Makita 4351CT, 4351T, 4351FCT User Manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL
MANUEL D'INSTRUCTION
MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES

Jig Saw
Scie Sauteuse
Sierra Caladora

4351T
4351CT
4351FCT

IMPORTANT: Read Before Using.
IMPORTANT: Lire avant usage.
IMPORTANTE: Leer antes de usar.

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DOUBLE INSULATION
DOUBLE ISOLATION
DOBLE AISLAMIENTO

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ENGLISH (Original instructions)

SPECIFICATIONS

Model 4351T 4351CT / 4351FCT

Length of stroke 26 mm (1")

Cutting capacities

Strokes per minute 2,800/min. 800 - 2,800/min.

Overall length 271 mm (10-11/16")

Net weight 2.5 kg (5.5 lbs)

• Due to our continuing programme of research and development, the specifications herein are subject to change without notice.

• Specifications may differ from country to country.

• Weight according to EPTA-Procedure 01/2003.

General Power Tool Safety
Warnings

WARNING Read all safety warnings and all

instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and

instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or
serious injury.

Save all warnings and
instructions for future reference.

The term "power tool" in the warnings refers to your
mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated
(cordless) power tool.

Work area safety

1. Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or

dark areas invite accidents.

2. Do not operate power tools in explosive

atmospheres, such as in the presence of
flammable liquids, gases or dust. Power tools

create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes.

3. Keep children and bystanders away while
operating a power tool. Distractions can cause
you to lose control.

Electrical Safety

4. Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never
modify the plug in any way. Do not use any
adapter plugs with earthed (grounded) power
tools. Unmodified plugs and matching outlets will

reduce risk of electric shock.

5. Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded

surfaces such as pipes, radiators, ranges and
refrigerators. There is an increased risk of

electric shock if your body is earthed or grounded.

6. Do not expose power tools to rain or wet
conditions. Water entering a power tool will
increase the risk of electric shock.

Wood 135 mm (5-5/16")

Steel 10 mm (3/8")

Aluminum 20 mm (25/32")

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7. Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for

carrying, pulling or unplugging the power tool.
Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or
moving parts. Damaged or entangled cords

increase the risk of electric shock.

8. When operating a power tool outdoors, use an
extension cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of
a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of
electric shock.

9. If operating a power tool in a damp location is

unavoidable, use a ground fault circuit
interrupter (GFCI) protected supply. Use of an

GFCI reduces the risk of electric shock.

Personal Safety

10. Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use
common sense when operating a power tool.
Do not use a power tool while you are tired or
under the influence of drugs, alcohol or
medication. A moment of inattention while

operating power tools may result in serious
personal injury.

11. Use personal protective equipment. Always
wear eye protection. Protective equipment such
as dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or
hearing protection used for appropriate conditions
will reduce personal injuries.

12. Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the

switch is in the off-position before connecting
to power source and/or battery pack, picking
up or carrying the tool. . Carrying power tools

with your finger on the switch or energising power
tools that have the switch on invites accidents.

13. Remove any adjusting key or wrench before
turning the power tool on. A wrench or a key left
attached to a rotating part of the power tool may
result in personal injury.

14. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and
balance at all times. This enables better control
of the power tool in unexpected situations.

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15. Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or

jewellery. Keep your hair, clothing, and gloves
away from moving parts. Loose clothes,

jewellery or long hair can be caught in moving
parts.

16.

If devices are provided for the connection of
dust extraction and collection facilities,
ensure these are connected and properly
used.

Use of dust collection can reduce

dust-related hazards.

Power tool use and care

17. Do not force the power tool. Use the correct
power tool for your application. The correct

power tool will do the job better and safer at the
rate for which it was designed.

18. Do not use the power tool if the switch does
not turn it on and off. Any power tool that cannot
be controlled with the switch is dangerous and
must be repaired.

19. Disconnect the plug from the power source

and/or the battery pack from the power tool
before making any adjustments, changing
accessories, or storing power tools. Such

preventive safety measures reduce the risk of
starting the power tool accidentally.

20. Store idle power tools out of the reach of

children and do not allow persons unfamiliar
with the power tool or these instructions to
operate the power tool. Power tools are

dangerous in the hands of untrained users.

21. Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment

or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts

and any other condition that may affect the
power tool’s operation. If damaged, have the
power tool repaired before use. Many accidents

are caused by poorly maintained power tools.

22. Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly

maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges
are less likely to bind and are easier to control.

23. Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits

etc. in accordance with these instructions,
taking into account the working conditions
and the work to be performed. Use of the power

tool for operations different from those intended
could result in a hazardous situation.

