Makita 4350T Top Handle Jig Saw Instruction Manual

makita 4350T Top Handle Jig Saw

SPECIFICATIONS

• Due to our continuing programme of research and development, the specifications herein are subject to change without notice.
•  Specifications may differ from country to country.
• Weight according to EPTA-Procedure 01/2003

Intended use

The tool is intended for the sawing of wood, plastic and metal materials. As a result of the extensive accessory and saw blade program, the tool can be used for many purposes and is very well suited for curved or circular cuts.

Power supply

The tool should be connected only to a power supply of the same voltage as indicated on the nameplate, and can only be operated on single-phase AC supply. They are double-insulated in accordance with European Standard and can, therefore, also be used from sockets without earth wire.

Vibration

• The vibration total value (tri-axial vector sum) determined according to EN60745-2-11:
• Work mode : wood cutting Vibration emission (ah,CW) : 8 m/s2 Uncertainty (K) : 1.5 m/s2
• Work mode : metal cutting Vibration emission (ah,CM) : 4.5 m/s2 Uncertainty (K) : 1.5 m/s2
• The declared vibration emission value has been measured in accordance with the standard test method and may be used for comparing one tool with another.
• The declared vibration emission value may also be used in a preliminary assessment of exposure

WARNING: 

• The vibration emission during actual use of the power tool can differ from the declared emission value depending on the ways in which the tool is used.
•  Be sure to identify safety measures to protect the operator that are based on an estimation of exposure in the actual conditions of use (taking account of all parts of the operating cycle such as the times when the tool is switched off and when it is running idle in addition to the trigger time).

General Power Tool Safety

WARNING Read all safety warnings and all instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.
Save all warnings and instructions for future reference.

SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES

DO NOT let comfort or familiarity with product (gained from repeated use) replace strict adherence to jig saw safety rules. If you use this tool unsafely or incorrectly, you can suffer serious personal injury.

1. Hold power tool by insulated gripping surfaces, when performing an operation where the cutting accessory may contact hidden wiring or its own cord. Cutting accessory contacting a “live” wire may make exposed metal parts of the power tool “live” and could give the operator an electric shock.
2. Use clamps or another practical way to secure and support the workpiece to a stable platform. Holding the work by hand or against your body leaves it unstable and may lead to loss of control.
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 beyond the workpiece before cutting so that the blade will not strike the floor, workbench, etc.
7. Hold the tool firmly.
8. Make sure the 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 blade to come to a complete stop before removing the blade from the workpiece.
12. Do not touch the blade or the workpiece 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 inhalation and skin contact. Follow material supplier safety data.
15. Always use the correct dust mask/respirator for the material and application you are working with.

FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION

Selecting the cutting action
Fig.1 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.

CAUTION: 

Before plugging in the tool, always check to see that the switch trigger actuates properly and returns to the “OFF” position when released.

To start the tool, simply pull the switch trigger. Release the switch trigger to stop. 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. Speed adjusting dial For 4350CT, 4350FCT Fig.3 The tool speed can be infinitely adjusted between 800 and 2,800 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. In general, higher speeds will allow you to cut workpieces faster but the service life of the blade will be reduced.

CAUTION:  

The speed adjusting dial can be turned only as far as 5 and back to 1. Do not force it past 5 or 1, or the speed adjusting function may no longer work.

The tools equipped with electronic function are easy to operate because of the following features. Constant speed control Electronic speed control for obtaining constant speed. Possible to get fine finish, because the rotating speed is kept constant even under load condition. Soft start feature Safety and soft start because of suppressed starting shock. Lighting up the lamps For 4350FCT only

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 

• Always clean out all chips or foreign matter adhering to the blade and/or blade holder. Failure to do so may cause insufficient tightening of the blade, resulting in a serious personal injury.
• Do not touch the blade or the workpiece immediately after operation; they may be extremely hot and could burn your skin.
• Tighten the saw blade securely. Failure to do so may cause a serious injury.
• When you remove the saw blade, be careful not to hurt your fingers with the top of the blade or the tips of workpiece.

To install the blade, open the tool opener to the position shown in the figure. Fig.4 Keeping that situation, insert the saw blade into the blade clamp as far as the two protrusions of the blade can not be seen. Fig.5 Return the tool opener to its original position. After installing, always make sure that the blade is securely held in place by trying to pull it out.To remove the blade, open the tool opener to the position shown in the figure. Pull the saw blade out toward the base. Fig.6 Hex wrench storage Fig.7 When not in use, the hex wrench can be conveniently stored.

