CMES610 - Saw Craftsman - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL CMES610 Craftsman

English (original instructions) 1

Definitions: Safety Alert Symbols and Words

This instruction manual uses the following safety alert symbols and words to alert you to hazardous situations and your risk of personal injury or property damage.

D. IGER: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.

WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

CAITION: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.

(Land without word) Indicates a safety related message.

NOTICE: Indicates a practice not related to personal injury which, if not avoided, may result in property damage.

COMPONENTS

1 Variable speed switch
2 Lock-on button
3 Saw blade locking lever
4 Jig saw blade (not pictured)
5 Shoe
6 Main handle/grasping surface
7 Versatrack hang loop
8 Orbital action dial

WARNING: Read all safety warnings and all
Instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.
WARNING: Never modify the product or any part of it.
Usage or personal injury could result.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, read the instruction manual.

If you have any questions or comments about this or any product, call CRAFTSMAN toll free at: 1-888-331-4569.

5A Variable Speed Orbital Jig Saw CMES610

GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS

WARNING: Read all safety warnings, instructions, illustrations and specifications provided with this power tool. Failure to follow all instructions listed below 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.

1) Work Area Safety

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 flammable 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. Unmodified 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.
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 ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) protected supply. Use of a GFCI reduces the risk of electric shock.

3) Personal Safety

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 influence 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 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 off position before connecting to power source and/or battery pack, picking up or carrying the tool. Carrying power tools with your finger on the switch or energizing 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 jewelry. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry 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 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 and/ or remove the battery, pack if detachable, 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.
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 affect 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 different 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.

5) Service

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

Jig Saw SafetyWarnings

• Hold power 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.
• Use clamps or another practical way to secure and support the workpiece to a stable platform. Holding the work by hand or against your body leaves it unstable and may lead to loss of control.
• Keep hands away from cutting area. Never reach underneath the material for any reason. Hold front of saw by grasping the contoured gripping area. Do not insert fingers or thumb into the vicinity of the reciprocating blade and blade clamp. Do not stabilize the saw by gripping the shoe.
• Keep blades sharp. Dull blades may cause the saw to swerve or stall under pressure.
• Use extra caution when cutting overhead and pay particular attention to overhead wires which may be hidden from view. Anticipate the path of falling branches and debris ahead of time.
• When cutting pipe or conduit ensure that they are free from water, electrical wiring, etc.

Additional Safety Information

WARNING: ALWAYS use safety glasses. Everyday glasses are NOT safety glasses. Also use face or dust mask if cutting operation is dusty. ALWAYS WEAR CERTIFIED SAFETY EQUIPMENT:

ANSI Z87.1 eye protection (CAN/CSA Z94.3)
ANSI S12.6 (S3.19) hearing protection,
- NIOSH/OSHA/MSHA respiratory protection.

WARNING: Some dust created by power sanding, grinding, drilling, and other construction activities contains 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 and other masonry products, and
• 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.

• Avoid prolonged contact with dust from power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction activities. Wear protective clothing and wash exposed areas with soap and water. Allowing dust to get into your mouth, eyes, or lay on the skin may promote absorption of harmful chemicals.

WARNING: Use of this tool can generate and/ or disperse dust, which may cause serious and permanent respiratory or other injury. Always use NIOSH/OSHA approved respiratory protection appropriate for the dust exposure. Direct particles away from face and body.

WARNING: Always wear proper personal hearing protection that conforms to ANSI S12.6 (S3.19)

during use. Under some conditions and duration of use, noise from this product may contribute to hearing loss.

Air vents often cover moving parts and should be avoided. Loose clothes, jewelry or long hair can be caught in moving parts.
- An extension cord must have adequate wire size (AWG or American Wire Gauge) for safety. The smaller the gauge number of the wire, the greater the capacity of the cable, that is, 16 gauge has more capacity than 18 gauge. An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of power and overheating. When using more than one extension to make up the total length, be sure each individual extension contains at least the minimum wire size. The following table shows the correct size to use depending on cord length and nameplate ampere rating. If in doubt, use the next heavier gauge. The lower the gauge number, the heavier the cord.

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Minimum Gauge for Cord Sets

Volts		Total Length of Cord in Feet(meters)
120 V 25 (7.6)		50 (15.2)	100 (30.5)	150 (45.7)
240 V 50 (15.2)		100 (30.5)	200 (61.0)	300 (91.4)
Ampere Rating		American Wire Gauge
More Than	Not More Than
0 6 18	16 16 14
6 10 18	16 14 12
10 12 16	16 14 12
12 16 14	12 Not Recommended

The label on your tool may include the following symbols. The symbols and their definitions are as follows:

V volts

Hz.....hertz

min.........minutes

• or DC....direct current

Class I Construction (grounded)

