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Jig Saw
MODEL 4304
Variable Speed
MODEL 4305
Variable Speed
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
4305
4304
DOUBLE
INSULATION
SPECIFICATIONS
Length Max. cutting capacities Strokes Overall Net
Model
length weight
of stroke Wood Mild steel Aluminum per minute
249 mm
4304
(9-314") 2.3 kg
26" 135" 10"
(::,yg,, 500 - 3,000
(1") (5-5/16'7 13/8") 285 mm (5.1 lbs)
4305
111-1/4")
* Manufacturer reserves the right to change specifications without notice.
Note: Specifications may differ from country t
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GENERAL SAFETY RULES (For All Tools) WARNING! Read and understand all instructions. Failure to follow all instructions listed below, may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious personal injury. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS. 1. Keep your work area clean and well lit. Cluttered benches and 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
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11. Avoid accidental starting. Be sure switch is off before plugging in. Carrying tools with your finger on the switch or plugging in tools that have the switch on invites accidents. 12. Remove adjusting keys or switches before turning the tool on. A wrench or a key that is left attached to a rotating part of the tool may result in personal injury. 13. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. Proper footing and balance enables better control of the tool in unexpecte
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ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES 1. Avoid cutting nails. Inspect for and remove all nails from the workpiece before operation. 2. Don't cut hollow pipe. 3. Do not cut oversize workpiece. 4. Check for the proper clearance beneath the workpiece before cutting so that the blade will not strike the floor, workbench, etc. 5. Always wear eye protection conforming with current national standard. Severe eye injury could result. 6. Hold the tool firmly. 7. Make sure cord is out of your way and not in th
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The followings show the symbols used for tool. v ................................. volts A ................................. amperes Hz ................................. herts kg ................................. kilograms h ................................. hours min ................................. minutes S ................................. seconds % ................................. alternating current - ____ ................................. direct current % ...................
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Installing or removing the saw blade CAUTION: Always be sure that the tool is switched off and unplugged before installing or removing the blade. To install the blade, loosen the screw on With the blade teeth facing forward, insert 1 the blade into the blade holder as far as it will go. Make sure that the back edge of the blade fits properly in the groove of the Jig saw balde P roller. Then firmly tighten the screw to secure the blade. Roller .Screw c CAUTION : *Always secure t
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Installing the universal shank jig saw blade CAUTION : Always be sure that the tool is switched off and unplugged before installing or removing the blade. If the universal blade clamp is used, you can use blades of other makes which have a universal shank like the one shown in the figure, with a blade width of 6.35 mm (1 /4" 1. c Insert the blade into the blade holder as far as it will go. Make sure that the end of the The end of the blade blade shank reaches the bottom of the - sh
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Position Cutting action Applications For cutting mild steel, stainless steel and plastics. 0 straight line cutting action For clean cuts in wood and plywood. ~~~ ~~~~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~~~ I Smallorbit cutting action 1 For cutting mild steel, aluminum and hard wood. I I I I11 Large orbit cutting action For fast cutting in wood and plywood. To start the tool, simply pull the trigger. Release the trigger to stop. For continuous Speed adjusting dial operation, pull the trigger and move the I Lock
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Speed adjusting dial The tool speed can be adjusted and maintained between 500 and 3,000 strokes per minute by turning the adjusting dial. The dial is marked 1 (lowest speed) to 6 (full speed). For 4305 :or 4304 - Speed adjusting dial Lock lever Refer to the table at right to select the Workpiece to be cut Number on adjusting dial proper speed for the workpiece to be cut. Wood 5-6 However, the appropriate speed may differ Mild steel 3-6 with the type or thickness of the work- St
