Bauer 1773C-B, 63630 - Variable Speed Jig Saw Manual

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WARNING SYMBOLS AND DEFINITIONS
	This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.
	Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
	Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
	Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.
	Addresses practices not related to personal injury.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

General Power Tool Safety Warnings

Read all safety warnings and all instructions.
Failure to follow the warnings and instructions 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 battery-operated (cordless) power tool.

Work Area Safety

1. Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or 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 dust or fumes.
3. Keep children and bystanders away while operating a power tool. Distractions can cause you to lose control.

Electrical Safety

Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions.
Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of electric shock.

Personal Safety

1. 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.
2. 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.
3. Prevent unintentional starting.
   Ensure the Trigger is in the off-position before connecting to power source, picking up or carrying the tool.
   Carrying power tools with your finger on the Trigger or energizing power tools that have the Trigger on invites accidents.
4. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. This enables better control of the power tool in unexpected situations.
5. 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.
6. 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.
7. Only use safety equipment that has been approved by an appropriate standards agency. Unapproved safety equipment may not provide adequate protection. Eye protection must be ANSI-approved and breathing protection must be NIOSH-approved for the specific hazards in the work area.

Power Tool Use and Care

1. 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.
2. Do not use the power tool if the Trigger does not turn it on and off.
   Any power tool that cannot be controlled with the Trigger is dangerous and must be repaired.
3. Disconnect the battery pack 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.
4. 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.
5. Maintain power tools. 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.
6. Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control.
7. 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.

Battery tool use and care

1. Recharge only with the charger specified by the manufacturer. A charger that is suitable for one type of battery pack may create a risk of fire when used with another battery pack.
2. Use power tools only with specifically designated battery packs. Use of any other battery packs may create a risk of injury and fire.
3. When battery pack is not in use, keep it away from other metal objects, like paper clips, coins, keys, nails, screws or other small metal objects, that can make a connection from one terminal to another. Shorting the battery terminals together may cause burns or a fire.
4. Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected from the battery; avoid contact. If contact accidentally occurs, flush with water. If liquid contacts eyes, additionally seek medical help. Liquid ejected from the battery may cause irritation or burns.

Service

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.

Reciprocating Saw Safety Warnings

1. Hold power tool by insulated gripping surfaces when performing an operation where 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. 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.
3. Maintain labels and nameplates on the tool. These carry important safety information. If unreadable or missing, contact Harbor Freight Tools for a replacement.
4. Avoid unintentional starting.
   Prepare to begin work before turning on the tool.
5. Do not lay the tool down until it has come to a complete stop. Moving parts can grab the surface and pull the tool out of your control.
6. When using a handheld power tool, maintain a firm grip on the tool with both hands to resist starting torque.
7. Do not leave the tool unattended when the Battery Pack is connected. Turn off the tool, and remove the Battery Pack before leaving.
8. 
   The battery Charger gets hot during use. The Charger's heat can build up to unsafe levels and create a fire hazard if it does not receive adequate ventilation, due to an electrical fault, or if it is used in a hot environment.
   Do not place the Charger on a flammable surface.
   Do not obstruct any vents on the Charger.
   Especially avoid placing the Charger on carpets and rugs; they are not only flammable, but they also obstruct vents under the Charger.
   Place the Charger on a stable, solid, nonflammable surface (such as a stable metal workbench or concrete floor) at least 1 foot away from all flammable objects, such as drapes or walls. Keep a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in the area. Frequently monitor the Charger and Battery Pack while charging.
9. This product is not a toy.
   Keep it out of reach of children.
10. People with pacemakers should consult their physician(s) before use. Electromagnetic fields in close proximity to heart pacemaker could cause pacemaker interference or pacemaker failure.
11. The warnings, precautions, and instructions discussed in this instruction manual cannot cover all possible conditions and situations that may occur.
    It must be understood by the operator that common sense and caution are factors which cannot be built into this product, but must be supplied by the operator.

Lithium Battery Safety Warnings

LITHIUM BATTERIES STORE A LARGE AMOUNT OF ENERGY AND WILL VENT FIRE OR EXPLODE IF MISTREATED:

1. Keep Battery pack dry.
2. DO NOT DO ANY OF THE FOLLOWING TO THE BATTERY PACK:
   1. Open,
   2. Drop,
   3. Short-circuit,
   4. Puncture,
   5. Incinerate, or
   6. Expose to temperatures greater than 140°F.
3. Charge Battery Pack only according to its Charger's instructions.
4. Inspect Battery Pack before every use; do not use or charge if damaged.

