metabo STE 100 Quick Jigsaw User Manual

: June 9, 2024
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metabo STE 100 Quick Jigsaw

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Product Information STE 100 Quick

The STE 100 Quick is an electric saw designed for cutting through various materials such as PVC, PC, PS, and ALU. It has a powerful motor with adjustable speed settings between 1000-3100 n0 min-1 (rpm), making it suitable for both light and heavy-duty tasks. The saw also has a dust extraction system to reduce the amount of dust generated during cutting, and it comes with safety features such as a protection switch and a soft-grip handle for better control.

Product Usage Instructions

Before use, read the safety instructions carefully to avoid accidents or damage to the saw.
Ensure that the saw is securely plugged into an electrical outlet.
Adjust the speed settings according to the material being cut. For example, lower speeds are suitable for cutting softer materials like PVC, while higher speeds are better for cutting hardermaterials like ALU.
Put on protective gear like safety glasses and non-slip shoes before starting the saw.
Hold the saw with both hands and start cutting using a steady motion. Avoid twisting the saw or applying too much force that could cause the blade to break or get stuck.
After cutting, turn off the saw and unplug it from the electrical outlet.
Clean the saw by removing any dust or debris using a brush or compressed air.

By following these instructions, you can safely and efficiently use the STE 100 Quick for all your cutting needs.

Declaration of Conformity

We, being solely responsible, hereby declare that these jig saws, identified by type and serial number 1), meet all relevant requirements of directives 2) and standards 3). Technical documents for 4) – see page 3.

Specified Conditions of Use

The machine is suitable for sawing non-ferrous metals and sheet steel, wood and similar materials, plastics and similar materials. Any other use is not permitted. The user bears sole responsibility for any damage caused by inappropriate use. Generally accepted accident prevention regulations and the enclosed safety information must be observed.

General Safety Information

For your own protection and for the protection of your power tool, pay attention to all parts of the text that are marked with this symbol!

WARNING – Reading the operating instructions will reduce the risk of injury. Pass on your power tool only together with these documents.

General Power Tool Safety Warnings

WARNING – Read all safety warnings, instructions, illustrations and specifications provided with this power tool. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury. Save all safety warnings and information for future reference! The term “power tool” in the safety warnings refers to your mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated (cordless) power tool.

Work area safety

a ) Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents.
b ) 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.
c ) Keep children and bystanders away while operating a power tool. Distractions can cause you to lose control.

Electrical safety

a ) Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never modify the plug in any way. Do not use any adapter plugs with earthed (grounded) power tools. Unmodified plugs and matching outlets will reduce risk of electric shock.
b ) Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces, such as pipes, radiators, ranges and refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is earthed or grounded.
c ) Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of electric shock.
d ) Do not abuse the power tool. Never use the cord for carrying, pulling or unplugging the power tool. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts. Damaged or entangled cords increase the risk of electric shock.
e ) When operating a power tool outdoors, use an extension cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock.
f ) If operating a power tool in a damp location is unavoidable, use a residual current device (RCD) protected supply. Use of an RCD reduces the risk of electric shock.

Personal safety

a ) 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.
b ) Use personal protective equipment. Always wear eye protection. Protective equipment such as a dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat or hearing protection used for appropriate conditions will reduce personal injuries.
c ) Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is in the off-position before connecting to power source and/or battery pack, picking up or carrying the tool. Carrying power tools with your finger on the switch or energising power tools that have the switch on invites accidents.
d ) Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning the power tool on. A wrench or a key left attached to a rotating part of the power tool may result in personal injury.
e ) Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. This enables better control of the power tool in unexpected situations.
f ) Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewellery or long hair can be caught in moving parts.
g ) 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.
h ) Do not let familiarity gained from frequent use of tools allow you to become complacent and ignore tool safety principles. A careless action can cause severe injury within a fraction of a second.

Power tool use and care

a ) 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.
b ) Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn it on and off. Any power tool that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
c ) Disconnect the plug from the power source and/or remove the battery pack, if detachable, 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.
d ) 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.
e ) Maintain power tools and accessories with care. 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.
f ) Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control.
g ) 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.
h ) Keep handles and grasping surfaces dry, clean and free from oil and grease. Slippery handles and grasping surfaces do not allow safe handling and control of the tool in unexpected situations.

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.

Special Safety Instructions

Hold the power tool by the insulated gripping surfaces when performing an operation where the cutting accessory may contact hidden wiring or its own cord. Contact with a live lead may also make metal power tool parts “live” and lead to an electric shock. Using clamps or other means, fasten and secure the workpiece to a stable base. If you hold the workpiece only with your hand or against your body, it will remain unstable and this could lead to a loss of control. Ensure that the place where you wish to work is free of power cables, gas lines or water pipes (e.g. check using a metal detector). Do not try to saw extremely small workpieces. When sawing, the footplate must make secure contact with the workpiece. When interrupting a cut for any reason, release the trigger and hold the saw motionless in the material until the saw blade comes to a complete stop. Never attempt to remove the saw from the workpiece while the saw blade is in motion or kickback may occur.