..min...per minute

BPM... .beats per minute

IPM............impacts per minute

RPM... revolutionspers minute

sfpm surface feet per minute

SPM . . . strokes per minute

OPM. oscillations per minute

A. amperes

W.....watts

or AC....alternating current

or AC/DC...alternatingordirect current

Classll Construction (double insulated)

no .no load speed n .rated speed

...earthing terminal

A............safety alert symbol

A visible radiation

avoid staring at light

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE USE

...wearrespiratory

protection

weareye

protection

O............wearhearing protection

......readall documentation

..min or ..min-1.Revolutionsor Reciprocations per minute

1. .twophase alternating current

2N ...twophase alternating current with neutral

3threephase alternating current

3N threephase alternating current with neutral

rated current of the appropriate fuselink in amperes

time-logminiature fuse-link where X is the symbol for the time/current characteristic, as given in IEC 60127-3

IPXX .IPsymbol

Motor

Be sure your power supply agrees with the nameplate marking. Voltage decrease of more than 10% will cause loss of power and overheating. These tools are factory tested; if this tool does not operate, check power supply.

Intended Use

This jig saw is designed for household applications.

DO NOT use under wet conditions or in presence of flammable liquids or gases.

DO NOT let children come into contact with the tool. Supervision is required when inexperienced operators use this tool.

ASSEMBLY AND ADJUSTMENTS

WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal injury, turn unit off and disconnect it from power source before making any adjustments or removing/installing attachments or accessories.

An accidental start-up can cause injury.

WARNING: Laceration Hazard. Before attempting any following operations, make sure that the tool is switched off and unplugged and that the saw blade has stopped. Used saw blades can be hot.

Blade Installation (Fig. B)

1. Push the saw blade locking lever 3 upward.
2. With teeth facing forward, insert the shank of the saw blade into the blade holder as far as it will go.
3. Release the lever.
4. Check to ensure blade is secure before cutting.

Adjusting the Shoe for Bevel Cuts (Fig. A, C, D)

WARNING: Never use the tool when the shoe is loose.

The shoe can be set to a left or right bevel angle up to 45^ .

1. Turn saw upside down. Use a screwdriver to loosen the clamping screw 9 and clamp plate 10.

2. Slide the shoe 5 forward and rotate left or right to the required angle.

3. Slide the shoe backward so the shoe plate keyways engage the two lock posts on the tool.

4. Tighten clamping screw and clamp plate with its beveled side towards the tool.

OPERATION

WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal injury, turn unit off and disconnect it from power source before making any adjustments or removing/installing attachments or accessories. An accidental start-up can cause injury.

Proper Hand Position (Fig. E)

WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal injury, AYs use proper hand position as shown.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal injury, ALWAYS hold securely in anticipation of a sudden reaction.

Proper hand position requires one hand on the main handle 6.

Switching On and Off (Fig. F)

• To switch the tool on, depress the variable speed switch 1. The tool speed depends on how far you depress the switch.
• For continuous operation, press the lock-on button 2 and release the variable speed switch. This option is available only at full speed.
• To switch the tool off, release the variable speed switch.
  To switch the tool off when in continuous operation, press the variable speed switch once more and release it.

CAUTION: Check that the tool is not locked on before contacting it to a power supply. If the trigger switch is locked on when the tool is connected to the power supply, it will start immediately. Damage to your tool or personal injury may result.

Fig. F

Cutting Action

Orbital or Straight (Fig. G)

This jig saw is equipped with four cutting actions, three orbital and one straight. Orbital action has a more aggressive blade motion and is designed for cutting in soft materials like wood or plastic. Orbital action provides a faster cut, but with a less smooth cut across the material. In orbital

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action, the blade moves forward during the cutting stroke in addition to the up and down motion.

NOTE: Metal or hardwoods should never be cut in orbital action.

To Adjust the Cutting Action

• Move the orbital action dial 8 between the four cutting positions: 1, 2, 3 and 4. Position 1 is straight cutting. Positions 2, 3, and 4 are orbital cutting.
• The aggressiveness of the cut increases as the lever is adjusted from one to four, with four being the most aggressive cut.

Fig. G

Cutting

Different blade lengths are available. Use the appropriate blade for the application. The blade should be longer than 112 (38 mm) and should extend past the shoe and the thickness of the workpiece throughout the cut.

TOOL SPECIFICATIONS

Maximum cutting depth 3 / 4'' (19 mm)

Strokes per minute 0-3000

Hints for Optimum Use

Tips for General Usage

• Use a high speed for wood, a medium speed for aluminum and PVC and a low speed for metals other than aluminum.

Tips for Sawing Laminates

• As the saw blade cuts on the upward stroke, splintering may occur on the surface closest to the shoe plate.
• Use a fine-tooth saw blade.
• Saw from the back surface of the workpiece.
• To minimize splintering, clamp a piece of scrap wood or hardboard to both sides of the workpiece and saw through this sandwich.

Tips for Sawing Metal

• Be aware that sawing metal takes much more time than sawing wood.

• Use a saw blade suitable for sawing metal.

• When cutting thin metal, clamp a piece of scrap wood to the back surface of the workpiece and cut through this sandwich.

• Spread a film of oil along the intended line of cut for easier operation and longer blade life. For cutting aluminum, kerosene is preferred.

Pocket Cutting (Fig. H, I)

A pocket cut is an easy method of making an inside cut. The saw can be inserted directly into a panel or board without first drilling a lead or pilot hole.

