Makita M4301 User manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Jig Saw
M4301
ENGLISH: Original instructions
DOUBLE INSULATION
Read before use.

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SPECIFICATIONS
Model: M4301
Length of stroke 18 mm
Blade type B type
Max. cutting capacities Wood 65 mm
Mild steel 6 mm
Strokes per minute (min-1)0 - 3,100
Overall length 214 mm
Net weight 1.9 kg
Safety class /II
• Duetoourcontinuingprogramofresearchanddevelopment,thespecicationshereinaresubjecttochange
without notice.
• Specicationsmaydifferfromcountrytocountry.
• Weight according to EPTA-Procedure 01/2014
Symbols
The followings show the symbols used for the equip-
ment. Be sure that you understand their meaning before
use.
Read instruction manual.
DOUBLE INSULATION
Only for EU countries
Do not dispose of electric equipment
together with household waste material! In
observance of the European Directive, on
Waste Electric and Electronic Equipment
and its implementation in accordance with
national law, electric equipment that have
reached the end of their life must be col-
lected separately and returned to an envi-
ronmentally compatible recycling facility.
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 and can, therefore, also be used
from sockets without earth wire.
Noise
The typical A-weighted noise level determined accord-
ing to EN62841-2-11:
Sound pressure level (LpA) : 82 dB(A)
Sound power level (LWA) : 93 dB (A)
Uncertainty (K) : 3 dB(A)
NOTE: The declared noise emission value(s) has
been measured in accordance with a standard test
method and may be used for comparing one tool with
another.
NOTE: The declared noise emission value(s)
may also be used in a preliminary assessment of
exposure.
WARNING: Wear ear protection.
WARNING: The noise emission during actual
use of the power tool can differ from the declared
value(s) depending on the ways in which the
tool is used especially what kind of workpiece is
processed.
WARNING: Be sure to identify safety mea-
sures 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).
Vibration
The vibration total value (tri-axial vector sum) deter-
mined according to EN62841-2-11:
Work mode: cutting boards
Vibration emission (ah,B) : 8.0 m/s2
Uncertainty (K) : 1.5 m/s2
Work mode: cutting sheet metal
Vibration emission (ah,M) : 5.0 m/s2
Uncertainty (K) : 1.5 m/s2
NOTE: The declared vibration total value(s) has been
measured in accordance with a standard test method
and may be used for comparing one tool with another.
NOTE: The declared vibration total value(s) may also
be used in a preliminary assessment of exposure.

