BLADE INSTALLATION
Turn the switch off and unplug the jig saw from the power before attempting blade installation or any adjustments. Serious injury may occur if the unit is accidentally started while installing the blade.
1.Make certain the tool is unplugged while installing the blade.
2.Make sure the orbit selector switch is in Position III. See Figure 2.
Fig 2. Orbiter selection in Position III.
3.Take the blade and turn it so the teeth are facing the side of the footplate. Insert the mount end into the plunger as shown in Figure 3. Twist the blade 90˚ so the teeth are pointing forward, then pull it down slightly. Make certain the blade is positioned in the groove of the roller which backs up the blade.
Fig 3. Inserting blade into plunger.
4.Insert the screwdriver included with this jig saw into the hole at the front of the handle as shown in Figure 4. Tighten the screw while making sure the blade stays in the roller groove.
Fig 4. Tightening blade locking screw.
5.To remove the blade, reverse the process described above.
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