting the anti-scratch base plate 10 Using the blade guard 11 Fitting the vacuum adaptor 11 Setting the pendulum action 11 Variable speed selector 12 Operating the trigger switch 12 Using the jigsaw 13 Cleaning and maintenance 14 Service and repair 14 Environmental protection 14 Guarantee 15
PRODUCT SPECIFICATION Model number JCBD-JS2 3 Rated voltage Input power No load variable speed Pendulum action Mitre cutting 230VAC 50Hz 710 watts 400-3200 strokes per minute 4 stage 0-45 o (Left and right) Maximum cutting depth Wood - 80 mm Steel - 10 mm Aluminium - 30 mm A - weighted sound pressure level Lp = 87.4 db (A) A - weighted sound power level Lw = 100. 4 db (A) Weighted root mean square vibration: 4.1 m/sec 2 PACK CONTENTS Jigsaw JCBD-JS2 Parallel fence guide Vacuum adaptor Anti scratch base plate (fitted to base plate) 2 x wood cutting jigsaw blades (coloured black) 2 x metal cutting jigsaw blades (coloured red) Anti splinter base plate insert Hexagonal key Carry case
4 ELECTRICAL SAFETY Warning: Read these safety instructions carefully before connecting the jigsaw to the mains supply. Make sure that the voltage of the electricity supply is the same as that indicated on the rating plate on the jigsaw. This jigsaw may be fitted with a non-rewireable plug. If it becomes necessary to change the fuse in the plug, the fuse cover must be refitted. If the fuse cover is lost or damaged, the plug must not be used until a suitable replacement is fitted. If the plug has to be changed because it is not suitable for your socket, or becomes damaged, it should be cut off and an appropriate plug fitted, following the wiring instructions shown below. The plug that is removed must be disposed of safely. Insertion into a 13 amp socket could cause an electrical hazard. The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code:- Blue = neutral; Brown = live. If the colours of the wires in the mains lead of the jigsaw, do not correspond with the markings on the terminals of your plug, proceed as follows. The blue wire must be connected to the terminal marked N, or coloured black. The brown wire must be connected to the terminal marked L, or coloured red. Connect Blue to N (neutral) Make sure that the outer sheath of the cable is held by the clamp Fit the recommended fuse Connect Brown to L (live) Mains plug made to BS1363/A requirements Warning: No connection should be made to the Earth terminal of the plug. A 5 amp fuse must be fitted. This jigsaw is designed to operate on 230VAC 50 Hz. Connecting it to any other power source may cause damage to the tool. Do not allow this jigsaw to be exposed to rain, or moisture. This symbol indicates that this tool is Double Insulated and does not require an Earth connection.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Warning: When using this jigsaw, basic safety precautions, including the following should be observed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and personal injury. Make sure that you have read all of these instructions before using the jigsaw. Keep this user guide in a safe place for future reference. 5 KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN - Cluttered work areas invite accidents and injuries. CONSIDER WORK AREA ENVIRONMENT - Do not expose power tools to rain. Do not use power tools in damp, or wet locations. Keep work area well lit. Never use power tools where there is a risk of fire, or explosion. KEEP CHILDREN AWAY - Do not allow children to touch the tools. Visitors should be kept away from the work area. STORE IDLE TOOLS - When not in use, all tools should be stored in a dry, secure place out of the reach of children. DO NOT FORCE THE TOOL - It will perform better and more safely at the level for which it was designed. USE THE RIGHT TOOL - Do not force small tools to do the job of a heavy duty tool, or use for purposes for which they were not intended. DRESS PROPERLY - Do not wear loose clothing, or jewellerythat can be caught in moving parts. Tie back long hair. SAFETY GLASSES - Use safety glasses, and if appropriate, use dust masks. PROTECT YOUR EARS - Wear ear protectors. DO NOT OVERREACH - Keep proper footing and balance at all times. SECURE THE WORK - Use clamps, or vices to hold the workpiece. It is safer and it frees both hands to operate the tool. MAINTAIN YOUR TOOLS - Keep the accessories sharp and clean. Keep all handles and grips dry and clean. DISCONNECT TOOLS - Disconnect all tools from the mains supply when not in use, or when making adjustments etc. REPAIRS - Have the tool repaired by a qualified person. STAY ALERT - Watch what you are doing. Use common sense and caution. Never operate tools when you are tired. DO NOT ABUSE THE MAINS LEAD - Never carry the tool by the mains lead, or pull it to disconnect it from the mains socket. Keep the mains lead away from heat, oil and sharp edges. AVOID UNINTENTIONAL STARTING - Never carry a plugged in tool with a finger on the switch and ensure that the tool is switched off when plugging in to the mains supply.
