Harbor Freight Tools 46055 User's Manual
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1. CE ANY PARTS OF THE PRODUCT IN FACT THE MANUFACTURER AND OR DISTRIBUTOR EXPRESSLY STATES THAT ALL REPAIRS AND PARTS REPLACEMENTS SHOULD BE UNDERTAKEN BY CERTIFIED AND LICENSED TECHNICIANS AND NOT BY THE BUYER THE BUYER ASSUMES ALL RISK AND LIABILITY ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER REPAIRS TO THE ORIGINAL PRODUCT OR REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO OR ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER INSTALLATION OF REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO NOTE Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only and are not available individually as replacement parts SKU 46055 Page 12 Assembly Drawing Page 13 SKU 460552. CHICAGO 3X iia Power Tools VARIABLE SPEED JIGSAW Model 46055 ASSEMBLY and OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS pe AE ios TOOLS mki 3491 Mission Oaks Blvd Camarillo CA 93011 Visit our Web site at http www harborfreight com TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE Copyright 2001 2004 by Harbor Freight Tools All rights reserved No portion of this manual or any artwork contained herein may be reproduced in any shape or form without the express written consent of Harbor Freight Tools For technical questions and replacement parts please call 1 800 444 3353 Specifications Double Insulated Motor 3 5 Amps 120 V 60 Hz Single Phase Variable Soeed Range 500 3000 SPM Six Speed Settings Maximum Cutting Depth 2 1 8 inch UL LISTED 18 Gauge Two Prong E194601 Includes 6 TPI and 24 TPI Blades and Tiltable Base TPI Teeth per Inch This Jigsaw uses Universal U Shank Blades Replacement Blade ITEM 02713 14 Pc Jigsaw Blade Set Save This Manual You will need the manual for the safety warnings and precautions assembly instructions operating and maintenance procedures parts list and diagram Keep your invoice with this manual Write the invoice number on the inside of the front cover Keep the manual and invoice in a safe and dry place for future reference General Safety Rules Z WARNING READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS Failure to fol
3. Check the blade prior to each use If the blade is bent or has broken teeth replace Blades are available at Harbor Freight Tools 4 If there is a noticeable loss in performance the brush may be worn and in need of replacement Have an authorized service technician replace the brush WARNING Some dust created by power sanding sawing grinding drilling and other construction activities contain chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm Some examples of these chemicals are Lead from lead based paints Crystalline silica from bricks and cement or other masonry products Arsenic and chromium from chemically treated lumber California Health amp Safety Code 25249 5 et sed SKU 46055 Page 11 Parts List Description Part No Description Speed Control Slide Holder 2 Swith id S lide Ro 4 Right Housing 21 Blade Clamp Screw Guard Power Gord 25 Bottom Board 9 Stator S286 Square Nut Left Housing Brush Holder w Carbon Brush Nameplate 12 Rotor Washer Board Spring Washer Screw Hex Spanner 16 Gear 17 GuideCase CCC PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY THE MANUFACTURER AND OR DISTRIBUTOR HAS PROVIDED THE PARTS DIAGRAM IN THIS MANUAL AS A REFERENCE TOOL ONLY NEITHER THE MANUFACTURER NOR DISTRIBUTOR MAKES ANY REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY OF ANY KIND TO THE BUYER THAT HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED TO MAKE ANY REPAIRS TO THE PRODUCT OR THAT HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED TO REPLA
4. If you are using an extension cord outdoors make sure it is marked with the suffix W A W in Canada to indicate it is acceptable for outdoor use T Make sure your extension cord is properly wired and in good electrical condition Always replace a damaged extension cord or have it repaired by a qualified electrician before using it 8 Protect your extension cords from sharp objects excessive heat and damp or wet areas REQUIRED MINIMUM EXTENSION CORD GAUGE 110 VOLT NAMEPLATE EXTENSION CORD LENGTH AMPERES At Full Load 0 25 FT 25 50 FT 50 100 FT 100 150 FT FIGURE C SKU 46055 Page 7 SYMBOLOGY Double Insulated Canadian Standards Association Q Underwriters Laboratories Inc Volts Alternating Current A fmm no No Load Revolutions xxxx min per Minute RPM Unpacking When unpacking check to make sure the parts listed on page 12 are included If any parts are missing or broken please call Harbor Freight Tools at the number on the cover of this manual as soon as possible Blade Mounting Warning Never attempt to mount a blade unless the Jigsaw is unplugged from the power Source 1 Loosen the Bolt on the Blade Clamp 21 with the Hex Spanner 32 Refer to Figure 1 igure 2 Insert the end with holes of the Blade between the j Blade Stock and the Blade Clamp Hold the Blade level while tightening the Bolt with the Hex Spanner 32 ew a Note To remove a Blade
