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GENERAL SAFETY RULES

WARNING:

Read and understand all instructions.

 Failure to follow 

all instructions listed below, may result in electric shock, 
fire and/or serious personal injury.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
WORK AREA

Keep  your  work  area  clean  and  well  lit. 

Cluttered 

benches and dark areas invite accidents.

Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, 

such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases, 

or dust. 

Power tools create sparks which may ignite the 

dust or fumes.

Keep bystanders, children, and visitors away while 

operating a power tool. 

Distractions can cause you to 

lose control.

ELECTRICAL SAFETY

Double insulated tools are equipped with a polarized 

plug (one blade is wider than the other). This plug will 

fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does 

not  fit  fully  in  the  outlet,  reverse  the  plug.  If  it  still 

does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to install 

a polarized outlet. Do not change the plug in any way. 

Double insulation 

 eliminates the need for the three-

wire grounded power cord and grounded power supply 

system.

Avoid body contact with grounded surfaces such as 

pipes, radiators, ranges, and refrigerators. 

There is an 

increased risk of electric shock if your body is ground-

ed.

Don’t expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. 

Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of elec-

tric shock.

Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord to carry the 

tools or pull the plug from an outlet. Keep cord away 

from heat, oil, sharp edges, or moving parts. Replace 

damaged cords immediately. 

Damaged cords increase 

the risk of electric shock.

When operating a power tool outside, use an outdoor 

extension  cord  marked  “W-A”  or  “W”. 

These  cords 

are rated for outdoor use and reduce the risk of electric 

shock.  

PERSONAL SAFETY

Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common 

sense when operating a power tool. Do not use tool 

while tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol, 

or medication. 

A moment of inattention while operating 

power tools may result in serious personal injury.

Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. 

Contain long hair. Keep your hair, clothing, and gloves 

away from moving parts. 

Loose clothes, jewelry, or long 

hair can be caught in moving parts.

Avoid accidental starting. Be sure switch is off before 

plugging in. 

Carrying tools with your finger on the switch 

or plugging in tools that have the switch on invites ac-
cidents.

Remove adjusting keys or wrenches before turning 

the tool on. 

A wrench or a key that is left attached to a 

rotating part of the tool may result in personal injury.

Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance 

at all times. 

Proper footing and balance enables better 

control of the tool in unexpected situations.

Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protection. 

Dust mask, nonskid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing 
protection must be used for appropriate conditions.

Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Contain long 

hair.

 Loose clothes, jewelry, or long hair can be drawn 

into air vents.

Do not use on a ladder or unstable support. 

Stable 

footing on a solid surface enables better control of the 
tool in unexpected situations.

TOOL USE AND CARE

Use clamps or other practical way to secure and sup-

port the workpiece to a stable platform. 

Holding the 

work by hand or against your body is unstable and may 
lead to loss of control.

Do not force tool. Use the correct tool for your appli-

cation. 

The correct tool will do the job better and safer 

at the rate for which it is designed.

Do not use tool if switch does not turn it on or off. 

Any  tool  that  cannot  be  controlled  with  the  switch  is 
dangerous and must be repaired.

Disconnect the plug from power source before making 

any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing the 

tool. 

Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of 

starting the tool accidentally.

Store idle tools out of the reach of children and other 

untrained persons. 

Tools are dangerous in the hands of 

untrained users.

Maintain  tools  with  care.  Keep  cutting  tools  sharp 

and clean. 

Properly maintained tools with sharp cutting 

edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control.

Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, 

breakage of parts, and any other condition that may 

affect the tool’s operation. If damaged, have the tool 

serviced before using. 

Many accidents are caused by 

poorly maintained tools.

Use only accessories that are recommended by the 

manufacturer for your model. 

Accessories that may be 

suitable for one tool, may become hazardous when used 
on another tool.

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Keep the tool and its handle dry, clean and free from 

oil and grease.

