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Cutting
WARNING: The jig saw should not be
operated with the shoe removed or
serious personal injury may result.
POCKET CUTTING (FIG. 12)
A pocket cut is an easy method of making an inside
cut. The saw can be inserted directly into a panel
or board without first drilling a lead or pilot hole. In
pocket cutting, measure the surface to be cut and
mark clearly with a pencil. Next tip the saw forward
until the front end of the shoe sits firmly on the work
surface and the blade clears the work through its
full stroke. Switch the tool on and allow it to attain
maximum speed. Grip the saw firmly and lower the
back edge of tool slowly until the blade reaches
its complete depth. Hold the shoe flat against the
wood and begin cutting. Do not remove blade from
cut while it is still moving. Blade must come to a
complete stop.
FLUSH CUTTING (FIG. 13)
A flush cut is necessary when finishing off cuts up
to a wall or an obstacle, such as back-splash. One
of the easiest ways to accomplish the flush cut is to
use a flush cutting blade (DT2074). The flush cutting
blade provides the reach necessary to cut right up
to the front edge of the jig saw shoe. Remove the
anti-splinter insert and return the shoe to the 0°
positive stop position before installing and using the
flush cutting blade. For the best cut quality the flush
cutting blade should be used in the 0 or 1 orbital
position. The flush cutting blade should not be used
to start the cut because the flush cutting blade
prevents the shoe from being supported by the
work surface. Use wood cutting practices explained
below.
WOOD CUTTING
Support the workpiece adequately at all times. Use
the higher speed setting for cutting wood. Do not
attempt to turn the tool on when blade is against
material to be cut. This could stall the motor. Place
the front of shoe on the material to be cut and
hold the jig saw shoe firmly against the wood while
cutting. Don’t force the tool; let the blade cut at its
own speed. When the cut is complete, turn the jig
saw off. Let blade come to a complete stop and
then lay the saw aside before loosening the work.
METAL CUTTING
In cutting thin gauge sheet metals, it is best to clamp
wood to the bottom of sheet metal; this will insure
a clean cut without the risk of vibration or tearing
of metal. Always remember to use a finer blade
for ferrous metals (for those that have a high iron
content); and use a coarser blade for non-ferrous
metals (those that do not have an iron content).
Use a high speed setting for cutting soft metals
(aluminum, copper, brass, mild steel, galvanized.
pipe, conduit sheet metal, etc.). Use lower speed
to cut plastics, tile, laminate, hard metals, and cast
iron.
MAINTENANCE
Your DeWALT power tool has been designed to
operate over a long period of time with a minimum
of maintenance. Continuous satisfactory operation
depends upon proper tool care and regular cleaning.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of
serious personal injury, depress the
trigger lock button and disconnect
battery pack before making any
adjustments or removing/installing
attachments or accessories. An
accidental start-up can cause injury.
The charger and battery pack are not serviceable.
There are no serviceable parts inside.
Lubrication
LUBRICATING THE GUIDE ROLLER (FIG. 6)
• Apply a drop of oil to the guide roller (l) at
regular intervals to prevent jamming.
Cleaning
WARNING: Blow dirt and dust out of
the main housing with dry air as often as
dirt is seen collecting in and around the
air vents. Wear approved eye protection
and approved dust mask when
performing this procedure.
WARNING: Never use solvents or
other harsh chemicals for cleaning the
non-metallic parts of the tool. These
chemicals may weaken the materials
used in these parts. Use a cloth
dampened only with water and mild
soap. Never let any liquid get inside the
tool; never immerse any part of the tool
into a liquid.
CHARGER CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING: Shock hazard. Disconnect
the charger from the AC outlet before
cleaning. Dirt and grease may be
removed from the exterior of the charger
using a cloth or soft non-metallic brush.
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