6 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS continued Warning: Before operating this jigsaw make sure that you have read and fully understand all of these extra safety precautions. These safety precautions must be observed when operating the jigsaw. Ensure that the jigsaw is unplugged from the mains supply before fitting, or removing the blade, or making any other adjustments. Make sure that the hexagonal key has been removed from the blade securing cup head screws before switching the jigsaw on. Remove all nails and metal objects from the workpiece before starting to cut. The jigsaw blade will continue to run for a few seconds after the jigsaw is switched off. Always wait until the blade has completely stopped before putting the jigsaw down. Make sure that the jigsaw blade is securely and tightly fitted and that the blade guard is in place before switching on. Hold the jigsaw firmly and apply the base plate to the workpiece, without engaging the blade, before switching on. Make sure that the cutting path of the jigsaw is free of obstacles, both above and below the cutting surface. Do not work with the jigsaw above your head, or on overhead applications. If the blade becomes jammed, switch off immediately and disconnect from the mains supply before clearing the obstruction. Use only sharp and undamaged jigsaw blades. Always replace blunt, bent, cracked, or damaged saw blades. When cutting, the base plate must be flat on the work surface. Make sure that the mains lead is kept to the rear of the work area, away from the blade. Never place your hand or fingers in front of the jigsaw blade when cutting.
PARTS IDENTIFICATION 1 3 4 7 5 6 2 13 12 11 10 9 6 7 8 14 15 16 17 18 1 Variable speed selector 2 On/Off trigger switch 3 Lock-On button 4 Handle 5 Mains cable 6 Cooling vents 7 Dust extraction port 8 Base plate adjustment 9 Base plate screw 10 Anti-scratch base plate cover 11 Parallel fence guide fixing screws 12 Blade guard 13 Pendulum adjustment lever 14 Hexagonal key 15 Anti-splinter insert 16 Dust extraction port adaptor 17 Parallel fence guide 18 Carrying/storage case
8 FITTING THE BLADE Warning: Ensure that the jigsaw is disconnected from the mains supply before fitting, or removing the blade, or making adjustments to the base plate, the blade support roller, or the parallel fence guide. To fit the blade to the jigsaw, proceed as follows. 1. Slide the blade guard to the upper position. 2. Loosen the two cup headed blade securing screws, using the hexagonal key provided. Access to the two blade securing screws can be gained through the slots in the front of the blade guard. 3. Make sure that the blade teeth are facing forwards. 4. Push the blade shank as far as it will go into the blade locating clip. 5. Slightly tighten the two blade securing screws alternately, to position the blade. 5. Ensure that the blade is straight. 6. Fully tighten the two blade securing screws. 7. Push the blade guard down to the lower position. If replacement blades are needed, standard plane, parallel shank, 90 mm saw length blades are generally available from most good DIY/tool stores. Blade securing screws Blade guard Blade locating clip Warning: Use only sharp and undamaged jigsaw blades. Do not use blunt, bent, cracked, or damaged blades.
FITTING THE PARALLEL FENCE GUIDE The parallel fence guide helps you to cut in a straight line, parallel to the edge of the workpiece. To fit and adjust the parallel fence guide, proceed as follows. 1. Loosen the parallel fence guide locking screws. 2. Push the parallel fence guide through the locating slots. 3. Set the width required and tighten the locking screws. When cutting, ensure that the parallel fence guide is resting against the edge of the workpiece.the parallel fence guide can be fitted to either side of the base plate. 9 Parallel fence guide locking screws Parallel fence guide ADJUSTING THE CUTTING ANGLE To allow you to achieve angle cuts, the base plate can be tilted to any angle up to of 45 on either side. To adjust the cutting angle proceed as follows. 1. Make sure that the jigsaw is disconnected from the mains supply. 2. Raise the blade guard to the upper position. 3. Loosen the base plate adjusting screw. 4. Set the base plate at the required angle. 5. Retighten the base plate adjusting screw. 6. Make a test cut on a scrap of material to ensure that the correct angle has been set. Base plate adjusting screw
10 FITTING THE ANTI-SPLINTER INSERT The-anti splinter insert should be fitted to the base plate when cutting wood. The insert can only be used when the base plate is in the 90 position. To fit the insert, press it upwards from below, into the recess provided in the base plate. To remove the insert push it down and out of the base plate. Anti-splinter insert Antisplinter insert FITTING THE ANTI-SCRATCH BASE PLATE COVER The anti-scratch base plate cover is supplied to prevent damage to the surface of delicate, or fragile materials. To fit it, place it over the metal base plate and push firmly until it snaps into place. To remove the cover, carefully lever out the end clips. Base plate Base plate cover End clips
USING THE BLADE GUARD Warning: Ensure that the blade guard is in the lower position when operating the jigsaw. If the base plate is positioned to make an angle cut make sure that the base plate is in the lowest possible position. Do not use the jigsaw without the blade guard. FITTING THE DUST EXTRACTION PORT ADAPTOR The jigsaw is supplied with a dust extraction port and a dust extraction port adaptor. It may be necessary to fit the adaptor before connecting to a vacuum cleaner. The adaptor has a bayonet fitting. Push the adaptor into the dust extraction port and twist it to secure it. The dust extraction will be most efficient when the blade guard is in the lower position. Twist Adaptor Push Dust extraction port SETTING THE PENDULUM ACTION The 4 stage, pendulum action is designed to give the most efficient cutting action in a variety of materials. To set the pendulum action, rotate the adjuster to the desired setting. When the correct setting is selected, the blade achieves maximum penetration on the upward cutting stroke and is lifted back, away from the material, on the downward non-cutting stroke. This gives improved quality of cut, and longer blade life. The table below shows the recommended settings. 11 Position Wood Metal Plastic III Fast cuts - PVC II Thick wood - Fibreglass Acrylic I Plywood Aluminium - Chipboard Non-ferrous - 0 Thin wood Sheet metal - Fine cuts
