metabo STE 95 Quick Pendulum Jigsaw Instruction Manual

: October 30, 2023
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metabo STE 95 Quick Pendulum Jigsaw Instruction Manual

metabo STE 95 Quick Pendulum Jigsaw Instruction Manual
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metabo STE 95 Quick Pendulum Jigsaw - Overview

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.

For UK only:
We as manufacturer and authorized person to compile the technical file, see 4) on page 3, hereby declare under sole responsibility that these jig saws, identified by type and serial number 1) on page 3 of the Original Instructions, fulfil all relevant provisions of following UK Regulations S.I. 2016/ 1091, S.I. 2008/1597, S.I. 2012/3032 and Designated Standards *3) on 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 electrical 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.

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. Pass on your electrical tool only together with these documents.

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).

During work, the workpiece must lay flat and be secured against moving, e.g. using clamps.

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, center 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, converting or servicing the machine.

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 :

WARNING – Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction activities contains chemicals known to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some examples of these chemicals are:

– Lead from lead-based paints,
– Crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products, and
– Arsenic and chromium from chemically treated lumber.

Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on how often you do this type of work. To reduce your exposure to these chemicals: work in a well ventilated area, and work with approved safety equipment, such as those dust masks that are specially designed to filter out microscopic particles.

This also applies to dust from other materials such as some timber types (like oak or beech dust), metals, asbestos. Other known diseases are e.g. allergic reactions, respiratory diseases. Do not let dust enter the body.

Observe the relevant guidelines and national regulations 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 suitable accessories for special work. 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.
– clothing. Do not blow, beat or brush.

Overview

See page 2.

1 Clamping lever for securing the saw blade
2 Saw blade clamping fixture
3 Saw blade support roller
4 Saw blade
5 Screw for adjusting the footplate
6 Footplate
7 Anti-splintering footplate insert
8 Protective rod for preventing unintentional contact with the saw blade
9 Protective cap
10 Lock button for continuous operation (only STEB 100 Quick)
11 Adjustment lever for pendulum motion
12 Switch button on the chip blower
13 Switch
14 Handle
15 Extractor connection piece *
16 Setting wheel for speed adjustment
17 Hexagon spanner
18 Wrench depot
19 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 anti-splintering 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 ant splintering 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 (15). 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 (19) 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 (12) on the left side of the machine. (look for the symbol).
Off: Press the switch button (12) on the right side of the machine. (look for the symbol).

Adjusting the pendulum motion

Set the required pendulum motion using the adjustment lever (11).

Position “0” = pendulum motion is switched off
. . .
Position “III” = maximum pendulum motion See page 3 for recommend setting values.

The best way to determine the ideal setting is through a practical trial.

Setting maximum speed

Set the machine to maximum speed using the setting wheel (16). This can also be done during operation.

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.

STE 95/ 100 Quick:
Switching on : Press (13) switch. For continuous operation, tilt it downwards until it engages.
Switching off : Press the rear end of the switch (13) and release it.

STEB 100 Quick :
Switching on : Press (13) switch.
Switching off : Release switch (13) .

The trigger switch (13) can be locked using the lock button (10) for continuous operation. Press the trigger switch (13) again to stop the machine.

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 (11) 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.

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 (see Fig. I)
– 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. Insert it into the centre of the circle.

Attach parallel guide (see Fig. II)
– 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.

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.

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Germany
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