Cutting Tips - Flex JS 18.0-EC Operating Instructions Manual

JS 18.0-EC
The LED light has a Memory function with save
the last setting.
Speed adjusting dial
The tool speed can be infinitely adjusted by
turning the speed adjusting dial. You can get the
highest speed at 5 and the lowest speed at 1.
Refer to the table to select the proper speed
for the work piece to be cut. However, the
appropriate speed may differ with the type or
thickness of the workpiece. In general, higher
speeds will allow you to cut workpieces faster
but the service life of the blade will be reduced.
When the speed adjusting dial is in the position
A, the tool automatically reduces the no-load
speed to reduce the vibration under no-load.
Once the tool gets load, the tool speed reaches
the highest value.
Workpiece to be cut Number on adjusting dial
Wood
Mild steel
Stainless steel
Aluminum
plastics
Orbital-Action Settings
Your tool is equipped with four orbital-action
settings for optimal adaptation to the cutting
speed, cutting capacity, cutting pattern, and the
material being sawed.
The orbital action can be adjusted with the
control lever:
The optimal orbital action setting for the
respective application can be determined
through practical testing. The following
recommendations apply:
Position Cutting action
Straight line
0 cutting action
Small orbital
1
action
Medium
2
orbital action
4-A
3-A
3-4
3-A
1-4
Applications
For cutting mild steel,
stainless steel and
plastics. For clean
cuts in wood and
plywood
For cutting mild steel,
aluminum and hard
wood
For cutting wood and
plywood. For fast
cutting in aluminum
and mild steel.
Maximum
3
orbital action
NOTICE:
Always make test cuts in scrap material first to
determine the best setting.
In order to reach full orbital action, the blade
must be facing straight forward, the back of
the blade must be resting in the groove of the
roller, and the foot must be positioned all the
way forward. Orbital action is not detectable
when the saw is running freely. The saw must
be cutting in order for orbital action to occur.
The cutting speed is easier to see when cutting
thicker material.

Cutting Tips

WARNING!
Before attaching the battery pack onto the
tool, always check to determine that the
switch performs properly and returns to the
"OFF"position when released.
WARNING!
Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses
with side shields during power tool operation or
when blowing dust. If operation is dusty, also
wear a dust mask.
WARNING!
To avoid loss of control and serious injury,
make sure that the blade reaches the full
desired speed before touching it to the
workpiece.
Face the good side of the material down and
secure it in a bench vise, or clamp it down. Draw
cutting lines or designs on the side of the material
facing towards you. Place the front edge of the
saw foot on the workpiece and align the blade
with the line to be cut. Hold the jig saw firmly,
turn it on, and press down to keep the saw foot
flat against the work as you slowly push the
saw into the workpiece in the direction of the cut.
Gradually increase the cutting speed, cutting
close to the line (unless you want to leave stock
for finish sanding). You may have to adjust or
relocate the vise or clamps as you cut to keep
the work stable. Do not force the saw, or the
blade teeth may rub and wear without cutting
and the blade may break. Let the saw do most
of the work. When following curves, cut slowly
so that the blade can cut across the grain. This
will give you an accurate cut and will prevent
the blade from wandering.
For fast cutting in
wood and plywood
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