Reikel JS616 Original Instructions Manual page 13

Original Instructions
Speed controller
Fig.6
Adjusting the speed to suit the application enhances cutting performance and saves the
blade from undue wear.
To determine optimum cutting speed first perform test cuts on offcuts of the workpiece
to be cut.
Rotate the speed controller, located at the back of the jig saw to set the blade speed.
Position "1" denotes the lowest speed.
Position "6" denotes the highest speed.
Pendulum lever
Fig.7
The pendulum lever has four positions. The first position (0) selects normal cutting
without pendulum action. The positions (1, 2 and 3) cause the blade to swing slightly
backwards and forwards as it cuts. This pendulum action increases the efficiency of
cutting, set the pendulum lever to one of the three settings (1, 2 or 3) according to
degree of pendulum action required.
Experiment on a piece of scrap material to determine the optimum pendulum action
setting for the material of the work piece.
Recommendations (non-committal)
- No pendulum action for: cutting sheet metal, plastic sheets; very fine cutting edges
- Low pendulum action for: cutting hard wood, plastics; fine cutting edges on wood
- Max. pendulum action for: cutting wood; if no fine cutting edges required
General cutting
Ensure that the blade is the correct type for the application and that the length extends
through the workpiece on the upstroke of the cut.
1. Determine how the jig saw is best configured for the job and make the required
adjustment.
2. Switch on the jig saw and allow the blade to reach maximum speed.