BLACK DECKER REVJ12C Reviva 12V Cordless Jigsaw Instruction Manual

: June 9, 2024
: Black Decker

BLACK DECKER REVJ12C Reviva 12V Cordless Jigsaw

Product Information

The BLACK+DECKER REVJ12C jigsaw is a power tool designed for sawing wood, plastics, and sheet metal. This tool is intended for consumer use only.

Product Usage Instructions

Safety Instructions
Before using the jigsaw, read all safety warnings, instructions, illustrations, and specifications provided with the power tool. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire, and/or serious injury. Save all warnings and instructions for future reference.

General Power Tool Safety Warnings

Work Area Safety
- Keep work area clean and well-lit. Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents.
- Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases, or dust. Power tools create sparks that may ignite the dust or fumes.
- Keep children and bystanders away while operating a power tool. Distractions can cause you to lose control.
Electrical Safety
- 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 the risk of electric shock.
Personal Safety
- 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.
Power Tool Use and Care
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- Maintain power tools and accessories. 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.
- Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control.
- Keep handles and grasping surfaces dry, clean, and free from oil and grease. Slippery handles and grasping surfaces do not allow for safe handling and control of the tool in unexpected situations.
Battery Tool Use and Care
- Use only the battery pack supplied 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.
- Use of any other battery packs may create a hazardous situation.
- When the 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.
- 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.
- Do not use a battery pack or tool that is damaged or modified. Damaged or modified batteries may exhibit unpredictable behavior resulting in fire, explosion, or risk of injury.

Intended use
Your BLACK+DECKER REVJ12C jigsaw has been designed for sawing wood, plastics and sheet metal. This tool is intended for consumer use only.

Safety instructions

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 warnings and instructions for future reference.
The term “power tool” in all of the warnings refers to your mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery operated (cordless) power tool.

Work area safety

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

Electrical safety

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

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.
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.
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.
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.
Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. This enables better control of the power tool in unexpected situations.
Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery. Keep your hair and clothing away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewellery or long hair can be caught in moving parts.
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.
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

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.
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.
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.
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.
Maintain power tools and accessories. Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts and any other condition that may affect the power tools operation. If damaged, have the power tool repaired before use.
Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained power tools.
Keep cutting tools sharp and clean.
Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control.
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.
Keep handles and grasping surfaces dry, clean and free from oil and grease.
Slippery handles and grasping surfaces do not allow for safe handling and control of the tool in unexpected situations.

Battery tool use and care

Recharge only with the charger specified by the manufacturer.
A charger that is suitable for one type of another battery pack. battery packs.
Use power tools only with specifically designated battery packs.
Use of any other battery packs may create
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.
Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected from the battery; avoid contact. If contact accidentally additionally seek medical help.
Liquid ejected from the battery may cause irritation or burns.
Do not use a battery pack or tool that is damaged or of injury.
excessive temperature. above 130 °C may cause an explosion.
Follow all charging instructions and do not charge the battery pack or tool outside the temperature range specified in the instructions.
Charging improperly or at temperatures outside the specified range may damage the battery and increase the risk of fir

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.
Never service damaged battery packs.
Service of battery packs should only be performed by the manufacturer or authorized service providers.

Additional power tool safety warnings
Warning! Additional safety warnings for jigsaws and reciprocating saws.

Hold the power tool by insulated gripping surfaces, when performing an operation where the cutting accessory may contact hidden wiring.
Cutting accessory contacting a “live” wire may make exposed metal parts of the power tool “live” and could give the operator an electric shock.
Use clamps or another practical way to secure and support the workpiece to a stable platform.
Holding the workpiece by hand or against your body leaves it unstable and may lead to loss of control..
Keep hands away from cutting area.
Never reach underneath the workpiece any reason. Do not insert fingers or thumb into the vicinity of the reciprocating blad and blade clamp. Do not stabilize the saw by gripping the shoe.
Keep blades sharp.
Dull or damaged blades may cause the saw to swerve or stall under pressure. Always use the appropriate type of saw blade for the workpiece material and type of cut.
When cutting pipe or conduit, make sure that they are free from water, electrical wiring, etc.
Do not touch the workpiece or the blade immediately after operating the tool. They can become very hot.
Be aware of hidden hazards, before cutting into walls, floors or ceilings, check for the location of wiring and pipes.
The blade will continue to move after releasing the switch. Always switch the tool off and wait for the saw blade to come to a complete standstill before putting the tool down.
Warning! Contact with, or inhalation of dust arising from cutting applications may endanger the health of the operator and possible bystanders. Wear a dust mask specifically designed for protection against dust and fumes and ensure that persons within or entering the work area are also protected.
The intended use is described in this instruction manual.
The use of any accessory or attachment or performance of any operation with this tool other than those recommended in this instruction manual may present a risk of personal injury and/or damage to property.

