makita JR3060T Recipro Saw Instruction Manual

makita JR3060T Recipro Saw

Product Information

The product is a power tool with double insulation for added safety. It is available in three models: JR3060T, JR3070CT, and JR3070CTZ. The tool has a length of stroke of 32 mm (1-1/4) and can be used for cutting various materials. The maximum cutting capacities are as follows:

• Pipe: 130 mm (5-1/8)
• Wood: 255 mm (10)

The tool has a variable speed of 0 – 2,800 strokes per minute and an overall length of 485 mm (19-1/8). The net weight of the JR3060T model is 4.4 kg (9.6 lbs), while the JR3070CT and JR3070CTZ models weigh 4.6 kg (10.0 lbs).

Product Usage Instructions

Before using the power tool, it is important to read the instruction manual carefully.

Work Area Safety

1. Keep the work area clean and well lit to avoid accidents.
2. Avoid operating the power tool in explosive atmospheres or near flammable liquids, gases, or dust.
3. Keep children and bystanders away from the work area to prevent distractions.

Electrical Safety

4. Ensure that the power tool plug matches the outlet and never modify the plug. Do not use adapter plugs with earthed (grounded) power tools.
5. Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces while operating the power tool to reduce the risk of electric shock.
6. Do not expose the power tool to rain or wet conditions to avoid electric shock.
7. Avoid abusing the cord and keep it away from heat, oil, sharp edges, or moving parts. Damaged or entangled cords can increase the risk of electric shock.
8. When using the power tool outdoors, use an extension cord suitable for outdoor use to reduce the risk of electric shock.
9. If operating the power tool in a damp location is unavoidable, use a ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) protected supply to minimize the risk of electric shock.

Personal Safety

10. Always stay alert and use common sense when operating the power tool. Avoid using it while tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or medication.
11. Wear appropriate personal protective equipment, such as eye protection, dust mask, nonskid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection, to reduce the risk of personal injuries.
12. Ensure the power tool switch is in the offposition before connecting to the power source, picking up, or carrying the tool to prevent unintentional starting.

SPECIFICATIONS

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

General Power Tool Safety Warnings

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.
The term “power tool” in the warnings refers to your mainsoperated (corded) power tool or batteryoperated (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 atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable 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

4. 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. Unmodified plugs and matching outlets will reduce risk of electric shock.

5. Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces such as pipes, radiators, ranges and refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is earthed or grounded.

6. Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of electric shock.

7. 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.

8. 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.

9. If operating a power tool in a damp location is unavoidable, use a ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) protected supply. Use of an GFCI reduces the risk of electric shock.
   Personal safety

10. 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 influence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury.

11. Use personal protective equipment. Always wear eye protection. Protective equipment such as dust mask, nonskid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection used for appropriate conditions will reduce personal injuries.

12. Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is in the offposition before connecting to power source and/or battery pack, picking up or carrying the tool. Carrying power tools with your finger on the switch or energising power tools that have the switch on invites accidents.

13. 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.

14. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. This enables better control of the power tool in unexpected situations.

15. Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery. Keep your hair, clothing, and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry or long hair can be caught in moving parts.

16. 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 dustrelated hazards.
    Power tool use and care

17. 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.

18. 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.

19. Disconnect the plug from the power source and/or the battery pack from the power tool before making any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing power tools. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the power tool accidentally.

20. Store idle power tools out of the reach of children 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.

21. Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts and any other condition that may affect the power tool’s operation. If damaged, have the power tool repaired before use. Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained power tools.

22. Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control.

23. Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc.
    in accordance with these instructions, taking 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.
    Service

24. Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair person using only identical replacement parts. This will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained.

25. Follow instruction for lubricating and changing accessories.

26. Keep handles dry, clean and free from oil and grease. USE PROPER EXTENSION CORD. Make sure your extension cord is in good condition. When using an extension cord, be sure to use one heavy enough to carry the current your product will draw. An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of power and overheating. Table 1 shows the correct size to use depending on cord length and nameplate ampere rating. If in doubt, use the next heavier gage. The smaller the gage number, the heavier the cord.

Table 1: Minimum gage for cord

RECIPRO SAW SAFETY WARNINGS

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 handheld.
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 noload unnecessarily.
14. Always use the correct dust mask/respirator for the material and application you are working with.
15. Some material contains chemicals that may be toxic. Take caution to prevent dust inhalation and skin contact. Follow material supplier safety data.

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.

Symbols

The followings show the symbols used for tool.

FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION

CAUTION:

• Always be sure that the tool is switched off and unplugged before adjusting or checking function on the tool.