Do not switch the machine on while the saw blade is touching the workpiece. Let the saw blade reach full speed before making a cut. When restarting a saw in the workpiece, centre the saw blade in the kerf and check that saw teeth are not engaged into the material. If the saw blade seizes, it may kickback from the workpiece when the saw is restarted. Keep hands well away from the sawing area and the saw blade. Do not reach underneath the workpiece. Remove chips and similar material only with the machine at a standstill. Pull the plug out of the socket before making any adjustments, changing tools, carrying out maintenance or cleaning. Danger of injury due to the sharp jigsaw blade. After stopping work, the jigsaw blade may still be hot. Wear protective gloves.

Reducing dust exposure:
Some of the dust created using this power tool may contain chemicals known to cause cancer, allergic reaction, respiratory disease, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some examples of these chemicals are: Lead from leadbased paints, crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products, arsenic and chromium from chemically-treated lumber, hard wood like oak or beech, metals, asbestos. The risk from exposure to such substance will depends on how long you or bystanders are being exposed. Do not let particles enter the body. To reduce your exposure to these substances: work in a well ventilated area, and work with approved safety equipment, such as dust masks that are specially designed to filter out microscopic particles. Observe the relevant guidelines for your material, staff, application and place of application (e.g. occupational health and safety regulations, disposal). Collect the particles generated at the source, avoid deposits in the surrounding area. Use only suitable accessories. In this way, fewer particles enter the environment in an uncontrolled manner. Use a suitable extraction unit Reduce dust exposure with the following measures:

do not direct the escaping particles and the exhaust air stream at yourself or nearby persons or on dust deposits.
Use an extraction unit and/or air purifiers.
Ensure good ventilation of the workplace and
keep clean using a vacuum cleaner. Sweeping or blowing stirs up dust.
Vacuum or wash the protective clothing. Do not blow, beat or brush.

Overview

Clamping lever for securing the saw blade
Saw blade clamping fixture
Saw blade support roller
Saw blade *
Screw for adjusting the footplate
Footplate
Anti-splintering footplate insert *
Protective rod for preventing unintentional contact with the saw blade
Protective cap
Adjustment lever for pendulum motion
Switch button on the chip blower
Slide switch
Handle
Extractor connection piece *
Setting wheel for speed adjustment
Hexagon spanner
Wrench depot
Curved support plate indicating preset cutting angle

depending on equipment/not in scope of delivery

Initial Operation

Before plugging in, check that the rated mains voltage and mains frequency, as stated on the type plate match your power supply.
Always install an RCD with a maximum trip current of 30 mA upstream.
Never operate the machine without a saw blade.
Pull the plug out of the socket before making any adjustments, changing tools, carrying out maintenance or cleaning.

Fitting the anti-splintering footplate insert
Danger of injury due to the sharp jigsaw blade. Remove the saw blade before fitting the antisplintering footplate insert (7). Turn the machine over so that the footplate faces upwards. Insert the anti-splintering footplate from the front, while noting the following 2 items:

The smooth side of the footplate points upward.
The slot is facing to the rear (towards the mains cable).

If you wish to work with the protective plate attached (see chapter Accessories 10.), insert the antisplintering footplate insert in the protective plate.

Inserting the saw blade
Danger of injury due to the sharp jigsaw blade. After stopping work, the jigsaw blade may still be hot. Wear protective gloves. Use a saw blade that is suitable for the material being sawn

Turn the clamping lever (1) forwards to the stop and hold in place.
Insert the saw blade (4) up to the stop. Ensure that the saw teeth are facing forwards and the blade is seated correctly in the groove on the saw blade support roller (3).
Release the clamping lever (1). (It returns to its initial position by itself. The saw blade is now securely tightened).

Removing the saw blade
Caution : Be careful not to point the jigsaw at anyone when removing it. Turn the clamping lever (1) forward until the stop; the saw blade is ejected as a result of spring force.

Sawing with dust extraction

Fit the extractor connection piece (14). Connect a suitable extraction device.
For optimum dust extraction performance, push the protective cap (9) downward.
Switch off the chip blower (see chapter 7.1).

Sawing without dust extraction
Work with the protective cap (9) pushed up.

Diagonal cuts
Push the protective cap (9) upwards, remove the anti-splintering footplate (7). These parts cannot be used for diagonal cuts.

Slacken the screw (5).
Slid the footplate (6) forwards slightly and turn.
Subsequently push the footplate insert (6) towards the back into one of the notches (45° angle, 0° angle). The preset angle is indicated on the curved support plate (18) on the footplate. Adjust to different angles using an angle gage.
Tighten the screw (5) again.

