FCJ 55VA - Uncategorized HITACHI - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Jigsaw
Brand	Hitachi
Model	FCJ 55VA
Power Input	400 W
Voltage	110-240 V ~ (depending on region)
No-Load Speed	0 - 3,000 /min (variable with trigger)
Stroke Length	18 mm
Max Cutting Depth in Wood	55 mm
Max Cutting Depth in Mild Steel	3 mm
Min Cutting Radius	25 mm
Weight (without cord)	1.4 kg
Variable Speed Trigger	Yes (with dial lock for continuous operation)
Blade Type	Universal T-shank (accepts most commercial blades)
Base Adjustment	0° to 45° (left/right) for angular cuts
Guide Roller	Adjustable to reduce blade snapping; for blades with back edge >50 mm
Chip Cover	3-position adjustable (blade change, wood cutting, metal cutting)
Dust Extraction	Optional dust collector available (sold separately)
Standard Accessories	No.31 blade, splinter guard, chip cover, hexagonal bar wrench
Sound Pressure Level	81 dB(A) (wear ear protection)
Vibration Level	6.5 m/s² (weighted root mean square acceleration)
Maintenance	Regularly inspect blade, mounting screws, and motor windings
Service	Repair by authorized service center only

Frequently Asked Questions - FCJ 55VA HITACHI

How do I change the blade on the Hitachi FCJ 55VA jigsaw?

Use the supplied hexagonal bar wrench to loosen the blade set screws on the set ring. Insert the blade with the cutting edge facing forward into the plunger groove until it touches the bottom. Tighten the side set screw securely. Ensure the groove is clean of sawdust.

Can I adjust the cutting speed on the FCJ 55VA?

Yes, the FCJ 55VA has a variable speed trigger. Pull the trigger to increase speed up to 3,000/min. For continuous operation, depress the stopper and adjust the speed adjustment knob. The FCJ55 (without VA) has a fixed speed of 3,000/min.

What blades are compatible with this jigsaw?

The jigsaw accepts most commercial T-shank blades with a thickness less than 1.6 mm, width 6.3-8 mm, and length 7 mm. For best results, use Hitachi genuine blades. Refer to Table 1 in the manual for blade selection by material.

How do I make angled cuts with the FCJ 55VA?

Loosen the base bottom screw, slide the base along the side groove of the semicircular portion, align the scale (engraved angle) with the housing edge line, and tighten the screw. Set the chip cover to the first step. For guide use, position the screw opposite the incline.

How can I prevent the blade from breaking during use?

Ensure the guide roller is adjusted so the roller groove lightly touches the back of the blade. Use appropriate feeding speed, especially when cutting small arcs. Keep the base firmly in contact with the workpiece. Use sharp, undamaged blades.

What is the maximum cutting depth of the Hitachi FCJ 55VA?

The maximum cutting depth is 55 mm in wood and 3 mm in mild steel. For other materials, refer to the blade selection table and adjust speed accordingly.

How do I attach and use the chip cover?

Slide the chip cover while lightly pressing its front section. It has three positions: first step for blade change, second for wood cutting, third for metal cutting. Always wear protection glasses even with the chip cover.

What accessories are included with the FCJ 55VA?

Standard accessories: No.31 blade (for thick lumber), splinter guard, chip cover, and hexagonal bar wrench. Optional accessories (sold separately) include additional blades, guide, and dust collector.

How do I adjust the guide roller?

Loosen the holder set screw with the hexagonal bar wrench. Gently slide the guide roller until the roller groove lightly touches the back of the blade. Tighten the screw. The guide roller is only for blades with a straight back edge longer than 50 mm.

What safety precautions should I follow while using this jigsaw?

Always read the manual. Keep work area clean and well lit. Avoid contact with grounded surfaces. Wear eye protection and ear protection (81 dB(A)). Do not wear loose clothing. Disconnect tool when changing accessories. Have repairs done by an authorized service center.

USER MANUAL FCJ 55VA HITACHI

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Read through carefully and understand these instructions before use.

