Black & Decker FireStorm Instruction Manual page 7

90501323 FS6000JSL
Motor
Be sure your power supply agrees with nameplate marking. 120 Volts AC only means
your tool will operate on standard 60 Hz household power. Do not operate AC tools on
DC. A rating of 120 volts AC/DC means that you tool will operate on standard 60 Hz AC
or DC power. This information is printed on the nameplate. Lower voltage will cause loss
of power and can result in over-heating. All Black & Decker tools are factory-tested; if this
tool does not operate, check the power supply.
ASSEMBLY -
WARNING: Sharp blade. To prevent accidental operation, make sure that the
tool is switched off and unplugged and that the saw blade has stopped before
performing the following operations. Failure to do this could result in serious personal
injury. Used saw blades can be hot.
INSERTING THE SAW BLADE (FIG. A)
- Hold the saw blade (6) as shown, with teeth facing forward.
- Push the lever (4) downwards.
- Insert the shank of the saw blade into the blade holder (16) as far as it will go.
- Release the lever.
- Adjust the blade support roller as described below.
ADJUSTING THE BLADE SUPPORT ROLLER (FIG. B)
After inserting the blade, you need to adjust the blade support roller (5).
- Turn the locking knob (8) in direction A.
- Slide the blade support roller against the rear of the blade. The blade must locate in the
central recess of the roller.
- Turn the locking knob (8) in direction B to lock the shoe plate in place.
ATTACHING AND REMOVING THE HANDLE (FIG. C, C1)
The handle is keyed and can only be inserted one way.
To attach handle:
- Insert handle shaft (17) into the handle recess (18) on either side of saw and push until
keyed section slides completely into recess.
- With keyed section completely in recess, twist handle 1/4 turn clockwise.
To remove handle:
- Twist handle 1/4 turn counterclockwise and pull straight out.
To fold handle:
- Press the release button (19) and fold the handle back against the side of the saw until it
locks in place. To unfold, press the release button again and swing the handle out until it
locks into place.
OPERATING THE JIG SAW
WARNING: Laceration Hazard. To prevent loss of control, never use the tool
when the saw shoe is loose or removed. Failure to do this could result in serious
personal injury.
ADJUSTING THE SHOE PLATE FOR BEVEL CUTS (FIG. D)
The shoe plate can be set to a left or right bevel angle of up to 45°.
- Turn the locking knob (8) in direction A to release the shoe plate (6).
- Pull the shoe plate (7) backwards and set it to the required angle. You can use the scale
or a protractor to check the angle.
- Turn the locking knob (8) in direction B to lock the shoe plate in place.
To reset the shoe plate for straight cuts:
- Turn the locking knob (8) in direction A to release the shoe plate (7).
- Pull the shoe plate backwards and set it to an angle of approximately 0.
- Push the shoe plate forward.
- Turn the locking knob (8) in direction B to lock the shoe plate in place. Make sure that the
shoe plate is supported by the guide ribs.
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