Sawing close to the wall
Push the protective cap (9) upwards, remove the anti-splintering footplate insert (7), circular-cutting and parallel guide. These parts cannot be used when sawing close to the wall.

Slacken the screw (5) until the footplate (6) can be raised slightly.
Raise the footplate (6) slightly and slide backwards up to the stop.
Tighten the screw (5) again.

Use

Chip blower
Optional blower for a clear view of the cutting line.

On :Press the switch button (11) on the left side of the machine. (look for the symbol).
Off :Press the switch button (11) on the right side of the machine. (look for the symbol).

Adjusting the pendulum motion
Set the required pendulum motion using the adjustment lever (10). Position “0” = pendulum motion is switched offPosition “III” = maximum pendulum motion See page 3 for recommend setting values. The best way to determine the ideal setting is through a practical trial.

On/Off switch, continuous activation
Avoid inadvertent starts: always switch the tool off when the plug is removed from the mains socket or if there has been a power cut. In continuous operation, the machine continues running if it is forced out of your hands. Therefore always hold the machine with both hands using the handle provided, stand securely and concentrate.

Switching on : push the sliding switch (12) forwards. For continuous operation, now tilt it downwards until it engages.
Switching off : press the rear end of the slide switch (12) and release it.

Cleaning, Maintenance

Clean the machine regularly. This includes vacuum cleaning the ventilation louvres on the motor. Clean the saw blade clamping fixture (2) regularly and thoroughly by blowing with compressed air. If necessary, clean the openings behind the saw blade support roller (3). Apply a drop of oil to the saw blade support roller (3) from time to time.

Tips and Tricks

Plunging
The jigsaw blade can plunge into workpieces made from thin, soft materials without the necessity of drilling a hole beforehand. Only use short saw blades. Only at 0° angle setting. See illustration on page 2. Set the adjustment lever (10) to the “0” position (pendulum motion is deactivated). Position the jigsaw with the front edge of the footplate (6) on the workpiece. Hold the operating jigsaw firmly and guide slowly downwards. Once the saw blade has penetrated the workpiece, the pendulum motion can be activated. In thicker workpieces, a hole for inserting the saw blade must be drilled first.

Accessories

Use only genuine Metabo accessories. Use only accessories that fulfil the requirements and specifications listed in these operating instructions. Fit accessories securely. If the machine is operated in a holder: secure the machine well. Loss of control can cause personal injury. See page 4.

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A Circular-cutting and parallel guide
B Protective plate (prevents workpieces with sensitive surfaces from becoming scratched)

Attaching the circular-cutting and parallel guide
For sawing circles (dia. 100 – 360 mm) and making cuts parallel with edges (max. 210 mm).

Attach circular guide

Slide the rod on the circular-cutting and parallel guide sideways into the footplate (centre point (c) faces downwards).
Set the desired radius (d).
Tighten screw (b).
Turn the button in such a way that the rear centre point (c) in direction of sawing is extended. Insertit into the centre of the circle.

Attach parallel guide

Slide the rod on the circular cutting and parallel guide sideways into the footplate (the centre point (c) faces upwards).
Set the dimension (e)
Tighten screw (b).

In order to minimise saw blade drifting, we recommend using extra-thick saw blades: 6.23694, 6.23679, 6.23685 For a complete range of accessories, see www.metabo.com or the catalogue

Repairs

Repairs to electrical tools must ONLY be carried out by qualified electricians! Contact your local Metabo representative if you have Metabo power tools requiring repairs. See www.metabo.com for addresses. You can download a list of spare parts from www.metabo.com.

Environmental Protection

Observe national regulations on environmentally compatible disposal and on the recycling of disused machines, packaging and accessories. Only for EU countries: never dispose of power tools in your household waste! Used power tools must be collected separately and handed in for environmentally compatible recycling in accordance with European Directive 2002/96/EC on waste electrical and electronic equipment and its implementation in national legal systems.

Technical Specifications

Explanatory notes on the specifications on page 3. Subject to change in accordance with technical progress.

T1 =Maximum material thickness in wood
T2 =Maximum material thickness in nonferrous metals
T3 =Maximum material thickness in sheet steel
n0 =Stroke rate at idle speed
P1 =Rated input power
P2 =Power output
m =Weight without mains cable

Measured values determined in conformity with EN 60745. Machine in protection class II ~ AC Power The technical specifications quoted are subject to tolerances (in compliance with the relevant valid standards).

Emission values
These values make it possible to assess the emissions from the power tool and to compare different power tools. The actual load may be higher or lower depending on the operating conditions, the condition of the power tool or the accessories. Please allow for breaks and periods when the load is lower for assessment purposes. Arrange protective measures for the user, such as organisational measures based on the adjusted estimates.

Vibration total value (vector sum of three directions) determined in accordance with EN 60745