User manual MAKITA 4327

[. . . ] Michigan Drive, Tongwell, Milton Keynes, Bucks MK15 8JD, ENGLAND GEA001-3 GENERAL SAFETY RULES WARNING!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 battery-operated (cordless) power tool. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. Work area safety 1. Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases or dust. [. . . ] Holding the work by hand or against your body leaves it unstable and may lead to loss of control. Check for the proper clearance beyond the workpiece before cutting so that the blade will not strike the floor, workbench, etc. Make sure the blade is not contacting the workpiece before the switch is turned on. Always switch off and wait for the blade to come to a complete stop before removing the blade from the workpiece. Do not touch the blade or the workpiece immediately after operation; they may be 4 FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION · CAUTION: Always be sure that the tool is switched off and unplugged before adjusting or checking function on the tool. Selecting the cutting action (For models 4328/4329) 1. Cutting action changing lever 1 008153 This tool can be operated with an orbital or a straight line (up and down) cutting action. The orbital cutting action thrusts the blade forward on the cutting stroke and greatly increases cutting speed. To change the cutting action, just turn the cutting action changing lever to the desired cutting action position. Refer to the table to select the appropriate cutting action. Position Cutting action Applications For cutting mild steel, stainless steel and plastics. For fast cutting in wood and plywood. 0 Straight line cutting action Small orbit cutting action Medium orbit cutting action dial. Higher speed is obtained when the dial is turned in the direction of number 6; 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. In general, higher speeds will allow you to cut workpieces faster but the service life of the blade will be reduced. Workpiece to be cut Wood Mild steel Stainless steel Aluminum Plastics 006583 Number on adjusting dial 5-6 3-6 3-4 3-6 1-4 Large orbit cutting action 006582 Switch action 1 2 · 1. Lock button · CAUTION: If the tool is operated continuously at low speeds for a long time, the motor will get overloaded and heated up. The speed adjusting dial can be turned only as far as 6 and back to 1. Do not force it past 6 or 1, or the speed adjusting function may no longer work. ASSEMBLY 008082 · CAUTION: Before plugging in the tool, always check to see that the switch trigger actuates properly and returns to the "OFF" position when released. 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. · CAUTION: Always be sure that the tool is switched off and unplugged before carrying out any work on the tool. Installing or removing saw blade 1 2 1. Hex wrench Speed adjusting dial (For models 4327/4328/4329) 1 3 008083 1. Base 2 008087 008154 Loosen the bolt on the back of the base with the hex wrench. Base 3 008088 008091 CAUTION: Always be sure that the tool is switched off and unplugged before tilting the base. [. . . ] Insert the circular guide pin through either of the two holes on the fence guide. Now slide the rip fence to the desired cutting radius, and tighten the bolt to secure it in place. Then move the base all the way forward. · 9 Cover plate for aluminum base (Optional accessory) 1 1. Aluminum base 2 008102 Use the cover plate when cutting decorative veneers, plastics, etc. [. . . ]