Makita Saw 3706 User Manual

Cutout Tool  
MODEL 3706  
DOUBLE  
INSULATION  
I N S T R U C T I O N M A N U A L  
WARNING:  
For your personal safety, READ and UNDERSTAND before using.  
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.  
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damaged cords immediately. Damaged  
cords increase the risk of electric shock.  
16. Do not force tool. Use the correct tool for  
your application. The correct tool will do the  
job better and safer at the rate for which it is  
designed.  
8. When operating a power tool outside, use  
an outdoor extension cord marked “W-A”  
or “W”. These cords are rated for outdoor  
use and reduce the risk of electric shock.  
17. Do not use tool if switch does not turn it  
on or off. Any tool that cannot be controlled  
with the switch is dangerous and must be  
repaired.  
Personal Safety  
9. Stay alert, watch what you are doing and  
use common sense when operating a  
power tool. Do not use tool while tired or  
under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or  
medication. A moment of inattention while  
operating power tools may result in serious  
personal injury.  
18. Disconnect the plug from the power  
source before making any adjustments,  
changing accessories, or storing the tool.  
Such preventive safety measures reduce the  
risk of starting the tool accidentally.  
19. Store idle tools out of reach of children  
and other untrained persons. Tools are  
dangerous in the hands of untrained users.  
10. Dress properly. Do not wear loose cloth-  
ing or jewelry. Contain long hair. Keep  
your hair, clothing, and gloves away from  
moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry, or long  
hair can be caught in moving parts.  
20. Maintain tools with care. Keep cutting  
tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained  
tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely  
to bind and are easier to control.  
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.  
21. Check for misalignment or binding of  
moving parts, breakage of parts, and any  
other condition that may affect the tools  
operation. If damaged, have the tool ser-  
viced before using. Many accidents are  
caused by poorly maintained tools.  
12. Remove adjusting keys or wrenches  
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.  
22. Use only accessories that are recom-  
mended by the manufacturer for your  
model. Accessories that may be suitable for  
one tool, may become hazardous when used  
on another tool.  
13. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing  
and balance at all times. Proper footing and  
balance enables better control of the tool in  
unexpected situations.  
SERVICE  
14. Use safety equipment. Always wear eye  
protection. Dust mask, non-skid safety  
shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection must  
be used for appropriate conditions. Ordinary  
eye or sun glasses are NOT eye protection.  
23. Tool service must be performed only by  
qualified repair personnel. Service or main-  
tenance performed by unqualified personnel  
could result in a risk of injury.  
24. When servicing a tool, use only identical  
replacement parts. Follow instructions in  
the Maintenance section of this manual.  
Use of unauthorized parts or failure to follow  
Maintenance instructions may create a risk of  
electric shock or injury.  
Tool Use and Care  
15. Use clamps or other practical way to  
secure and support the workpiece to a  
stable platform. Holding the work by hand or  
against your body is unstable and may lead  
to loss of control.  
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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 num-  
ber, the heavier the cord.  
Table 1: Minimum gage for cord  
Volts  
120 V  
Total length of cord in feet  
Ampere Rating  
25 ft.  
50 ft.  
100 ft.  
150 ft.  
More Than  
Not More Than  
AWG  
0
6
10  
12  
6
18  
18  
16  
14  
16  
16  
16  
12  
16  
14  
14  
14  
12  
12  
10  
12  
16  
Not Recommended  
SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES  
USB049-2  
DO NOT let comfort or familiarity with product (gained from  
repeated use) replace strict adherence to cutout tool safety  
rules. If you use this tool unsafely or incorrectly, you can suffer  
serious personal injury.  
1. Hold tool by insulated gripping surfaces  
when performing an operation where the  
cutting tool may contact hidden wiring or  
its own cord. Contact with a “live” wire  
will make exposed metal parts of the tool  
“live” and shock the operator.  
6. Do not cut metal objects such as nails and  
screws. Inspect for and remove all nails,  
screws and other foreign material from  
the workpiece before operation.  
7. Check that the bit is not contacting the  
workpiece before the switch is turned on.  
Always hold the tool with two hands while  
switching the tool on. The motor torque  
can cause the tool to turn.  
2. Wear eye protection and dust mask.  
3. Ventilate your work area adequately.  
4. Check the bit carefully for cracks or dam-  
age before operation. Replace cracked or  
damaged bit immediately.  
