SPECIFICATIONS Model JV143D JV183D Length of stroke 18 mm 18 mm Strokes per minute (min 0 - 2,900 0 - 2,900 Blade type B type B type Max. cutting capacities Wood 65 mm 65 mm Mild steel 6 mm 6 mm...
Vibration Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded The vibration total value (tri-axial vector sum) deter- surfaces, such as pipes, radiators, ranges and mined according to EN62841-2-11: refrigerators. There is an increased risk of elec- Work mode : cutting boards tric shock if your body is earthed or grounded.
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Always wear protective goggles to protect When using the tool, do not wear cloth work your eyes from injury when using power tools. gloves which may be entangled. The entangle- The goggles must comply with ANSI Z87.1 in ment of cloth work gloves in the moving parts may the USA, EN 166 in Europe, or AS/NZS 1336 result in personal injury.
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MISUSE or failure to follow the safety also void the Makita warranty for the Makita tool and rules stated in this instruction manual may cause charger. serious personal injury.
Battery protection system FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION The tool is equipped with a battery protection system. This system automatically cuts off power to the motor to extend battery life. CAUTION: The tool will automatically stop during operation if the tool and/or battery are placed under one of the following •...
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Switch action 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 imme- diately after operation; they may be extremely hot and could burn your skin. •...
Dust cover Bevel cutting ► 1 . Dust cover CAUTION: • Always be sure that the tool is switched off and CAUTION: the battery cartridge is removed before tilting • Always wear safety goggles even when operat- the base. ing the tool with the dust cover lowered. •...
► 1 . Dust cover 2. Hose Clean cutting operations can be performed by connect- ing this tool to a Makita vacuum cleaner. Insert the hose of the vacuum cleaner into the hole at the rear of the tool. Lower the dust cover before operation.
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2. Circular cuts Rip fence (optional accessory) When cutting circles or arcs of 170 mm or less in radius, install the rip fence as follows. CAUTION: • Always be sure that the tool is switched off and the battery cartridge is removed before installing or removing accessories.
Only use accessory or attachment for its stated purpose. If you need any assistance for more details regard- ing these accessories, ask your local Makita Service Center. • Jig saw blades ► 1 . Aluminum base 2. Anti-splintering device •...