Makita SJ401 instruction manual General Safety Rules

Page 2

GENERAL SAFETY RULES

.2

SPECIAL SAFETY RULES FOR SCROLL SAW

. 3

MOTOR SPECIFICATIONS AND

 

ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS

. 4

UNPACKING AND CHECKING CONTENTS.. ........ 5

GETTING TO KNOW YOUR SCROLL SAW

. 6

GLOSSARY OF TERMS

. 7

ASSEMBLY & ADJUSTING

. 8

Mounting Scroll Saw to Workbench

. 8

Settingthe Table for Horizontal or Bevel Cutting

.8

Adjusting Hold down

. 9

Adjusting Dust Blower

. 9

Aligning the Bevel Indicator

9

Installing Pin End Blade

10

Installing Plain End Blade

11

Removing Plain End Blade

11

On-Off Knob

12

BASIC SCROLL SAW OPERATION

.13

Making Interior Scroll Cuts

14

Before Each Use

14

Choice of Blade and Speed

14

MAINTAINING YOUR SCROLL SAW

.15

CONTENT PARTS

.16

TROUBLE SHOOTING

.19

General Safety Rules

1.Know Your Power Tool

Read and understand the owner's manual and labels affixedto the tool. Learn its application and limitations as well as the specific potential hazards peculiarto this tool.

2.Ground all Tools

This tool is equipped with an approved 3-conductor cord and a 3-prong grounding type plug to fit the proper grounding type receptacle. The green conductor in the cord is the grounding wire. Never connect the green wire to a live terminal.

3.Keep Work Area Clean

Cluttered areas and benches invite accidents. Floor must not be slippery due to wax or sawdust.

4.Avoid Dangerous Environment

Don't use power tools in damp or wet locations or ex- pose them to rain. Keep work area well lighted. Provide adequate surrounding work space.

5.Keep Guards in Place

In working order, and in adjustment and alignment.

6.Remove Adjusting keys and Wrenches

Form a habit of checking to see that keys and adjusting wrenches are removed from tool before turning it on.

7.Keep Children Away

All visitors should be kept a safe distance from work area.

8.Make Workshop Child Proof

With padlocks, master switches, or by removing starter keys.

9.Don't Force Tool

It will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed.

10.Never Stand on Tool

Serious injury could occur if the tool is tipped or if the cutting tool is accidentally contacted.

Do not store materials above or near the tool such that it is necessary to stand on the tool to reach them.

11.Use Right Tool

Don't force tools or attachment to do a job it was not designed for.

12.Wear Proper Apparel

Do not wear loose clothing, gloves, neckties or jewelry (ringswristwatches) to get caught in movingparts. NON- SLIP footwear is recommended.

Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair, Roll long sleeves above the elbow.

13.Secure Work

Use clamps or a vise to hold work when practical. It's safer than using your hands and frees both hands to operate tool.

14.Use Safety Goggles

Wear safety goggles (must comply with ANSIZ87.1) at all times. Everyday eyeglasses only have impact resistant lenses, they are NOT safety glasses. Also, use face or dust mask if cutting operation is dusty, and ear protectors (plugs or muffs) during extended periods or operation.

15.Don't Overreach

Keep proper footing and balance at all times.

16.Check Damaged Parts

Before further use of the tool, a guard or other part that is damaged should be carefully checked to ensure that it will operate properly and perform its intended function. Check for alignment of moving parts, binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, mounting, and any other conditions that may affect its operation. A guard or any part that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced.

17.Use Recommended Accessories

Consult the owner's manual for recommended acces- sories. Follow the instructions that accompany the ac- cessories. The use of improper accessories may cause hazards.

18.Disconnect Tools

Before servicing; when changing accessories such as blades, bits, cutter, etc.

19.Directionof Feed

Feed work into a blade or cutter against the direction of rotation of the blade or cutter only.

20.MaintainTools with Care

Keep tools sharp and clean for best and safest performance. Follow instructions for lubricating and changing blades, bits, cutters, etc.

21.Avoid Accidental Starting

Makes sure switch is in "OFF" positionbefore pluggingin power cord.

22.Never Leave Tool Running Unattended

Turn power off. Don't leave tool until it comes to a complete stop.

2

Image 2
Contents Scroll Saw General Safety Rules Location Think SafetyStability of Tool Protection Eyes, Hands, Face Ears, and BodyElectrical Requirements Motor SpecificationsILength of the Cord American Wire Gage Number 120 V Lines Unpacking-and Checking Contents In111Getting To Know Your Scroll Saw Getting To Know Your Scroll Saw Glossary of TennsSeting the Table for Assembly & AdjustingMounting Scroll SAW To Workbench Quantity DescriptionAligning the Bevel Indicator Adjusting Hold DownAdjusting Dust Blower Assemb/y & Adjusting Installing PIN END BladesRemoving Plain END Blades Assembly & AaustingInstalling Plain END Blades Assembly dk Adjusting ON-OFF KnobBasic Scroll Saw Operation Making Interior Scroll CutsBefore Each USE Choice of Blade and SpeedMaintaining Your MaintenanceWiring Diagram Content Pants Description Content Parts 98’8Problem Tmuble ShootingMakita Corporation