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Makita 4340FCT Instruction Manual

Variable speed jig saw
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Jig Saw
Variable Speed
MODEL 4340FCT
I N S T R U C T I O N
WARNING:
For your personal safety, READ and UNDERSTAND before using.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
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DOUBLE
INSULATION
M A N U A L

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  • Page 1 Jig Saw Variable Speed MODEL 4340FCT I N S T R U C T I O N WARNING: For your personal safety, READ and UNDERSTAND before using. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. w w w . m a k i t a t o o l s . c o m...

  • Page 2: Specifications

    If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified elec- trician to install a polarized outlet. Do not 4340FCT 26 mm (1”) 135 mm (5-5/16”) 10 mm (3/8”) 800 - 2,800/min.

  • Page 3: Personal Safety

    change the plug in any way. Double insula- tion eliminates the need for the three wire grounded power cord and grounded power supply system. 5. Avoid body contact with grounded sur- faces such as pipes, radiators, ranges and refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is grounded.

  • Page 4: Specific Safety Rules

    Not More Than SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES DO NOT let comfort or familiarity with product (gained from repeated use) replace strict adherence to jig saw safety rules. If you use this tool unsafely or incorrectly, you can suffer serious personal injury.
  • Page 5 5. Do not cut oversize workpiece. 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.

  • Page 6: Functional Description

    FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION 001906 1. Cutting action changing lever Position Straight line cutting action Small orbit cutting action Medium orbit cutting action Large orbit cutting action 001907 1. Switch trigger 2. Lock button 001908 1. Speed adjusting dial CAUTION: • Always be sure that the tool is switched off and unplugged before adjusting or checking function on the tool.
  • Page 7 Refer to the table to select the proper speed for the work- piece 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.
  • Page 8 ASSEMBLY 001909 1. Tool opener 001910 1. Blade clamp 2. Jig saw blade 3. Protrusions 001911 1. Jig saw blade CAUTION: • Always be sure that the tool is switched off and unplugged before carrying out any work on the tool.

  • Page 9: Operation

    001912 1. Base 2. Hex wrench OPERATION 001913 1. Cutting line 2. Base 001914 001915 1. Base 2. Bolt 3. Hex wrench Hex wrench storage When not in use, the hex wrench can be conveniently stored. CAUTION: • Always hold the tool base flush with the workpiece. Failure to do so may cause blade breakage, resulting in a serious injury.
  • Page 10 001916 1. Graduations 2. Bevel slot 3. Base 4. V-notch 5. Bolt 6. Gear housing 001917 1. Base 2. Bolt 3. Hex wrench 001918 1. Starting hole Tilt the base until the desired bevel angle is obtained. The V- notch of the gear housing indicates the bevel angle by gradu- ations.

  • Page 11: Metal Cutting

    001919 001920 001921 1. Dust nozzle 2. Base B) Plunge cutting: 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.
  • Page 12 2. Fence guide 3. Hex wrench The dust nozzle can be installed on either left or right side of the base. Then connect a Makita vacuum cleaner to the dust nozzle. Rip fence set (optional accessory) CAUTION: • Always be sure that the tool is switched off and unplugged before installing or removing accessories.

  • Page 13: Cover Plate

    001926 001927 1. Fence guide 2. Threaded knob 3. Circular guide pin 001928 1. Cover plate 2. Base 001929 1. Base 2. Anti-splintering device 2. Circular cuts 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 tool base with the fence guide facing up.

  • Page 14: Maintenance

    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.
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  • Page 17 First-Class Postage Required Post Office will not deliver without proper postage. Makita U.S.A., Inc. 14930 Northam Street La Mirada, CA 90638-5753 Fold...
  • Page 18 Paste 3. How did you learn about this product: Magazine From Dealer Newspaper Store Display Catalog 4. Most favored points are: Design Features Size Price Makita Brand MODEL NO. YEAR SERIAL NO. PHONE 20-29 30-39 40-49 Paste Paste Radio Exhibition...

  • Page 19: Factory Service Centers

    Date Purchased When you need service: Send complete tool (prepaid) to one Dealer’s Name & Address of the Makita Factory Service Centers listed, or to an Authorized Makita Service Center. Be sure to attach a letter to the outside of Model No.

  • Page 20: Warranty Policy

    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.

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