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1268-536 READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE FIRST USE. KEEP THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. KEEP AWAY FROM CHILDREN. WEAR CSA APPROVED WEAR EAR WEAR A EYE PROTECTION PROTECTION FACE MASK...
1268-536 TABLE OF CONTENTS Product specifications ………….……………………………………………………………1 Table of contents ………….……………………………………………………………2 General safety warnings ………….……………………………………………………………3 Eye, ear & lung protection ………….……………………………………………………………3 Electrical safety ………….…………………………………………………………….4 Power tool safety ………….……………………………………………………………5–6 Work area safety ………….……………………………………………………………5 Personal safety ………….…………………………………………………………….5 Power tool use and care ………….……………………………………………………………5-6...
4 Amp Jigsaw - Owner's Manual GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS WARNING: Before using this tool or any of its accessories, read this manual and follow all Safety Rules and Operating Instructions. The important precautions, safeguards and instructions appearing in this manual are not meant to cover all possible situations.
1268-536 ELECTRICAL SAFETY WARNING: To avoid electrical hazards, fire hazards or damage to the tool, use proper circuit protection. WARNING: Ventilation openings in batteries and chargers must always be open to allow cooling air to circulate freely. Air vents that are blocked, restricted or covered may result in the battery or charger overheating.
4 Amp Jigsaw - Owner's Manual POWER TOOL SAFETY WORK AREA SAFETY Keep work area clean and well lit. Do not operate power tools in the presence of flammable liquids, gases or dust. Power tools create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes.
1268-536 Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn it on and off. Any power tool that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired. Disconnect the plug from the power source and/or the battery pack from the power tool before making any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing power tools.
4 Amp Jigsaw - Owner's Manual SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES WARNING: Know your jigsaw. Do not plug in the jigsaw until you have read and understand this Owner's Manual. Learn the tool’s applications and limitations, as well as the specific potential hazards related to this tool. Following this rule will reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, or serious injury.
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1268-536 After changing a blade, make sure the blade is securely held in the blade holder. Loose blades will be violently thrown. Never touch the blade during or immediately after use. After use, the blade is too hot to be touched by bare hands.
4 Amp Jigsaw - Owner's Manual GUIDELINES FOR EXTENSION CORDS Make sure your extension cord is the proper size. When using an extension cord, be sure to use one heavy enough to carry the current the tool will draw. An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of power and overheating.
1268-536 SYMBOLS WARNING: Some of the following symbols may appear on the Jigsaw. Study these symbols and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow for more efficient and safer operation of this tool. Volts Direct current Amperes...
1268-536 ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING INSTALLING A BLADE HEX KEY STORAGE WARNING: Always remove the plug from the " (3 mm) hex key (1) for adjusting power source before installing or removing a the bevel cutting angle is stored in power blade or adjusting the jigsaw in any way.
4 Amp Jigsaw - Owner's Manual ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING (continued) SETTING THE BEVEL CUTTING ANGLE – cont’d SETTING THE ORBITAL CUTTING ANGLE The variable orbital cutting action allows you to select one of four different blade angles. To set the orbital cutting angle, rotate the Fig.
1268-536 ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING (continued) VARIABLE SPEED CONTROL LOCK-ON BUTTON Set the jigsaw speed by rotating the Your jigsaw is equipped with a lock-on feature, variable speed control wheel (1) to the which is convenient when continuous cutting appropriate speed (Fig. 7). Rotating the for extended periods of time is required (Fig.
4 Amp Jigsaw - Owner's Manual ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING (continued) MATERIALS YOU CAN CUT GENERAL CUTTING This jigsaw is a versatile tool that allows Clearly mark the workpiece to locate you to cut many different types of the position of the cut. materials.
1268-536 ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING (continued) GENERAL CUTTING – cont'd clearly mark the cutting line on the workpiece. CAUTION: Do not force the jigsaw. Use only enough force to keep the blade cutting. Set the bevel angle at 0°, and then Excessive pressure on the blade will cause lock the base plate.
4 Amp Jigsaw - Owner's Manual METAL CUTTING Many types of metal can be cut with your jigsaw. When cutting any kind of material, be careful not to twist or bend the blades. Do not force the blade. If the blade chatters or vibrates excessively, use a finer toothed blade.
1268-536 MAINTENANCE WARNING: Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields during all WARNING: When servicing this tool, use only cutting operations. It is critical that you wear identical replacement parts. The use of any safety goggles or safety glasses with side...
1268-536 PARTS LIST WARNING: When servicing, use only original equipment replacement parts. The use of any other parts may create a safety hazard or cause damage to the jigsaw. Any attempt to repair or replace electrical parts on this jigsaw may create a safety hazard unless repairs are performed by a qualified technician.
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4 Amp Jigsaw - Owner's Manual Key # Part # Part Name Quantity 2030030009 Connecting plate 4100050002 Closing ring 2030020012 Washer 4010020011 Needle roller bearing 1170050007 Bearing seat 4010010036 Bearing 608 3150010103 1010100026 Rotor 1230010103 Carbon brush 2030070013 Brush holder 3150060001 Brush holder support 4010010034...
RADLEY 4 A VARIABLE SPEED JIGSAW WARRANTY If this Radley Tool fails due to a defect in material or workmanship within one year from the date of purchase, return it to any Home Hardware store with the original bill of sale for exchange.
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EXCLUSIVE TO HOME HARDWARE For information on the entire line-up of Radley power tools visit homehardware.ca or your local Home Hardware retail store. MADE IN CHINA / FABRIQUÉ EN CHINE HOME HARDWARE STORES LIMITED ST.
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