Functional Description - Makita M4301 Instruction Manual

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.
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
Fig.1
► 1. Cutting action changing lever
This tool can be operated with an orbital or a straight
line (up and down) cutting action. The orbital cutting
action thrusts the jig saw 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
Switch action
check to see that the switch trigger actuates
properly and returns to the "OFF" position when
released.
Fig.2
► 1. Switch trigger 2. Lock button
To start the tool, simply pull the switch trigger. Tool
speed is increased by increasing pressure on the switch
trigger. Release the switch trigger to stop.
For continuous operation, pull the switch trigger, push
in the lock button and then release the switch trigger.
To stop the tool from the locked position, pull the switch
trigger fully, then release it.
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ASSEMBLY
switched off and unplugged before carrying out
any work on the tool.
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Cutting action
0 Straight line cutting
action
I Small orbit cutting
action
II Medium orbit
cutting action
III Large orbit cutting
action
CAUTION:
Before plugging in the tool, always
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CAUTION:
Always be sure that the tool is
Applications
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.
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