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CAUTION : Always hold the tool with the base flush with the workpiece. Failure to do so may cause a slanted cutting surface and blade breakage. *Advance the tool very slowly when cutting curves or scrolling. Forcing the tool may cause a slanted cutting surface and blade breakage. Bevel cutting CAUTION : Always unplug the tool before making any adjustments. With the base tilted, you can make bevel cuts at any angle between 0" and 45' (left or right). Loosen the bolt on the bottom of th
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cutouts Cutouts can be made with either of two methods A or B. A) Boring a starting hole: For internal cutouts without a lead-in cut from an edge, predrill starting hole more than 12 mm (15/32") in diameter. Insert the blade into this hole and hold the tool firmly against the workpiece to start your cut. For 4304 / Starting hole A/ p Starting hole B) Plung 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
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Finishing edges To trim edges or make slight dimensional adjustments, run the blade lightly along the cut edges. 'Of I For 4305 Metal cutting Always use a suitable coolant (cutting oil) when cutting metal. Failure to do so will cause significant blade wear. The underside of the workpiece can be greased instead of using a coolant. Plastic base plate Use the plastic base plate when cutting decorative veneers, plastics, etc. It protects sensitive or delicate surfaces from damage. To rep
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Guide rule (rip fence; optional accessory) When cutting widths of under 150 mm (5-29/32") repeatedly, use of the guide rule will assure fast, clean, straight cuts. To install it, loosen the bolt on the front of the base. Slip in the guide rule and secure the bolt. Guiderule- u Circular guide (optional accessory) Use of the circular guide insures clean, smooth cutting of circles under 200 mm (7-7/8") in radius. Insert the pin through the center hole and secure it with the threaded kn
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To attach the vacuum head on the tool, insert the hook of the vacuum head into Hex wrench the hole in the base. Tighten the bolt to secure the vacuum head. Then connect Plastic cover=\ a Makita vacuum cleaner to the vacuum head. I -Hose of vacuum cleaner MAINTENANCE CAUTION : Always be sure that the tool is switched off and unplugged before attempting to perform inspection or maintenance. To maintain product SAFETY and RELlABl LITY, repairs, carbon brush inspection and replacement,
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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. The accessories or attachments should be used only in the proper and intended manner. An exceotion: Universal shank jig saw blades with a thickness of 1 mm - 1.25 mm (1/32" - 3/64") .- - and a length of 58 mm 82 mm (2-9/32" - 3-7/32"). Anti-splintering device Plastic base
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Jig saw blade Application ' Blade type Wood and plywood Plastics Aluminum Mild steel I Feature 1.5 - 3 mm thick 1 - 6 mm thick No. 51 - 11/16" - 118") 13/64' - 1/4'l H 4 - 60 mm thick 4 - 60 mm thick NO. 58 I 15/32" - 2-3/6"1 15/32" - 2-318") For fast cutting. Is I- 4 - 30 mm thick 4 - 30 mm thick No. 59 15/32" - 1-1/8") 15/32" - 1-116") - For fast finish work. S 3 - 60 mm thick 3 - 60 mm thick For fast finish work, No. 6-10 1118" - 2-316'7 11/E" - 2-3/67 -I especially in plywoo
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JIG SAW Model 4304 Note: The switch, noise suppressor and other part configurations may differ from country to country. 17
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MACHINE MACHINE ~ 1 1 Switch 41 1 Flat Washer 5 Handle Set IWith Item 551 42 1 Stop Ring E-4 2 1 3 1 Tapping Screw Flange PT 4x20 43 1 Flat Washer 6 Cord 44 1 Gear Housmg Complete [With Item 631 4 1 45 2 Tapping Screw Flange PT 4x20 5 1 Cord Guard 6 1 Strain Relief 46 1 Packing 47 1 Retaining Ring S-8 7 2 Tapping screw 4xia PI" 3 48 2 Pan Head Screw M4x16 IWith Washer) 9 1 49 2 Compression Spring 4 10 1 Switch Lever 11 1 Spacer 50 1 Stop Ring E-3 51 1 Pin 4 12 1 Compression Sp
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JIG SAW Model 4305 Note: The switch, noise suppressor and other part configurations may differ from country to country. 19
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MAKlTA LIMrrED ONE YEAR WARRANTY I Warranty Policy Every Makita tool is thorou ly inspezted and tested before leaving the factory. It is warranted to be free of defects from wor&kp and materials for the period of ONE YEAR from the date of original purchrsc. Should any trouble develop during this oneyear period, return the COMPLETE td, freight prepaid, to one of Makita's Factory 01 Authorized Service Centers. If inspeetion show the trouble is caused by defective workmanship or mated. Makit
