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Illustrations C, D, E, F for Model JS500 - Continued
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Illustrations G, H, I,J, K for Model JS600, JS610G
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USE OF EXTENSION CORDS
Make sure the extension cord is in good condition before using. Always use the proper size
extension cords with the tool – that is, proper wire size for various lengths of cord and heavy
enough to carry the current the tool will draw. 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.
Minimum Gage for Cord Sets
Volts
Total Length of Cord in Feet
120V
0-25
26-50
51-100
101-150
240V
0-50
51-100 101-200
201-300
Ampere Rating
More
Not more
American Wire Gage
Than
Than
0
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6
18
16
16
14
6
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10
18
16
14
12
10 -
12
16
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12 -
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Not Recommended
MOTOR
Be sure your power supply agrees with nameplate marking. 120 Volts AC only means your
tool will operate on standard 60 Hz household power. Do not operate AC tools on DC. A
rating of 120 volts AC/DC means that you tool will operate on standard 60 Hz AC or DC
power. This information is printed on the nameplate. Lower voltage will cause loss of power
and can result in over-heating. All Black & Decker tools are factory-tested; if this tool does
not operate, check the power supply.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
ASSEMBLY - JS500 ONLY
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.
Fitting the saw blade (fig. A)
- 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.
Adjusting the blade support roller (fig. B)
After fitting the blade, you need to adjust the blade support roller (4).
- 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.
Connecting a vacuum cleaner to the tool (fig. C & D)
- Align the dust extraction adaptor (9) with the saw shoe as shown.
- Insert the ribs (12) into the slots (13).
- Rotate the adaptor until it locks into position. Make sure that the ribs (14) are correctly
seated.
- Connect the vacuum cleaner hose (11)(not supplied) to the adaptor.
Dust extraction is not possible when making bevel cuts.
USE
WARNING: Never use the tool when the saw shoe is loose or removed.
Adjusting the shoe plate for bevel cuts (fig.E)
The shoe plate can be set to a left or right bevel angle of up to 45°.
- 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.
To reset the shoe plate for straight cuts:
- 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.
Switching On and Off
- 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.
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How to Use the Sightline
Feature (fig.F)
- 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.
ASSEMBLY - JS600, JS610G
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.
Fitting the saw blade (fig. G)
- 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.
Connecting a vacuum cleaner to the tool (fig. H & I)
- 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.
Dust extraction is not possible when making bevel cuts.
USE
WARNING: Never use the tool when the saw shoe is loose or removed.
Adjusting the shoe plate for bevel cuts (fig. J)
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.
Variable Speed Control
- 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.
Orbital Action Turbo Selector
- 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.
Switching On and Off
- 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.
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How to Use the Sightline
Feature (fig.K)
- 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.
HINTS FOR OPTIMUM USE
General
- Use a high speed for wood, a medium speed for aluminum and PVC and a low speed for
metals other then aluminum.
Sawing laminates
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.
Sawing metal
- 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.
- Quick Links:
- Assembly
- Use
- Extension Cords
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