Black & Decker 7504 User Manual

INSTRUCTIONS
Blacks Decker
DOUBLE INSULATED
No. 7504 JIG SAW
Capacity : 1" hardwood - 1 ½" softwood
120 Volts, 50 / 60 Hz
(normal house current)
SAFETY RULES FOR POWER TOOLS
I. KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas and benches invite
accidents.
2. AVOID DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT . Don't expose power tools to
rain. Don 't use power tools in damp or wet locations. And keep work
area well lit.
3. KEEP CHILDREN AWAY. All visitors should be kept safe distance
from work area .
4.
STORE IDLE TOOLS. When not in use, tools should be stored in dry,
high or locked-up place - out of reach of children.
5. DON'T FORCE TO'OL. It will do the job better and safer at the rate
for which it was designed.
6. USE RIGHT TOOL. Don't force small tool or attachment to do the
job of a heavy duty tool.
7. WEAR PROPER APPAREL. No loose clothing or jewelry to get
caught in moving parts. Rubber gloves and footwear are recom-
mended when working outdoors.
8. USE SAFETY GLASSES. Use safety glasses with most tools . Also
face or dust mask if cutting operation is dusty .
9. DON 'T ABUSE CORD . Never carry tool by cord or yank it to dis·
connect from receptacle . Keep cord from heat , oil and sharp edges .
10 . SECURE WORK. Use clamps or a vise to hold work. It's safer
than using your hand and ii frees both hands to operate tool.
11. DON'T OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
12 . MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep tools sharp at all times , and
clean for best and safest performance . Follow instructions for
lubricating and changing accessories.
13. DISCONNECT TOOLS. When not in use , before servicing; when
changing accessories such as blades , bits, cutters , etc .
14 . REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES . Form habit of check -
ing to see that keys and adjusting wrenches are removed from tool
before turning it on .
15 . AVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING . Don't carry plugged-in tool with
finger on switch. Be sure switch is off when plugging in .
16. OUTDOOR USE EXTENSION CORDS . When tool is used outdoors,
use only extension cords suitable for use outdoors and so marked .
17 . KEEP HANDS AWAY from cuting area . Never reach underneath
the material for any reason .
18 . KEEP BLADE SHARP. Dull blades may cause the saw to swerve
or stall under pressure .
19 . DO NOT OPERATE portable electric tools in gaseous or explosive
atmospheres . Motors in these tools normally spark, and the sparks
might ignite fumes .
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Black and Decker Manufacturing Company, Towson, Maryland, U.S.A.
Your Jif Saw is DOUBLE-INSULATED for added protection against
injury resulting from a possible electrical insulation failure within
the tool. CAUTION: When servicing, use only identical replacement
parts . Replace or repair damaged cords.
EXTENSION CORDS must be of adequate size to prevent loss of power
and overheating . For extensions up to 75 feet long, the wires in
the cord must be at least 18 - gauge. For 75 to 100 feet extensions,
heavier 16-gauge wire is required .
ATTACHING EXTENSION CORD. To pre•
vent disconnection of the tool's power
cord from the extension cord do either
of the following: (I) Use Accessory Cat .
No . U3339 Cord Connector A (available
at small extra cost) . Push tool plug
through short slot in Connector . Push
end of extension cord through long
slot and tie knot in cord as shown. For convenience , leave Connector
on tool plug . OR (2) Tie cords together as in B. NOTE : Use only
round jacketed Extension Cord .
CAUTION: Recommended saw blades and accessories for your Saw
are listed in Black & Decker Consumer Products Catalogs. The use
of any other accessory or attachment mi hi be hazardous .
ATTACHING BLADES
Disconnect tool from extension
cord or w a ll receptacle. Loosen
screw at side of chuck with
screwdriver (Fig. 1) . Insert blade
in chuck as far as it will go
(about
1
/2" ). Tighten screw until
it is firm against blade.
SWITCH
Push Switch Button forward to
turn tool " ON " ( Fig . 2). Push •
Swit ch Button backward toward
ele c tric cord to turn tool " OFF".
CAUTION: Be sure switch is in
" OFF" ppsition before plugging
electric c ord into power supply .
WOOD CUTTING (Fig. 3)
Be sure boc>rd is firmly posi -
tioned . Hold Jig Saw by the con -
venier:it
overhead handle and
operate switch to turn the unit
on . Place front of shoe on ma-
terial to be cut and hold Jig Saw
shoe down firmly against the
wood while cutting . Don't force
the tool; let the blade cut at its
own speed . Whenever possible,
cla mp or support work c lose to
the line of cut. When the cut is
co mpleted , shut off power and
lay the saw aside before loosen -
i
ng the work .
FIG. 3