1. In pocket cutting, measure the surface to be cut and mark clearly with a pencil.
2. Next tip the saw forward until the front end of the shoe 5 sits firmly on the work surface and the blade clears the work through its full stroke.
3. Switch the tool on and allow it to attain maximum speed.
4. Grip the saw firmly and lower the back edge of tool slowly until the blade reaches its complete depth.
5. Hold the shoe flat against the wood and begin cutting. Do not remove blade from cut while it is still moving. Blade must come to a complete stop.

Fig. H

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MAINTENANCE

WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal injury, turn unit off and disconnect it from power source before making any adjustments or removing/installing attachments or accessories.

An accidental start-up can cause injury.

Accessories

WARNING: Since accessories, other than those used by CRAFTSMAN, have not been tested with this product, use of such accessories with this tool could be hazardous. To reduce the risk of injury, only CRAFTSMAN recommended accessories should be used with this product.

Recommended accessories for use with your tool are available at extra cost from your local dealer or authorized service center. If you need assistance in locating any accessory, please contact CRAFTSMAN, call 1-888-331-4569.

VersatrackTM (Fig. J)

WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal injury, turn unit off and disconnect it from power source before making any adjustments or removing/installing attachments or accessories.

An accidental start-up can cause injury.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal injury, do not use a damaged VersatrackTM peg hook or VersatrackTM Trackwall. A damaged VersatrackTM peg hook or VersatrackTM Trackwall will not support the weight of the tool.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal injury, DO NOT suspend tool overhead or suspend objects from the peg hook. ONLY suspend tool on the Versatrack™ Trackwall using the peg hook.

WARNING: Ensure that the tool weight does not exceed the maximum rated weight for the selected VersatrackTM hook.

WARNING: When hanging objects on a Versatrack™ trackwall rail, adequately space the tools in order to not exceed 75 lb (35 kg) per linear foot.

IMPORTANT: Versatrack™ accessories mount compatible tools securely to the Versatrack™ Trackwall system.

1. Turn tool off, disconnect it from power source and remove accessories.

CANTION: Any product with exposed cutting teeth have them covered securely if it is to be on the VersatrackTM Trackwall.

1. Mount the peg hook 12 to the Versatrack™ Trackwall.
2. Slide the tool loop 7 onto the peg hook on the tool. NOTE: Versatrack™ accessories for use with your tool are available at extra cost from your local dealer or authorized service center. If you need assistance in locating any accessory, please contact CRAFTSMAN, call 1-888-331-4569. Fig. J

Repairs

WARNING: To assure product SAFETY and BILITIES, repairs, maintenance and adjustment (including power cord repairs, and brush inspection and replacement, when applicable) should be performed by a CRAFTSMAN factory service center or a CRAFTSMAN authorized service center. Always use identical replacement parts.

Cleaning

WARNING: Blow dirt and dust out of all air vents with dry air at least once a week. To minimize the risk of eye injury, always wear ANSI Z87.1 approved eye protection when performing this.

WARNING: Never use solvents or other harsh chemicals for cleaning the non-metallic parts of the tool. These chemicals may weaken the plastic materials used in these parts. Use a cloth dampened only with water and mild soap. Never let any liquid get inside the tool; never immerse any part of the tool into a liquid.

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Three Year Limited Warranty

CRAFTSMAN will repair or replace, without charge, any defects due to faulty materials or workmanship for three years from the date of purchase. This warranty does not cover part failure due to normal wear or tool abuse. For further detail of warranty coverage and warranty repair information, visit www.craftsman.com or call

1-888-331-4569. This warranty does not apply to accessories or damage caused where repairs have been made or attempted by others. THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS GIVEN IN LIEU OF ALL OTHERS, INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND EXCLUDING ALL INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts or the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so these limitations may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have other rights which vary in certain states or provinces.

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90 DAY MONEY BACK GUARANTEE

If you are not completely satisfied with the performance of your CRAFTSMAN Power Tool or Nailer for any reason, you can return it within 90 days from the date of purchase with a receipt for a full refund - no questions asked.

LATIN AMERICA: This warranty does not apply to products sold in Latin America. For products sold in Latin America, see country specific warranty information contained in the packaging, call the local company or see website for warranty information.

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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

BE SURE TO FOLLOW SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS

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PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION

Unit will not start. Cord not plugged in. Plug tool into a working outlet.

Circuit fuse is blown. Replace circuit fuse. (If the product repeatedly causes the circuit fuse to blow, discontinue use immediately and have it serviced at an authorized service center.)

Circuit breaker is tripped. Reset circuit breaker. (If the product repeatedly causes the circuit fuse to blow, discontinue use immediately and have it serviced at an authorized service center.)

Cord or switch is damaged. Have cord or switch replaced at an authorized service center.

REEMPLACEMENT Gratisuit DES ETIQUETTES

PROBLEM CAUSE POSSIBLE SOLUTION POSSIBLE

PROBLEMA CAUSA POSIBLE SOLUCION POSIBLE