5. aker could cause interference or failure of the pacemaker GROUNDING A WARNING Improperly connecting the grounding wire can result in the risk of electric shock Check with a qualified electrician if you are in doubt as to whether the outlet is properly grounded Do not modify the power cord plug provided with the tool Never remove the grounding prong from the plug Do not use the tool if the power cord or plug is damaged If damaged have it repaired by a service facility before use If the plug will not fit the outlet have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician GROUNDED TOOLS TOOLS WITH THREE PRONG PLUGS 1 Tools marked with Grounding Required have a three wire cord and three prong grounding plug The plug must be connected to a properly grounded outlet If the tool should electrically malfunction or break down grounding provides a low resistance path to carry electricity away from the user reducing the risk of electric shock See Figure A next page 2 The grounding prong in the plug is connected through the green wire inside the cord to the grounding system in the tool The green wire in the cord must be the only wire connected to the tool s grounding system and must never be attached to an electrically live terminal See Figure A SKU 46055 Page 5 Continued on page 6 3 Your tool must be plugged into an appropriate outlet properly installed and grounded in accordance with all codes and or
6. ch is off before plugging in Carrying power tools with your finger on the Power Switch or plugging in power tools with the Power Switch on invites accidents Remove adjusting keys or wrenches before turning the power tool on A wrench or a key that is left attached to a rotating part of the power 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 power tool in unexpected situations Use safety equipment Always wear eye protection Dust mask nonskid safety shoes hard hat or hearing protection must also be used for appropriate conditions SKU 46055 Page 3 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 20 Tool Use and Care Use clamps not included or other practical ways to secure and support 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 the tool Use the correct tool for your application The correct tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it is designed Do not use the power tool if the Power Switch does not turn it on or off Any tool that cannot be controlled with the Power Switch is dangerous and must be replaced Disconnect the Power Cord Plug from the power source before making any adjustments changing accessories or storing the tool Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of start
7. dinances The plug and outlet should look like those in the following illustration See Figure A FIGURE A DOUBLE INSULATED TOOLS TOOLS WITH TWO PRONG PLUGS 4 Tools marked Double Insulated do not require grounding They have a special double insulation system which satisfies OSHA requirements and complies with the applicable standards of Underwriters Laboratories Inc the Canadian Standard Association and the National Electrical Code See Figure B 5 Double insulated tools may be used in either of the 120 volt outlets shown in the following illustration See Figure B FIGURE B SKU 46055 Page 6 EXTENSION CORDS 1 Grounded tools require a three wire extension cord 2 As the distance from the supply outlet increases you must use a heavier gauge extension cord Using extension cords with inadequately sized wire causes a serious drop in voltage resulting in loss of power and possible tool damage See Figure C 3 The smaller the gauge number of the wire the greater the capacity of the cord For example a 14 gauge cord can carry a higher current than a 16 gauge cord See Figure C 4 If using more than one extension cord to make up the total length make sure each cord contains at least the minimum wire size required See Figure C 5 If you are using one extension cord for more than one tool add the nameplate amperes and use the sum to determine the required minimum cord size See Figure C 6
8. ee Figure 4 Figure 4 Note After loosening the bolt tilt the base and use the numbered gradient gauge on the housing of the saw for an accurate angle Tighten bolt 6 By loosening the same bolt as in Figure 4 you can slide the base back for cutting the front plane of a workpiece See Figure 5 mi l AER 7 To plug cut into a workpiece that hasn t been pre drilled Figure 6 rest the rear of the base on the workpiece with the blade not touching the surface Start the tool and very slowly lower the blade into the workpiece until the saw sits level Then move the tool forward to cut Hold Saw firmly and beware of kickback See Figure 6 SKU 46055 Page 10 Operation continued 8 When cutting metal use a nail and score the cutting line prior to cutting so that the blade will stay on a straight course Metal heats up quickly when cutting due to blade friction To avoid ruining your blade Figure 7 and insure a clean cut use cutting oil not included as a cooling agent Apply a few drops where the blade meets the workpiece as shown in Figure 7 Continue to keep the area lubricated throughout the operation cutting ot Maintenance Warning Before doing any maintenance on the Jigsaw make sure it is unplugged from the power source and the switch is off 1 After each use blow out the saw with compressed air 2 Wipe the saw clean with a soft damp cloth Do not use abrasives or solvent to clean saw 3