Black & Decker 7504 Specifications

General

Type	Jigsaw
Voltage	120V
Power Source	Corded Electric
Amperage	4.5 amps
Speed	0-3, 000 spm
Blade Type	T-Shank

Summary

Safety Rules for Power Tools

Keep Work Area Clean

Cluttered areas and benches invite accidents.

Avoid Dangerous Environment

Do not expose power tools to rain or use in damp/wet locations. Keep work area well lit.

Keep Children Away

Ensure all visitors maintain a safe distance from the work area.

Store Idle Tools

Store tools in a dry, high, or locked-up place out of reach of children when not in use.

Don't Force Tool

Use the tool at its designed rate for better and safer performance.

Use Right Tool

Do not force a small tool or attachment to do the job of a heavy-duty tool.

Wear Proper Apparel

Avoid loose clothing or jewelry; wear rubber gloves and footwear outdoors.

Use Safety Glasses

Always wear safety glasses; use a face or dust mask for dusty cutting operations.

Don't Abuse Cord

Never carry the tool by the cord or yank it to disconnect. Keep cord from heat, oil, sharp edges.

Secure Work

Use clamps or a vise to hold work for safer operation and free hands.

Don't Overreach

Maintain proper footing and balance at all times.

Maintain Tools With Care

Keep tools sharp, clean, lubricated, and follow accessory instructions.

Disconnect Tools

Disconnect tools before servicing or changing accessories.

Remove Adjusting Keys and Wrenches

Form a habit of checking that keys and wrenches are removed before turning on.

Avoid Accidental Starting

Don't carry a plugged-in tool with finger on switch. Ensure switch is off when plugging in.

Outdoor Use Extension Cords

Use only outdoor-suitable, marked extension cords for outdoor use.

Keep Hands Away From Cutting Area

Never reach underneath material for any reason.

Keep Blade Sharp

Dull blades can cause the saw to swerve or stall under pressure.

Do Not Operate in Gaseous Atmospheres

Avoid operating in explosive atmospheres as tool sparks may ignite fumes.

Extension Cords

Attaching Extension Cord

Connect tool cord to extension cord using Accessory Cat. No. U3339 or by tying cords together.

Attaching Blades

Blade Attachment Process

Disconnect tool, loosen chuck screw, insert blade, and tighten screw firmly.

Switch Operation

Turning Tool On and Off

Push switch button forward to turn ON, backward to turn OFF. Ensure OFF before plugging in.

Wood Cutting

Wood Cutting Procedure

Position board, hold saw by overhead handle, lower blade into material, and let blade cut.

Metal Cutting

Metal Cutting Technique

Clamp wood/plywood to metal sheet for clean cuts. Use finer blades for ferrous, coarser for non-ferrous metals.

Pocket Cutting

Pocket Cutting Procedure

Measure and mark, tip saw forward, switch on, lower blade to cut material smoothly.

Rip & Circle Cutting

Using Rip Fence and Circle Guide

Accessory U-2151 for ripping and circle cutting. Details on attachment and use.

Cleaning & Lubrication

Tool Cleaning

Use mild soap and damp cloth. Never get liquid inside the tool.

Lubrication Requirements

Tool has self-lubricating bearings; annual service recommended for gear case.

Maintenance and Repairs

Authorized Service

Repairs, maintenance, and adjustments should be done by Black & Decker Service Centers.

Home Use Warranty

Warranty Coverage

One-year warranty against defects in material or workmanship; covers free replacement or repair.