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Model Jig Saw
Modèle Scie sauteuse
CJ 120V • CJ 120VA
Modelo Sierra de calar
CJ120V CJ120VA
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS AND INSTRUCTION MANUAL
WARNING
IMPROPER OR UNSAFE use of this power tool can result in death or serious bodily
injury!
This manual contains important information about product safety. Please read and
understand this manual BEFORE operating the power tool. Please keep this manual
available for other users and owners before they use the power tool. This manual should
be stored in safe pl
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CONTENTS English Page Page IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION ................... 3 ASSEMBLY AND OPERATION .................................. 10 MEANINGS OF SIGNAL WORDS ........................... 3 APPLICATIONS ...................................................... 10 PRIOR TO OPERATION .......................................... 10 SAFETY ......................................................................... 4 CUTTING ................................................................ 13 GENERAL SAF
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English IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION Read and understand all of the safety precautions, warnings and operating instructions in the Instruction Manual before operating or maintaining this power tool. Most accidents that result from power tool operation and maintenance are caused by the failure to observe basic safety rules or precautions. An accident can often be avoided by recognizing a potentially hazardous situation before it occurs, and by observing appropriate safety procedures. Basic safety
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English SAFETY GENERAL SAFETY RULES WARNING: Read and understand all instructions. Failure to follow all instructions listed below, may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious personal injury. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 1. 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 dus
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English (3) Avoid accidental starting. Be sure switch is off before plugging in. Carrying tools with your finger on the switch or plugging in tools that have the switch on invites accidents. (4) Remove adjusting keys or wrenches before turning the tool on. A wrench or a key that is left attached to a rotating part of the tool may result in personal injury. (5) Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. Proper footing and balance enables better control of the tool in unexpect
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English SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES AND SYMBOLS 1. Hold tools 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. ALWAYS wear ear plugs when using the tool for extended periods. Prolonged exposure to high intensity noise can cause hearing loss. 3. NEVER touch the tool bit with bare hands after operation. 4. NEVER wear gloves ma
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English 15. Operate power tools at the rated voltage. Operate the power tool at voltages specified on its nameplate. If using the power tool at a higher voltage than the rated voltage, it will result in abnormally fast motor revolution and may damage the unit and the motor may burn out. 16. NEVER use a tool which is defective or operating abnormally. If the tool appears to be operating unusually, making strange noises, or otherwise appears defective, stop using it immediately and arrange for rep
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English DOUBLE INSULATION FOR SAFER OPERATION To ensure safer operation of this power tool, HITACHI has adopted a double insulation design. “Double insulation” means that two physically separated insulation systems have been used to insulate the electrically conductive materials connected to the power supply from the outer frame handled by the operator. Therefore, either the symbol “ ” or the words “Double insulation” appear on the power tool or on the nameplate. Although this system has no exte
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English FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION NOTE: The information contained in this Instruction Manual is designed to assist you in the safe operation and maintenance of the power tool. NEVER operate, or attempt any maintenance on the tool unless you have first read and understood all safey instructions contained in this manual. Some illustrations in this Instruction Manual may show details or attachments that differ from those on your own power tool. NAME OF PARTS Stopper Switch Trigger Slide knob Lever Lev
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English ASSEMBLY AND OPERATION APPLICATIONS Cutting various lumber and pocket cutting Cutting mild steel plate, aluminum plate, and copper plate Cutting plastics, such as phenol resin and vinyl chloride Cutting thin and soft construction materials Cutting stainless steel plate (With No. 97 blade) PRIOR TO OPERATION 1. Power source Ensure that the power source to be utilized conforms to the power source requirements specified on the product nameplate. 2. Power switch Ensure that the swi
