Working Hints For Your Jigsaw - Wickes 223750 Manual

5. PENDULUM ACTION CONTROL (SEE FIG. H)
The pendulum action varies the forward cutting angle of
the blade for increased cutting efficiency. This can also
be adjusted during no load running. Refer to the chart 1
for more details. Do not use excessive blade force when
cutting with the pendulum action. The blade cuts on the
upward stroke only.
Chart 1
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WORKING HINTS FOR YOUR JIGSAW

If your jig saw becomes too hot, especially when used at low speed, set the speed to maximum and run no Load
for 2-3 minutes to cool the motor. Avoid prolonged usage at very low speeds.
GENERAL
Always use a blade suited to the material and material thickness to be cut. Always ensure the work–piece is firmly
held or clamped to prevent movement. For easier control, use low speed to start cutting, then increase to correct
speed.
Any movement of the material may affect the quality of the cut. The blade cuts on the upward stroke and may chip
the uppermost surface or face of the work piece. Ensure your uppermost surface is a non-visible surface when your
work is finished.
1. CUTTING LAMINATES
Use a fine tooth blade when cutting most laminates and thin wood materials. To reduce edge chipping, clamp pieces
of waste wood at both ends on both sides and cut through the waste wood during cutting.
2. CIRCLE CUTTING
Do not use the pendulum action when cutting tight circles or angles.
Thin materials. Fine cuts. Tight curves.
Hard materials, (e.g. steel & chipboard)
Thick materials ( e.g. wood ) & plastic
Fast cuts (e.g. softwood). Cutting in the direction of the wood grain.
Fig. H
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