8. Before using the tool on an actual work-  
piece, let it run for a while. Watch for  
vibration or wobbling that could indicate  
improperly installed bit.  
5. Check for the proper clearance beneath  
the workpiece before cutting so that the  
bit will not strike a hard surface such as  
the floor, workbench, etc.  
9. Make sure that the shaft lock is released  
before the switch is turned on.  
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10. Always use with the shoe securely  
attached to the tool and positioned flat  
and firmly against the workpiece.  
16. Always switch off and wait for the bit to  
come to a complete stop before removing  
the bit from workpiece.  
11. Hold the tool firmly.  
17. Do not touch the bit or the workpiece  
immediately after operation; it may be  
extremely hot and could burn your skin.  
12. Do not perform any operation using your  
hands to support or guide the workpiece.  
18. Always lead the power supply cord away  
from the tool towards the rear.  
13. Keep hands away from moving parts.  
14. Do not use this tool for drilling.  
19. Some material contains chemicals which  
may be toxic. Take caution to prevent  
working dust inhalation and skin contact.  
Follow material supplier safety data.  
15. Do not leave the tool running. Operate the  
tool only when hand-held.  
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS  
WARNING:  
MISUSE or failure to follow the safety rules stated in this  
instruction manual may cause serious personal injury.  
SYMBOLS  
USD201-2  
The followings show the symbols used for tool.  
V .......................volts  
....................no load speed  
n
˚
A .......................amperes  
....................Class II Construction  
Hz .....................hertz  
.../min................revolutions or reciprocation per  
minute  
................alternating current  
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FUNCTIONAL  
DESCRIPTION  
CAUTION:  
Always be sure that the tool is switched off and  
unplugged before adjusting or checking function on the  
tool.  
001624  
Adjusting depth of cut  
To adjust the shoe, turn the thumb screw to loosen. Slide the  
shoe to the desired position and tighten the thumb screw  
securely. Check for the proper clearance beneath the work-  
piece before cutting so that the bit will not strike a hard sur-  
face such as the floor, workbench, etc.  
1
2
1. Shoe  
2. Thumb screw  
Switch action  
CAUTION:  
Before plugging in the tool, always check to see that the  
switch lever actuates properly and returns to the ''OFF''  
position.  
001625  
To start the tool, move the switch lever to the ''ON'' position.  
To stop the tool, move the switch lever to the ''OFF'' position.  
This can be done in the forward area of the switch lever or by  
bumping off the rear area of the switch lever.  
OFF  
ON  
1
2
1. Switch lever  
2. Bump off switch  
ASSEMBLY  
CAUTION:  
Always be sure that the tool is switched off and  
unplugged before carrying out any work on the tool.  
Installing or removing bit  
CAUTION:  
Do not tighten the collet nut without inserting a bit, or the  
collet cone will break.  
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When using the bit with 6.35 mm (1/4) shank diameter,  
first remove the adapter from the collet cone, then install  
the bit.  
001626  
To install the bit, insert the bit all the way into the collet cone.  
Press the shaft lock to keep the shaft stationary and use the  
wrench to tighten the collet nut securely.  
4
1
5
6
2
3
To remove the bit, follow the installation procedure in reverse.  
7
1. Bit  
2. Collet nut  
3. Shaft lock  
4. Adapter  
5. Wrench  
6. Loosen  
7. Tighten  
OPERATION  
CAUTION:  
Avoid forcing the bit to bend or twist. It may snap.  
Before turning the tool on, make sure the bit and collet  
nut are securely tightened.  
001627  
Hold the tool secure with the bit pointing in a safe direction  
not contacting any surface and slide the switch to the ''ON''  
position. Wait until the tool attains full speed.  
When starting the multipurpose bit into the material, hold the  
tool at approximately a 45 degree angle with the edge of the  
shoe base contacting the material.  
001628  
Carefully bring the tool to a straight position so the shoe  
base is in full contact with the material.  
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001629  
When inserting the drywall guide bit into the drywall, care-  
fully insert the bit straight until the shoe base is in full contact  
with the material.  
Move the tool slowly with a constant pressure in a clockwise  
direction to make the cut.  
001630  
When cutting straight line, clamp a straight board firmly to  
the material and use it as a guide. Move the tool in the direc-  
tion of the arrow with the shoe base flush with the side of the  
guide board.  
