CERTIFIED 060-0181-8 Guide D'utilisation page 14

STRAIGHT CUTTING (Fig. 6)
ejection channel or before checking, cleaning, transporting, adjusting or working on the lawn
mower.
Mark the cut. Position the saw so that the
6) If you remove the grass catcher, you or other persons might get injured due to ejected,
blade is in line with the desired cut. Mark the
mowed materials or foreign objects.
position of the side edge of the saw base and
7) Never empty the grass bag while the motor is running. To do this, switch off the lawn mower.
then clamp the straight edge on the mark,
8) Check the surface which the lawn mower is to be used on and remove all objects that the
parallel to the cut. Make the cut from one
machine can eject out of the discharge chute.
direction only. Never cut halfway and then
9) If a foreign object (e.g. stone) is hit by the cutting blade or the lawn mower starts vibrating
complete the cut from the opposite end.
abnormally, stop the motor immediately and remove the plug from the outlet. Check the lawn
GENERAL CUTTING
mower for damage, and have any damage repaired at an authorized repair facility.
10) For lawnmowers with rotating blades, never stand in front of the grass disharge chute.
1. Firmly clamp the workpiece in place.
2. Use the appropriate type and size of blade for the workpiece.
Tripping hazard
3. Check the clearance behind the workpiece and assure that the blade will not impact
When changing directions, be careful not to trip over the mains cable and injure yourself. Position
another surface.
the extension cord behind you so that it stays out of the path which you are walking along while
4. Clearly mark the line of cut.
mowing, and is kept away from the cutting blade.
5. Hold the saw firmly. Make sure that your hand is on the insulated gripping areas only.
6. Rest the base plate on the workpiece so that the blade is not in contact with the
1) Stones, branches or other objects lying around can cause damage to the lawn mower and its
workpiece
operation. Remove all objects from the machine's path before every use.
7. Turn on the jigsaw and bring it to the maximum desired cutting speed before applying
2) Do not operate the machine if it is not in perfect working order. Conduct a thorough visual
the blade to the workpiece.
check before using it. In particular, check that protective equipment, electrical controls,
8. Slowly move the jig saw into the workpiece.
current-carrying cables and threaded connections are not damaged and are secure.
9. Do not force the tool. Keep the base plate flat against the workpiece while cutting. Use
3) Replace damaged parts before operating the unit.
only enough steady pressure on the blade to keep the saw cutting.
10. Reduce pressure as the blade comes to the end of the cut.
CAUTION
Potential damage to the machine.
11. Allow the saw to come to a complete stop before removing the blade from the workpiece.
12. If sawing fibreglass, plaster, wallboard, or spackling compound, clean the saw motor
Operating times
vents frequently with a vacuum or compressed air. Always wear safety goggles when
Comply with municipal regulations concerning the times when the mower may be used (if
cleaning tools using compressed air. These materials are highly abrasive and may
required, contact your local authority). accelerate the wear on motor bearings and brushes.
Directions
Details of specific locations on the machine
NOTE:
(e.g. left, right) are always stated as seen from
Always apply a steady, firm, downward pressure on the front of the saw as you cut. This will keep the saw blade from
jumping out of the workpiece.
the steering handle and while facing forward.
(Fig. 3)
WARNING!
• Before attempting to use this tool, become familiar with all of its operating features and safety
requirements.
• Always securely and support the workpiece. Always maintain proper control of the jigsaw. Failure to
clamp and support the workpiece and loss of control of the saw could result in serious injury.
Fig. 6
Fig. 3
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