Service

24. Have your power tool serviced by a qualified
repair person using only identical replacement
parts. This will ensure that the safety of the power

tool is maintained.

25. Follow instruction for lubricating and

changing accessories.

26. Keep handles dry, clean and free from oil and
grease.

USE PROPER EXTENSION CORD. Make sure your
extension cord is in good condition. When using an
extension cord, be sure to use one heavy enough to
carry the current your product will draw. An undersized
cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of
power and overheating. Table 1 shows the correct size to
use depending on cord length and nameplate ampere
rating. If in doubt, use the next heavier gage. The smaller
the gage number, the heavier the cord.

Table 1: Minimum gage for cord

Ampere Rating

Volts Total length of cord in feet

120 V 25 ft. 50 ft. 100 ft. 150 ft.

More Than Not More Than AWG

0 6 18 16 16 14

18 16 14 12610

10 12 16 16 14 12

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JIG SAW SAFETY WARNINGS

1. Hold power tool by insulated gripping

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surfaces, when performing an operation
where the cutting accessory may contact
hidden wiring or its own cord. Cutting accessory

contacting a "live" wire may make exposed metal
parts of the power tool "live" and could give the
operator an electric shock.

2. Use clamps or another practical way to secure
and support the workpiece to a stable platform.
Holding the work by hand or against your body
leaves it unstable and may lead to loss of control.

3. Always use safety glasses or goggles.

Ordinary eye or sun glasses are NOT safety
glasses.

4. Avoid cutting nails. Inspect workpiece for any
nails and remove them before operation.

5. Do not cut oversize workpiece.

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Not Recommended

6. Check for the proper clearance beyond the
workpiece before cutting so that the blade will
not strike the floor, workbench, etc.

7. Hold the tool firmly.

8. Make sure the blade is not contacting the

workpiece before the switch is turned on.

9. Keep hands away from moving parts.

10. Do not leave the tool running. Operate the tool

only when hand-held.

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

12. Do not touch the blade or the workpiece
immediately after operation; they may be
extremely hot and could burn your skin.

13. Do not operate the tool at no-load
unnecessarily.

14. Some material contains chemicals which may
be toxic. Take caution to prevent dust
inhalation and skin contact. Follow material
supplier safety data.

15. Always use the correct dust mask/respirator
for the material and application you are
working with.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.

WARNING:

DO NOT let comfort or familiarity with product
(gained from repeated use) replace strict adherence
to safety rules for the subject product. MISUSE or
failure to follow the safety rules stated in this
instruction manual may cause serious personal
injury.

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Symbols

The followings show the symbols used for tool.

･ volts

･ amperes

･ hertz

･ alternating current

･ no load speed

･ Class II Construction

･ revolutions or reciprocation per minute

FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION

CAUTION:

• Always be sure that the tool is switched off and

unplugged before adjusting or checking function on
the tool.

Selecting the cutting action

1. Cutting action
changing lever

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This tool can be operated with an orbital or a straight line
(up and down) cutting action. The orbital cutting action
thrusts the blade forward on the cutting stroke and
greatly increases cutting speed.
To change the cutting action, just turn the cutting action
changing lever to the desired cutting action position.
Refer to the table to select the appropriate cutting action.

Position Cutting action Applications

Straight line

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cutting action

Small orbit
cutting action

Medium orbit
cutting action

Large orbit

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cutting action

Switch action

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CAUTION:

• Before plugging in the tool, always be sure that the

tool is switched off.

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For cutting mild steel,
stainless steel and plastics.
For clean cuts in wood
and plywood.

For cutting mild steel,
aluminum and hard wood.

For cutting wood and
plywood.
For fast cutting in
aluminum and mild steel.

For fast cutting in
wood and plywood.

1. Switch lever

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To start the tool, slide the switch lever to the "I" position.
To stop the tool, slide the switch lever to the "O" position.

Speed adjusting dial

For 4351CT, 4351FCT

1. Speed adjusting

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dial

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The tool speed can be infinitely adjusted between 800
and 2,800 strokes per minute by turning the adjusting dial.
Higher speed is obtained when the dial is turned in the
direction of number 5; lower speed is obtained when it is
turned in the direction of number 1.
Refer to the table to select the proper speed for the
workpiece to be cut. However, the appropriate speed
may differ with the type or thickness of the workpiece. In
general, higher speeds will allow you to cut workpieces
faster but the service life of the blade will be reduced.

