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From "Tool School"
episode DTSC-104 |
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Circular Saws are great for cutting straight lines, but for scrollwork or cutting curves, you will need a jigsaw. Here, host Cheri Van Bynen offers a few jigsaw basics.Jigsaw
- Available corded or cordless.
- Most models have a safety release that must be depressed before engaging the trigger.
- The base plate is adjustable, allowing for various bevel cuts (figure A).
- Some models will have adjustable settings (figure B) that change the movement of the blade, giving either a smooth finish or rough finish.
Tips to Remember:- Unplug the saw or remove the battery when changing a blade.
- Purchase a high-quality blade (figure C), designed for the material you are working with.
- Always start the blade before touching it to the material to be cut.
- Wear safety glasses when cutting.
- Don't force the saw. Forcing the saw could break the blade and cause injury.
RESOURCES :
Orbital Scrolling Jigsaw
UPC: 0329725020130
14.4-volt Cordless Orbital Jigsaw 4567-02
UPC: 039725023216
Skil
Phone: 877-SKIL-999
Web site: www.skil.com
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