ENGLISH Cordless Jig Saw MODEL 4331D MODEL 4333D 002700 I N S T R U C T I O N M A N U A L WARNING: For your personal safety, READ and UNDERSTAND before using. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
SPECIFICATIONS Model 4331D Length of stroke Max. cutting capacities 4333D 26 mm Wood 65 mm Mild steel 10 mm Aluminum 20 mm -1 Strokes per minute (min ) 500 - 2,800 Overall length 500 - 2,600 280 mm Net weight 2.5 kg 2.9 kg Rated voltage D.C. 12 V D.C. 14.4 V • Due to our continuing programme of research and development, the specifications herein are subject to change without notice. • Note: Specifications may differ from country to country.
GENERAL SAFETY RULES GEA002-3 WARNING: Read all instructions. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury. The term “power tool” in all of the warnings listed below refers to your mains-operated (corded) power tool or batteryoperated (cordless) power tool. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Work area safety 1. Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered and dark areas invite accidents. 2.
the power tool. Power tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users. 20. Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts and any other condition that may affect the power tools operation. If damaged, have the power tool repaired before use. Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained power tools. 21. Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control. 22.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR BATTERY CARTRIDGE 1. Do not disassemble battery cartridge. 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. 5. 6. (1) Do not touch the terminals with any conductive material. Before using battery cartridge, read all instructions and cautionary markings on (1) battery charger, (2) battery, and (3) product using battery. 2.
FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION • 002702 Installing or removing battery cartridge • • • 1 2 • 1. Button 2. Battery cartridge CAUTION: Always be sure that the tool is switched off and the battery cartridge is removed before adjusting or checking function on the tool. Always switch off the tool before insertion or removal of the battery cartridge. To remove the battery cartridge, withdraw it from the tool while pressing the buttons on both sides of the cartridge.
002711 1 Speed adjusting dial The tool speed can be infinitely adjusted between 500 and 2,800 (Model 4331D), 500 and 2,600 (Model 4333D) strokes per minute by turning the adjusting dial. Higher speed is obtained when the dial is turned in the direction of number 5; lower speed is obtained when it is turned in the direction of number 1. Refer to the table to select the proper speed for the workpiece to be cut. However, the appropriate speed may differ with the type or thickness of the workpiece.
002718 1 2 With the blade teeth facing forward, insert the blade into the blade holder as far as it will go. Make sure that the back edge of the blade fits into the roller. Then tighten the screw clockwise to secure the blade. To remove the blade, follow the installation procedure in reverse. NOTE: • Occasionally lubricate the roller. 3 1. Screw 2. Roller 3.
002735 Plastic base plate (optional accessory) Use the plastic base plate when cutting decorative veneers, plastics, etc. It protects sensitive surfaces from damage. To replace the base plate, remove the four screws. 1 2 3 1. Screw 2. Plastic base plate 3. Hex wrench 002737 Rip fence (optional accessory) When cutting widths of under 150 mm repeatedly, use of the rip fence (guide rule) will assure fast, clean, straight cuts. To install it, loosen the bolt on the front of the base.
002741 1 To attach the vacuum head on the tool, insert the hooks of the vacuum head into the hole in the base. The vacuum head can be installed on either left or right side of the base. Then connect a Makita vacuum cleaner to the vacuum head. 2 1. Vacuum head 2. Base 002742 OPERATION • • 002744 CAUTION: Always hold the base flush with the workpiece. Failure to do so may cause blade breakage, resulting in a serious injury. Advance the tool very slowly when cutting curves or scrolling.
002752 3 1 Loosen the bolt on the back of the base with the hex wrench. Move the base so that the bolt is positioned in the center of the cross-shaped slot in the base. 2 1. Cross-shaped slot 2. Hex wrench 3. Bolt 002753 Tilt the base until the desired bevel angle is obtained. The edge of the motor housing indicates the bevel angle by graduations. Then tighten the bolt to secure the base. 002758 Front flush cuts 1 2 3 1. Edge of motor housing 2. Graduations 3.
002764 B) Plunge cutting 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.
ACCESSORIES CAUTION: These accessories or attachments are recommended 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.
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