 Always use a clean cloth when clean-

ing. Never use brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum-based 
products, or any strong solvents to clean your tool. Fol-
lowing this rule will reduce the risk of loss of control and 
deterioration of the enclosure plastic.

Summary of Contents for Jig Saw

Page 1: ...n properly cared for it will give you years of rugged trouble free performance WARNING To reduce the risk of injury the user must read and understand the operator s manual before using this product Th...

Page 2: ...Assembly 10 n Operation 11 16 n Adjustments 17 n Maintenance 18 n Parts Ordering Service 20 TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION This tool has many features for making its use more pleasant and enjoyable Sa...

Page 3: ...finger on the switch or plugging in tools that have the switch on invites ac cidents n Remove adjusting keys or wrenches before turning the tool on A wrench or a key that is left attached to a rotatin...

Page 4: ...ng and any other conditions that may affect its operation A guard or other part that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced by an authorized service center Following this rule will reduce...

Page 5: ...jury user must read and understand operator s manual before using this product Eye Protection Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields and a full face shield when operating this...

Page 6: ...inning power tool operation always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields and a full face shield when needed We recommend Wide Vision Safety Mask for use over eyeglasses or standard s...

Page 7: ...an outlet double check the power supply EXTENSION CORDS When using a power tool at a considerable distance from a power source be sure to use an extension cord that has the capacity to handle the curr...

Page 8: ...ight 5 8 lbs 2 63 kg FEATURES Fig 1 VARIABLE SPEED CONTROL SELECTOR WOOD CUTTING SAW BLADE ORBITAL ADJUSTMENT KNOB LOCK ON BUTTON VACUUM ATTACHMENT TRIGGER SWITCH LED LIGHT PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS BASE...

Page 9: ...ick and easy BLADE SUPPORT ROLLER Theblade supportrollerisrecessedtoensureaccuratecutting It has a hard wearing die cast aluminum casing with good heat dissipation properties to protect against overhe...

Page 10: ...il assembly is complete Failure to comply could result in accidental starting and possible serious personal injury TO INSTALL JIG SAW BLADES See Figure 2 n Unplug your saw n Lift the clamping lever on...

Page 11: ...Figure 4 The saw is equipped with a lock on feature which is convenient when continuous cutting for extended periods of time is required To lock on depress the trigger switch push in and hold the loc...

Page 12: ...stics and laminates HIGH speed produces best results when maximum power is required for example cutting wood Soft metals such as alu minum brass and copper may also require high speeds WARNING Do not...

Page 13: ...straight cuts as shown in figure 8 A straight cut can be made by clamping a piece of wood or straightedge to the workpiece and guiding the edge of the saw against it Make the cut from one direction on...

Page 14: ...e back to move the blade support roller out of the way of the saw blade as shown in figure 10 n Retighten the base locking lever n Unlock the scrolling mechanism of your saw by sliding the scrolling k...

Page 15: ...bly provides an indicator at each of the above mentioned 15 increments A protractor is recommended when accurate cuts are required n Unlock the base by moving the base locking lever for ward n Align t...

Page 16: ...ent knob to 0 Many kinds of metals can be cut with the saw Be careful not to twist or bend the blades Do not force If the blade chatters or vibrates excessively use a finer tooth metal cutting blade I...

Page 17: ...ng nut See figure 17 n Loosen the locking screw It is not necessary to remove the screw from the base See figure 18 n Release the base locking lever by pulling it forward n Tighten the adjusting nut 1...

Page 18: ...penetrating oils etc come in contact with plastic parts Chemicals can damage weaken or destroy plastic which may result in serious personal injury Electrictoolsusedonfiberglassmaterial wallboard spack...

Page 19: ...19 NOTES...

Page 20: ...u call or visit Please call 1 800 525 2579 for your nearest Ryobi Authorized Service Center You can also check our web site at www ryobitools com for a complete list of Authorized Service Centers MODE...

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