- 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 (7) in direction
B
to lock the shoe plate in place.
Connecting a vacuum cleaner to the tool (fig. C & D)
- Align the dust extraction adaptor (9) with the saw shoe as shown.
- Insert the ribs (12) into the slots (13).
- Rotate the adaptor until it locks into position. Make sure that the ribs (14) are correctly
seated.
- Connect the vacuum cleaner hose (11)(not supplied) to the adaptor.
Dust extraction is not possible when making bevel cuts.
USE
WARNING:
Never use the tool when the saw shoe is loose or removed.
Adjusting the shoe plate for bevel cuts (fig.E)
The shoe plate can be set to a left or right bevel angle of up to 45°.
- Turn the locking knob (7) in direction
A
to release the shoe plate (6).
- Pull the shoe plate (6) backwards and set it to the required angle. You can use the scale or
a protractor to check the angle.
- Turn the locking knob (7) in direction
B
to lock the shoe plate in place.
To reset the shoe plate for straight cuts:
- Turn the locking knob (7) in direction
A
to release the shoe plate (6).
- Pull the shoe plate backwards and set it to an angle of approximately 0.
- Push the shoe plate forward.
- Turn the locking knob (7) in direction
B
to lock the shoe plate in place. Make sure that the
shoe plate is supported by the guide ribs.
Switching On and Off
- To switch the tool on, press the variable speed switch (1). The tool speed depends on how
far you depress the switch.
- For continuous operation, press the lock-on button (2) and release the variable speed
switch. This option is available only at full speed.
- To switch the tool off, release the variable speed switch. To switch the tool off, when in
continuous operation, press the variable speed switch once more and release it.
How to Use the Sightline
®
Feature (fig.F)
- Use a pencil to mark the cutting line.
- Position the jigsaw over the line (15).
Viewing from directly above the jigsaw the line of cut can be easily followed. Should this view
be restricted for any reason, the indent (16) can be used as an alternate cutting guide.
ASSEMBLY - JS600, JS610G
WARNING:
Before attempting any of the following operations, make sure that the tool is
switched off and unplugged and that the saw blade has stopped. Used saw blades can be
hot.
Fitting the saw blade (fig. G)
- Hold the saw blade (7) as shown, with teeth facing forward.
- Push the lever (5) downwards.
- Insert the shank of the saw blade into the blade holder (12) as far as it will go.
- Release the lever.
Connecting a vacuum cleaner to the tool (fig. H & I)
- Align the dust extraction adaptor (11) with the saw shoe as shown.
- Insert the ribs (14) into the slots (15).
- Rotate the adaptor until it locks into position. Make sure that the ribs (16) are correctly
seated.
- Connect the vacuum cleaner hose (13) (not supplied) to the adaptor.
Dust extraction is not possible when making bevel cuts.
USE
WARNING:
Never use the tool when the saw shoe is loose or removed.
Adjusting the shoe plate for bevel cuts (fig. J)
The shoe plate can be set to a left or right bevel angle of up to 45°.
- Turn the locking knob (9) in direction
A
to release the shoe plate (8).
- Pull the shoe plate (8) backwards and set it to the required angle. You can use the scale or
a protractor to check the angle.
- Turn the locking knob (9) in direction
B
to lock the shoe plate in place.
To reset the shoe plate for straight cuts:
- Turn the locking knob (9) in direction
A
to release the shoe plate (8).
- Pull the shoe plate backwards and set it to an angle of approximately 0.
- Push the shoe plate forward.
- Turn the locking knob (9) in direction
B
to lock the shoe plate in place. Make sure that the
shoe plate is supported by the guide ribs.
Variable Speed Control
- Set the variable speed control knob (3) to the required speed range. Use a high speed for
wood, medium speed for aluminum and PVC and low speed for metals other then aluminum.
Orbital Action Turbo Selector
- For fast and efficient straight cuts in wood, set the turbo orbital action selector (4) to “max”.
- For accurate straight and curve cutting and a smooth surface finish, set the turbo selector
(4) to “min”.
- The turbo orbital action selector (4) can also be set to the middle position between “max”
and “min” for a moderate speed of cut and finish.
Note:
Orbital Action not recommended when scrolling.
Switching On and Off
- To switch the tool on, press the on/off switch (1).
- For continuous operation, press the lock-on button (2) and release the on/off switch.
- To switch the tool off, release the on/off switch. To switch the tool off, when in continuous
operation, press the on/off switch once more and release it.
How to Use the Sightline
®
Feature (fig.K)
- Use a pencil to mark the cutting line.
- Position the jigsaw over the line (17).
Viewing from directly above the jigsaw the line of cut can be easily followed. Should this view
be restricted for any reason, the indent (18) can be used as an alternate cutting guide.
HINTS FOR OPTIMUM USE
General
- Use a high speed for wood, a medium speed for aluminum and PVC and a low speed for
metals other then aluminum.