Vibration Safety

This tool vibrates during use.
Repeated or long-term exposure to vibration may cause temporary or permanent physical injury, particularly to the hands, arms and shoulders. To reduce the risk of vibration-related injury:

1. Anyone using vibrating tools regularly or for an extended period should first be examined by a doctor and then have regular medical check-ups to ensure medical problems are not being caused or worsened from use. Pregnant women or people who have impaired blood circulation to the hand, past hand injuries, nervous system disorders, diabetes, or Raynaud's Disease should not use this tool. If you feel any symptoms related to vibration (such as tingling, numbness, and white or blue fingers), seek medical advice as soon as possible.
2. Do not smoke during use. Nicotine reduces the blood supply to the hands and fingers, increasing the risk of vibration-related injury.
3. Wear suitable gloves to reduce the vibration effects on the user.
4. Use tools with the lowest vibration when there is a choice.
5. Include vibration-free periods each day of work.
6. Grip tool as lightly as possible (while still keeping safe control of it). Let the tool do the work.
7. To reduce vibration, maintain the tool as explained in this manual. If any abnormal vibration occurs, stop use immediately.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.

Grounding

TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK AND DEATH FROM INCORRECT GROUNDING:
Check with a qualified electrician if you are in doubt as to whether the outlet is properly grounded. Do not modify the power cord plug provided with the charger. Do not use the charger if the power cord or plug is damaged. If damaged, have it repaired by a service facility before use. If the plug will not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.

Extension Cords

Note: Extension cords must not be used with this item's Charger.

Symbology

	Double Insulated
	Canadian Standards Association
	Underwriters Laboratories, Inc.
V	Volts
~	Alternating Current
A	Amperes
n0 xxxx/min.	No Load Revolutions per Minute (RPM)
	WARNING marking concerning Risk of Eye Injury. Wear ANSI-approved safety goggles with side shields.
	Read the manual before set-up and/or use.
	WARNING marking concerning Risk of Fire. Do not cover Charger ventilation ducts. Charge on fireproof surface only.
	WARNING marking concerning Risk of Electric Shock. Properly connect Charger's power cord to appropriate outlet.
	WARNING marking concerning Risk of Explosion. Do not puncture, short, or open battery packs and do not charge damaged battery packs.

Specifications

Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.

The use of optical instruments with this product will increase eye hazard.

Setup - Before Use

Read the ENTIRE IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION section at the beginning of this manual including all text under subheadings therein before set up or use of this product.

Note: For additional information regarding the parts listed in the following pages, refer to Parts List and Diagram.

Functions

Operating Instructions

Read the ENTIRE IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION section at the beginning of this manual including all text under subheadings therein before set up or use of this product.

Tool Set Up

TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY FROM ACCIDENTAL OPERATION:
Make sure that the Trigger is in the off-position and remove its Battery Pack before performing any procedure in this section.

Battery Charging

Charge battery after unpacking and before using this tool. Follow instructions included with battery charger.

Installing Blade

To prevent injury, if replacing Blade, make sure Blade is cool before touching it.

1. Turn Saw upside-down. Open Chuck by turning clockwise. Chuck will move to the left, creating space for the Blade.
   
2. Install Blade with teeth pointing toward front of Saw.
3. Release Chuck to close it.
4. Check that Blade is firmly locked in place.

To prevent injury: Before attaching Battery Pack for each use, wearing work gloves, pull on the Blade to make sure it is securely locked in the Chuck.

Installing Fence

1. Loosen Fence Knobs.
   
2. Install Fence on either side as needed.
3. Adjust Fence as needed.
4. Tighten Fence Knobs.

Setting Bevel Angle

1. Turn Saw upside-down.
2. Unlock Bevel Lock Lever.
   
3. Push Shoe forward to disengage gears.
4. Adjust Shoe to proper angle.
5. Push Shoe backward to engage gears.
6. Lock Bevel Lock Lever.

Setting Orbital Action Switch

Use the Orbital Action Switch to set one of the following cutting modes:

1. Straight cutting. Set the Lever to "O". The blade travels vertically up and down only.
2. Orbital cutting. Set the Lever to "1", "2", or "3". The blade travels in a circular motion, up and down and forward and backward. The higher the number, the larger the orbit of the blade.

Note: Do not use Orbital Action to cut metal or hardwoods.

NOTICE: Do not adjust settings while the Saw is operating.

