Makita 7104L User manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL
WARNING:
For your personal safety, READ and UNDERSTAND before using.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
ENGLISH
Chain Mortiser
MODEL 7104L
006289

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SPECIFICATIONS
• Due to our continuing programme of research and development, the specifications herein are subject to change
without notice.
• Note: Specifications may differ from country to country.
Symbols END001-1
The following show the symbols used for the tool. Be
sure that you understand their meaning before use.
..................Only for EU countries
Do not dispose of electric equipment
together with household waste mate-
rial!
In observance of European Directive
2002/96/EC on waste electric and
electronic equipment and its imple-
mentation in accordance with
national law, electric equipment that
have reached the end of their life
must be collected separately and
returned to an environmentally com-
patible recycling facility.
Intended use
The tool is intended for cutting mortise in wood.
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. This
tool should be grounded while in use to protect the oper-
ator from electric shock. Use only three-wire extension
cords which have three-prong grounding-type plugs and
three-pole receptacles which accept the tool’s plug.
For European countries only
Noise and Vibration
The typical A-weighted noise levels are
sound pressure level: 90 dB (A)
sound power level: 103 dB (A)
– Wear ear protection. –
The typical weighted root mean square acceleration
value is not more than 2.5 m/s2.
These values have been obtained according to
EN61029.
EC-DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
We declare under our sole responsibility that this product
is in compliance with the following standards of stand-
ardized documents, EN61029, EN55014, EN61000 in
accordance with Council Directives, 73/23/EEC, 89/336/
EEC, 98/37/EC.
Yasuhiko Kanzaki CE 2005
Director
MAKITA INTERNATIONAL EUROPE LTD.
Michigan Drive, Tongwell, Milton Keynes, Bucks MK15
8JD, ENGLAND
Responsible manufacturer:
Makita Corporation Anjo Aichi Japan
Model 7104L
Capacities
Max. hole length (Longitudinal) 130 mm
Max. hole depth 155 mm
Width of applicable workpiece 80 mm - 308 mm
Chain speed (min-1)300 m
Dimensions (L × W × H) 512 mm × 298 mm × 513 mm
Net weight 17 kg
Safety class Class I

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ENA001-2
WARNING:
When using electric tools, basic safety precautions, including the following,
should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and
personal injury. Read all these instructions before operating this product
and save these instructions.
For safe operations:
1. Keep work area clean.
Cluttered areas and benches invite injuries.
2. Consider work area environment.
Do not expose power tools to rain. Do not use
power tools in damp or wet locations. Keep work
area well lit. Do not use power tools where there is
risk to cause fire or explosion.
3. Guard against electric shock.
Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded sur-
faces (e.g. pipes, radiators, ranges, refrigerators).
4. Keep children away.
Do not let visitors touch the tool or extension cord.
All visitors should be kept away from work area.
5. Store idle tools.
When not in use, tools should be stored in a dry,
high or locked up place, out of reach of children.
6. Do not force the tool.
It will do the job better and safer at the rate for which
it was intended.
7. Use the right tool.
Do not force small tools or attachments to do the job
of a heavy duty tool. Do not use tools for purposes
not intended; for example, do not use circular saws
to cut tree limbs or logs.
8. Dress properly.
Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery, they can be
caught in moving parts. Rubber gloves and non-skid
footwear are recommended when working outdoors.
Wear protecting hair covering to contain long hair.
9. Use safety glasses and hearing protection.
Also use face or dust mask if the cutting operation is
dusty.
10. Connect dust extraction equipment.
If devices are provided for the connection of dust
extraction and collection facilities ensure these are
connected and properly used.
11. Do not abuse the cord.
Never carry the tool by the cord or yank it to discon-
nect it from the socket. Keep the cord away from
heat, oil and sharp edges.
12. Secure work.
Use clamps or a vice to hold the work. It is safer
than using your hand and it frees both hands to
operate the tool.
13. Do not overreach.
Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
14. Maintain tools with care.
Keep cutting tools sharp and clean for better and
safer performance. Follow instructions for lubrica-
tion and changing accessories. Inspect tool cord
periodically and if damaged have it repaired by an
authorized service facility. Inspect extension cords
periodically and replace, if damaged. Keep handles
dry, clean and free from oil and grease.
15. Disconnect tools.
When not in use, before servicing and when chang-
ing accessories such as blades, bits and cutters.
16. Remove adjusting keys and wrenches.
Form the habit of checking to see that keys and
adjusting wrenches are removed from the tool
before turning it on.
17. Avoid unintentional starting.
Do not carry a plugged-in tool with a finger on the
switch. Ensure switch is off when plugging in.
18. Use outdoor extension leads.
When tool is used outdoors, use only extension
cords intended for outdoor use.
19. Stay alert.
Watch what you are doing. Use common sense. Do
not operate tool when you are tired.
20. Check damaged parts.
Before further use of the tool, a guard or other part
that is damaged should be carefully checked to
determine that it will operate properly and perform
its intended function. Check for alignment of moving
parts, free running of moving parts, breakage of
parts, mounting and any other conditions that may
affect its operation. A guard or other part that is
damaged should be properly repaired or replaced
by an authorized service center unless otherwise
indicated in this instruction manual. Have defective
switches replaced by an authorized service facility.
Do not use the tool if the switch does not turn it on
and off.
21. Warning.
The use of any accessory or attachment, other than
those recommended in this instruction manual or
the catalog, may present a risk of personal injury.
22. Have your tool repaired by a qualified person.
This electric tool is in accordance with the relevant
safety requirements. Repairs should only be carried
out by qualified persons using original spare parts,
otherwise this may result in considerable danger to
the user.

