Makita 4301BV User Manual

Jig

Saw

MODEL

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

4301BV

Variable Speed

SPEC

IF

I

CAT

IONS

Length

of

stroke

Manufacturer reserves the rlght to change specifications wlthout notice.

*

Note: Specifications may differ from country to country.

Wood

Max cutting capacities

at

90'

1

Wood

at

45'

1

Steel at

90'

Strokes Overall Net

per

mln

I

length

1

weight

IMPORTANT

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING:

(For

WHEN USING ELECTRIC TOOLS, BASIC SAFE-

All Tools)

TY PRECAUTIONS SHOULD ALWAYS BE FOLLOWED TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, AND PERSONAL INJURY, INCLUDING THE FOLLOWING:

READ

1. KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas and benches invite injuries.

2.

3. KEEP CHILDREN AWAY. All visitors should be kept away from work area.

4.

5.

6.

7.

8.

9.

10.

11.

12.

13.

ALL

CONSIDER WORK AREA ENVIRONMENT. Don’t use power tools wet locations. Keep work area well lit. Don’t expose power tools to rain. Don’t use tool in presence of flammable liquids or gases.

Don’t let visitors contact tool or extension cord. STORE IDLETOOLS. When not

or locked-up place DON’T FORCE TOOL.

it was intended. USE RIGHT TOOL. Don’t force small tool or attachment to

heavy-duty tool. Don’t use tool for purpose not intended; for example, don’t use circular saw for cutting tree limbs or logs.

DRESS PROPERLY. Don’t wear loose clothing or jewelry.They can be caught

in

moving parts. Rubber gloves and non-skid footwear are recommended

when working outdoors. Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair. USE SAFETY GLASSES. Also use face or dust mask if cutting operation is

dusty. DON’T ABUSE CORD. Never carry tool by cord or yank

receptacle. Keep cord from heat, oil, and sharp edges. SECURE WORK. Use clamps or a vise to hold work. It’s safer than using

your hand and it frees both hands to operate tool. DON’T OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and balance at MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep tools sharp and clean for better and

safer performance. Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories. Inspect tool cords periodically and if damaged, have repaired by authorized service facility. Inspect extension cords periodically and replace if damaged. Keep handles dry, clean, and free from oil and grease.

DISCONNECTTOOLS. When not

accessories, such as blades, bits, cutters.

INSTRUCTIONS.

in

use, tools should be stored

-

out of reach of children.

It

will

do

the job better and safer at the rate for which

in

use, before servicing, and when changin!

in

damp or

in

dry, and high

do

the job of a

it

to disconnect from

all

times.

2

Total Length

0

-

25 26-50 51-100 1101-150

Ampere Rating

More

Not

-

More

Than

10

12

16

18 16 16 14 18 16 14 12 16 16 14 12 14 12

Than

0-6

6

10

12

17.

OUTDOOR USE EXTENSION CORDS. When tool is used outdoors, use only extension cords intended for use outdoors and

of

AWG

Cord

Not

in Feet

recommended

so

marked.

18. STAY ALERT. Watch what you are doing, use common sense. Don’t operate tool when you are tired.

19. CHECK DAMAGED PARTS. Before further use of the tool, a guard or other

part that is damaged should be carefully checked to determine that it will

operate properly and perform its intended function. Check for alignment of

moving parts, binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, mounting, and any

other conditions that may affect its operation.

A

guard or other part that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced by an authorized service center unless otherwise indicated elsewhere in this instruction manual. Have defective switches replaced by an authorized service center. Don’t use tool if the switch does not turn it on and

off.

20. GUARD AGAINST ELECTRIC SHOCK. Prevent body contact with grounded surfaces. For example; pipes, radiators, ranges, refrigerator enclosures.

21. REPLACEMENT PARTS. When servicing, use only identical replacement parts.

22. POLARIZED PLUGS.To reduce the risk of electric shock, this equipment has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). This plug will fit

in

polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to install the proper outlet. Do not change the plug

in

any way.

3

a

VOLTAGE WARNING:

outlet, etc.) be sure the voltage supplied nameplate of the tool. A power source with voltage greater than that specified for the tool can result in SERIOUS INJURY to the user-as well as damage to the tool. If in doubt, voltage less than the nameplate rating is harmful to the motor.

Before connecting the tool to a power source (receptacle,

is

the same as that specified on the

DO

NOT PLUG

IN

THE TOOL.

Using a power source with

ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES

1,

Avoid cutting nails. Inspect for and remove all nails from fore operation.

2.

Don't cut hollow pipe.

3.

Do

not cut oversize workpiece.

4.

Check for the proper clearance beneath the workpiece before cutting

the

blade will not strike the floor, workbench, etc.

5.

Hold

the

tool firmly.

6.

Make sure the blade is not contacting turned on.

7.

Keep hands away from moving parts.

8.

When cutting through walls, floors or wherever "live" electrical wires may be encountered,

Hold

the

tool only

if you cut through a "live" wire.

9.

Do

not leave

IO.

Always switch off and wait for the blade to come to a complete stop before removing the blade from the workpiece.

11.

Do

not touch the blade or

may be extremely hot and could burn your skin.

DO

NOT TOUCH ANY METAL PARTS

by

the insulated grasping surfaces to prevent electric shock

the

tool running. Operate the tool only when hand-held.

the

workpiece immediately after operation; they

the

workpiece before the switch is

the

workpiece be-

OF

THE TOOL!

so

that

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.

4

Installing Makita jig saw blade

CAUTION

Always be sure that the tool

the blade.

Use the hex wrench to loosen the bolt,

With the blade teeth facing forward, insert the blade into the blade holder

it

will go.

Make sure that the back edge of the blade fits into the roller and tighten the bolt securely with the hex wrench.

:

is

switched off and unplugged before installing or removing

as

far

as

CAUTION

Use a lubricant or cutting oil between the blade and roller when cutting iron or composition board, etc. Failure to do

:

so

will shorten the service life of your blade and roller.