Makita XRJ05 Instruction Manual

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8 ENGLISHNOTE: If you remove the recipro saw blade withoutrotating the blade clamp lever fully, the lever may notbe locked in the released position . In this case,rotate the blade clamp lever fully again, then makesure that the blade clamp lever locked at the releasedposition .NOTE: If the blade clamp lever is positioned insidethe tool, switch on the tool just a second to let theblade out as shown in the figure. Remove the batterycartridge from the tool before installing or removingthe recipro saw blade.OPERATIONCAUTION: Always press the shoe firmlyagainst the workpiece during operation. If theshoe is removed or held away from the workpieceduring operation, strong vibration and/or twisting willbe produced, causing the blade to snap dangerously.CAUTION: Always wear gloves to protect yourhands from hot flying chips when cutting metal.CAUTION: Be sure to always wear suitableeye protection which conforms with currentnational standards.CAUTION: Always use a suitable coolant(cutting oil) when cutting metal. Failure to do so willcause premature blade wear.Press the shoe firmly against the workpiece. Do notallow the tool to bounce. Bring the recipro saw bladeinto light contact with the workpiece. First, make a pilotgroove using a slower speed. Then use a faster speedto continue cutting.MAINTENANCECAUTION: Always be sure that the tool isswitched off and the battery cartridge is removedbefore attempting to perform inspection ormaintenance.NOTICE: Never use gasoline, benzine, thinner,alcohol or the like. Discoloration, deformation orcracks may result.To maintain product SAFETY and RELIABILITY,repairs, any other maintenance or adjustment shouldbe performed by Makita Authorized or Factory ServiceCenters, always using Makita replacement parts.OPTIONALACCESSORIESCAUTION: These accessories or attachmentsare recommended for use with your Makita toolspecified in this manual. The use of any otheraccessories or attachments might present a risk ofinjury to persons. Only use accessory or attachmentfor its stated purpose.If you need any assistance for more details regardingthese accessories, ask your local Makita Service Center.• Recipro saw blades• Makita genuine battery and chargerNOTE: Some items in the list may be included in thetool package as standard accessories. They maydiffer from country to country.MAKITA LIMITED ONE YEARWARRANTYWarranty PolicyEvery Makita tool is thoroughly inspected and testedbefore leaving the factory. It is warranted to be free ofdefects from workmanship and materials for the periodof ONE YEAR from the date of original purchase.Should any trouble develop during this one year period,return the COMPLETE tool, freight prepaid, to oneof Makita’s Factory or Authorized Service Centers. Ifinspection shows the trouble is caused by defectiveworkmanship or material, Makita will repair (or at ouroption, replace) without charge.This Warranty does not apply where:• repairs have been made or attempted by others:• repairs are required because of normal wear and tear:• the tool has been abused, misused or improperlymaintained:• alterations have been made to the tool.IN NO EVENT SHALL MAKITA BE LIABLE FOR ANYINDIRECT, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIALDAMAGES FROM THE SALE OR USE OF THEPRODUCT. THIS DISCLAIMER APPLIES BOTH DURINGAND AFTER THE TERM OF THIS WARRANTY.MAKITA DISCLAIMS LIABILITY FOR ANY IMPLIEDWARRANTIES, INCLUDING IMPLIED WARRANTIESOF "MERCHANTABILITY" AND "FITNESS FOR ASPECIFIC PURPOSE," AFTER THE ONE YEAR TERMOF THIS WARRANTY.This Warranty gives you specific legal rights, and youmay also have other rights which vary from state to state.Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitationof incidental or consequential damages, so the abovelimitation or exclusion may not apply to you. Some statesdo not allow limitation on how long an implied warrantylasts, so the above limitation may not apply to you.