Makita 4304 Instruction Manual page 9

Speed adjusting dial
The tool speed can be adjusted and maintained between 500 and 3,000 strokes per
minute by turning the adjusting dial. The dial
is
marked 1 (lowest speed) to 6 (full speed).
Workpiece to be cut
1 -
Lock
lever
:or
4304
Number on adjusting dial
Refer to the table
a t
right to select the
proper speed for the workpiece to be cut.
However, the appropriate speed may differ
with the type or thickness of the work-
piece. In general, higher speeds will allow
you to cut workpieces faster but the
service life of the blade will be reduced.
Wood
-
Speed adjusting dial
For
4305
5 - 6
Mild steel
3 - 6
Stainless steel
3 - 4
CAUTION:
Adjust the speed adjusting dial only within the range of numbers 1 through 6. Do not
force the dial beyond this range or damage to the tool may result.
Aluminum
Cutting operation
CAUTION :
Check carefully that the blade i s adequately secured in position before plugging the tool
into electrical source.
Turn the tool on without the blade making any contact. Rest the base flat on the work-
piece and gently move the tool forward along the previously marked cutting line.
2 - 3
For
4304
I
Plastics
C u t t i n g line
I
1 - 4
I
: C u t t i n g line
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