Contents Package contents ................ 3 Components ..................6 General information ..............7 Reading and storing the user manual ........... 7 Explanation of symbols ..............7 Safety ...................8 Explanation of notes .................8 Proper use ...................8 Residual risks ..................9 General safety notes for power tools ..........9 Using and handling the power tool ..........
General information General information Reading and storing the user manual This user manual accompanies this 20 V Li-ion cordless Jigsaw (referred to below only as the ‘product’). It contains important information on safety, usage and care. Before using the product, read the user manual carefully. Pay particular attention to the safety instructions and warnings.
Safety Wear suitable protective gloves. Safety Explanation of notes The following symbols and signal words are used in this user manual. Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. WARNING! Designates a dangerous situation that may result in minor or moderate injury if not avoided.
Safety • failure to comply with any regulations relating to accident prevention, occupational health or safety, which specifically and/or generally apply to the use of the product; • use of accessories and spare parts not intended for the product; • changes to the product; •...
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Safety Work place safety a) Keep your work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents. b) Do not work with the power tool in areas with a risk of explosion where flammable liquids, gases or dusts are present. Power tools create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes.
Safety any power tool if you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury. b) Wear personal protective gear and always wear safety glasses. Protective equipment such as dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection used for appropriate conditions will reduce personal injuries.
Safety c) Disconnect the plug from the power source and/or remove the rechargeable battery from the power tool before making any adjustments, changing insertion tools or storing the power tool. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the power tool accidentally.
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Safety c) Keep the unused rechargeable battery away from paper clips, coins, keys, nails, screws or other small metallic objects that could bridge the contacts. A short circuit between the contacts of the rechargeable battery could result in burns or fire. d) If used improperly, liquid may leak out of the rechargeable battery.
Preparation b) Fasten and secure the workpiece to a stable surface using clamps or in another manner. If you only hold onto the workpiece with your hand or put it against your body, it will remain unstable and could lead to loss of control. Preparation WARNING! Choking hazard!
Preparation Attaching the sliding shoe 1. Push the product and both retaining collars into the two recesses on the (see Fig. I). sliding shoe 2. Push the product downwards until the sliding shoe’s rear retaining collars click into place. 3. To remove the sliding shoe from the saw shoe, separate the retaining collars at the rear end of the sliding shoe and pull it downwards.
Preparation Adjusting the saw shoe for mitre cuts CAUTION! Risk of injury! Improper handling of the product can lead to severe injury. − Never saw with a saw shoe which hasn’t been secured. − Before sawing, always make sure that the saw blade’s locking lever is pushed firmly back.
Preparation Dust blower function A vacuum cleaner cannot be used to suck up shavings/chips when the dust blower function is switched on. − In order to switch on the dust blower function, move the slider for the dust blower function towards the right, in the direction of the rechargeable battery (not included in the package contents).
Preparation Attaching the parallel guide • The parallel guide can be attached to both sides of the saw blade. The parallel guide makes it possible to make a straight cut parallel to the workpiece’s stop edge. • You can always saw without a parallel guide. Using a parallel guide is not absolutely necessary.
Operation Charging the rechargeable battery − To charge the battery, follow the instructions described in the user manual for the battery pack and charger used. Inserting and removing the rechargeable battery − To insert the rechargeable battery, slide it into the battery holder .
Operation Level Stroke rate low stroke rate medium stroke rate high stroke rate • The stroke rate should be high enough to make smooth cuts in the material. • When sawing hard materials, you should select a lower stroke rate and a saw blade with fine toothing.
Operation The best stroke rate setting and pendulum stroke adjustment combination depends on the material to be machined. For determining the ideal setting, we recommend that you always carry out a sample cut using a scrap piece. Switching the product on and off The LED light makes it possible to additionally illuminate the cut surface.
Operation In doing so, only apply light pressure to the saw blade. Cover the cutting line with a suitable coolant when cutting metal. Make sure to pay attention to the maximum material thickness to be machined: • Wood: 80 mm •...
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Problem Possible cause Solution Device does not The rechargeable battery is Insert the rechargeable battery. work not inserted. The saw’s cutting The saw blade is dull. Have the saw blade sharpened power is poor. or replace it with a new one. The cuts are The angle settings have Readjust the angles.
Storage Cleaning − Use a soft cloth or brush to clean the housing. − Clean the LED light with a soft, dry brush. − Clean the vents and area around the saw blade holder − Remove dust or chips by blowing them out with compressed air. −...
Technical data Technical data Article number: 98760 Model: FAPS 20-I Model number: WU5420153/WU5420154 Motor voltage supply: 20 V Stroke rate: 500–3,000 min Stroke height: 20 mm Cutting depth wood: 80 mm Mitre cuts: 15°, 30°, 45° (left and right) Operating temperature: 4°C to 40°C...
Noise/vibration information Noise/vibration information WARNING! Health hazard! Working without ear protection and suitable protective clothing poses a health hazard. − Wear ear protection and suitable protective clothing when working with the device. WARNING! The vibration and noise emission values may differ from the level specified while actually using the power tool.
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Noise/vibration information Cutting chipboard • Vibration level a 9.1 m/s² • Uncertainty K 1.5 m/s² Sawing sheet metal • Vibration level a 7.2 m/s² • Uncertainty K 1.5 m/s² WARNING! The above vibration emission level (vibration value) has been measured in accordance with a test method standardised in EN 62841-1 and EN 62841-2-11 and can be used to compare one power tool with another.
Disposal Disposal Disposing of the packaging Dispose of the packaging separated into single type materials. Dispose of paperboard and cardboard with wastepaper and plastics with recyclable waste. Disposing of the product − Dispose of the product in accordance with the applicable disposal regulations for your country.
Oberkamper Straße 37 - 39 42349 Wuppertal Germany EC Declaration of Conformity We declare with sole responsibility, 20 V LI-ION CORDLESS JIGSAW FAPS 20-I that the product listed below … WU5420153/5420154 • 98760 • 10/2019 … meets all of the requirements 2011/65/EU (RoHS) of the listed directives.
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ALDI STORES LTD. PO BOX 26, ATHERSTONE WARWICKSHIRE, CV9 2SH. ALDI STORES (IRELAND) LTD. PO BOX 726, NAAS, CO. KILDARE. Visit us at www.aldi.com AFTER SALES SUPPORT 98760 00800 34 99 67 53 meister-service@conmetallmeister.de YEAR MODEL: WARRANTY FAPS 20-I / WU5420153/WU5420154 10/2019...
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