Makita JR3070CT, Instruction Manual

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5 ENGLISH
General power tool safety warnings
WARNING:
Read all safety warnings, instruc -
tions, illustrations and specifications provided
with this power tool. Failure to follow all instructions
listed below may result in electric shock, fire and/or
serious injury.
Save all warnings and instruc -
tions for future reference.
The term "power tool" in the warnings refers to your
mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated
(cordless) power tool.
Recipro saw safety warnings
1. Hold the power tool by insulated gripping sur -
faces, when performing an operation where the
cutting accessory may contact hidden wiring or
its own cord.
Cutting accessory contacting a "live"
wire may make exposed metal parts of the power tool
"live" and could give the operator an electric shock.
2.
Use clamps or another practical way to secure
and support the workpiece to a stable platform.
Holding the workpiece by hand or against your body
leaves it unstable and may lead to loss of control.
3. Always use safety glasses or goggles. Ordinary
eye or sun glasses are NOT safety glasses.
4.
Avoid cutting nails. Inspect workpiece for any
nails and remove them before operation.
5. Do not cut oversize workpiece.
6.
Check for the proper clearance beyond the
workpiece before cutting so that the blade will
not strike the floor, workbench, etc.
7.
Hold the tool firmly.
8. Make sure the blade is not contacting the
workpiece before the switch is turned on.
9. Keep hands away from moving parts.
10. Do not leave the tool running. Operate the tool
only when hand-held.
11. Always switch off and wait for the blade to
come to a complete stop before removing the
blade from the workpiece.
12. Do not touch the blade or the workpiece imme -
diately after operation; they may be extremely
hot and could burn your skin.
13. Do not operate the tool at no-load unnecessarily.
14. Always use the correct dust mask/respirator
for the material and application you are work -
ing with.
15. Some material contains chemicals which may
be toxic. Take caution to prevent dust inhala -
tion and skin contact. Follow material supplier
safety data.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
WARNING:
DO NOT let comfort or familiarity
with product (gained from repeated use) replace
strict adherence to safety rules for the subject
product. MISUSE or failure to follow the safety
rules stated in this instruction manual may cause
serious personal injury.
FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION
CAUTION:
• Always be sure that the tool is switched off and
unplugged before adjusting or checking function
on the tool.
Adjusting the shoe
► Fig.1: 1. Shoe 2. Shoe button
►
Fig.2: 1.
Shoe button
2.
Shoe
When the blade loses its cutting efficiency in one place
along its cutting edge, reposition the shoe to utilize a
sharp, unused portion of its cutting edge. This will help
to lengthen the life of the blade. To reposition the shoe,
push the shoe button in the "A" direction with a click
and reposition as shown in the figure which allows you
to make five-way adjustment. To secure the shoe, push
the shoe button in the "B" direction with a click.
Selecting the cutting action
► Fig.3: 1. Lever 2. Stopper
This tool can be operated with an orbital or a straight
line cutting action. The orbital cutting action thrusts
the blade forward on the cutting stroke and greatly
increases cutting speed.
To change the cutting action, press the stopper and turn
the lever to the desired cutting action position. Then,
release the stopper to lock the lever. Refer to the table
to select the appropriate cutting action.
NOTE:
• Orbital action means that the saw blade moves
up and down, and back and forth at the same
time. This increases the efficiency of cutting.
Position
0
I
II
III
Cutting action
Straight line cutting action
Small orbit cutting action
Medium orbit cutting
action
Large orbit cutting
action
Applications
For cutting mild steel, stainless
steel and plastics.
For clean cuts in wood and
plywood.
For cutting mild steel, aluminum
and hard wood.
For cutting wood and plywood.
For fast cutting in aluminum and
mild steel.
For fast cutting in wood and
plywood.
Switch action
► Fig.4: 1. Switch trigger 2. Lock button
CAUTION:
• Before plugging in the tool, always check to see
that the switch trigger actuates properly and
returns to the "OFF" position when released.
To start the tool, simply pull the switch trigger. Tool
speed is increased by increasing pressure on the switch
trigger. Release the switch trigger to stop.
For continuous operation, pull the switch trigger and
then push in the lock button.
To stop the tool from the locked position, pull the switch
trigger fully, then release it.