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English 6. Changing blades (1) Open the lever up to the stop. (Fig. 3-I) Blade (2) Remove fitted blade (3) Insert new blade up to the stop in the balde holder. (Fig. 3-II) (4) Close the lever. (Fig. 3-III) II CAUTION: Blade I Lever Be sure to switch power OFF and disconnect holder the plug from the receptacle when changing III blades. Do not open the lever when plunger is moving. Fig. 3 Blade NOTE: Confirm the protrusions of blade inserted to the blade holder surely. (Fig. 4) Confirm the
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English (2) For the hard material, such as a steel plate, etc., decrease the orbital operation. For the soft material, such as lumber, plastic, etc., increase the orbital operation to increase work efficiency. To cut the material accurately, decrease the orbital operation. 9. Cutting stainless steel plates Change knob This Jig Saw can cut stainless steel plates by Fig. 7 using No. 97 blade. Carefully read “Concerning cutting of stainless steel plates” for proper operation. 10. Splinter guard Usi
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English CUTTING Base CAUTIONS: Allen In order to prevent blade dislodging, damage wrench or excessive wear on the Plunger, please make Base sure to have surface of the base plate attached bolt to the work piece while sawing. 1. Rectilinear cutting When cutting on a straight line, first draw a Fig. 11 marking gauge line and advance the saw along that line. Using the guide (sold separately) will make it possible to cut accurately on a straight line. (1) Loosen the base bolt allen wrench attached
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English 4. Cutting metallic materials (1) Adjust the speed Dial between scales “3” and “4”. (2) Set the orbital position to “0” or “I”. (3) Always use an appropriate cutting fluid (spindle oil, soapy water, etc.). When a liquid cutting fluid is not avaiable, apply grease to the back surface of the material to be cut. 5. Pocket cutting Fig. 15 (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. 15) (
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English When cutting stainless steel plates, adjust the unit as described below: 1. Adjust the speed Blade Thickness of material Dial Scale Middle groove position No. 97 1/16" – 5/32" (1.5 mm – 2.5 mm) between scales “2” and “3” NOTE: Dial scale reading is for reference only. The higher the speed is, the quicker the material is cut. But the service life of the blade will be reduced in this case. When the speed is too low, cutting will take longer, although the service life will be prolonged. Mak
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English CONNECTING WITH CLEANER By connecting with cleaner (sold separately) through dust collector and adopter (sold separately), most of dust can be collected. (1) Remove the allen wrench from the base. (2) Move the base fully forward. (Fig. 11, 12) Shutter (3) Attach the chip cover with the shutter put Chip cover between the chip cover and gear cover. (Fig. 19) Fig. 19 (4) Connect the dust collector with adopter. (Fig. 20) Adapter (5) Connect the adapter with the nose of cleaner. (Fig. 20) C
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English MAINTENANCE AND INSPECTION WARNING: Be sure to switch power OFF and disconnect the plug from the receptacle during maintenance and inspection. 1. Inspecting the drill bits Since use of a dull tool will cause motor malfunctioning and degraded efficiency, replace the drill bit with a new one or resharpening without delay when abrasion is noted. 2. Inspecting the screws Regularly inspect all screws and ensure that they are properly tightened. Should any of the screws be loose, retighten the
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English 18 Table 1 List of appropriate blades Blade No. 1 No. 1 Material No. 11 No. 12,42 No. 15 No. 16,46 No. 21 No. 22 No. 41 No. 97 123X (Long) (Super Long) to be cut Material quality Thickness of material: inch (mm) Below Below 3/8–2-5/32 Below 3/8–2-5/32 3/16–1-9/16 3/8–2-9/16 General lumber 4-1/8 (105) 5-5/16 (135) (10 – 55) 3/4(20) (10–55) (5–40) (10–65) Lumber 3/16–1-3/16 Below 3/16–1-3/16 1/8–3/4 Plywood (5–30) 3/8 (10) (5–30) (3–20) 1/8–15/64 Below 5/64–3/16 1/16–3/8 Mild steel plate (
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English ACCESSORIES WARNING: ALWAYS use Only authorized HITACHI replacement parts and accessories. NEVER use replacement parts or accessories which are not intended for use with this tool. Contact HITACHI if you are not sure whether it is safe to use a particular replacement part or accessory with your tool. The use of any other attachment or accessory can be dangerous and could cause injury or mechanical damage. NOTE: Accessories are subject to change without any obligation on the part of the H
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Français INFORMATIONS IMPORTANTES DE SÉCURITÉ Lire et comprendre toutes les précautions de sécurité, les avertissements et les instructions de fonctionnement dans ce mode d’emploi avant d’utiliser ou d’entretenir cet outil motorisé. La plupart des accidents causés lors de l’utilisation ou de l’entretien de l’outil motorisé proviennent d’un non respect des règles ou précautions de base de sécurité. Un accident peut la plupart du temps être évité si l’on reconnaît une situation de danger potentiel