9. ing the tool accidentally Store idle tools out of 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 a sharp cutting edge are less likely to bind and are easier to control Do not use a damaged tool Tag damaged tools Do not use until repaired 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 Service Tool service must be performed only by qualified repair personnel Service or maintenance performed by unqualified personnel could result in a risk of injury When servicing a tool use only identical replacement parts Follow instructions in the Maintenance section of this manual Use of unauthorized parts or failure to follow maintenance instructions may create a risk of electric shock or injury Note Performance of this tool if powered by line voltage may vary depending on variations in local line voltage Extension cord usage may also affect tool performance Warning The warnings cautions and instructions discussed in this inst
10. loosen the Bolt and remove Blade SKU 46055 Page 8 Blade Mounting Continued 3 The Ball or guide must be positioned before use See Figure 2 4 Using the Hex Spanner 32 loosen the Bolt on the bottom plate Refer to Figure 2 5 Slide the positioner so that the Ball is touching the blade Make sure you are working with a straight blade Note If you are cutting synthetic plate or metal use a little cutting oil between the Blade and the Ball More on cutting metal on page 11 Figure 2 Operation 1 Before plugging in Saw make sure the Switch 2 operates without sticking It must spring back to the original position once depressed Note Rotate the Speed Control Switch 1 from 0 6 to increase the speed of the blade Note Make sure your workpiece is securely fastened down 2 Draw a cutting line on your workpiece 3 Plug in the Saw and turn it on Wait until the blade achieves maximum speed 4 Rest the bottom base of the Saw on the workpiece and move the blade forward Do not push hard Let the saw work at its own rate Do not force the blade See Figure 3 Figure 3 bottom base Note Make sure the bottom base is level with the workpiece or the blade could break SKU 46055 Page 9 Operation continued Note Unplug tool before making adjustments 5 Your Jigsaw can be adjusted from zero degrees to forty five degrees for miter cuts by loosening the bolt on the bottom of the base with the Hex Spanner 32 S
11. low all instructions listed below may result in electric shock fire and or serious injury SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Work Area 1 Keep your work area clean and well lit Cluttered benches and dark areas invite accidents 2 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 3 Keep bystanders children and visitors away while operating a power tool Distractions can cause you to lose control Protect others in the work area from debris such as chips and sparks Provide barriers or shields as needed Electrical Safety 4 Grounded tools must be plugged into an outlet properly installed and grounded in accordance with all codes and ordinances Never remove the grounding prong or modify the plug in any way Do not use any adapter plugs Check with a qualified electrician if you are in doubt as to whether the outlet is properly grounded If the tools should electrically malfunction or break down grounding provides a low resistance path to carry electricity away from the user SKU 46055 Page 2 REV 02 05 10 11 12 13 14 15 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 ins
12. ruction manual cannot cover all possible conditions and situations that may occur It must be understood by the operator that common sense and caution are factors which cannot be built into this product but must be supplied by the operator SKU 46055 Page 4 Jigsaw Specific Safety Rules 1 Hold the tool by insulated gripping surfaces when performing an operation where the cutting tool may contact hidden wiring or its own cord Contact with a live wire will make exposed metal parts of the tool live and shock the operator 2 WARNING Some dust created by power sanding sawing grinding drilling and other construction activities contain chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm Some examples of these chemicals are lead from lead based paints crystalline silica from bricks and cement or other masonry products arsenic and chromium from chemically treated lumber Your risk from these exposures varies depending on how often you do this type of work To reduce your exposure to these chemicals work in a well ventilated area and work with approved safety equipment such as those dust masks that are specially designed to filter out microscopic particles California Health amp Safety Code 25249 5 et seq 3 WARNING People with pacemakers should consult their physician s before using this product Operation of electrical equipment in close proximity to a heart pacem
13. tall a polarized outlet Do not change the plug in any way Double insulation O 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 grounded Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of electric shock Do not abuse the Power Cord Never use the Power Cord to carry the tools or pull the Plug from an outlet Keep the Power Cord away from heat oil sharp edges or moving parts Replace damaged Power Cords immediately Damaged Power Cords increase the risk of electric shock When operating a power tool outside use an outdoor extension cord marked W A or W These extension 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 a power 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 the Power Swit
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