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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 around the 

workpiece before cutting so that the jig saw 

blade will not strike the floor, workbench, etc.

7. 

Hold the tool firmly.

8. 

Make sure the jig saw 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 jig saw blade 

to come to a complete stop before removing 

the jig saw blade from the workpiece.

12. 

Do not touch the jig saw blade or the work-

piece immediately after operation; they may be 

extremely hot and could burn your skin.

13. 

Do not operate the tool at no-load 

unnecessarily.

14. 

Some material contains chemicals which may 

be toxic. Take caution to prevent dust inhala-

tion and skin contact. Follow material supplier 

safety data.

15. 

Always use the correct dust mask/respirator 

for the material and application you are work-

ing with.

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.

Important safety instructions for 

battery cartridge

1. 

Before using battery cartridge, read all instruc-

tions and cautionary markings on (1) battery 

charger, (2) battery, and (3) product using battery.

2. 

Do not disassemble or tamper with the battery 

cartridge.

 It may result in a fire, excessive heat, 

or explosion.

3. 

If operating time has become excessively 

shorter, stop operating immediately. It may 

result in a risk of overheating, possible burns 

and even an explosion.

4. 

If electrolyte gets into your eyes, rinse them 

out with clear water and seek medical atten-

tion right away. It may result in loss of your 

eyesight.

5. 

Do not short the battery cartridge:

(1) 

Do not touch the terminals with any con-

ductive material.

(2) 

Avoid storing battery cartridge in a con-

tainer with other metal objects such as 

nails, coins, etc.

(3) 

Do not expose battery cartridge to water 

or rain.

A battery short can cause a large current 

flow, overheating, possible burns and even a 

breakdown.

6. 

Do not store and use the tool and battery car-

tridge in locations where the temperature may 

reach or exceed 50 °C (122 °F).

7. 

Do not incinerate the battery cartridge even if 

it is severely damaged or is completely worn 

out. The battery cartridge can explode in a fire.

8. 

Do not nail, cut, crush, throw, drop the battery 

cartridge, or hit against a hard object to the 

battery cartridge.

 Such conduct may result in a 

fire, excessive heat, or explosion.

9. 

Do not use a damaged battery.

10. 

The contained lithium-ion batteries are subject 

to the Dangerous Goods Legislation require-

ments. 

For commercial transports e.g. by third parties, 

forwarding agents, special requirement on pack-

aging and labeling must be observed. 

For preparation of the item being shipped, consult-

ing an expert for hazardous material is required. 

Please also observe possibly more detailed 

national regulations. 

Tape or mask off open contacts and pack up the 

battery in such a manner that it cannot move 

around in the packaging.

11. 

When disposing the battery cartridge, remove 

it from the tool and dispose of it in a safe 

place. Follow your local regulations relating to 

disposal of battery.

12. 

Use the batteries only with the products 

specified by Makita.

 Installing the batteries to 

non-compliant products may result in a fire, exces

-

sive heat, explosion, or leak of electrolyte.

13. 

If the tool is not used for a long period of time, 

the battery must be removed from the tool.

14. 

During and after use, the battery cartridge may 

take on heat which can cause burns or low 

temperature burns. Pay attention to the han-

dling of hot battery cartridges.

15. 

Do not touch the terminal of the tool imme-

diately after use as it may get hot enough to 

cause burns.

16. 

Do not allow chips, dust, or soil stuck into the 

terminals, holes, and grooves of the battery 

cartridge.

 It may cause heating, catching fire, 

burst and malfunction of the tool or battery car-

tridge, resulting in burns or personal injury.

17. 

Unless the tool supports the use near 

high-voltage electrical power lines, do not use 

the battery cartridge near a high-voltage elec-

trical power lines.

 It may result in a malfunction 

or breakdown of the tool or battery cartridge.

18. 

Keep the battery away from children.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.

CAUTION:

 

Only use genuine Makita batteries.

 

Use of non-genuine Makita batteries, or batteries that 

have been altered, may result in the battery bursting 

causing fires, personal injury and damage. It will 

also void the Makita warranty for the Makita tool and 

charger.

Summary of Contents for JV001G

Page 1: ...INSTRUCTION MANUAL Cordless Jig Saw JV001G ENGLISH Original instructions Read before use ...

Page 2: ...of electrical and electronic appliances or batteries with household waste In accordance with the European Directive on waste electrical and electronic equip ment and on accumulators and batteries and waste accumulators and batteries as well as their adaptation to national law waste electrical equipment batteries and accumulators should be stored separately and delivered to a separate collection po...

