DJR183Z - Reciprocating saw MAKITA - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Reciprocating Saw (Cordless)
Brand	Makita
Model	DJR183Z
Power Source	Battery (18V Li-ion, LXT series)
Battery Included	No (tool only)
Stroke Length	32 mm
Max Cutting Capacity (Wood)	255 mm
Max Cutting Capacity (Steel Pipe)	130 mm
No Load Stroke Rate	0-2,900 spm
Variable Speed Trigger	Yes, with lock-on button
Blade Change System	Tool-less (lever style)
LED Light	Yes, with pre-glow and afterglow
Shoe Adjustment	Tool-less (sliding shoe)
Orbital Action	No (straight cutting)
Overall Length	426 mm
Net Weight (with battery)	3.5 kg (7.7 lbs) approx.
Vibration Level	10.5 m/s² (high), 6.0 m/s² (low)
Safety Features	Lock-off trigger, blade guard, soft grip handle
Maintenance	Regular cleaning of air vents and blade holder; lubricate with Makita grease
Warranty	1 year (subject to registration)
Spare Parts Availability	Blades, shoe, carbon brushes, armature
Repairability	Modular design; service centers widely available

Frequently Asked Questions - DJR183Z MAKITA

What battery does the Makita DJR183Z use?

The DJR183Z is compatible with Makita 18V LXT batteries (e.g., BL1815, BL1830, BL1840, BL1850, BL1860).

Is the DJR183Z a brushless tool?

The DJR183Z features a brushed motor, not brushless. For brushless, consider the Makita DJR187 model.

How do I change the blade on the DJR183Z?

Rotate the lever on the blade holder counterclockwise, insert the blade with teeth facing forward, then release the lever to lock it. The tool-less system allows quick blade changes.

Does the DJR183Z have an LED light?

Yes, it has an LED light that illuminates the cutting area. It also has a pre-glow and afterglow function.

What is the max cutting capacity in wood?

The maximum cutting capacity in wood is 255 mm (10 inches) with a suitable blade.

Can I adjust the shoe on the DJR183Z?

Yes, the shoe is tool-less adjustable for optimal blade use and to maximize blade life.

What is the stroke length of the DJR183Z?

The stroke length is 32 mm (1-1/4 inches), providing efficient cutting action.

Does the saw have variable speed?

Yes, it has a variable speed trigger with a range of 0-2,900 strokes per minute, and a lock-on button for continuous use.

How do I clean and maintain the DJR183Z?

Regularly clean the air vents, blade holder, and shoe. Lubricate the blade holder with Makita grease periodically. Consult the manual for detailed steps.

Is the DJR183Z suitable for demolition work?

Yes, it is designed for cutting wood, metal, plastic, and drywall for demolition and renovation tasks. It offers high power and durability.

USER MANUAL DJR183Z MAKITA

GB Cordless Recipro Saw Instruction manual

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ENGLISH (Original instructions)
Explanation of general view

1. Red indicator	8. Switch trigger	15. Saw blade
2. Button	9. Lamp	16. Bolt
3. Battery cartridge	10. Hex wrench	17. Tighten
4. Star marking	11. Hex bolt	18. Hole for recipro saw blade
5. Lock-off button	12. Loosen	19. Blade clamp
6. Lock-off lever	13. Recipro saw blade	20. Hole for jig saw blade
7. Switch lever	14. Blade clamp sleeve	21. Protrusion

SPECIFICATIONS

Model DJR143 DJR145		DJR183 DJR185
Length of stroke 13 mm
Strokes per minute (min-1) 0 - 3,000
Max. cutting capacities	Pipe	50 mm
	Wood	50 mm
Overall length		392 mm (with BL1415)		392 mm(with BL1815/BL1815N/BL1820)
		397 mm (with BL1430/BL1440)		398 mm(with BL1830/BL1840/BL1850)
Net weight		1.5 kg (with BL1415)		1.5 kg (with BL1815/BL1815N/BL1820)
		1.7 kg (with BL1430/BL1440)		1.8 kg (with BL1830/BL1840/BL1850)
Rated voltage		D.C. 14.4V		D.C. 18V

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

Intended use

ENE020-1

The tool is intended for sawing wood, plastic and ferrous materials.

General Power Tool Safety Warnings GEA010-1

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.

