Cutting method (Fig. 4)
Hold the tool so that the cutting head is at a right angle
(90°) to the workpiece being cut. Move the tool gently
in the cutting direction.
Cutouts (Fig. 5)
Cutouts can be done by first opening a round hole
over 21 mm in diameter which the cutting head can be
inserted into.
Cutting the corrugated or trapezoidal sheet
metals (Fig.6&7)
Set the die position so that the die faces the cutting
direction either when cutting at an angle or perpen-
dicular go grooves in corrugated or trapezoidal sheet
metals. Always hold the tool body parallel to the
grooves with the cutting head at a right angle (90°) to
the cutting surface as shown in Fig.6&7.
Removing or installing the punch and die
(Fig. 1, 8, 9, 10 & 11)
Important:
Always be sure that the tool is switched off and
unplugged before removing or installing the punch
and die.
Always replace the punch and die as a set. To remove
the punch and die, loosen the lock nut with the
wrench. Remove the die holder from the tool. Use the
hex wrench to loosen the bolts which secure the die.
Remove the die from the die holder. Use the hex
wrench to loosen the screw which secures the punch.
Pull the punch out of the punch holder.
To install the punch and die, insert the punch into the
punch holder so that the notch in the punch faces
toward the screw. Tighten the screw to secure the
punch. Install the die on the die holder. Tighten the
bolts to secure the die. Then install the die holder on
the tool so that the punch is inserted through the hole
in the die holder. Tighten the lock nut to secure the die
holder. After replacing the punch and die, lubricate
them with tool oil and run the tool for a while.
MAINTENANCE
CAUTION:
Always be sure that the tool is switched off and
unplugged before carrying out any work on the tool.
Replacement of carbon brushes (Fig. 12 & 13)
Replace carbon brushes when they are worn down to
the limit mark. Both identical carbon brushes should
be replaced at the same time.
To maintain product safety and reliability, repairs,
maintenance or adjustment should be carried out by a
Makita Authorized Service Center.
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JN1601 (E) (’100. 12. 18)