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ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES ENB093-1
1. Use this tool only to cut holes in wood.
2. This tool is for cutting holes in flat-sur-
faced wood. Never use it for cutting holes
in a log.
3. Wear ear protectors.
4. Handle the cutter chain carefully; it is very
sharp.
5. Place the workpiece on wood blocks or
short beams to prevent the cutter chain
from hitting the ground, floor, etc., caus-
ing damage to the cutter chain at the time
of hole breakthrough.
6. Check the cutter chain carefully for cracks
or damage before operation.
Replace cracked or damaged cutter chain
immediately.
7. Secure the tool to the workpiece firmly.
8. Inspect for and remove nails or foreign
matter from the workpiece before opera-
tion.
9. Do not operate the tool with the safety
cover open.
10. Do not wear gloves during operation.
11. Keep hands away from moving parts.
12. Remove the tool from the workpiece after
operation to keep it from falling off and
possibly causing injury.
13. Don’t abuse cord. Never yank cord to dis-
connect it from the receptacle. Keep cord
away from heat, oil, water and sharp
edges.
14. PROPER GROUNDING. This tool should
be grounding while in use to protect the
operator from electric shock.
15. EXTENSION CORDS. Use only three-wire
extension cords which have three-prong
grounding-type plugs and three-pole
receptacles which accept the tool’s plug.
Replace or repair damaged or worn cord
immediately.
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FUNCTIONAL
DESCRIPTION CAUTION:
• Always be sure that the tool is switched off and unplugged before
adjusting or checking function on the tool.
Adjusting depth of cut
Loosen the wing bolt on the stopper. Move the stopper to the desired position
and tighten the wing bolt. When tightened, the tip of the wing bolts should con-
tact the flat surface of the stopper pole. The numbers indicated on the stopper
pole are in cm units (3 mm per graduation).
Switch 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 prevent the switch trigger from being accidentally pulled, a lock-off button is
provided. To start the tool, push in the lock-off button and pull the switch trig-
ger. Release the switch trigger to stop.
ASSEMBLY CAUTION:
• Always be sure that the tool is switched off and unplugged before
carrying out any work on the tool.
Installing or removing cutter chain
WARNING:
• Always be sure that the tool is switched off and unplugged before
installing or removing the cutter chain.
• Always close the chain cover after installing, removing or adjusting the
cutter chain.
To install the cutter chain, open the chain cover. Loosen the hex bolt securing
the chain bar and the adjusting screw.
1. Wing bolt
2. Stopper pole
3. Stopper
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2
3
005999
1. Lock-off button
2. Switch trigger
1
2
006300
1. Adjusting screw
2. Chain bar
3. Chain cover
4. Hex bolt
1
2
3
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