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WARNING: The vibration emission during actual
use of the power tool can differ from the declared val-
ue(s) depending on the ways in which the tool is used
especially what kind of workpiece is processed.
WARNING: Be sure to identify safety measures
to protect the operator that are based on an estima-
tion of exposure in the actual conditions of use (tak-
ing 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).
EC Declaration of Conformity
For European countries only
The EC declaration of conformity is included as Annex A
to this instruction manual.
General power tool safety warnings
WARNING: Read all safety warnings, instruc-
tions, illustrations and specications provided
with this power tool. Failure to follow all instructions
listedbelowmayresultinelectricshock,reand/or
seriousinjury.
Save all warnings and instruc-
tions for future reference.
The term "power tool" in the warnings refers to your
mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated
(cordless) power tool.
Work area safety
1. Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or
dark areas invite accidents.
2. Do not operate power tools in explosive atmo-
spheres, such as in the presence of ammable
liquids, gases or dust. Power tools create sparks
which may ignite the dust or fumes.
3. Keep children and bystanders away while
operating a power tool. Distractions can cause
you to lose control.
Electrical Safety
1. Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never
modify the plug in any way. Do not use any
adapter plugs with earthed (grounded) power
tools. Unmodiedplugsandmatchingoutletswill
reduce risk of electric shock.
2. Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded
surfaces, such as pipes, radiators, ranges and
refrigerators. There is an increased risk of elec-
tric shock if your body is earthed or grounded.
3. Do not expose power tools to rain or wet con-
ditions. Water entering a power tool will increase
the risk of electric shock.
4. Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for
carrying, pulling or unplugging the power tool.
Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges
or moving parts. Damaged or entangled cords
increase the risk of electric shock.
5. When operating a power tool outdoors, use an
extension cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of
a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of
electric shock.
6. If operating a power tool in a damp location
is unavoidable, use a residual current device
(RCD) protected supply. Use of an RCD reduces
the risk of electric shock.
7. Use of power supply via an RCD with a rated
residual current of 30 mA or less is always
recommended.
8. Power tools can produce electromagnetic
elds (EMF) that are not harmful to the user.
However, users of pacemakers and other similar
medical devices should contact the maker of their
device and/or doctor for advice before operating
this power tool.
9. Do not touch the power plug with wet hands.
10. If the cord is damaged, have it replaced by the
manufacturer or his agent in order to avoid a
safety hazard.
Personal Safety
1. Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use
common sense when operating a power tool.
Do not use a power tool while you are tired or
under the inuence of drugs, alcohol or med-
ication. A moment of inattention while operating
powertoolsmayresultinseriouspersonalinjury.
2. Use personal protective equipment. Always
wear eye protection. Protective equipment such
as a dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat or
hearing protection used for appropriate conditions
willreducepersonalinjuries.
3. Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the
switch is in the off-position before connecting
to power source and/or battery pack, picking
up or carrying the tool. Carrying power tools with
yourngerontheswitchorenergisingpowertools
that have the switch on invites accidents.
4. Remove any adjusting key or wrench before
turning the power tool on. A wrench or a key left
attached to a rotating part of the power tool may
resultinpersonalinjury.
5. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and
balance at all times. This enables better control
of the power tool in unexpected situations.
6. Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or
jewellery. Keep your hair and clothing away
from moving parts.Looseclothes,jewelleryor
long hair can be caught in moving parts.
7. If devices are provided for the connection of
dust extraction and collection facilities, ensure
these are connected and properly used. Use of
dust collection can reduce dust-related hazards.
8. Do not let familiarity gained from frequent use
of tools allow you to become complacent and
ignore tool safety principles. A careless action
cancausesevereinjurywithinafractionofa
second.
9. Always wear protective goggles to protect
your eyes from injury when using power tools.
The goggles must comply with ANSI Z87.1 in
the USA, EN 166 in Europe, or AS/NZS 1336
in Australia/New Zealand. In Australia/New
Zealand, it is legally required to wear a face
shield to protect your face, too.

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It is an employer's responsibility to enforce
the use of appropriate safety protective equip-
ments by the tool operators and by other per-
sons in the immediate working area.
Power tool use and care
1. Do not force the power tool. Use the correct
power tool for your application. The correct
powertoolwilldothejobbetterandsaferatthe
rate for which it was designed.
2. Do not use the power tool if the switch does
not turn it on and off. Any power tool that cannot
be controlled with the switch is dangerous and
must be repaired.
3. Disconnect the plug from the power source
and/or remove the battery pack, if detachable,
from the power tool before making any adjust-
ments, changing accessories, or storing power
tools. Such preventive safety measures reduce
the risk of starting the power tool accidentally.
4. Store idle power tools out of the reach of chil-
dren and do not allow persons unfamiliar with
the power tool or these instructions to operate
the power tool. Power tools are dangerous in the
hands of untrained users.
5. Maintain power tools and accessories. Check
for misalignment or binding of moving parts,
breakage of parts and any other condition that
may affect the power tool’s operation. If dam-
aged, have the power tool repaired before use.
Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained
power tools.
6. Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly
maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges
are less likely to bind and are easier to control.
7. Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits
etc. in accordance with these instructions, tak-
ing into account the working conditions and
the work to be performed. Use of the power tool
for operations different from those intended could
result in a hazardous situation.
8. Keep handles and grasping surfaces dry,
clean and free from oil and grease. Slippery
handles and grasping surfaces do not allow for
safe handling and control of the tool in unexpected
situations.
9. When using the tool, do not wear cloth work
gloves which may be entangled. The entangle-
ment of cloth work gloves in the moving parts may
resultinpersonalinjury.
Service
1. Have your power tool serviced by a qualied
repair person using only identical replacement
parts. This will ensure that the safety of the power
tool is maintained.
2. Follow instruction for lubricating and chang-
ing accessories.
Jig saw safety warnings
1. Hold the power tool by insulated gripping
surfaces, when performing an operation where
the cutting accessory may contact hidden wir-
ing 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 plat-
form. Holding the workpiece 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 oor, workbench, etc.
7. Hold the tool rmly.
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 imme-
diately 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 inhala-
tion and skin contact. Follow material supplier
safety data.
15. Always use the correct dust mask/respirator
for the material and application you are work-
ing with.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
WARNING: DO NOT let comfort or familiarity
with product (gained from repeated use) replace
strict adherence to safety rules for the subject
product. MISUSE or failure to follow the safety
rules stated in this instruction manual may cause
serious personal injury.