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Handling Instructions

FCJ55VA The exploded assembly drawing should be used only for authorized service center.

Item No.	Part Name
30	Holder
31	Ball Bearing(608VVMC2EPS2L)
32	Armature
33	Ball Bearing(626VVMC2ERPS2S)
34	Stator
35	Internal Wire (A)
36	Internal Wire
37	Internal Wire
38	Internal Wire (A)
501	Hex. Bar Wrench 3mm
502	Jig Saw Blades No.31
503	Splinter Guard

Parts are subject to possible modification without notice due to improve-

ments.

The drawing and the list are parts

structural drawing and parts list of model FCJ55VA.

For model FCJ55 refer to the drawing

and the list.

Item No.	Part Name
1	Chip Cover
2	Housing (A). (B) Set
3	Tube (D)
4	Switch
5	Tube (D)
6	Earth Terminal
7	Noise Suppressor
8	Connector (50091)
9	Tapping Screw (W/Flange) D4 · 20
10	Name Plate
11	HITACHI Label
12	Carbon Brush
13	Brush Holder
14	Cord Armor
15	Cord
16	Cord Clip
17	Tapping Screw (W/Flange) D4 · 16
18	Plate Nut
19	Hex. Socket Hd. Bolt M4 · 8
20	Base
21	Guide Roller
22	Base Locker
23	Hex. Socket Hd. Bolt M4 · 16
24	Metal
25	Plunger
26	Set Ring Ass'y
27	Connecting Piece
28	Gear
29	Washer (C)

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B
C

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1	Ställring	Stopring	Mcnteringsring	Asennuskehå	Set ring
2	Sexkantnyckel	Sekskantnøgel	Sekskantnøkkel	Kuusikulmainen ruuviavain	Hexagonal bar wrench
3	Sågblad (skäreggenskall vara framåt)	Savklinge skæret skal vende fremefter)	Sagblad (bladeggen skal vende framover)	Terä (teräpuoli täytyy olla eteen suunnattuna)	Blade (blade edge must face front)
4	Sågbladets ställskruv	Stilleskrue for klingen	Monteringsskrue for sagbladet	Terän asennusruuvi	Blade set screw
5	Styrvals	Hjulanslag	Ledevalse	Rulla	Roller
6	Fäste	Holder	Holder	Pidike	Holder
7	Hus	Motorhus	Hus	Kotelo	Housing
8	Bottenplatta	Base	Sagfot	Jalusta	Base
9	Låsanordning för bottenplatta	Baselås	Låseanordning for sagfoten	Jalustan lukko-osa	Base locker
10	4 mm skruv (16 mm)	4 mm skrue (16 mm)	4 mm skrue (16 mm)	4 mm ruuvi (16 mm)	4 mm screw (16 mm)
11	Spånhuva	Spånfanger	Sponhette	Lastusuojus	Chip cover
12	Anslag	Anslag	Fører	Opas	Guide
13	4 mm skruv (8 mm)	4 mm skrue (8 mm)	4 mm skrue (8 mm)	4 mm ruuvi (8 mm)	4 mm screw (8 mm)
14	Spånskydd	Splintskærm	Splintvern	Sirpalesuoja	Splinter guard
15	Spik eller träskruv	Søm eller træskrue	Nagle eller treskrue	Naula tai puuruuvi	Nail or wood screw
16	Skala	Skala	Skala	Asteikko	Scale
17	Sidspår	Siderille	Spor i siden	Sivu-ura	Side groove
18	Såghusets kantlinje	Kantlinie på motorhus	Husets kantlinje	Koneiston kotelon reunalinja	Housing edge line
19	Godtagbara sågblad	Anvendare klinge	Sagblad som kan anvendes	Hyväksyttävät terät	Acceptable blades

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1. Inspiser bladet

When using electric tools, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and personal injury, including the following.

Read all these instructions before operating this product and save these instructions.

