ENGLISH (Original instructions) SPECIFICATIONS Model JS1602 Steel up to 400 N/mm 1.6 mm (16 ga.) Steel up to 600 N/mm 1.2 mm (18 ga.) Max. cutting capacities Steel up to 800 N/mm 0.8 mm (22 ga.) Aluminum up to 200 N/mm 2.5 mm (13 ga.)
Electrical safety Makita Corporation responsible Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never manufacturer declare that the following Makita modify the plug in any way. Do not use any machine(s): adapter plugs with earthed (grounded) power Designation of Machine: tools. Unmodified plugs and matching outlets will Metal Shear reduce risk of electric shock.
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15. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and 27. Keep handles dry, clean and free from oil and balance at all times. This enables better control grease. GEB027-3 of the power tool in unexpected situations. 16. Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or SHEAR SAFETY WARNINGS jewellery.
FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION Tensile Strength Max. cutting thickness Material (N/mm (mm) Mild steel (A) 1.6 (16 ga) CAUTION: Hard steel (B) 1.2 (18 ga) Always be sure that the tool is switched off and • Stainless steel 0.8 (22 ga) unplugged before adjusting or checking function on Aluminum plate 2.5 (13 ga) the tool.
NOTE: 1. Yoke No thin washers are used for the lower blade. • 2. Lower blade positioning 1. Upper blade screw securing bolt 3. Lower blade 2. Tighten 3. Upper blade 013082 OPERATION 013079 Install the upper blade and tighten the upper blade Holding material and shearing method securing bolt with the hex wrench.
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. Shear blades • Hex wrench • Wrench holder •...
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