Safety of others

This tool is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.

Residual risks

Additional residual risks may arise when using the tool which may not be included in the enclosed safety warnings. These risks can arise from misuse, prolonged use, etc. Even with the application of the relevant safety regulations and the implementation of safety devices, certain residual risks can not be avoided. These include:

Injuries caused by touching any rotating/moving parts.
Injuries caused when changing any parts, blades or accessories.
Injuries caused by prolonged use of a tool. When using any tool for prolonged periods ensure you take regular breaks.
Impairment of hearing.
Health hazards caused by breathing dust developed when using your tool (example:- working with wood, especially oak, beech and MDF.)

Vibration

The declared vibration emission values stated in the technical data and the declaration of conformity have been measured in accordance with a standard test method provided by EN62841 and may be used for comparing one tool with another. The declared vibration emission value may also be used in a preliminary assessment of exposure.

Warning!
The vibration emission value during actual use of the power tool can differ from the declared value depending on the ways in which the tool is used. The vibration level may increase above the level stated.

When assessing vibration exposure to determine safety measures required by 2002/44/EC to protect persons regularly using power tools in employment, an estimation of vibration exposure should consider, the actual conditions of use and the way the tool is used, including taking account of all parts of the operating cycle such as the times when the tool is switched off and when it is running idle in addition to the trigger time.

Labels on tool
The following pictograms along with the date code are shown on the tool:

Warning!
To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read the instruction manual.

Additional safety instructions for batteries

Batteries

Never attempt to open for any reason.
Do not expose the battery to water.
Do not store in locations where the temperature may exceed 40 °C.
Charge only at ambient temperatures between 10 °C and 40 °C.
Charge only using the charger provided with the tool
When disposing of batteries, follow the instructions given in the section “Protecting the environment”.
Do not attempt to charge damaged batteries.

Electrical safety
Your charger is double insulated; therefore no earth wire is required. Always check that the mains voltage corresponds to the voltage on the rating plate. Never attempt to replace the charger unit with a regular mains plug.

If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or an authorized BLACK+DECKER Service Centre in order to avoid a hazard.

Warning!
Never attempt to replace the charger unit with a regular mains plug.

Features

This tool includes some or all of the following features.

Variable speed trigger switch
Lock-off button
Saw blade locking lever
Blade clamp
Blade support roller
Shoe plate
Charging port
Charger

Assembly

Warning! Before assembly, ensure the lock-off button is in the locked position.

Charging the battery (fig. A)

The integral battery needs to be charged before first use and whenever it fails to produce sufficient power on jobs that were easily done before. The battery may become warm while charging; this is normal and does not indicate a problem.

Warning!
Do not charge the battery at ambient temperatures below 10 °C or above 40 °C. Recommended charging temperature: approx. 24 °C.

Note:
The charger will not charge a battery if the cell temperature is below approximately 10 °C or above 40 °C. The integral battery should be left connected to the charger and the charger will begin to charge automatically when the cell temperature warms up or cools down.

Insert the charging connector (8) into the charging port (7).
Plug in the charging connector (8).
Leave the tool connected to the charger for around 4 hours.

Fitting and removing the saw blade (fig. B)

Hold the saw blade (9) with the teeth facing forward.
Lift the saw blade locking lever (3) upwards.
Insert the shank of the blade fully into the blade clamp (4) as far as it will go.
Release the lever.
To remove the saw blade (9), lift the saw blade locking lever (3) upwards and pull the blade out.

Switching on and off (fig. C)

To switch on, slide the lock off switch (2) to the left then pull and hold the variable on/off trigger switch (1). The speed is determined by the amount the trigger switch is pulled
To switch off, release the trigger switch (1).

Warning!

Do not switch the tool on or off while under load.
Always slide the lock off switch (2) to the right, the locked position when the tool is not in use.

Sawing

Always hold the tool with both hands.
Let the blade run freely for a few seconds before starting the cut.
Apply only a gentle pressure to the tool while performing the cut.
If possible, work with the shoe plate (6) pressed against the workpiece. This will improve tool control and reduce tool vibration, as well as prevent the blade from being damaged.

Sawing laminates
As the saw blade cuts on the upward stroke, splintering may occur on the surface closest to the shoe plate.

Use a fine-tooth saw blade
Saw from the back surface of the workpiece.
To minimise splintering, clamp a piece of scrap wood or hardboard to both sides of the workpiece and saw through this sandwich.

Sawing metal
Be aware that sawing metal takes much more time than sawing wood.