For safe operations:

1. Keep work area clean. Cluttered areas and benches invite injuries.
2. Consider work area environment. Do not expose power tools to rain. Do not use power tools in damp or wet locations. Keep work area well lit. Do not use power tools where there is risk to cause fire or explosion.
3. Guard against electric shock. Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces. (e.g. pipes, radiators, ranges, refrigerators).
4. Keep children away. Do not let visitors touch the tool or extension cord. All visitors should be kept away from work area.
5. Store idle tools. When not in use, tools should be stored in a dry, high or locked up place, out of reach of children.
6. Do not force the tool. It will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was intended.
7. Use the right tool. Do not force small tools or attachments to do the job of a heavy duty tool. Do not use tools for purposes not intended; for example, do not use circular saw to cut tree limbs or logs.
8. Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery, they can be caught in moving parts. Rubber gloves and non-skid footwear are recommended when working outdoors. Wear protecting hair covering to contain long hair.
9. Use eye protection. Also use face or dust mask if the cutting operation is dusty.
10. Connect dust extraction equipment. If devices are provided for the connection of dust extraction and collection facilities ensure these are connected and properly used.
11. Do not abuse the cord. Never carry the tool by the cord or yank it to disconnect it from the receptacle. Keep the cord away from heat, oil and sharp edges.

12. Secure work. Use clamps or a vice to hold the work. It is safer than using your hand and it frees both hands to operate tool.

13. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.

14. Maintain tools with care. Keep cutting tools sharp and clean for better and safer performance. Follow instructions for lubrication and changing accessories. Inspect tool cords periodically and if damaged, have it repaired by authorized service center. Inspect extension cords periodically and replace, if damaged. Keep handles dry, clean, and free from oil and grease.

15. Disconnect tools. When not in use, before servicing, and when changing accessories such as blades, bits and cutters.

16. Remove adjusting keys and wrenches. Form the habit of checking to see that keys and adjusting wrenches are removed from the tool before turning it on.

17. Avoid unintentional starting. Do not carry a plugged-in tool with a finger on the switch. Ensure switch is off when plugging in.

18. Use outdoor extension leads. When tool is used outdoors, use only extension cords intended for outdoor use.

19. Stay alert. Watch what you are doing. Use common sense. Do not operate tool when you are tired.

20. Check damaged parts. Before further use of the tool, a guard or other part that is damaged should be carefully checked to determine that it will operate properly and perform its intended function. Check for alignment of moving parts, free running of moving parts, breakage of parts, mounting and any other conditions that may affect its operation. A guard or other part that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced by an authorized service center unless otherwise indicated in this handling instructions. Have defective switches replaced by an authorized service center. Do not use the tool if the switch does not turn it on and off.

21. Warning The use of any accessory or attachment, other than those recommended in this instruction manual, may present a risk of personal injury.

22. Have your tool repaired by a qualified person. This electric tool is in accordance with the relevant safety requirements. Repairs should only be carried out by qualified persons using original spare parts. Otherwise this may result in considerable danger to the user.

SPECIFICATIONS

Model	FCJ55VA FCJ55
Voltage (by areas)*	(110V, 115V, 120V, 127V, 220V, 230V, 240V) ~
Power input	400W*
Max. cutting depth	Wood: 55 mmMild steel: 3 mm
No-load speed	0 ~ 3000/min 3000/min
Stroke	18 mm
Min. cutting radius	25 mm
Weight (without cord)	1.4 kg

* Be sure to check the nameplate on product as its subject to change by areas.

STANDARD ACCESSORIES

(1) No.31 blade 1
For cutting thick lumber
(2) Splinter guard 1
(3) Chip cover 1
(4) Hexagonal bar wrench 1
Standard accessories are subject to change without notice.

OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES (sold separately)

(1) Blades, No.1 \~ No.6, No.31*

* No.31 Blade is a standard accessory.

(2) Guide

(3) Dust collector

Optional accessories are subject to change without notice.

APPLICATIONS

○Cutting various lumber and pocket cutting.
○Cutting mild steel plate, aluminum plate, and copper plate
○Cutting synthetic resins, such as phenol resin and vinyl chloride.
○Cutting thin and soft construction materials.

