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BM 1609P07165 08-11:BM 1609P07165 08-11 8/10/11 8:58 AM Page 2 General Power Tool Safety Warnings Read all safety warnings and all instructions. Failure to follow the warnings ! WARNING and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury. SAVE ALL WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE The term “power tool” in the warnings refers to your mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated (cordless) power tool. Work area safety power tool.
BM 1609P07165 08-11:BM 1609P07165 08-11 8/10/11 8:58 AM Page 3 Disconnect the plug from the power source and/or the battery pack from the power tool before making any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing power tools. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the power tool accidentally. Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control.
BM 1609P07165 08-11:BM 1609P07165 08-11 8/10/11 8:58 AM Page 4 Make certain all adjusting screws and the blade holder are tight before making a cut. Loose adjusting screws and holders can cause the tool or blade to slip and loss of control may result. When removing the blade from the tool avoid contact with skin and use proper protective gloves when grasping the blade or accessory. Accessories may be hot after prolonged use.
BM 1609P07165 08-11:BM 1609P07165 08-11 8/10/11 8:58 AM Page 5 Symbols IMPORTANT: Some of the following symbols may be used on your tool. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the tool better and safer.
BM 1609P07165 08-11:BM 1609P07165 08-11 8/10/11 8:58 AM Page 6 Symbols (continued) IMPORTANT: Some of the following symbols may be used on your tool. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the tool better and safer. This symbol designates that this tool is listed by Underwriters Laboratories. This symbol designates that this tool is listed by Underwriters Laboratories, to United States and Canadian Standards.
BM 1609P07165 08-11:BM 1609P07165 08-11 8/10/11 8:58 AM Page 7 Functional Description and Specifications Disconnect the plug from the power source before making any ! WARNING assembly, adjustments or changing accessories. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the tool accidentally. Jigsaws FIG.
BM 1609P07165 08-11:BM 1609P07165 08-11 8/10/11 8:58 AM Page 8 Assembly BLADE INSTALLATION AND REMOVAL This jigsaw is equipped with a Bosch tool-less blade changing system for fast and easy changes of T-shank blades. (Note: This jigsaw does not accept U-shank blades.) If blade is not properly ! WARNING installed, then the blade may unexpectedly dislodge from jigsaw when tool is energized. 1.
BM 1609P07165 08-11:BM 1609P07165 08-11 8/10/11 8:58 AM Page 9 ATTACHING NON-MARRING OVERSHOE Your tool is equipped with a protective plastic overshoe that protects finer surfaces. splinter insert in the blade opening of the footplate (Fig. 7). Note: This insert will only work with blades that have ground sides such as T301CD, T101B, T101D, and T101DP. To attach, hook overshoe over front of metal footplate and snap into place at rear of footplate (Fig. 6).
BM 1609P07165 08-11:BM 1609P07165 08-11 8/10/11 8:58 AM Page 10 BLADE ORBIT SELECTOR LEVER Maximum cutting efficiency can be obtained by adjusting the blade orbit selector lever to suit the material being cut. The following chart will help you determine which setting to use for your application. This chart is intended as a guideline only, and test cuts in scrap material should be performed first to determine the best setting. Setting O Hard materials such as metals or thin sheet metals.
BM 1609P07165 08-11:BM 1609P07165 08-11 8/10/11 8:58 AM Page 11 Choose blades carefully, as the ability of the jigsaw to follow curves, provide smoother finishes, or faster cutting is directly related to the type of blade used (See your Bosch Dealer). For tight curves it is best to use a narrow or scroll blade. When sawing metal or similar materials, shut off chip blower and apply coolant/lubricant alongside the cutting line.
BM 1609P07165 08-11:BM 1609P07165 08-11 8/10/11 8:58 AM Page 12 CIRCLE CUTTING 1. Before attaching the guide, draw a circle and predrill a 3/16” (5 mm) center hole in workpiece. 2. Drill or plunge cut near the circles edge, turn saw off and disconnect the plug from power source. 3. Attach guide to saw with edge guide facing down as shown (Fig. 12). 4. Remove guide pin from end of guide, push pin through hole provided in guide, then into center hole of workpiece. 5.
BM 1609P07165 08-11:BM 1609P07165 08-11 8/10/11 8:58 AM Page 13 Extension Cords If an extension cord is RECOMMENDED SIZES OF EXTENSION CORDS 120 VOLT ALTERNATING CURRENT TOOLS ! WARNING necessary, a cord with adequate size conductors that is capable of carrying the current necessary for your tool must be used. This will prevent excessive voltage drop, loss of power or overheating. Grounded tools must use 3-wire extension cords that have 3-prong plugs and receptacles.
