Warning
Do not press back turned clamping levers as this mak-
es it very difficult to remove the saw blade.
It can then be taken out of the tappet.
The supporting roller, which prevents the saw blade from
warping and alleviates the stress placed on the mechanics
(tappet), automatically gives the clamping angle 90° as a
fence. This of course only applies when our original saw
blades are used.
Switching the machine on and off
The machine is activated by turning the on/off switch (1) in
the direction of the arrow. The switch is engaged at the
end of the turning range. The machine is switched off by
turning in the opposite direction.
Working with pendulum jigsaws
When sawing, ensure that the base plate is securely posi-
tioned on the work piece. The jigsaw can now be easily
operated by hand. To achieve clean cuts and optimal cut-
ting performance, ensure that the pendulum stroke setting
and forward feed selected are appropriate to the material
(e.g. pendulum stroke setting 0 and slow forward feed
when sawing metals).
The built-in blower keeps the cut continuously free of shav-
ings for perfect visibility.
When sawing metals, put some oil onto the cutting line.
Sheet metal is to be clamped to a suitably solid base
(clamping plate or plywood plate). This eliminates as far as
possible the risk of the material springing back and forth.
Cutouts/pocket cuts
For cutouts, drill a hole i.e. a starting point where the saw
can be inserted. Plunge cuts can be made into the material
(only when working wood), but should only be attempted
by skilled people. The switched-on jigsaw is placed on the
work piece at an angle of 55–60° to the front edge of the
base plate and pushed down slowly and carefully. Particu-
lar care is required at the start of this work; kick-backs and
jerks will result if the jigsaw is placed the wrong way, whilst
excessively fast plunge cuts may result in broken blades.
Only perform plunge cuts at the max. number of strokes.
Mitre cuts
The base plate can be adjusted in both directions by 22.5°
and 45°. 0°, 22.5° and 45° angles can be fixed securely.
Adjustments are made by loosening the clamping wheel (6)
beneath the handle. As soon as the toothed wheel work of
the saw bench mounting is released, the base plate (4) can
be turned to positions 22.5° or 45° and be tightened again
with the clamping wheel (6).
Full-wave control electronics
The stroke number range can be varied infinitely between
600 and a maximum of 3400/min. and be adjusted to suit
the requirements of the material being worked (full rating
for every stroke number). Adjustments are made using the
setting dial (2) at the front of the handle. The setting can be
changed at any time during operation.
Control range
min. stroke number
approx. 600 strokes/min.
max. stroke number
approx. 3400 strokes/min.
Recommended stroke numbers
Low stroke number when sawing glass, ceramics, metal.
Medium-range stroke number when sawing plastic,
pressed material and plywood.
High stroke number when working hardwood, soft wood
and chipboard.
The optimal speed setting is to be determined in tests at
the beginning of the sawing job, as several factors such as
material, thickness of material, condition of the saw blade,
may influence the results of the job.
Pendulum stroke setting
The change-over from setting 0 to II is effected by means
of the pendulum-stroke adjusting knob (turning knob). The
coloured mark indicates the pendulum stroke setting se-
lected.
Recommendations for pendulum stroke settings
Pos. 0 for glass, ceramics, soft steel, non-ferrous
metals, aluminium and pressed materials
Pos. I for plastics
Pos. I for plywood
Pos. II for hardwood, soft wood, chipboard
It should be noted that the values given are standard val-
ues which may vary according to thickness and hardness
of material, grain direction, and also to the condition of the
saw blade.
Parallel fence (optional accessory)
For perfect results with parallel cuts, use the graduated
parallel fence (11). Once the clamping wheel (6) is loos-
ened, the parallel fence (11) is inserted from the side into
the slot in the base plate (4), set according to scale, and
fixed with the clamping wheel (6).
Chip-flyoff guard
The synthetic part is placed into the saw opening of the
base plate from below (snap fastening). The wood fibre
structure is thereby pressed during sawing against this
chip-flyoff guard, thus preventing the wood fibres from
being damaged.
This application can only be used when cutting at a
right angle (90°).
Dust extractor
The jigsaw is equipped to be connected to a commerically
available vacuum cleaner. In order to keep the cut free of
shavings, the flexible suction tube is inserted from the back
into the housing opening. The dust hood is to be pushed
downwards until it locks into place. In the case of mitre
cuts, the dust hood is to be pushed upwards.
Changing the carbon brushes
Our service centres will do this and all other servicing work
quickly and professionally.
Mains cable
Damaged mains cables must not be used. They are to be
replaced immediately.
This has been made very straightforward by the new mains
cable module (13). Press both locking keys (14) and pull the
mains cable module (13) out of the handle. Insert the new
mains cable into the handle and lock in place. Different
lengthed mains cables are available as special accessories.
Only use the mains cable module for KRESS power
tools! Do not attempt to operate other electrical
appliances with it!
Maintenance
All tools are contaminated by dust when working with
wood. Proper care is therefore essential. Always keep the
openings free of dust and dirt. The movable supporting
roller for the saw blade should be given a drop of oil from
time to time. Other than this, the jigsaw is virtually mainte-
nance-free. Before leaving the factory, all moving parts are
well lubricated.
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