INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Recipro Saw
M4500
M4501
DOUBLE INSULATION
Read before use.
They are manufactured in accordance with the following
standard or standardized documents: EN60745
The technical file in accordance with 2006/42/EC is
available from:
Makita, Jan-Baptist Vinkstraat 2, 3070, Belgium
24.8.2015
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 influence of drugs, alcohol or med-
ication. A moment of inattention while operating
power tools may result in serious personal injury.
2.
3.
Use personal protective equipment. Always wear eye
protection. Protective equipment such as dust mask, non-
skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection used for
appropriate conditions will reduce personal injuries.
Yasushi Fukaya
Director
Makita, Jan-Baptist Vinkstraat 2, 3070, Belgium
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 finger on the switch or energising power tools
that have the switch on invites accidents.
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.
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.
Save all warnings and instruc-
5.
6.
Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and
balance at all times. This enables better control
of the power tool in unexpected situations.
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.
Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or
jewellery. Keep your hair, clothing, and gloves
away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewel-
lery or long hair can be caught in moving parts.
Work area safety
1.
Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or
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.
dark areas invite accidents.
2.
Do not operate power tools in explosive atmo-
spheres, such as in the presence of flammable
liquids, gases or dust. Power tools create sparks
which may ignite the dust or fumes.
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.
3.
Keep children and bystanders away while
operating a power tool. Distractions can cause
you to lose control.
Electrical Safety
2.
3.
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.
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. Unmodified plugs and matching outlets will
reduce risk of electric shock.
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.
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.
4.
5.
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.
3.
4.
Do not expose power tools to rain or wet con-
ditions. Water entering a power tool will increase
the risk of electric shock.
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.
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.
5.
6.
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.
7.
Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly
maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges
are less likely to bind and are easier to control.
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.
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.
7.
Use of power supply via an RCD with a rated
residual current of 30 mA or less is always
recommended.
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Service
FUNCTIONAL
DESCRIPTION
1.
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.
2.
3.
Follow instruction for lubricating and chang-
ing accessories.
CAUTION: Always be sure that the tool is
switched off and unplugged before adjusting or
checking function on the tool.
Keep handles dry, clean and free from oil and
grease.
Switch action
Recipro saw safety warnings
1.
Hold power tool by insulated gripping sur-
faces, 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.
WARNING: Before plugging in the tool,
always check to see that the switch trigger actu-
ates properly and returns to the "OFF" position
when released.
WARNING: 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.
2.
Use clamps or another practical way to secure
and support the workpiece to a stable plat-
form. Holding the work by hand or against your
body leaves it unstable and may lead to loss of
control.
To start the tool, simply pull 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 trigger fully, then release it.
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.
3.
4.
Always use safety glasses or goggles.
Ordinary eye or sun glasses are NOT safety
glasses.
Avoid cutting nails. Inspect workpiece for any
nails and remove them before operation.
5.
6.
Do not cut oversize workpiece.
Check for the proper clearance beyond the
workpiece before cutting so that the blade will
not strike the floor, workbench, etc.
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7.
8.
Hold the tool firmly.
Make sure the blade is not contacting the
workpiece before the switch is turned on.
9.
Keep hands away from moving parts.
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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.
Fig.1
►
1. Switch trigger 2. Lock button
13. Do not operate the tool at no-load
Adjusting the shoe
unnecessarily.
14. Always use the correct dust mask/respirator
for the material and application you are work-
ing with.
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 five-way adjustment. To
secure the shoe, push the shoe button in the "B" direc-
tion with a click.
15. Some material contains chemicals which may
be toxic. Take caution to prevent dust inhala-
tion 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.
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2
1
2
3
A
4
1
Fig.2
Fig.4
►
1. Shoe 2. Shoe button
►
1. Bolt 2. Hex wrench 3. Loosen 4. Tighten
1
3
1
2
B
4
5
2
Fig.3
1. Shoe button 2. Shoe
Fig.5
►
►
1. Recipro saw blade 2. Hole for recipro saw blade
3. Bolt 4. Pin 5. Blade clamp
CAUTION: If you tighten the screw without the
pin on the slider fitting properly in the hole in the blade
shank, the pin or the blade shank will be damaged.
This may cause the blade to be extracted unexpect-
edly during operation.
ASSEMBLY
CAUTION: Always be sure that the tool is
switched off and unplugged before carrying out
any work on the tool.
To remove the blade, follow the installation procedure in reverse.
For Model M4501
Installing or removing the recipro
saw blade
To install the recipro saw blade, always make sure that
the blade clamp lever (part of the blade clamp sleeve)
is in released position
on the insulation cover before
inserting the recipro 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
CAUTION: Always clean out all chips or for-
eign matter adhering to the blade and around the
blade clamp. Failure to do so may cause insufficient
tightening of the blade, resulting in a serious injury.
released positon
.
For Model M4500
1
To install the blade, loosen the bolt on the blade clamp
with the hex wrench. Insert the blade between the blade
clamp and the slider so that the pin on the slider fits into
the hole in the blade shank. If the pin cannot easily fit
into the hole, remove the hex wrench from the screw
and then try again.
After the pin fits properly into the hole, tighten the screw
clockwise securely. Make sure that the blade cannot be
extracted even though you try to pull it out.
2
3
Fig.6
►
1. Blade clamp lever 2. Released position 3. Fixed
position
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Insert the recipro saw blade into the blade clamp as far
as it will go. The blade clamp sleeve rotates and fixes
the recipro saw blade. Make sure that the recipro saw
blade cannot be extracted even though you try to pull
it out.
Hex wrench storage
When not in use, store the hex wrench as shown in the
figure to keep it from being lost.
2
1
1
2
Fig.9
Fig.7
►
1. Insulation cover 2. Hex wrench
►
1. Recipro saw blade 2. Blade clamp sleeve
CAUTION: If you do not insert the recipro saw
blade deep enough, the recipro saw blade may be
ejected unexpectedly during operation. This can
be extremely dangerous.
OPERATION
CAUTION: Always hold the tool firmly with
one hand on insulation cover and the other on the
switch handle.
CAUTION: Keep hands and fingers away from
the lever during the switching operation. Failure to
do so may cause personal injuries.
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.
To remove the recipro saw blade, rotate the blade
clamp lever in the direction of the arrow fully. The reci-
pro saw blade is removed and the blade clamp lever is
fixed at the released position
.
CAUTION: Always wear gloves to protect
your hands from hot flying chips when cutting
metal.
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CAUTION: Be sure to always wear suitable
eye protection which conforms with current
national standards.
CAUTION: 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 recipro saw blade
into light contact with the workpiece. First, make a pilot
groove using a slower speed. Then use a faster speed
to continue cutting.
2
Fig.8
1. Recipro saw blade 2. Blade clamp lever
►
NOTE: If you remove the recipro 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
.
NOTE: If the lever is positioned inside the tool, switch
on the tool just a second to let the blade clamp out.
Switch off and unplug the tool from the mains before
working on the blade clamp lever.
Fig.10
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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.
Replacing carbon brushes
1
Fig.11
►
1. Limit mark
Check the carbon brushes regularly.
Replace them 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.
1.
Use a screwdriver to remove the brush holder
caps.
2.
Take out the worn carbon brushes, insert the new
ones and secure the brush holder caps.
1
Fig.12
►
1. Brush holder cap
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.
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Makita Jan-Baptist Vinkstraat 2, 3070, Belgium
Makita Corporation Anjo, Aichi, Japan
885487-221
EN
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