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USER MANUAL 4531 GA SKIL

EU Declaration of conformity Jig saw Article number We declare under our sole responsibility that the stated products comply with all applicable provisions of the directives and regulations listed below and are in conformity with the following standards. Technical le at:

c) Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of electric shock. d) Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for carrying, pulling or unplugging the power tool. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts. Damaged or entangled cords increase the risk of electric shock. e) When operating a power tool outdoors, use an extension cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock. f) If operating a power tool in a damp location is unavoidable, use a residual current device (RCD) protected supply. Use of an RCD reduces the risk of electric shock.

a) Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a power tool. Do not use a power tool while you are tired or under the inuence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury. b) Use personal protective equipment. Always wear eye protection. Protective equipment such as a dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection used for appropriate conditions will reduce personal injuries. c) Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is in the o-position before connecting to power source and/or battery pack, picking up or carrying the tool. Carrying power tools with your nger on the switch or energising power tools that have the switch on invites accidents. d) Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning the power tool on. A wrench or a key left attached to a rotating part of the power tool may result in personal injury. e) Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. This enables better control of the power tool in unexpected situations. f) Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery. Keep your hair and clothing away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewellery or long hair can be caught in moving parts. g) If devices are provided for the connection of dust extraction and collection facilities, ensure these are connected and properly used. Use of dust collection can reduce dust-related hazards. h) Do not let familiarity gained from frequent use of tools allow you to become complacent and ignore tool safety principles. A careless action can cause severe injury within a fraction of a second.

4) POWER TOOL USE AND CARE

a) Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power tool for your application. The correct power tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed. b) Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn it on and o. Any power tool that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired. c) Disconnect the plug from the power source and/ or remove the battery pack, if detachable, from

Jig saw 4531 INTRODUCTION

• This tool is intended for making cut-throughs and cut- outs in wood, plastic, metal, ceramic plates and rubber, and is suitable for straight and curved cuts with mitre angles to 45°

• This tool is not intended for professional use

• Read and save this instruction manual

A Switch for on/o and speed control B Button for switch locking C Wheel for adjusting sawing speed D Switch for dust blowing E Vacuum cleaner adapter F Lever for selecting sawing mode G Ventilation slots H Blade clamp J LED-light K Set screw L Lock screw M Lever for adjusting footplate SAFETY

GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS

- WARNING Read all safety warnings, instructions, illustrations and specications provided with this power tool. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, re 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.

a) Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents. b) Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of ammable liquids, gases or dust. Power tools create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes. c) Keep children and bystanders away while operating a power tool. Distractions can cause you to lose control.

2) ELECTRICAL SAFETY

a) Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never modify the plug in any way. Do not use any adapter plugs with earthed (grounded) power tools. Unmodied plugs and matching outlets will reduce risk of electric shock. b) Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces such as pipes, radiators, ranges and refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is earthed or grounded.12 mask and work with a dust extraction device when connectable

• Follow the dust-related national requirements for the materials you want to work with

• Use completely unrolled and safe extension cords with a capacity of 16 Amps (U.K. 13 Amps)

• Always disconnect plug from power source before making any adjustment or changing any accessory BEFORE USE

• Remove all obstacles on top of as well as underneath the cutting path before you start cutting

• Avoid damage that can be caused by screws, nails and other elements in your workpiece; remove them before you start working DURING USE

• Always keep the cord away from moving parts of the tool; direct the cord to the rear, away from the tool

• If the cord is damaged or cut through while working, do not touch the cord, but immediately disconnect the plug

• Never use the tool when the cord is damaged; it must be replaced by a specially prepared cord available through the service organization.

• In case of electrical or mechanical malfunction, immediately switch o the tool and disconnect the plug

• Keep hands away from the saw blade while the tool is in use ACCESSORIES

• SKIL can assure awless functioning of the tool only when original accessories are used

• Do not use a saw blade which is cracked, deformed or dull AFTER USE

• When you put away the tool, switch o the motor and ensure that all moving parts have come to a complete standstill

Read the instruction manual before use

Double insulation (no earth wire required)

Do not dispose of electric tools and batteries together with household waste material WHEN CONNECTING NEW 3-PIN PLUG (U.K. ONLY):

• Do not connect the blue (= neutral) or brown (= live) wire in the cord of this tool to the earth terminal of the plug

• If for any reason the old plug is cut o the cord of this tool, it must be disposed of safely and not left unattended USE

• Switch locking for continuous use

! insert blade to full depth with teeth facing forward

- tool accepts most commonly available T-shank and U-shank blades

• Adjusting sawing speed to material used

- if the tool does not run with wheel C in position 1, select a higher sawing speed and lower the sawing speed while the tool runs