Workpiece to be cut

Wood

Mild steel 3 - 5

Stainless steel 3 - 4

Aluminum 3 - 5

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Plastics 1 - 4

Number on adjusting dial

4 - 5

CAUTION:

• The speed adjusting dial can be turned only as far

as 5 and back to 1. Do not force it past 5 or 1, or the

speed adjusting function may no longer work.
The tools equipped with electronic function are easy to
operate because of the following features.

Constant speed control

Electronic speed control for obtaining constant speed.
Possible to get fine finish, because the rotating speed is
kept constant even under load condition.

Soft start feature

Safety and soft start because of suppressed starting
shock.

Lighting up the lamps

For 4351FCT only

CAUTION:

• Do not look in the light or see the source of light

directly.
To turn on the lamp, pull the trigger. Release the trigger to
turn it off.

NOTE:

• Use a dry cloth to wipe the dirt off the lens of lamp.

Be careful not to scratch the lens of lamp, or it may
lower the illumination.

ASSEMBLY

CAUTION:

• Always be sure that the tool is switched off and

unplugged before carrying out any work on the tool.

Installing or removing saw blade

CAUTION:

• Always clean out all chips or foreign matter

adhering to the blade and/or blade holder. Failure
to do so may cause insufficient tightening of the
blade, resulting in a serious personal injury.

• Do not touch the blade or the workpiece

immediately after operation; they may be extremely
hot and could burn your skin.

• Tighten the saw blade securely. Failure to do so

may cause a serious injury.

• When you remove the saw blade, be careful not to

hurt your fingers with the top of the blade or the tips

of workpiece.
To install the blade, open the tool opener to the position
shown in the figure.

1. Tool opener

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Keeping that situation, insert the saw blade into the blade
clamp as far as the two protrusions of the blade can not
be seen.

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2

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Return the tool opener to its original position.
After installing, always make sure that the blade is
securely held in place by trying to pull it out.

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1. Blade clamp

2. Jig saw blade

3. Protrusions

CAUTION:

• Do not open the tool opener excessively, or it may

cause tool damage.
To remove the blade, open the tool opener to the position
shown in the figure. Pull the saw blade out toward the
base.

1. Jig saw blade

Cover plate

1. Cover plate

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2. Base

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NOTE:

• Occasionally lubricate the roller.

Hex wrench storage

1. Base

2. Hex wrench

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When not in use, the hex wrench can be conveniently
stored.

Anti-splintering device

1. Base

2. Anti-splintering
device

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For splinter-free cuts, the anti-splintering device can be
used. To install the anti-splintering device, move the tool
base all the way forward and fit it from the back of tool
base. When you use the cover plate, install the
anti-splintering device onto the cover plate.

CAUTION:

• The anti-splintering device cannot be used when

making bevel cuts.

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Use the cover plate when cutting decorative veneers,
plastics, etc. It protects sensitive or delicate surfaces
from damage. Fit it on the back of the tool base.

Dust extraction

The dust nozzle (optional accessory) is recommended to
perform clean cutting operations.

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To attach the dust nozzle on the tool, insert the hook of
dust nozzle into the hole in the base.
The dust nozzle can be installed on either left or right
side of the base.

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Then connect a Makita vacuum cleaner to the dust
nozzle.

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2

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1. Dust nozzle

2. Base

1. Dust nozzle

2. Hose for vacuum
cleaner

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CAUTION:

• If you try to remove the dust nozzle forcibly, the

hook of the dust nozzle can be diminished and
removed unintentionally during operation.

1. Base

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2. Bolt

3. Hex wrench

OPERATION

CAUTION:

• Hold the tool firmly with one hand on the switch

handle and the other hand on the front grip when
performing the tool.

• Always hold the base flush with the workpiece.

Failure to do so may cause blade breakage,
resulting in a serious injury.

1. Cutting line

2. Base

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Turn the tool on without the blade making any contact
and wait until the blade attains full speed. Then rest the
base flat on the workpiece and gently move the tool
forward along the previously marked cutting line.
When cutting curves, advance the tool very slowly.

Bevel cutting

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CAUTION:

• Always be sure that the tool is switched off and

unplugged before tilting the base.
With the base tilted, you can make bevel cuts at any
angle between 0° and 45° (left or right).
Loosen the bolt on the back of the base with the hex
wrench. Move the base so that the bolt is positioned in
the center of the bevel slot in the base.

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Tilt the base until the desired bevel angle is obtained.
The V-notch of the gear housing indicates the bevel
angle by graduations. Then tighten the bolt firmly to
secure the base.

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1. Graduation

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2. Bevel slot

3. Base

4. Gear housing

5. V-notch

6. Bolt

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Front flush cuts

1. Base

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Loosen the bolt on the back of the base with the hex
wrench and slide the base all the way back. Then tighten
the bolt to secure the base.

