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To make sharp corners, cut up to the corner,
then back up slightly before rounding the
corner. After the opening is complete, go back
JA1010 CIRCLE AND PARALLEL
CUTTING GUIDE
The JA1010 is used for fast and accurate
straight and circle cutting. It includes the
guide, two clamps for attaching it to the jig
saw (A), and a center pin for guiding circle
cuts (B). The clamps and the centering pin
can be stored on the guide (Fig. 11).
B
One end of the clamp is used to attach the
guide's bar to jig saws that have narrow tops
on their footplate mounting slots (C) and the
other end is used to attach the guide's bar to
jig saws that have wide tops on their footplate
mounting slots (D) (Fig. 12).
C
When possible, attach the bar to the jig saw
using both clamps for enhanced grip and
precision.
ATTACHING GUIDE TO JIG SAW
1. Orient the blade clamp so that the proper
end is placed on the jig saw foot from
either side of the tool.
FIG. 11
A
FIG. 12
D
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to each corner and cut it from the opposite
direction to square it off.
2. Insert guide bar through a clamp, then
through the slots provided in foot, with the
guide's fence orientated correctly for the
intended application, parallel cutting or
circle cutting. (If possible, place second
clamp on bar from opposite side of jig
saw.)
3. Place lock knob(s) on proper side of
clamp(s) and securely tighten lock knob(s)
on the clamp(s) (Fig. 13).
1
3
2
PARALLEL CUTTING
Parallel cuts can be made from 5/8" to 6" in
from the edge of the workpiece.
1. The guide fence surface needs to be
positioned ALONGSIDE the workpiece
(Fig. 14).
2. Hook clamp(s) onto footplate, adjust fence
to desired width and place lock knob(s) on
proper side of clamp(s)
3. Securely tighten lock knob(s) on the
clamp(s) (Fig. 13).
FIG. 13
FIG. 14