PRIOR TO OPERATION

1. Power source

Ensure that the power source to be utilized conforms to the power requirements specified on the product nameplate.

2. Power switch

Ensure that the power switch is in the OFF position. If the plug is connected to a receptacle while the power switch is in the ON position, the power tool will start operating immediately, inviting serious accident.

3. Extension cord

When the work area is removed from the power source, use an extension cord of sufficient thickness and rated capacity. The extension cord should be kept as short as practicable.

MOUNTING THE BLADE

1. Use the accessory hexagonal bar wrench to loosen the blade set screws on the set ring, as shown in Fig.1.
2. Holding the blade with its cutting edge facing the front, insert the mounting portion of the blade into the plunger groove until it touches the bottom of the groove.
3. As shown in Fig.1, firmly clamp the side set screw.
   ○Loosened set screws may cause the blade to be damaged. Always ensure that the set screws are securely tightened. Always ensure that the plunger groove is clean and clear of sawdust to ensure proper blade mounting and set screw clamping.

CAUTION

ADJUSTING AND REMOVING THE GUIDE ROLLER

1. Adjusting the guide roller

The guide roller, shown in Fig.2, is employed to prevent the blade from snapping. Prior to use, adjust the guide roller in accordance with the following procedures:

(1) Loosen the holder set screw with the accessory hexagonal bar wrench.
(2) Gently slide the guide roller until the roller groove lightly touches the back of the blade.

NOTE

On delivery from the factory, there is a gap of about 3 mm between the roller and blade.

(3) Firmly tighten the holder set screw.

CAUTIONS

The guide roller can be used only for Blades that have a straight line on the rear that is longer than 50 mm. (Fig.3A and 3B) When using other types of blades (Fig.3C), slide the guide roller in backward direction so that the guide roller does not contact with the blade.
When cutting thick boards or performing continuous cutting operations, use the blade shown in the Fig.3A, 3B and be sure to set the guide roller.

2. Removing the guide roller

The guide roller can be removed from the jig saw as follows:

(1) Remove the 4 mm screw, shown in Fig.4, with the accessory hexagonal bar wrench, and remove the guide roller from the main body.
(2) To reassemble the main body and the base, insert the base locker between the base and the 4 mm screw, as shown in Fig.4, and securely clamp the 4 mm screw.

CHIP COVER POSITIONING

1. Chip cover

Use the chip cover to reduce splashing of cutting particles and to easily operate the saw.
Slide the chip cover while lightly pressing its front section.
The chip cover can be set at three positions as shown in Fig.5.

2. How to choose position of the chip cover

Set the chip cover to the first step when attaching or removing the blade.

Set the chip cover to the second step when cutting wood materials.

Set the chip cover to the second or third step when cutting metal materials such as steel.

CAUTION

Wear protection glasses even if the chip cover is used.

ADJUSTING THE BLADE OPERATING SPEED (FCJ55VA only)

NOTE

The blade operating speed cannot be adjusted for FCJ55.

The blade operating speed can be adjusted within a range

of 0 to 3,000/min according to the degree that the trigger switch is depressed. Select the speed appropriate to the material of the workpiece and/or the working conditions. To achieve continuous operation, pull the trigger switch all the way back and depress the stopper. Then, turn the speed adjustment knob to adjust the blade operating speed as desired.

NOTE

The speed adjustment knob rotates approximately 3 turns. To turn the switch OFF, push the trigger switch again to disengage the stopper, and release the trigger switch.

CUTTING

CAUTION

○While sawing, the base must be firmly in contact with the workpiece surface, and the blade must be held at a right angle. If the base becomes separated from the material, it could cause the blade to break.

○When cutting while holding the front surface, be careful of the moving blade and hold the upper part firmly.

1. Rectilinear cutting

(1) To ensure accurate rectilinear cutting, employ optional accessory guide as shown in Fig.6.
(2) Use the splinter guard to reduce roughness of the cutting surface of the wooden materials. Attach the splinter guard by inserting it from the front section of the base until clicks into place.(Fig.7)

CAUTION

Set the base in the front position when using the splinter guard.

