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Jig Saw Variable Speed MODEL 4340FCT DOUBLE INSULATION 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. w w w .
SPECIFICATIONS Model 4340FCT Length of stroke 26 mm (1”) Wood 135 mm (5-5/16”) Cutting capacities Steel 10 mm (3/8”) Strokes per minute 800 - 2,800/min. Overall length 239 mm (9-3/8”) Net weight 2.4 kg (5.3 lbs) • Manufacturer reserves the right to change specifications without notice. •...
change the plug in any way. Double insula- 13. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. Proper footing and tion eliminates the need for the three wire balance enables better control of the tool in grounded power cord and grounded power unexpected situations.
22. Use only accessories that are recom- tenance performed by unqualified personnel mended by the manufacturer for your could result in a risk of injury. model. Accessories that may be suitable for 24. When servicing a tool, use only identical one tool, may become hazardous when used replacement parts.
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5. Do not cut oversize workpiece. 11. Always switch off and wait for the blade to come to a complete stop before removing 6. Check for the proper clearance beyond the blade from the workpiece. the workpiece before cutting so that the blade will not strike the floor, workbench, 12.
FUNCTIONAL CAUTION: DESCRIPTION • Always be sure that the tool is switched off and unplugged before adjusting or checking function on the tool. Selecting the cutting action 001906 This tool can be operated with an orbital or a straight line (up and down) cutting action.
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Refer to the table to select the proper speed for the work- piece 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.
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ASSEMBLY 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 001909 CAUTION: • Always clean out all chips or foreign matter adhering to the blade and/or blade holder.
Hex wrench storage 001912 When not in use, the hex wrench can be conveniently stored. 1. Base 2. Hex wrench OPERATION CAUTION: • Always hold the tool base flush with the workpiece. Failure to do so may cause blade breakage, resulting in a serious injury.
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Tilt the base until the desired bevel angle is obtained. The V- 001916 notch of the gear housing indicates the bevel angle by gradu- ations. Then tighten the bolt firmly to secure the base. 1. Graduations 2. Bevel slot 3. Base 4.
B) Plunge cutting: 001919 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.
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The dust nozzle can be installed on either left or right side of 001922 the base. Then connect a Makita vacuum cleaner to the dust nozzle. 001923 1. Dust nozzle 2. Hose for vacuum cleaner Rip fence set (optional accessory) CAUTION: •...
2. Circular cuts 001926 When cutting circles or arcs of 170 mm (6-11/16”) or less in radius, install the rip fence as follows. Insert the rip fence into the rectangular hole on the side of the tool base with the fence guide facing up. Insert the circular guide pin through either of the two holes on the fence guide.
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.
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First-Class Postage Required Post Office will not deliver without proper postage. Makita U.S.A., Inc. 14930 Northam Street La Mirada, CA 90638-5753 Fold...
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Design Repair Service Industrial Maintenance Features Durability Home Maintenance Size Power Hobby Price Other ( Other ( Makita Brand 5. Any comments: DATE PURCHASED MODEL NO. MONTH YEAR SERIAL NO. STATUS INTL. LAST NAME / COMPANY NAME Married Single STREET ADRESS...
Date Purchased When you need service: Send complete tool (prepaid) to one Dealer’s Name & Address of the Makita Factory Service Centers listed, or to an Authorized Makita Service Center. Be sure to attach a letter to the outside of Model No.
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MAKITA LIMITED ONE YEAR WARRANTY Warranty Policy Every Makita tool is thoroughly inspected and tested before leaving the factory. It is warranted to be free of defects from workmanship and materials for the period of ONE YEAR from the date of original purchase.