Sawing laminates
As the saw blade cuts on the upward stroke, splintering may occur on the surface closest to
the shoe plate.
- Use a fine-tooth saw blade.
- Saw from the back surface of the workpiece.
- To minimize splintering, clamp a piece of scrap wood or hardboard to both sides of the
workpiece and saw through this sandwich.
Sawing metal
- Be aware that sawing metal takes much more time than sawing wood.
- Use a saw blade suitable for sawing metal.
- When cutting thin metal, clamp a piece of scrap wood to the back surface of the workpiece
and cut through this sandwich.
- Spread a film of oil along the intended line of cut.
CAUTION: Do not use vacuum adapter when cutting metal.
Metal filings will be hot and
may cause a fire.
Rip Fence
Ripping and circle cutting without a pencil line are easily done with a rip fence and circle
guide (available as standard equipment on some models or at extra cost).
Attaching Rip Fence (fig.L & M)
- Insert rip fence into slot on the right side of saw shoe as shown with cross bar facing down.
- Place screw (19) into hole in bottom of shoe.
- Align clamp bar (20) over screw with lipped edge facing down and pointing towards the rear
of the saw.
- Using a phillips screwdriver, run the screw into the threaded hole in the bar clamp.
- Adjust to width of cut and tighten screw.
Circle Cutting
- Insert rip fence into slot on the right side of saw shoe with cross bar facing up.
- Adjust rip fence so that distance from blade to hole in cross bar is the desired radius and
tighten screw.
- Place saw so that center of hole in cross bar is over center of circle to be cut (make pocket
cut, drill hole for blade or cut inward from edge of material to get blade into position).
- When saw is properly positioned, drive a small nail through hole in cross bar into exact
center of circle to be cut. Using rip fence as a pivot arm, begin cutting circle.
MAINTENANCE
Use only mild soap and damp cloth to clean the tool. Never let any liquid get inside the tool;
never immerse any part of the tool into a liquid.
IMPORTANT:
To assure product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs, maintenance and
adjustment should be performed by authorized service centers or other qualified service
personnel, always using identical replacement parts.
ACCESSORIES
Recommended accessories for use with your tool are available from your local dealer or
authorized service center. If you need assistance regarding accessories, please call:
1-800-544-6986.
WARNING:
The use of any accessory not recommended for use with this tool could be
hazardous.
SERVICE INFORMATION
Black & Decker offers a full network of company-owned and authorized service locations
throughout North America. All Black & Decker Service Centers are staffed with trained
personnel to provide customers with efficient and reliable power tool service. Whether you
need technical advice, repair, or genuine factory replacement parts, contact the
Black & Decker location nearest you. To find your local service location, refer to the yellow
page directory under "Tools—Electric" or call:
1-800-544-6986.
FULL TWO-YEAR HOME USE WARRANTY
Black & Decker (U.S.) Inc. warrants this product for two years against any defects in
material or workmanship. The defective product will be replaced or repaired at no charge in
either of two ways.
The first, which will result in exchanges only, is to return the product to the retailer from
whom it was purchased (provided that the store is a participating retailer). Returns should
be made within the time period of the retailer’s policy for exchanges (usually 30 to 90 days
after the sale). Proof of purchase may be required. Please check with the retailer for their
specific return policy regarding returns that are beyond the time set for exchanges.
The second option is to take or send the product (prepaid) to a Black & Decker owned or
authorized Service Center for repair or replacement at our option. Proof of purchase may
be required. Black & Decker owned and authorized Service Centers are listed under
"Tools–Electric" in the yellow pages of the phone directory.
This warranty does not apply to accessories. This warranty gives you specific legal rights
and you may have other rights which vary from state to state. Should you have any
questions, contact the manager of your nearest Black & Decker Service Center. This
product is not intended for commercial use.
Free warning label replacement
: If your warning labels become illegible or are missing,
call
1-800-544-6986
for a free replacement.
See ‘Tools-
Electric’
– Yellow Pages –
for Service &
Sales
Black & Decker (U.S.)
Inc.,
701 E. Joppa Rd.
Towson, MD 21286
U.S.A.
TROUBLESHOOTING
Problem
Possible Cause
Possible Solution
• Unit will not start.
• Cord not plugged in.
• Plug tool into a working
outlet.
• Circuit fuse is blown.
• Replace circuit fuse.
(If the product repeatedly
causes the circuit fuse to
blow, discontinue use
immediately and have it
serviced at a Black &
Decker service center or
authorized servicer.)
• Circuit breaker is tripped.
• Reset circuit breaker.
(If the product repeatedly
causes the circuit
breaker to trip,
discontinue use
immediately and have it
serviced at a Black &
Decker service center or
authorized servicer.)
• Cord or switch is damaged.
• Have cord or switch
replaced at Black
& Decker Service Center
or Authorized Servicer
For assistance with your product, visit our website
www.blackanddecker.com
for the
location of the service center nearest you or call the BLACK & DECKER help line at
1-800-544-6986.