2. Cutting a circle or a circular arc

To ensure efficient cutting, employ optional accessory guide and nail or wood screw as shown in Fig.8. When mounting the guide, loosen the base bottom screw, and shift the base as far forward as it will go.

3. Sawing curved lines

When sawing a small circular arc, reduce the feeding speed of the machine. If the machine is fed too

fast, it could cause the blade to break.

4. Cutting metallic materials

Always use an appropriate cutting agent (spindle oil, soapy water, etc.) When a liquid cutting agent is not available, apply grease to the back surface of the material to be cut.

5. Pocket cutting

(1) In lumber:

Aligning the blade direction with the grain of the wood, cut step by step until a window hole is cut in the center of the lumber.(Fig.9)

(2) In other materials:

When cutting a window hole in materials other than number, initially bore a hole with a drill or similar tool from which to start cutting.

6. Angular cutting

Set the chip cover to the first step.(Fig.5)

To adjust the angle of inclination; loosen the base bottom screw, shift the base position to the side groove of the semicircular portion, align the scale on the base semicircular portion (figures engraved on the scale indicate the angle of inclination) with the housing edge line, and thoroughly tighten the base bottom screw (Fig.10 and 11).

CAUTION

Set the screw to the opposite side of the inclining side when using the guide.(Fig.12)

SELECTION OF BLADES

1. Accessory blades

To ensure maximum operating efficiency and results it is very important to select the appropriate blade best suited to the type and thickness of the material to be cut. One type of blade is provided as standard accessory. The blade number is engraved in the vicinity of the mounting portion of each blade. Select appropriate blades by referring to Table 1.

Table 1 List of Appropriate blades

Material to be cut	Material quality	Blade No.
Lumber	General lumber	No.1 or No.31 (thick plate) or No.2 (thin plate)
	Plywood	No.3 or No.6
Iron plate	Mild steel plate	No.6
Nonferrous metal	Aluminum, copper, brass	No.6
Synthetic resin	Phenol resin, melamin resin, etc.	No.4 (thick plate) or No.6 (thin plate)
	Vinyl chloride, acryl resin, etc.	No.2 or No.4 (thick plate) or No.6 (thin plate)
	Foamed styrol, etc.	No.2
Pulp	Cardboard, corrugated paper	No.2
	Hardboard	No.5 or No.6
	Fiberboard	No.6
Others	Hard rubber	No.2
	Slate	No.5

2. Acceptable commercial blades (Fig.13)

This machine is designed to accept most blades available on the open market. As illustrated in Fig.13, blade dimension restrictions are as follows;

○Thickness:L2 ...... Less than 1.6 mm

○Width: L3 ..... 6.3 mm

L4 ..... 8 mm

L5 ...... 7 mm

NOTE

When cutting thick materials, use HITACHI genuine blades which have an inclination as shown in Fig.3-A or B.

MAINTENANCE AND INSPECTION

1. Inspecting the blade

Continued use of a dull or damaged blade will result in reduced cutting efficiency and may cause overloading of the motor. Repalce the blade with a new one as soon as excessive abrasion is noted.

2. Inspecting the mounting screws

Regularly inspect all mounting screws and ensure that they are properly tightened. Should any of the screws be loose, retighten them immediately. Failure to do so could result in serious hazard.

3. Maintenance of the motor

The motor unit winding is the very “heart” of the power tool. Exercise due care to ensure the winding does not become damaged and/or wet with oil or water.

4. Servicing

Consult an authorized service agent in the event of power tool failure.

NOTE:

Due to HITACHI's continuing program of research and development, the specifications herein are subject to change without prior notice.

Information concerning airborne noise and vibration

The measured values were determined according to EN50144.

The typical A-weighted sound pressure level: 81 dB (A).

Wear ear protection.

The typical weighted root mean square acceleration value: 6.5 m/s^2 .

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