2. Bolt

3. Hex wrench

Cutouts

Cutouts can be made with either of two methods A or B.

A) Boring a starting hole:

1. Starting hole

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For internal cutouts without a lead-in cut from an
edge, pre-drill a starting hole 12 mm (1/2") or more
in diameter. Insert the blade into this hole to start
your cut.

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B) Plunge cutting:

facing down. Slide the rip fence to the desired cutting
width position, then tighten the bolt to secure it.

1. Rip fence

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You need not bore a starting hole or make a lead-in

cut if you carefully do as follows.

(1) Tilt the tool up on the front edge of the base

with the blade point positioned just above the
workpiece surface.

(2) Apply pressure to the tool so that the front

edge of the base will not move when you
switch on the tool and gently lower the back
end of the tool slowly.

(3) As the blade pierces the workpiece, slowly

lower the base of the tool down onto the
workpiece surface.

(4) Complete the cut in the normal manner.

Finishing edges

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To trim edges or make dimensional adjustments, run the
blade lightly along the cut edges.

Metal cutting

Always use a suitable coolant (cutting oil) when cutting
metal. Failure to do so will cause significant blade wear.
The underside of the workpiece can be greased instead
of using a coolant.

Rip fence set (optional accessory)

CAUTION:

• Always be sure that the tool is switched off and

unplugged before installing or removing

accessories.

1. Straight cuts

When repeatedly cutting widths of 160 mm (6-5/16") or
less, use of the rip fence will assure fast, clean, straight
cuts. To install, insert the rip fence into the rectangular
hole on the side of the tool base with the fence guide

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2. Circular cuts

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When cutting circles or arcs of 170 mm (6-11/16") or less
in radius, install the rip fence as follows.

Insert the rip fence into the rectangular hole on the
side of the base with the fence guide facing up.
Insert the circular guide pin through either of the
two holes on the fence guide. Screw the threaded
knob onto the pin to secure the pin.
Now slide the rip fence to the desired cutting radius,
and tighten the bolt to secure it in place. Then move
the base all the way forward.

1. Hex wrench

2. Bolt

3. Fence guide

1. Fence guide

2. Threaded knob

3. Circular guide
pin

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3

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NOTE:

• Always use blades No. B-17, B-18, B-26 or B-27

when cutting circles or arcs.

MAINTENANCE

CAUTION:

• Always be sure that the tool is switched off and

unplugged before attempting to perform inspection
or maintenance.

• Never use gasoline, benzine, thinner, alcohol or the

like. Discoloration, deformation or cracks may

result.
To maintain product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs,
carbon brush inspection and replacement, any other
maintenance or adjustment should be performed by
Makita Authorized or Factory Service Centers, always
using Makita replacement parts.

ACCESSORIES

CAUTION:

• These accessories or attachments are

recommended for use with your Makita tool

specified in this manual. The use of any other

accessories or attachments might present a risk of

injury to persons. Only use accessory or

attachment for its stated purpose.
If you need any assistance for more details regarding
these accessories, ask your local Makita Service Center.

• Jig saw blades

• Hex wrench

• Rip fence (guide rule) set

• Anti-splintering device

• Dust nozzle

• Cover plate

• Hose (For vacuum cleaner)

MAKITA LIMITED ONE YEAR WARRANTY

Warranty Policy

Every Makita tool is thoroughly inspected and tested
before leaving the factory. It is warranted to be free of
defects from workmanship and materials for the period
of ONE YEAR from the date of original purchase.
Should any trouble develop during this one year period,
return the COMPLETE tool, freight prepaid, to one of
Makita’s Factory or Authorized Service Centers. If
inspection shows the trouble is caused by defective
workmanship or material, Makita will repair (or at our
option, 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 improperly
maintained:
alterations have been made to the tool.

IN NO EVENT SHALL MAKITA BE LIABLE FOR ANY
INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL
DAMAGES FROM THE SALE OR USE OF THE
PRODUCT. THIS DISCLAIMER APPLIES BOTH
DURING AND AFTER THE TERM OF THIS
WARRANTY.
MAKITA DISCLAIMS LIABILITY FOR ANY IMPLIED
WARRANTIES, INCLUDING IMPLIED WARRANTIES
OF "MERCHANTABILITY" AND "FITNESS FOR A
SPECIFIC PURPOSE," AFTER THE ONE YEAR TERM
OF THIS WARRANTY.
This Warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you
may also have other rights which vary from state to
state. Some states do not allow the exclusion or
limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so
the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you.
Some states do not allow limitation on how long an
implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not
apply to you.

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