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Jig Saw Model 4304 4305 MODEL 4304 MODEL 4305 Variable Speed Variable Speed Length Max. cutting capacities Strokes Overall Net of stroke Wood Mild steel Aluminum per minute length weight 249 mm (9-314") 2.3 kg 285 mm (5.1 lbs) 111-1/4") (::,yg,, 500 - 3,000 26" 135" 10" (1") (5-5/16'7 13/8") INSTRUCTION MANUA[...]
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GENERAL SAFETY RULES (For All Tools) WARNING! Read and understand all instructions. Failure to follow all instructions listed below, may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious personal injury. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS. 1. Keep your work area clean and well lit. Cluttered benches and dark areas invite accidents. 2. Do not[...]
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11. Avoid accidental starting. Be sure switch is off before plugging in. Carrying tools with your finger on the switch or plugging in tools that have the switch on invites accidents. 12. Remove adjusting keys or switches before turning the tool on. A wrench or a key that is left attached to a rotating part of the tool may result in personal injury.[...]
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ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES 1. Avoid cutting nails. Inspect for and remove all nails from the workpiece before 2. Don't cut hollow pipe. 3. Do not cut oversize workpiece. 4. Check for the proper clearance beneath the workpiece before cutting so that 5. Always wear eye protection conforming with current national standard. 6. Hold the tool firmly. 7[...]
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The followings show the symbols used for tool. v ................................. volts A ................................. amperes Hz ................................. herts kg ................................. kilograms h ................................. hours min ................................. minutes S ................................. sec[...]
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Installing or removing the saw blade CAUTION: Always be sure that the tool is switched off and unplugged before installing or removing the blade. To install the blade, loosen the screw on With the blade teeth facing forward, insert 1 the blade into the blade holder as far as it will go. Make sure that the back edge of the blade fits properly in the[...]
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Installing the universal shank jig saw blade CAUTION : Always be sure that the tool is switched off and unplugged before installing or removing the blade. If the universal blade clamp is used, you can use blades of other makes which have a universal shank like the one shown in the figure, with a blade width of 6.35 mm (1 /4" 1. c Insert the bl[...]
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Position Cutting action Applications I ~~~ ~~~~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~~~ I I I Smallorbit cutting action 1 For cutting mild steel, aluminum and hard wood. straight line cutting action 0 For cutting mild steel, stainless steel and plastics. For clean cuts in wood and plywood. To start the tool, simply pull the trigger. Release the trigger to stop. For continuous[...]
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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 at right to select the proper speed for the workpiece to be cut. Howe[...]
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CAUTION : Always hold the tool with the base flush with the workpiece. Failure to do so may cause *Advance the tool very slowly when cutting curves or scrolling. Forcing the tool may a slanted cutting surface and blade breakage. cause a slanted cutting surface and blade breakage. Bevel cutting CAUTION : Always unplug the tool before making any adju[...]
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cutouts Cutouts can be made with either of two methods A or B. A) Boring a starting hole: For internal cutouts without a lead-in cut from an edge, predrill starting hole more than 12 mm (15/32") in diameter. Insert the blade into this hole and hold the tool firmly against the workpiece to start your cut. / For 4304 Starting hole A/ p Starting [...]
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Finishing edges To trim edges or make slight dimensional adjustments, run the blade lightly along the cut edges. 'Of I For 4305 Metal cutting 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. Plastic base [...]
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Guide rule (rip fence; optional accessory) When cutting widths of under 150 mm (5-29/32") repeatedly, use of the guide rule will assure fast, clean, straight cuts. To install it, loosen the bolt on the front of the base. Slip in the guide rule and secure the bolt. Circular guide (optional accessory) Use of the circular guide insures clean, smo[...]
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To attach the vacuum head on the tool, insert the hook of the vacuum head into the hole in the base. Tighten the bolt to secure the vacuum head. Then connect a Makita vacuum cleaner to the vacuum head. Hex wrench Plastic cover= I -Hose of vacuum cleaner MAINTENANCE CAUTION : Always be sure that the tool is switched off and unplugged before attempt[...]
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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. The accessories or attachments should be used only in the proper and intended manner. An exceotion: Universal shank jig saw blades wi[...]
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Jig saw blade Blade type No. 51 Application ' Wood and plywood Plastics Aluminum 1.5 - 3 mm thick 1 - 6 mm thick - 11/16" - 118") 13/64' - 1/4'l H 4 - 60 mm thick 4 - 60 mm thick NO. 58 I 15/32" - 2-3/6"1 15/32" - 2-318") I- Is No. 59 4 - 30 mm thick 15/32" - 1-1/8") 15/32" - 1-116") [...]
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JIG SAW Model 4304 Note: The switch, noise suppressor and other part configurations may differ from country to country. 17[...]
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MACHINE ~ 1 1 Switch 2 1 Handle Set IWith Item 551 3 1 Tapping Screw Flange PT 4x20 4 1 Cord 5 1 Cord Guard 6 1 Strain Relief 7 2 Tapping screw 4xia 9 1 PI" 3 10 1 Switch Lever 11 1 Spacer 12 1 Compression Spring 4 13 1 Lock On Lever 14 1 Controller 15 2 Tapping Screw Flange PT 4x20 16 2 Tapping Screw CT 4x16 17 1 Gear Housing Cover Complete 1[...]
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JIG SAW Model 4305 Note: The switch, noise suppressor and other part configurations may differ from country to country. 19[...]
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MAKlTA LIMrrED ONE YEAR WARRANTY I Warranty Policy Every Makita tool is thorou ly inspezted and tested before leaving the factory. It is warranted to be free of defects from wor&kp and materials for the period of ONE YEAR from the date of original purchrsc. Should any trouble develop during this oneyear period, return the COMPLETE td, freight p[...]