Page 3: ...pes radiators ranges and refrigerators There is an increased risk of elec tric shock if your body is earthed or grounded 3 Do not expose power tools to rain or wet con ditions Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of electric shock 4 Do not abuse the cord Never use the cord for carrying pulling or unplugging the power tool Keep cord away from heat oil sharp edges or moving parts Damag...

Page 4: ...ow for safe handling and control of the tool in unexpected situations 9 When using the tool do not wear cloth work gloves which may be entangled The entangle ment of cloth work gloves in the moving parts may result in personal injury Battery tool use and care 1 Recharge only with the charger specified by the manufacturer A charger that is suitable for one type of battery pack may create a risk of ...

Page 5: ... overheating possible burns and even a breakdown 6 Do not store and use the tool and battery car tridge in locations where the temperature may reach or exceed 50 C 122 F 7 Do not incinerate the battery cartridge even if it is severely damaged or is completely worn out The battery cartridge can explode in a fire 8 Do not nail cut crush throw drop the battery cartridge or hit against a hard object t...

Page 6: ...ersonal injury 1 2 3 Fig 1 1 Red indicator 2 Button 3 Battery cartridge To remove the battery cartridge slide it from the tool while sliding the button on the front of the cartridge To install the battery cartridge align the tongue on the battery cartridge with the groove in the housing and slip it into place Insert it all the way until it locks in place with a little click If you can see the red ...

Page 7: ... the battery ies or replace it them with recharged battery ies 3 Let the tool and battery ies cool down If no improvement can be found by restoring protection system then contact your local Makita Service Center Selecting the cutting action This tool can be operated with an orbital or a straight line up and down cutting action The orbital cutting action thrusts the jig saw blade forward and increa...

Page 8: ...lamp If you turn the lamp off and then turn it on the brightness of the lamp will be maximized each time Speed adjusting dial 1 Fig 6 1 Speed adjusting dial The tool speed can be adjusted by turning the speed adjusting dial You can get the highest speed at 6 and the lowest speed at 1 Refer to the table to select the proper speed for the workpiece to be cut However the appropriate speed may differ ...

Page 9: ...ny work on the tool Installing or removing jig saw blade CAUTION Always clean out all chips or for eign matter adhering to the jig saw blade and or blade holder Failure to do so may cause insufficient tightening of the jig saw blade resulting in a serious personal injury CAUTION Do not touch the jig saw blade or the workpiece immediately after operation They may be extremely hot and could burn you...

Page 10: ... blade NOTE Occasionally lubricate the roller Hex wrench storage When not in use store the hex wrench as shown in the figure to keep it from being lost 1 2 Fig 10 1 Base 2 Hex wrench Cover plate Use the cover plate when cutting decorative veneers plastics etc It protects sensitive or delicate surfaces from damage Fit it on the bottom of the tool base 1 2 Fig 11 1 Cover plate 2 Base Anti splinterin...

Page 11: ...old the base flush with the workpiece Failure to do so may cause jig saw blade breakage resulting in a serious injury CAUTION Advance the tool very slowly when cutting curves or scrolling Forcing the tool may cause a slanted cutting surface and jig saw blade breakage Turn the tool on without the jig saw blade making any contact and wait until the jig saw blade attains full speed Then rest the base...

Page 12: ...Hex wrench 2 Bolt 3 Base Cutouts Cutouts can be made with either of two methods Boring a starting hole or Plunge cutting Boring a starting hole For internal cutouts without a lead in cut from an edge pre drill a starting hole 12 mm or more in diameter Insert the jig saw blade into this hole to start your cut Fig 21 Plunge cutting You need not bore a starting hole or make a lead in cut if you caref...

Page 13: ...rip fence into the rectangular hole on the side of the base with the fence guide facing down Slide the rip fence to the desired cutting width position then tighten the bolt to secure it 4 2 1 3 Fig 25 1 Hex wrench 2 Bolt 3 Fence guide 4 Rip fence Guide rule Circular cuts When cutting circles or arcs of 170 mm or less in radius install the rip fence as follows 1 Fig 26 1 Rip fence Guide rule CAUTIO...

Page 14: ...s be sure that the tool is switched off and the battery cartridge is removed before attempting to perform inspection or maintenance NOTICE Never use gasoline benzine thinner alcohol or the like Discoloration deformation or cracks may result To maintain product SAFETY and RELIABILITY repairs any other maintenance or adjustment should be performed by Makita Authorized or Factory Service Centers alwa...

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