OPERATIONS, CON’T
2.Make sure the securing clasps on either side of the cutter base engage with the clips on the battery compart- ment.
Inserting and Removing Bits
REMOVE BATTERY WHEN CHANGING BITS
1.Push the black spindle lock button on the side of the cutter and turn silver collet with fingers until the lock engages.
2.Use the supplied wrench to loosen the silver collet while continuing to push the spindle lock button.
3.Slide the desired bit into the collet as far as possible without covering the bit’s cutting edge.
With the spindle lock button still pressed, tighten the collet with the supplied wrench until securely seat- ed. Do not over tighten.
Operating the cutting tool
1.With appropriate bit in place, turn power switch on and slowly engage bit into or against the material to be cut. Do not turn power on while the bit is resting against surface to be cut.
2.If at any time during the cut the blade stalls or stops abruptly, turn power off immediately and wait for blade to come to rest before removing from material.
3.Do not make a blind cut into a wall without first determining if there are hazards behind the material to be cut. Check behind walls for wires, other electrical hazards, or plumbing.
4.Make sure to use the appropriate bit for the specified cutting task.
The potential for injury using this device is great. Use extreme caution and care when operating, adjusting and main- taining this saw. Failure to observe safe handling practices will result in serious personal injury.
Always remove battery from unit before changing the blade, adjusting or servicing. Failure to observe this fundamental rule will result in serious personal injury.
Turn the switch off and remove the battery from the Jig Saw before attempting blade installation or any adjustments. Serious injury may occur if the unit should be accidental- ly started while installing the blade.
Operating this equipment has the potential for flying debris to cause eye injury. Always wear safety glasses or goggles when operating equipment. Everyday glasses or reading glasses only have impact resistant lenses, they are not safety glasses. Be certain the safety glasses you wear meet the appropriate standards of the American National Standards Institute (ANSI).
H0599 18V Cordless Cutting Tool