12 VARIABLE SPEED SELECTOR The variable speed selector dial is used to control the speed at which the saw operates. This is known as the blade stroke rate. To pre-select the required blade stroke rate, turn the selector dial to the relevant number. A low number gives a low stroke rate and a high number gives a high stroke rate. The stroke rate should be adjusted according to the material being cut. The table below shows some recommended settings. It should only be used as a guide. Make a test cut on a scrap of material to ensure that the correct stroke rate has been selected. Material Setting Wood 5-6 Variable speed selector dial Metal 2-3 Aluminium 3-5 PVC 3-4 OPERATING THE TRIGGER SWITCH To switch the jigsaw on, fully squeeze the ON/OFF trigger switch. To switch the jigsaw off, release the trigger switch. If continuous operation is required, the trigger switch can be locked in the ON position. To lock the switch ON, squeeze the trigger switch, press the lock-on button and release the trigger switch. To release the lock-on button squeeze the trigger switch and then release it. Make sure that you release the lock-on button before disconnecting from the mains supply. Before plugging the jigsaw into the mains supply, make sure that the trigger switch is in the OFF position. Switch in Off position Switch in locked-on position
USING THE JIGSAW Warning: Make sure your cutting line is free of nails before cutting. Do not cut hollow pipes. Do not cut wood thicker than 80mm, steel thicker than 10mm, or aluminium thicker than 30mm. Make sure that you have adequate clearance for the blade beneath the material. Make sure the blade is not touching the material when you first operate the trigger switch. Do not remove the jigsaw from the workpiece until the blade has stopped moving. The blade and the material will be hot when cutting is finished. 13 CUTTING METAL The jigsaw will cut light gauge ferrous sheet and non-ferrous metals such as copper, brass and aluminium. Cutting metal will take longer than cutting any other material and you should not force the blade into the metal as this will shorten the life of the blade and may damage the material that you are cutting. Where possible you should clamp the workpiece to a backing sheet such as plywood, or other soft material. Then cut both the metal and the backing piece together. Make sure that you have selected the correct metal cutting jigsaw blade for the job. It is advisable to spread a thin film of oil along the cutting line before starting to cut. CUTTING LAMINA AMINATES The blades of the jigsaw cut on the upstroke. Any splintering of the material will therefore occur on the upper face nearest the base plate. When sawing thin wood or plastic laminates, use a fine tooth metal cutting blade and cut from the back surface of the material. To further minimize the risk of chipping the edges, clamp a piece of scrap wood, or hardboard to both sides of the material and cut through the complete assembly. POCKET CUTTING To make a cut which is not on the edge of the material, first mark clearly the start point for the cut you wish to make. Drill a 10mm hole in the material and lower the blade through the hole until the base is flat against the workpiece. Now cut in the normal way.
14 CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE Warning: Make sure that the jigsaw is switched off and disconnected from the mains supply before starting any cleaning, or maintenance procedures. After use, clean all dust and wood chippings from the jigsaw. Clean all of the ventilation slots on the motor housing. The blade locating clip and support roller should be kept clean and lightly oiled at regular intervals. Keep the handle clean and free from oil and grease. Resin and glue on the blade causes poor cutting results. Clean the blade after use. Make sure that the base plate is free from dirt and grease. There are no user servicable parts inside this jigsaw. Refer to qualified service personnel if internal maintenance is required. Always store the jigsaw in the carrying case. If replacement blades are needed, standard plane, parallel shank, 90 mm saw length blades are generally available from most good DIY/tool stores. SERVICE AND REPAIR Should the jigsaw require repair during the guarantee period, please return it to the place of purchase. You will need to provide proof of purchase to obtain a free of charge repair or replacement. If the jigsaw should require repair after the guarantee has expired, please contact the Customer Help Line on 0845 602 1381. ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION Recycle unwanted materials instead of disposing of them as waste. All tools, accessories and packaging should be sorted, taken to a recycling centre and disposed of in a manner which is compatible with the environment.
GUARANTEE This product is guaranteed for twelve months from the date of original purchase. Any defect that arises due to faulty materials, or workmanship will be repaired free of charge, where possible, during this period by the dealer from whom you purchased it. 15 The guarantee is subject to the following provisions: The guarantee is only valid within the boundaries of the country of purchase. The product must be correctly assembled and operated in accordance with the instructions contained in this User Guide. The guarantee does not cover accidental damage, misuse, or consumable items such as jigsaw blades. The guarantee will be rendered invalid if the product is resold, or has been damaged by inexpert repair. The manufacturer disclaims any liability for incidental, or consequential damages. The guarantee is in addition to and does not diminish your statutory, or legal rights. Customer Help Line number: 0845 602 1381 IDS-JS2-REV4-JUN02