Makita JS1602 Owners Manual - Page 4

GEB027-3 SHEAR SAFETY WARNINGS 1. Hold the tool firmly. 2. Secure the workpiece firmly. 3. Keep hands away from moving parts. 4. Edges and chips of the workpiece are sharp. Wear gloves. It is also recommended that you put on thickly bottomed shoes to prevent injury. 5. Do not put the tool on the chips of the workpiece. Otherwise it can cause damage and trouble on the tool. 6. Do not leave the tool running. Operate the tool only when hand-held. 7. Always be sure you have a firm footing. Be sure no one is below when using the tool in high locations. 8. Do not touch the blade or the workpiece immediately after operation; they may be extremely hot and could burn your skin. 9. Avoid cutting electrical wires. It can cause serious accident by electric shock. 10. Do not operate the tool at no-load unnecessarily. 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. USD201-2 Symbols The followings show the symbols used for tool. ･ volts ･ amperes ･ hertz ･ alternating current ･ no load speed ･ Class II Construction ･ revolutions or reciprocation per minute FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION CAUTION: • Always be sure that the tool is switched off and unplugged before adjusting or checking function on the tool. Switch action 1. Slide switch 1 013083 CAUTION: • Before plugging in the tool, always check to see that the slide switch actuates properly and returns to the "OFF" position when the rear of the slide switch is depressed. • Switch can be locked in "ON" position for ease of operator comfort during extended use. Apply caution when locking tool in "ON" position and maintain firm grasp on tool. To start the tool, slide the slide switch toward the "I (ON)" position. For continuous operation, press the front of the slide switch to lock it. To stop the tool, press the rear of the slide switch, then slide it toward the "O (OFF)" position. Permissible shearing thickness 1. Gauge for stainless: 1.2 mm (3/64") 1 2. Gauge for mild 2 steel: 1.6 mm (1/16") 013085 The groove on the yoke serves as a thickness gauge for shearing mild or stainless steel plate. If the material fits within the groove, it is shearable. The thickness of materials to be sheared depends upon the type (strength) of the material. The maximum shearing thickness is indicated in the table below in terms of various materials. Attempting to shear materials thicker than indicated will result in tool breakdown and/or possible injury. Keep within the thickness shown in the table. 4