Operation; Maintenance - Makita BJS160 Instruction Manual

NOTE:
The overheat protection works only with a battery
cartridge with a star mark.
Fig.2
Switch action
Fig.3
CAUTION:
Before inserting the battery cartridge into the tool,
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always check to see that the switch lever 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 extend use. Apply caution
when locking tool in "OFF" position and maintain
firm grasp on tool.
To start the tool, slide the switch lever toward the "I
(ON)" position. For continuous operation, press the front
of the switch lever to lock it.
To stop the tool, press the rear of the switch lever, then
slide it toward the "O (OFF)" position.
Indication lamp with multi function
Fig.4
Indication lamps are located in two positions.
− Battery cartridge replacing signal
− When the battery power is almost used up
during operation, the red lamp lights up and
the tool stops immediately. Replace the
battery with fully charged one when the red
lamp lights up.
− Accidental re-start preventive function
− Even if the battery cartridge is inserted on
the tool with the slide switch in the "I (ON)"
position, the tool does not start. At this time,
the lamp flickers slowly and this shows that
the accidental re-start preventive function is
at work.
− To start the tool, first slide the slide switch
toward the "O (OFF)" position and then slide
it toward the "I (ON)" position.
ASSEMBLY
CAUTION:
Always be sure that the tool is switched off and the
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battery cartridge is removed before carrying out
any work on the tool.
Adjusting the blade clearance
For BJS160 and BJS161 only
Adjust the clearance between the side blade and the
center blade according to the thickness of the workpiece.
Fig.5
First use a hex wrench to loosen the screw.
Fig.6
Then use the hex wrench to adjust the clearance by
tightening or loosening the bolt. There may be a slight
difference between clearance of both sides of the center
blade.
Check the smaller clearance with the thickness gauge
and adjust it.
When using the thickness gauge to adjust the blade
clearance, refer to the table.
Workpiece thickness (mm)
Less than 0.8
0.8 - 1.3
More than 1.3
006428
After adjusting the clearance, tighten the screw securely.
Storing hex wrench
Fig.7
Store the hex wrench as shown in the figure when not in
use.

OPERATION

Lubrication
Fig.8
Before operation, lubricate the contact point of the
center blade and the pin. To keep good cutting
performance, also use a cutting lubricant from time to
time during operation.
OPERATION
Fig.9
Turn the tool on and set front ends of the side blades on
the workpiece. Now simply move the tool forward,
keeping the side blades flush with the workpiece
surface.
Fig.10
CAUTION:
When cutting a small portion of the workpiece, you
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may have difficulty completing the end of the cut.
In that case, try to cut it again, pulling the
workpiece back slightly.

MAINTENANCE

CAUTION:
Always be sure that the tool is switched off and the
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battery cartridge is removed before attempting to
perform inspection or maintenance.
NOTICE:
Never use gasoline, benzine, thinner, alcohol or
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the like. Discoloration, deformation or cracks may
result.
The tool and its air vents have to be kept clean.
Regularly clean the tool's air vents or whenever the
vents start to become obstructed.
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Marking on thickness gauge
0.5
1.0
1.5