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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.
Selecting the cutting action
1
►1. Cutting action changing lever
This tool can be operated with an orbital or a straight
line (up and down) cutting action. The orbital cutting
actionthruststhejigsaw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
0Straight line cutting
action
For cutting mild
steel, stainless
steel and plastics.
For clean cuts in
wood and plywood.
ISmall orbit cutting
action
For cutting mild
steel, aluminum
and hard wood.
II Medium orbit
cutting action
For cutting wood
and plywood.
For fast cutting in
aluminum and mild
steel.
III Large orbit cutting
action
For fast cutting in
wood and plywood.
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.
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►1. Switch trigger 2. Lock button
To start the tool, simply pull the switch trigger. Tool
speed is increased by increasing pressure on the switch
trigger. Release the switch trigger to stop.
For continuous operation, pull the switch trigger, push
in the lock button and then release the switch trigger.
To stop the tool from the locked position, pull the switch
trigger fully, then release it.
ASSEMBLY
CAUTION: Always be sure that the tool is
switched off and unplugged before carrying out
any work on the tool.
Installing or removing jig saw blade
CAUTION: Always clean out all chips or for-
eign matter adhering to the jig saw blade and/or
blade holder.Failuretodosomaycauseinsufcient
tightening of the blade, resulting in a serious personal
injury.
CAUTION: Do not touch the jig saw blade or
the workpiece immediately after operation. They
may be extremely hot and could burn your skin.
CAUTION: Always secure the jig saw blade
rmly.Insufcienttighteningoftheblademaycause
bladebreakageorseriouspersonalinjury.
CAUTION: Use only B type jig saw blades.
UsingbladesotherthanBtypecausesinsufcient
tightening of the blade, resulting in a serious personal
injury.

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Toinstallthejigsawblade,loosentheboltcounter-
clockwiseonthejigsawbladeholderwiththehex
wrench.
1
2
3
►1. Jig saw blade holder 2. Bolt 3. Hex wrench
Withthebladeteethfacingforward,insertthejigsaw
bladeintothejigsawbladeholderasfarasitwillgo.
Makesurethatthebackedgeofthebladetsintothe
roller. Then tighten the bolt clockwise to secure the
blade.
1
2
3
►1. Bolt 2. Roller 3. Jig saw blade
Toremovethejigsawblade,followtheinstallation
procedure in reverse.
NOTE: Occasionally lubricate the roller.
Hex wrench storage
1
2
►1. Hook 2. Hex wrench
When not in use, store the hex wrench as shown in the
guretokeepitfrombeinglost.
OPERATION
CAUTION: Always hold the base ush with
the workpiece.Failuretodosomaycausejigsaw
bladebreakage,resultinginaseriousinjury.
CAUTION: Advance the tool very slowly when
cutting curves or scrolling. Forcing the tool may
causeaslantedcuttingsurfaceandjigsawblade
breakage.
1
2
►1. Cutting line 2. Base
Turnthetoolonwithoutthejigsawblademakingany
contact and wait until the blade attains full speed. Then
restthebaseatontheworkpieceandgentlymovethe
tool forward along the previously marked cutting line.
Bevel cutting
CAUTION: Always be sure that the tool is
switched off and unplugged before tilting the
base.
CAUTION: Raise the dust cover all the way
before making bevel cuts.
With the base tilted, you can make bevel cuts at any
angle between 0° and 45° (left or right).