- connect vacuum cleaner adapter E to foot - connect vacuum cleaner hose to vacuum cleaner adapter E ! do not use vacuum cleaner when cutting metal 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. d) Store idle power tools out of the reach of children and do not allow persons unfamiliar with the power tool or these instructions to operate the power tool. Power tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users. e) Maintain power tools and accessories. Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts and any other condition that may aect the power tool’s operation. If damaged, have the power tool repaired before use. Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained power tools. f) Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control. g) Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc., in accordance with these instructions, taking into account the working conditions and the work to be performed. Use of the power tool for operations dierent from those intended could result in a hazardous situation. h) Keep handles and grasping surfaces dry, clean and free from oil and grease. Slippery handles and grasping surfaces do not allow for safe handling and control of the tool in unexpected situations.

a) Have your power tool serviced by a qualied repair person using only identical replacement parts. This will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR JIG SAWS

• Hold the power tool by insulated gripping surfaces, when performing an operation where the cutting accessory may contact hidden wiring or its own cord (cutting accessory contacting a “live” wire may make exposed metal parts of the power tool “live” and could give the operator an electric shock)

• Use clamps or another practical way to secure and support the workpiece to a stable platform (holding the workpiece by hand or against your body leaves it unstable and may lead to loss of control) GENERAL

• Always check that the supply voltage is the same as the voltage indicated on the nameplate of the tool

• Do not work materials containing asbestos (asbestos is considered carcinogenic)

• This tool should not be used by people under the age of 16 years

• The noise level when working can exceed 85 dB(A); wear ear protection

• Wear protective goggles when working with materials which produce chips

• Dust from material such as paint containing lead, some wood species, minerals and metal may be harmful (contact with or inhalation of the dust may cause allergic reactions and/or respiratory diseases to the operator or bystanders); wear a dust mask and work with a dust extraction device when connectable

• Certain kinds of dust are classied as carcinogenic (such as oak and beech dust) especially in conjunction with additives for wood conditioning; wear a dust13 be carried out by an after-sales service centre for SKIL power tools - send the tool undismantled together with proof of purchase to your dealer or the nearest SKIL service station (addresses as well as the service diagram of the tool are listed on www.skil.com)

• Be aware that damage due to overload or improper handling of the tool will be excluded from the warranty (for the SKIL warranty conditions see www.skil.com or ask your dealer) ENVIRONMENT

• Do not dispose of electric tools, batteries, accessories and packaging together with household waste material (only for EU countries) - in observance of European Directive 2012/19/EC on waste of electric and electronic equipment and its implementation in accordance with national law, electric tools that have reached the end of their life must be collected separately and returned to an environmentally compatible recycling facility - symbol

will remind you of this when the need for disposing occurs NOISE / VIBRATION

• Measured in accordance with EN 62841 the sound pressure level of this tool is 82.0 dB(A) and the sound power level 93.0 dB(A) (uncertainty K = 5 dB), and the vibration ✱ (triax vector sum; uncertainty K = 1.5 m/s²) ✱ cutting board 5.5 m/s² ✱ cutting sheet metal 5.6 m/s²

• The vibration emission level has been measured in accordance with a standardised test given in EN 62841; it may be used to compare one tool with another and as a preliminary assessment of exposure to vibration when using the tool for the applications mentioned - using the tool for dierent applications, or with dierent or poorly maintained accessories, may signicantly increase the exposure level - the times when the tool is switched o or when it is running but not actually doing the job, may signicantly reduce the exposure level ! protect yourself against the eects of vibration by maintaining the tool and its accessories, keeping your hands warm, and organizing your work patterns

• Switch for dust blowing D

• Selecting sawing mode

for adjusting the orbital action from accurate cutting (= 0) to fast cutting (= 3) - 1 setting (“0”) for accurate cutting in all materials, straight + curved - 3 settings for fast cutting in dierent materials, straight cuts only 1 = metal 2 = plastic 3 = hard wood ! always select “0” when sawing splinter-sensitive material

• Operating the tool - before switching on the tool, ensure that front end of footplate rests at on the workpiece - hold tool rmly with both hands, so you will have full control of the tool at all times ! while working, always hold the tool at the grey- coloured grip area(s)

- ensure that complete surface of footplate rests rmly on the workpiece ! ensure that the blade has come to a complete standstill, before you lift the tool from the workpiece - keep ventilation slots G

uncovered APPLICATION ADVICE

• Use the appropriate saw blades

! tool accepts most commonly available T-shank and U-shank blades

• When cutting metals, lubricate saw blade regularly with oil

• For an accurate straight cut, guide tool with footplate along the edge of a straight piece of wood

• Pre-drill a hole before making cut-outs

• Splinter-free cutting - cover cutting-line with several layers of wide tape before cutting - always face the good side of the workpiece down

• For more information see www.skil.com MAINTENANCE / SERVICE

• This tool is not intended for professional use

• Always keep tool and cord clean (especially ventilation slots G

! disconnect the plug before cleaning

• If lever M loosens during use, set the tightness of lever

- place lever M in middle position - loosen lock screw L with PH2 screw driver counter clockwise - tighten set screw K nger tight with Allen key 4mm counter clockwise ! set screw K uses left hand thread - tighten lock screw L with PH2 screw driver clockwise - tighten lever M