When the cut is complete, turn the tool off and wait for the bit  
to stop rotating and then carefully remove it from the mate-  
rial.  
NOTE:  
1. When using this tool, the rotating action causes the tool  
to pull. The less pressure applied to the tool causes less  
pull and provides a more accurate cut. Excessive pres-  
sure or fast cutting can cause the bit to dull or break pre-  
mature.  
2. When cutting drywall around outlet boxes, cut in a coun-  
terclockwise direction for ease of cut.  
3. The standard bit included with this tool is for cutting dry-  
wall only. When cutting materials other than drywall, do  
not use the standard drywall guide bit.  
Circular guide  
Circular cutting diameters: 10 cm (4) - 34 cm (13-3/8)  
OPERATION  
001631  
Installing circular guide  
2
Release the thumb screw which serves to secure the shoe.  
3
4
1
1. Shoe  
2. Loosen  
3. Tighten  
4. Thumb screw  
8
 
001632  
Align the projections in the circular guide with the grooves in  
the shoe, and secure the shoe and circular guide using the  
thumb screw.  
2
3
1
1. Shoe  
2. Circular guide  
3. Projections  
001633  
To adjust the cutting depth, proceed first by loosening the  
thumb screw and then by sliding the shoe and circular guide  
together. After completion of the adjustment, tighten the  
thumb screw securely.  
2
3
1
1. Shoe  
2. Circular guide  
3. Thumb screw  
OPERATION  
001634  
Operation  
Loosen the knob, and adjust its position in accordance with  
the size of the circle to be cut. (The hole dimensions to be cut  
are indicated on the side of the circular guide as a general  
guideline.) After completion of the adjustment, tighten the  
knob securely.  
1
3
2
1. Knob  
2. Tighten  
3. Loosen  
001635  
Insert the end of the knob into the center of the circle to be  
cut, and proceed to cut in a clockwise direction.  
1
1. Knob  
OPERATION  
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Vacuum cover  
Cleaner operations can be performed by connecting the cut-  
out tool to Makita vacuum cleaner or dust collector.  
OPERATION  
001636  
Installing vacuum cover  
1
Loosen the thumb screw and remove the shoe. Attach the  
vacuum cover, and fasten it securely using the thumb screw.  
2
1. Thumb screw  
2. Vacuum cover  
OPERATION  
001637  
Installing vacuum cover with circular guide  
1
Release the thumb screw which serves to secure the vac-  
uum cover. Align the projections in the circular guide with the  
grooves in the vacuum cover, and secure the vacuum cover  
and circular guide using the thumb screw.  
2
3
1. Circular guide  
2. Projections  
3. Vacuum cover  
001638  
To adjust the cutting depth, proceed first by loosening the  
thumb screw and then by sliding the vacuum cover and circu-  
lar guide together. After completion of the adjustment, tighten  
the thumb screw securely.  
1
2
4
5
3
1. Circular guide  
2. Thumb screw  
3. Vacuum cover  
4. Loosen  
5. Tighten  
OPERATION  
10  
 
001639  
Connecting to Makita vacuum cleaner or dust  
collector  
1
Connect the hose of a vacuum cleaner/dust collector to the  
dust nozzle. When connecting to Makita vacuum cleaner, an  
optional hose 28 mm (1-1/8) in inner diameter is necessary.  
2
3
1. Vacuum cover  
2. Hose 28  
3. Hose for vacuum cleaner  
001640  
When connecting to Makita dust collector, connect the hose  
for the dust collector directly to the dust nozzle.  
1
2
3
1. Vacuum cover  
2. Hose 28  
3. Dust collector  
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 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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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.  
Collet cone 1/4”  
Adapter 1/8- 1/4”  
Drywall guide bit 1/4and 1/8”  
Wrench 17  
Circular guide  
Vacuum cover  
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WARNING  
Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other  
construction activities contains chemicals known to the State of California  
to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some examples  
of these chemicals are:  
lead from lead-based paints,  
crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products, and  
arsenic and chromium from chemically-treated lumber.  
Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on how often you do this  
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dust masks that are specially designed to filter out microscopic particles.  
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Every Makita tool is thoroughly inspected and tested before leaving the factory. It is warranted to be free of  
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This Warranty does not apply where:  
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the tool has been abused, misused or improperly maintained:  
alterations have been made to the tool.  
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