Operation - Makita JN1601 Instruction Manual

Cutting line
The notch in the die holder indicates your cutting line. Its
width is equal to the cutting width. Align the notch to the
cutting line on the workpiece when cutting.
Switch action
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CAUTION:
Before plugging in the tool, always check to see
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that the switch actuates properly and returns to the
"OFF" position when the rear of the switch lever is
depressed.
Switch can be locked in "ON" position for ease of
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operator comfort during extended use. Apply
caution when locking tool in "ON" position and
maintain firm grasp on tool.
To switch on, depress the rear of the switch lever and
push it forward. Then depress the front of the switch lever
to lock it.
To switch off, depress the rear of the switch lever.
ASSEMBLY
CAUTION:
Always be sure that the tool is switched off and
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unplugged before carrying out any work on the tool.
Removing or installing the punch and die
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Always replace the punch and die as a set. To remove
the punch and die, loosen the lock nut with the wrench.
Remove the die holder from the tool. Use the hex wrench
to loosen the bolts which secure the die. Remove the die
from the die holder.
Use the hex wrench to loosen the screw which secures
the punch. Pull the punch out of the punch holder.
1. Switch lever
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1. Die holder
2. Die
3. Bolts
4. Hex wrench
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To install the punch and die, insert the punch into the
punch holder so that the notch in the punch faces toward
the screw. Tighten the screw to secure the punch. Install
the die on the die holder. Tighten the bolts to secure the
die.
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Then install the die holder on the tool so that the punch is
inserted through the hole in the die holder. Tighten the
lock nut to secure the die holder. After replacing the
punch and die, lubricate them with machine oil and run
the tool for a while.
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OPERATION

Pre-lubrication
Coat the cutting line with machine oil to increase the
punch and die service life. This is particularly important
when cutting aluminum.
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1. Punch
2. Punch holder
3. Screw
4. Hex wrench
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1. Punch
2. Notch
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1. Bolts
2. Die
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3. Punch
4. Die holder