750W MAGNESIUM JIGSAW LS750PJM INSTRUCTION MANUAL 1
Contents Warranty 2 Warranty Power Tools Description of symbols 3 Specifications 3 Safety rules for laser lights 4 General safety rules 4 Additional safety rules for jigsaws 6 Contents of carton 6 Unpacking 6 Assembly 6 Know your product 7 Adjusting the shoe for angular cutting 8 Switching the jigsaw on/off 8 Adjusting the cutting speed 8 Pendulum adjustment 8 Making a cut 9 Pocket & round cutting 9 Cutting metal 9 Parallel fence 9 Blade guide 9 Whilst every effort is
Introduction Description of symbols Your new GMC power tool will more than satisfy your expectations. It has been manufactured under stringent GMC Quality Standards to meet superior performance criteria. You will find your new tool easy and safe to operate, and, with proper care, it will give you many years of dependable service. CAUTION. Carefully read through this entire Instruction Manual before using your new GMC Power Tool. Take special care to heed the Cautions and Warnings.
Safety rules for laser lights General safety rules WARNING. Read all instructions. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury. The term “power tool” in all of the warnings listed below refers to your mains operated (corded) power tool or battery operated (cordless) power tool. Save these instructions 1. Work area a. Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered and dark areas invite accidents. b.
b. Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn it on and off. Any power tool that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired. c. Disconnect the plug from the power source before making any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing power tools. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the power tool accidentally. d.
• Never reach over the blade to remove waste or off cuts. • Do not attempt to free a jammed blade before first switching off the machine. • If you are interrupted when operating the saw, complete the process and switch off before looking up. • Periodically check that all nuts, bolts and other fixings are properly tightened. • Do not store materials or equipment above a machine in such a way that they could fall into it. • Always hold the saw on parts that are insulated.
11 Know your product Before using the jigsaw, familiarise yourself with all the operating features and safety requirements. Use the tool and accessories only for the applications intended. All other applications are expressly ruled out. 1. Laser light on/off switch 2. Jigsaw on/off trigger switch 3. Soft grip handle 4. Shoe plate 5. Lock-on button 6. Blade guard 7. Blade guide 8. Cutting angle scale 9. Parallel fence 10. Pendulum lever 11. Variable speed dial 12. Tool free blade change control 13.
Adjusting the shoe for angular cutting Switching the jigsaw on/off The shoe plate (4) should be kept flat against the work piece when making a cut. It can be tilted left and right to change the angle of cut. CAUTION. Always ensure that the jigsaw is switched off and plug is removed from the power point before making any adjustments. 1. To adjust the angle of cutting, first turn the jigsaw upside down and lift the shoe lock (17) to the vertical position. 2.
piece. By changing the position of the guide and using the same straight edge as a guide, it is possible to quickly and easily make parallel cuts in the work piece. Making a cut WARNING. The blade guard (6) should always be in place when the jigsaw is in use. 1. Switch on the jigsaw and allow the blade to reach maximum speed. 2. Slowly guide the jigsaw forward using both hands, keeping the shoe plate flat against the work piece. Do not force the jigsaw. NOTE.
Refitting a new blade 1. Ensure the blade change control (12) is pressed down, slide the new blade into the locating groove in the blade clamp with the teeth pointing forward, ensuring that the blade rear edge is located and supported by the blade guide (7). 2. Release the blade change control and the blade will secure firmly in place. 3. Replace the plug and run the jigsaw under no load to check that it runs smoothly and the blade is secure before using it to cut any materials.
Power cord maintenance If the supply cord needs replacing, the task must be carried out by the manufacturer, the manufacturer’s agent, or an authorised service centre in order to avoid a safety hazard. General inspection Regularly check that all the fixing screws are tight. They may vibrate loose over time.
GMC customer assist If your product needs repairing, replacing, technical service or you simply need help or advice, please contact us on our Customer Assist Line 1300 880 001 (Australia) or 0800 445 721 (New Zealand). For prompt service we suggest you log your service request online at www.gmcservice.com.au. Should you not have access to the Internet, please contact our service department on 1300 880 001 (Australia) or 0800 445 721 (New Zealand). 7am – 7pm, 7days a week (AEST).