Workpiece and Work Area Set Up

1. Designate a work area that is clean and well lit. The work area must not allow access by children or pets to prevent distraction and injury.
2. Secure loose workpieces using a vise or clamps (not included) to prevent movement while working.
3. There must not be objects, such as utility lines, nearby that will present a hazard while working. This is especially critical for plunge cuts.

General Operating Instructions

1. Make sure that the Trigger is in the off-position and locked, then attach the Battery Pack.
2. Make all necessary adjustments to the Saw.
3. Make sure that all guards are in place in proper working order and that all adjustment knobs are tight before operation.
4. Press Laser Guide Button to turn the Laser on.
5. Hold Saw so that Blade is near the start of cut, but not touching the workpiece.
   
   Do not start the Saw if the Blade is in contact with anything.

6. Firmly grip the Handle with one hand, push Trigger Lock from either side, then press Trigger.
7. To increase speed, apply more pressure to Trigger. To decrease speed, apply less pressure.
   Note: When cutting softer materials, use a faster speed. When cutting harder materials, use a slower speed.
8. Allow the Saw to come up to full speed before touching the workpiece.
9. Guide the Blade into the workpiece.
   
   Keep the Shoe pressed firmly against the workpiece while cutting to prevent kickback.
10. Maintain a smooth motion, guiding the Blade through the material as it is cut. Follow the cut. Do not press too hard. If the Saw slows down as it is cutting, apply less pressure on the Saw.
11. To stop the Saw, release the Trigger.
12. Allow the Saw to come to a complete stop before setting it down.
13. Press Laser Guide Button to turn the Laser off.
14. To prevent accidents, turn off the tool and remove its Battery Pack after use. Clean, then store the tool indoors out of children's reach.

Maintenance and Servicing

Procedures not specifically explained in this manual must be performed only by a qualified technician.

TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY FROM ACCIDENTAL OPERATION:
Make sure that the Trigger is in the off-position and remove its Battery pack before performing any procedure in this section.

TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY FROM TOOL FAILURE:
Do not use damaged equipment. If abnormal noise or vibration occurs, have the problem corrected before further use.

Cleaning, Maintenance, and Lubrication

1. BEFORE EACH USE, inspect the general condition of the tool. Check for:
   • leaking, swollen, or cracked battery pack,
   • loose hardware,
   • misalignment or binding of moving parts,
   • cracked or broken parts, and
   • any other condition that may affect its safe operation.
2. AFTER USE, wipe external surfaces of the tool with clean cloth.
3. TO CLEAN: The ventilation openings should be kept clean and free of dirt and debris. Wear ANSI-approved safety goggles and NIOSH-approved dust mask/respirator before cleaning ducts. The most effective way to clean the ventilation openings is with compressed air.
4. For blade changing instructions see Tool Set Up.
5. Disconnect battery pack and store battery pack, charger, and tool in dry, indoor area out of reach of children and away from metal objects (i.e., paperclips, coins) to prevent shorting.

Troubleshooting

Problem	Possible Causes	Likely Solutions
Tool will not start.	Battery Pack not properly connected. Battery Pack not properly charged. Battery Pack burnt-out. Internal damage or wear. (Carbon brushes or Trigger, for example.)	Remove Battery Pack, make sure there are no obstructions, reinsert the Battery Pack according to its shape (it should only fit one way), and press firmly until the Battery Pack locks in place. Make sure Charger is connected and operating properly. Give enough time for Battery Pack to recharge properly. Dispose of old Battery Pack properly or recycle. Replace Battery Pack. Have technician service tool.
Tool operates slowly.	Forcing tool to work too fast. Battery Pack wearing out.	Allow tool to work at its own rate. Dispose of old Battery Pack properly or recycle. Replace Battery Pack.
Performance decreases over time.	Carbon brushes worn or damaged. Blade dull or damaged.	Have qualified technician replace brushes. Keep blades sharp. Replace as needed.
Excessive noise or rattling.	Internal damage or wear. (Carbon brushes or bearings, for example.)	Have technician service tool.
Overheating.	Forcing tool to work too fast. Blade dull or damaged. Blocked motor housing vents.	Allow tool to work at its own rate. Keep blades sharp. Replace as needed. Wear ANSI-approved safety goggles and NIOSH-approved dust mask/respirator while blowing dust out of motor using compressed air.
Follow all safety precautions whenever diagnosing or servicing the tool. Disconnect Battery pack and charger power supply before service.

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