OPERATION

CAUTIONS

• Hold the tool firmly with one hand on the main handle when performing the tool. If necessary, the front part of the tool may be supported by the other hand.
• Always hold the base flush with the workpiece. Failure to do so may cause blade breakage, resulting in a serious injury.

Fig.8 Turn the tool on and wait until the blade attains full speed. Then rest the tool base flat on the workpiece and gently move the tool forward along the previously marked cutting line. When cutting curves, advance the tool very slowly. Bevel cutting

CAUTION: 

Always be sure that the tool is switched off and unplugged before tilting the base.  With the base tilted, you can make bevel cuts at any angle between 0° and 45° (left or right). Fig.9 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 bevel slot in the base. Fig.10 Tilt the base until the desired bevel angle is obtained. The V-notch of the gear housing indicates the bevel angle by graduations. Then tighten the bolt firmly to secure the base. Fig.11 Front flush cuts Fig.12 Loosen the bolt on the back of the base with the hex wrench and slide the base all the way back. Then tighten the bolt to secure the base. Cutouts Cutouts can be made with either of two methods A or B. A) Boring a starting hole: Fig.13 For internal cutouts without a lead-in cut from an edge, pre-drill a starting hole 12 mm or more in diameter. Insert the blade into this hole to start your cut.  B) Plunge cutting: Fig.14

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.
4.  Complete the cut in the normal manner.

Finishing edges
Fig.15 To trim edges or make dimensional adjustments, run the blade lightly along the cut edges.
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.
Dust extraction
Fig.16 Fig.17 The dust nozzle (accessory) is recommended to perform clean cutting operations. To attach the dust nozzle on the tool, insert the hook of dust nozzle into the hole in the base. The dust nozzle can be installed on either left or right side of the base. Then connect a Makita vacuum cleaner to the dust nozzle. Fig.18

CAUTION:  If you try to remove the dust nozzle forcibly, the hook of the dust nozzle can be diminished and removed unintentionally during operation.

• Always be sure that the tool is switched off and unplugged before installing or removing accessories.

1. Straight cuts Fig.19 Fig.20 When repeatedly cutting widths of 160 mm or less, use of the rip fence will assure fast, clean, straight cuts. To install, insert the rip fence into the rectangular hole on the side of the tool base with the fence guide facing down. Slide the rip fence to the desired cutting width position, then tighten the bolt to secure it.2. Circular cuts Fig.21 Fig.22

When cutting circles or arcs of 170 mm or less in radius, install the rip fence as follows. Insert the rip fence into the rectangular hole on the side of the base with the fence guide facing up.  Insert the circular guide pin through either of the two holes on the fence guide. Screw the threaded knob onto the pin to secure the pin. 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.

NOTE: Always use blades No. B-17, B-18, B-26 or B-27 when cutting circles or arcs.

Guide rail adapter set (accessory)
Fig.23 When cutting parallel and uniform width or cutting straight, the use of the guide rail and the guide rail adapter will assure the production of fast and clean cuts. To install the guide rail adapter, insert the rule bar into the square hole of the base as far as it goes. Secure the bolt with the hex wrench securely.
Fig.24 Install the guide rail adapter on the rail of the guide rail. Insert the rule bar into the square hole of the guide rail adapter. Put the base to the side of the guide rail, and secure the bolt securely. Fig.25 Always use blades No. B-8, B-13, B-16, B-17 or 58 when using the guide rail and the guide rail adapter.

Cover plate
Fig.26 Use the cover plate when cutting decorative veneers, plastics, etc. It protects sensitive or delicate surfaces from damage. Fit it on the back of the tool base.
Anti-splintering device
Fig.27 For splinter-free cuts, the anti-splintering device can be used. To install the anti-splintering device, move the tool base all the way forward and fit it from the back of tool base. When you use the cover plate, install the anti-splintering device onto the cover plate.

MAINTENANCE

CAUTION: Always be sure that the tool is switched off and unplugged before attempting to perform inspection or maintenance.

To maintain product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs, carbon brush inspection and replacement, any other maintenance or adjustment should be performed by Makita Authorized Service Centers, always using Makita replacement parts.

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.

• Jig saw blades
• Hex wrench 4
• Rip fence (guide rule) set
• Guide rail adapter set
• Guide rail set
•  Anti-splintering device
• Dust nozzle
•  Cover plate
• Hose (For vacuum cleaner)