Use a saw blade suitable for sawing metal. Use a fine-tooth saw blade for ferrous metals and a coarser saw blade for non-ferrous metals.
When cutting thin sheet metal, clamp a piece of scrap wood to the back surface of the workpiece and cut through this sandwich.
Spread a film of oil along the intended line of cut

Accessories
The performance of your tool depends on the accessory used. BLACK+DECKER accessories are engineered to high quality standards and designed to enhance the performance of your tool. By using these accessories you will get the very best from your tool. This tool is suitable both for U-shank and T-shank saw blades

Maintenance

Your BLACK+DECKER tool has been designed to operate over a long period of time with a minimum of maintenance. Continuous satisfactory operation depends upon proper tool care and regular cleaning.

Your charger does not require any maintenance apart from regular cleaning.

Warning!
Before performing any maintenance on the tool, remove the battery from the tool. Unplug the charger before cleaning it.

Regularly clean the ventilation slots in your tool and charger using a soft brush or dry cloth.
Regularly clean the motor housing using a damp cloth. Do not use any abrasive or solvent-based cleaner.
Regularly tap bit holder to remove any dust from the interior

Protecting the environment
Separate collection. Products and batteries Z marked with this symbol must not be disposed of with normal household waste.. Products and batteries contain materials that can be recovered or recycled reducing the demand for raw materials. Please recycle electrical products and batteries according to local provisions. Further information is available at www.2helpU.com

Technical data

REVJ12C

Voltage| VDC| 12v
No-load speed| Min-1| 0-2800/min
Stroke Length| mm| 16mm
Max depth of cut:| |
Wood| mm| wood – 52mm
Steel| mm| steel – 5mm
Aluminium| mm| aluminium – 17mm
Weight| kg| 1.166
Level of sound pressure according to EN62841:

Power level, LWA 85,0 dB(A). Uncertainty, KWA, 5 dB(A)
Sound pressure LpA 74,0 dB(A) . Uncertainty, KpA,5 dB(A)
Vibration total values (triaxial vector sum) determined according to EN62841:

Cutting board (ah, B) 9,2 m/s2, uncertainty (K) 1,5 m/s2
Cutting sheet metal (ah, M) 12,5 m/s2, uncertainty (K) 1,5 m/s2

Supply of Machinery (Safety) Regulations 2008

Black & Decker declares that these products described under “technical data” are in compliance with:
The Supply of Machinery (Safety) Regulations, 2008, S.I. 2008/1597 (as amended), EN62841-1:2015, EN 62841-2-11:2016+A1:2020.

These products conform to the following UK Regulations:
Electromagnetic Compatibility Regulations, 2016, S.I.2016/1091 (as amended). The Restriction of the Use of Certain Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic Equipment Regulations 2012, S.I. 2012/3032 (as amended). For more information, please contact Black & Decker at the following address or refer to the back of the manual.

The undersigned is responsible for the compilation of the technical file and makes this declaration on behalf o Black & Decker

Ed Higgins
Director – Consumer Power Tools
Black & Decker UK, 270 Bath Road, Slough
Berkshire, SL1 4DX
United Kingdom
26/11/2021

The undersigned is responsible for the compilation of the technical file and makes this declaration on behalf of Black & Decke

Patrick Diepenbach
General Manager, Benelux
Black & Decker,
Egide Walschaertsstraat 14-18
2800 Mechelen, Belgium
26/11/2021

Guarantee

Black & Decker is confident of the quality of its products and offers consumers a 24-month guarantee from the date of purchase. This guarantee is in addition to and in no way prejudices your statutory rights. The guarantee is valid within the territories of the Member States of the European Union and the European Free Trade Area. To claim on the guarantee, the claim must be in accordance with Black & Decker Terms and Conditions and you will need to submit proof of purchase to the seller or an authorised repair agent. Terms and conditions of the Black & Decker 2 year guarantee and the location of your nearest authorised repair agent can be obtained on the Internet at www.2helpU.com, or by contacting your local Black & Decker office at the address indicated in this manual. Please visit our website www.blackanddecker.co.uk to register your new Black & Decker product and receive updates on new products and special offers.

Australia & New Zealand
www.blackanddecker.com.au
www.blackanddecker.co.nz

United Kingdom & Republic Of Ireland
www.blackanddecker.co.uk
emeaservice@sbdinc.com

EC declaration of conformity

MACHINERY DIRECTIVE
REVJ12C Jigsaw Black & Decker declares that these products described under “technical data” are in compliance with: 2006/42/EC, EN62841-1:2015, EN 62841-2- 11:2016+A1:2020.

These products also comply with Directive 2014/30/EU and 2011/65/EU. For more information, please contact Black & Decker at the following address or refer to the back of the manual. Patrick Diepenbach General Manager, Benelux Black & Decker, Egide Walschaertsstraat 14-18 2800 Mechelen, Belgium 26/11/2021