Additional Safety Rules - Makita JN1601 Instruction Manual

14. Maintain tools with care
Keep tools sharp and clean for better and safer
performance. Follow instructions for lubricating
and changing accessories. Inspect tool cords
periodically and, if damaged, have repaired by
authorized service facility. Inspect extension
cords periodically and replace if damaged. Keep
handles dry, clean and free from oil and grease.
15. Disconnect tools
When not in use, before servicing, and when
changing accessories such as blades, bits and
cutters.
16. Remove adjusting keys and wrenches
Form the habit of checking to see that keys and
adjusting wrenches are removed from tool before
turning it on.
17. Avoid unintentional starting
Don't carry plugged-in tool with finger on switch.
Be sure switch is off when plugging in.
18. Outdoor use extension cords
When tool is used outdoors, use only extension
cords intended for use outdoors and so marked.
19. Stay alert
Watch what you are doing. Use common sense.
Do not operate tool when you are tired.
20. Check damaged parts
Before further use of the tool, a guard or other
part that is damaged should be carefully checked
to determine that it will operate properly and per-
form its intended function. Check for alignment of
moving parts, binding of moving parts, breakage
of parts, mounting, and any other conditions that
may affect its operation. A guard or other part
that is damaged should be properly repaired or
replaced by an authorized service center unless
otherwise indicated elsewhere in this instruction
manual. Have defective switches replaced by
and authorized service center. Do not use tool if
switch does not turn it on and off.
21. Warning
The use of any other accessory or attachment
other than recommended in this operating
instruction or the catalog may present a risk of
personal injury.
22. Have your tool repaired by an expert
This electric appliance is in accordance with the
relevant safety rules. Repairing of electric appli-
ances may be carried out only by experts other-
wise it may cause considerable danger for the
user.

ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES

1. Always lead the power supply cord away from
the tool towards the rear.
2. Do not touch the blade or the workpiece
immediately after operation; they may be
extremely hot and could burn your skin.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Charging the die position (Fig. 1)
Important:
Always be sure that the tool is switched off and
unplugged before changing the die position.
The die position can be changed 360°. To change it,
proceed as follows.
1. Loosen the lock nut with the wrench provided.
2. Pull the die holder slightly and turn it to the
desired position for operation.
3. Tighten the lock nut to secure the die holder in
the desired position.
There are four positive stops at 90° each: 0°, 90° left
and right and 180°. To position the die to any of these
positive stops:
1. Loosen the lock nut with the wrench provided.
2. Pull the die holder slightly and depress lightly
while turning it to the desired position. The die
holder will lock into one of the positive stop posi-
tions as desired.
3. Turn the die holder slightly to make sure that it is
positively locked into position.
4. Tighten the lock nut to secure the die holder.
Switching ON and OFF (Fig. 2)
Caution:
Before plugging in the tool, always check to see that
the switch actuates properly and returns to the "OFF"
position when the rear of the switch lever is
depressed.
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.
Thickness gauge (Fig. 3)
The groove in the die holder serve as the thickness
gauge for allowable cutting thickness.
Cutting line (Fig. 3)
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.
Pre-lubrication
Coat the cutting line with tool oil to increase the
punch and die service life. This is particularly impor-
tant when cutting aluminum.
Cutting method (Fig. 4)
Hold the tool so that the cutting head is at a right
angle (90°) to the workpiece being cut. Move the tool
gently in the cutting direction.
Cutouts (Fig. 5)
Cutouts can be done by first opening a round hole
over 21 mm in diameter which the cutting head can
be inserted into.