Adjusting the shoe

When the blade loses its cutting efficiency in one place along its cutting edge, reposition the shoe to utilize a sharp, unused portion of its cutting edge. This will help to lengthen the life of the blade. To reposition the shoe, push the shoe button in the “A” direction with a click and reposition as shown in the figure which allows you to make fiveway adjustment. To secure the shoe, push the shoe button in the “B” direction with a click.

Selecting the cutting action

This tool can be operated with an orbital or a straightline cutting action. The orbital cutting action thrusts the blade forward on the cutting stroke and greatly increases cutting speed. To change the cutting action, press the stopper and turn the lever to the desired cutting action position. Then, release the stopper to lock the lever. Refer to the table to select the appropriate cutting action.

NOTE:

• Orbital action means that the saw blade moves up and down, and back and forth at the same time. This increases the efficiency of cutting.

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Straight line cutting action

| For cutting mild steel, stainless steel and plastics.

For clean cuts in wood and

plywood.

I| Small 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.

For Model JR3060T, JR3070CT

CAUTION:

• 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, 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 and then push in the lock button.
To stop the tool from the locked position, pull the switch trigger fully, then release it.

For Model JR3070CTZ
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.

Speed adjusting dial (For JR3070CT, JR3070CTZ)

The strokes per minute can be adjusted just by turning the adjusting dial. This can be done even while the tool is running. The dial is marked 1 (lowest speed) to 6 (full speed). Turn the adjusting dial without positive stops between 1 and 6 according to your work.
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.

NOTE:

• If the tool is operated continuously at low speeds for a long period of time, the operation life of the motor will be reduced.
• The speedadjusting dial can be turned only as far as 6 and back to 1. Do not force it past 6 or 1, or the speedadjusting 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.

ASSEMBLY

CAUTION:

• Always be sure that the tool is switched off and unplugged before carrying out any work on the tool.

Installing or removing the saw blade

CAUTION:

• Always clean out all chips or foreign matter adhering to the blade, blade clamp and/or slider. Failure to do so may cause insufficient tightening of the blade, resulting in a serious injury.

To install the saw blade, always make sure that the blade clamp lever is in released position on the insulation cover before inserting the saw blade. If the blade clamp lever is in fixed position, rotate the blade clamp lever in the direction of the arrow so that it can be locked at the released positon .

Insert the saw blade into the blade clamp as far as it will go. The blade clamp lever rotates and the saw blade is fixed. Make sure that the saw blade cannot be extracted even though you try to pull it out.

NOTE:

• If you do not insert the saw blade deep enough, the saw blade may be ejected unexpectedly during operation. This can be extremely dangerous.

If the lever is positioned inside the tool, switch on the tool just a second to let the blade out as shown in the figure.
Switch off and unplug the tool from the mains.
To remove the saw blade, rotate the blade clamp lever in the direction of the arrow fully. The saw blade is removed and the blade clamp lever is fixed at the released position .

NOTE:

• Keep hands and fingers away from the lever during the switching operation. Failure to do so may cause personal injuries.
• If you remove the saw blade without rotating the blade clamp lever fully, the lever may not be locked in the released position .
  In this case, rotate the blade clamp lever fully again, then make sure that the blade clamp lever locked at the released position .

OPERATION

CAUTION:

• Always press the shoe firmly against the workpiece during operation. If the shoe is removed or held away from the workpiece during operation, strong vibration and/or twisting will be produced, causing the blade to snap dangerously.
• Always wear gloves to protect your hands from hot flying chips when cutting metal.
• Be sure to always wear suitable eye protection which conforms with current national standards.
• Always use a suitable coolant (cutting oil) when cutting metal. Failure to do so will cause premature blade wear.

Press the shoe firmly against the workpiece. Do not allow the tool to bounce. Bring the blade into light contact with the workpiece. First, make a pilot groove using a slower speed. Then use a faster speed to continue cutting.

MAINTENANCE

CAUTION:

• Always be sure that the tool is switched off and unplugged before attempting to perform inspection or maintenance.
• Never use gasoline, benzine, thinner, alcohol or the like. Discoloration, deformation or cracks may result.

Replacing carbon brushes

Remove and check the carbon brushes regularly. Replace when they wear down to the limit mark. Keep the carbon brushes clean and free to slip in the holders. Both carbon brushes should be replaced at the same time. Use only identical carbon brushes.
Use a screwdriver to remove the brush holder caps. Take out the worn carbon brushes, insert the new ones and secure the brush holder caps.

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

OPTIONAL 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.

• Recipro saw blades
• Plastic carrying case

NOTE:

• Some items in the list may be included in the tool package as standard accessories. They may differ from country to country.

MAKITA LIMITED WARRANTY

Please refer to the annexed warranty sheet for the most current warranty terms applicable to this product. If annexed warranty sheet is not available, refer to the warranty details set forth at below website for your respective country.
United States of America: www.makitatools.com Canada: www.makita.ca
Other countries: www.makita.com

References

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