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OPERATION (Fig. 13)
CAUTION:
Hold the tool firmly with one hand on the main handle
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when using the tool. If necessary, the front part of the
tool may be supported by the other hand.
Always hold the base flush with the workpiece. Failure
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to do so may cause blade breakage, resulting in a
serious injury.
Advance the tool very slowly when cutting curves or
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scrolling. Forcing the tool may cause a slanted cutting
surface and blade breakage.
Turn the tool on without the blade making any contact
and wait until the blade attains full speed. Then rest the
base flat on the workpiece and gently move the tool
forward along the previously marked cutting line.
Bevel cutting (Fig. 14)
CAUTION:
Always be sure that the tool is switched off and
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unplugged before tilting the base.
With the base tilted, you can make bevel cuts at any
angle between 0° and 45° (left or right).
Loosen the bolt on the back of the base with the hex
wrench and slide the base backwards.
Tilt the base until the desired bevel angle is obtained.
The edge of the motor housing indicates the bevel angle
by graduations. Then check the contact between the
back edge of the blade and the roller. Now tighten the
bolt to secure the base.
(Fig. 15)
Front flush cuts (Fig. 16)
Loosen the bolt on the back of the tool base with the hex
wrench, then move the tool base all the way back. Check
the contact between the back edge of the blade and the
roller. Then tighten the bolt to secure the tool base.
Cutouts
Cutouts can be made with either of two methods A or B.
A) Boring a starting hole (Fig. 17)
For internal cutouts without a lead-in cut from an
edge, pre-drill a starting hole 12 mm or more in
diameter. Insert the blade into this hole to start your
cut.
B) Plunge cutting (Fig. 18)
You need not bore a starting hole or make a lead-in
cut if you carefully do as follows.
(1) Tilt the tool up on the front edge of the base
with the blade point positioned just above the
workpiece surface.
(2) Apply pressure to the tool so that the front edge
of the base will not move when you switch on
the tool and gently lower the back end of the tool
slowly.
(3) As the blade pierces the workpiece, slowly lower
the base of the tool down onto the workpiece
surface.
(4) Complete the cut in the normal manner.
Finishing edges (Fig. 19)
To trim edges or make dimensional adjustments, run the
blade lightly along the cut edges.
For smoother cutting of plywood or other workpiece with
easily splintered surfaces, transparent tape may be used
over your cutting line.
Metal cutting (Fig. 20)
Always use a suitable coolant (cutting oil) when cutting
metal. Failure to do so will cause significant blade wear.
The underside of the workpiece can be greased instead
of using a coolant.
(Fig. 21)
MAINTENANCE
CAUTION:
Always be sure that the tool is switched off and
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unplugged before attempting to perform inspection or
maintenance.
Never use gasoline, benzine, thinner, alcohol or the
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like. Discoloration, deformation or cracks may result.
Replacing carbon brushes (Fig. 22)
Remove and check the carbon brushes regularly.
Replace when they wear down to the limit mark. Keep the
carbon brushes clean and free to slip in the holders. Both
carbon brushes should be replaced at the same time.
Use only identical carbon brushes.
Use a screwdriver to remove the brush holder caps. Take
out the worn carbon brushes, insert the new ones and
secure the brush holder caps.
(Fig. 23)
To maintain product SAFETY and RELIABILITY,
repairs, any other maintenance or adjustment should be
performed by Makita Authorized Service Centers, always
using Makita replacement parts.
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
CAUTION:
These accessories or attachments are recommended
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for use with your Makita tool specified in this manual.
The use of any other accessories or attachments
might present a risk of injury to persons. Only use
accessory or attachment for its stated purpose.
If you need any assistance for more details regarding
these accessories, ask your local Makita Service Center.
Jig saw blades
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Hex wrench 3
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Rip fence (Guide rule)
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Circular guide
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Dust cover set
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NOTE:
Some items in the list may be included in the tool
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package as standard accessories. They may differ
from country to country.