Makita 4324 Instruction Manual

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5000087DirectorMAKITA INTERNATIONAL EUROPE LTD.Michigan Drive, Tongwell, Milton Keynes, Bucks MK158JD, ENGLANDResponsible manufacturer:Makita Corporation Anjo Aichi Japan GEB016-1SPECIFIC SAFETY RULESDO NOT let comfort or familiarity with product(gained from repeated use) replace strict adherenceto jig saw safety rules. If you use this tool unsafelyor incorrectly, you can suffer serious personalinjury.1. Hold power tools by insulated grippingsurfaces when performing an operation wherethe cutting tool may contact hidden wiring orits own cord. Contact with a "live" wire will makeexposed metal parts of the tool "live" and shockthe operator.2. Use clamps or another practical way to secureand support the workpiece to a stable platform.Holding the work by hand or against your bodyleaves it unstable and may lead to loss of control.3. Always use safety glasses or goggles.Ordinary eye or sun glasses are NOT safetyglasses.4. Avoid cutting nails. Inspect workpiece for anynails and remove them before operation.5. Do not cut oversize workpiece.6. Check for the proper clearance beyond theworkpiece before cutting so that the blade willnot strike the floor, workbench, etc.7. Hold the tool firmly.8. Make sure the blade is not contacting theworkpiece before the switch is turned on.9. Keep hands away from moving parts.10. Do not leave the tool running. Operate the toolonly when hand-held.11. Always switch off and wait for the blade tocome to a complete stop before removing theblade from the workpiece.12. Do not touch the blade or the workpieceimmediately after operation; they may beextremely hot and could burn your skin.13. Do not operate the tool at no-loadunnecessarily.14. Some material contains chemicals which maybe toxic. Take caution to prevent dustinhalation and skin contact. Follow materialsupplier safety data.15. Always use the correct dust mask/respiratorfor the material and application you areworking with.SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.WARNING:MISUSE or failure to follow the safety rules stated inthis instruction manual may cause serious personalinjury.FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTIONCAUTION:• Always be sure that the tool is switched off andunplugged before adjusting or checking function onthe tool.Selecting the cutting actionFig.1This tool can be operated with an orbital or a straight line(up and down) cutting action. The orbital cutting actionthrusts the blade forward on the cutting stroke andgreatly increases cutting speed.To change the cutting action, just turn the cutting actionchanging lever to the desired cutting action position.Refer to the table to select the appropriate cutting action.Position Cutting action ApplicationsFor cutting mild steel,stainless steel and plastics.For clean cuts in woodand plywood.Small orbitcutting actionFor cutting mild steel,aluminum and hard wood.For cutting wood andplywood.For fast cutting in aluminumand mild steel.Large orbitcutting actionFor fast cutting in woodand plywood.0 Straight linecutting actionMedium orbitcutting action006582Switch actionFig.2CAUTION:• Before plugging in the tool, always check to seethat the switch trigger actuates properly andreturns to the "OFF" position when released.To start the tool, simply pull the switch trigger. Releasethe switch trigger to stop.For continuous operation, pull the switch trigger andthen push in the lock button.To stop the tool from the locked position, pull the switchtrigger fully, then release it.