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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 cross-shaped slot in the base.
1
2
3
►1. Hex wrench 2. Bolt 3. Base
Tilt the base until the desired bevel angle is obtained.
The edge of the motor housing indicates the bevel
angle by graduations. Then tighten the bolt to secure
the base.
1
2
►1. Edge 2. Graduation
Front ush cuts
1
2
3
►1. Hex wrench 2. Bolt 3. Base
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
“Boring a starting hole” or “Plunge cutting”.
Boring a starting hole
For internal cutouts without a lead-in cut from an edge,
pre-drill a starting hole 12 mm or more in diameter.
Insertthejigsawbladeintothisholetostartyourcut.
Plunge cutting
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jigsawbladepointpositionedjustabovethework-
piece 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jigsawbladepiercestheworkpiece,slowly
lower the base of the tool down onto the workpiece
surface.
4. Complete the cut in the normal manner.

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Finishing edges
Totrimedgesormakedimensionaladjustments,runthe
jigsawbladelightlyalongthecutedges.
Metal cutting
Always use a suitable coolant (cutting oil) when cutting
metal.Failuretodosowillcausesignicantjigsaw
blade wear. The underside of the workpiece can be
greased instead of using a coolant.
Dust extraction
1
►1. Hose
Clean cutting operations can be performed by con-
necting this tool to a Makita vacuum cleaner. Insert the
hose of the vacuum cleaner into the hole at the rear of
the tool.
NOTE: Dust extraction cannot be performed when
making bevel cuts.
Rip fence
Optional accessory
CAUTION: Always be sure that the tool is
switched off and unplugged before installing or
removing accessories.
Straight cuts
When repeatedly cutting widths of 160 mm or less, use
of the rip fence will assure fast, clean, straight cuts.
1
►1. Rip fence (Guide rule)
To install, insert the rip fence into the rectangular hole
on the side of the base with the fence guide facing
down. Slide the rip fence to the desired cutting width
position, then tighten the bolt to secure it.
1
2
3
4
►1. Hex wrench 2. Bolt 3. Fence guide 4. Rip fence
(Guide rule)
Circular cuts
When cutting circles or arcs of 170 mm or less in radius,
install the rip fence as follows.
1
►1. Rip fence (Guide rule)
1. Insert the rip fence into the rectangular hole on the
side of the base with the fence guide facing up.

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2. 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.
1
2
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►1. Threaded knob 2. Fence guide 3. Rip fence
(Guide rule) 4. Pin
3. 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jigsawbladesNo.B-17,B-18,
B-26 or B-27 when cutting circles or arcs.
Anti-splintering device for steel
base
Optional accessory
1
2
►1. Anti-splintering device 2. Protrusion
For splinter-free cuts, the anti-splintering device can
be used. To install the anti-splintering device, move the
base all the way forward and insert it between the two
protrusions of the base.
NOTE: The anti-splintering device cannot be used
when making bevel cuts.
MAINTENANCE
CAUTION: Always be sure that the tool is
switched off and unplugged before attempting to
perform inspection or maintenance.
NOTICE: Never use gasoline, benzine, thinner,
alcohol or the like. Discoloration, deformation or
cracks may result.
To maintain product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs,
carbon brush inspection and replacement, any other
maintenanceoradjustmentshouldbeperformedby
Makita Authorized or Factory Service Centers, always
using Makita replacement parts.

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