CORDLESS RECIPRO SAW SAFETY WARNINGS

GEB048-2

1. Hold power tool by insulated gripping surfaces, when performing an operation where the cutting accessory may contact hidden wiring. 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 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 immediately after operation; they may be extremely hot and could burn your skin.
13. Do not operate the tool at no-load unnecessarily.
14. Always use the correct dust mask/respirator for the material and application you are working with.
15. Some material contains chemicals which 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.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ENC007-8

FOR BATTERY CARTRIDGE

1. Before using battery cartridge, read all instructions and cautionary markings on (1) battery charger, (2) battery, and (3) product using battery.
2. Do not disassemble battery cartridge.
3. If operating time has become excessively shorter, stop operating immediately. It may result in a risk of overheating, possible burns and even an explosion.
4. If electrolyte gets into your eyes, rinse them out with clear water and seek medical attention right away. It may result in loss of your eyesight.
5. Do not short the battery cartridge:

(1) Do not touch the terminals with any conductive material.
(2) Avoid storing battery cartridge in a container with other metal objects such as nails, coins, etc.
(3) Do not expose battery cartridge to water or rain.

A battery short can cause a large current flow, overheating, possible burns and even a breakdown.

1. Do not store the tool and battery cartridge in locations where the temperature may reach or exceed 50^ C ( 122^ F).
2. Do not incinerate the battery cartridge even if it is severely damaged or is completely worn out. The battery cartridge can explode in a fire.
3. Be careful not to drop or strike battery.
4. Do not use a damaged battery.
5. Follow your local regulations relating to disposal of battery.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.

Tips for maintaining maximum battery life

1. Charge the battery cartridge before completely discharged. Always stop tool operation and charge the battery cartridge when you notice less tool power.
2. Never recharge a fully charged battery cartridge. Overcharging shortens the battery service life.
3. Charge the battery cartridge with room temperature at 10^ C - 40^ C ( 50^ F - 104^ F). Let a hot battery cartridge cool down before charging it.
4. Charge the battery cartridge once in every six months if you do not use it for a long period of time.

FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION

CAUTION:

- Always be sure that the tool is switched off and the battery cartridge is removed before adjusting or checking function on the tool.

Installing or removing battery cartridge (Fig. 1)

CAUTION:

• Always switch off the tool before installing or removing of the battery cartridge.
• Hold the tool and the battery cartridge firmly when installing or removing battery cartridge. Failure to hold the tool and the battery cartridge firmly may cause them to slip off your hands and result in damage to the tool and battery cartridge and a personal injury.
  To remove the battery cartridge, slide it from the tool while sliding the button on the front of the cartridge.
  To install the battery cartridge, align the tongue on the battery cartridge with the groove in the housing and slip it into place. Insert it all the way until it locks in place with a little click. If you can see the red indicator on the upper side of the button, it is not locked completely.

CAUTION:

• Always install the battery cartridge fully until the red indicator cannot be seen. If not, it may accidentally fall out of the tool, causing injury to you or someone around you.
- Do not install the battery cartridge forcibly. If the cartridge does not slide in easily, it is not being inserted correctly.

Battery protection system (Lithium-ion battery with star marking) (Fig. 2)

Lithium-ion batteries with a star marking are equipped with a protection system. This system automatically cuts off power to the tool to extend battery life.

The tool will automatically stop during operation if the tool and/or battery are placed under one of the following conditions:

- Overloaded:

The tool is operated in a manner that causes it to draw an abnormally high current. In this situation, release the switch lever/trigger on the tool and stop the application that caused the tool to become overloaded. Then pull the switch lever/ trigger again to restart. If the tool does not start, the battery is overheated. In this situation, let the battery cool before pulling the switch lever/trigger again.

- Low battery voltage:

The remaining battery capacity is too low and the tool will not operate. In this situation, remove and recharge the battery.

Switch action

CAUTION:

- Before installing the battery cartridge into the tool, always check to see that the switch lever/trigger actuates properly and returns to the "OFF" position when released. (Fig. 3)

To prevent the switch lever/trigger from accidentally pulled, the lock-off lever/button are provided.

To start the tool, pull either switch lever or trigger.

• For the switch lever, pull the lock-off lever and then pull the switch lever to start the tool.
• For the switch trigger, depress the lock-off button and then pull the switch trigger to start to the tool. The lock-off button can be pressed from either right or left.

The tool speed is increased by increasing pressure on the switch lever/trigger. Release the switch lever/trigger to stop.

NOTICE:

Do not pull the switch lever/trigger hard without pulling the lock-off lever/button. This can cause switch breakage.

Lighting up the front lamp (Fig. 4)

CAUTION:

- Do not look in the light or see the source of light directly.

Pull the switch lever/trigger to light up the lamp. The lamp keeps on lighting while the switch lever/trigger is being pulled.

The lamp automatically turns off 10-15 seconds after releasing the switch lever/trigger.

Adjusting the shoe (Fig. 5)

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, loosen the bolt with hex wrench.

Slide the shoe to the desired position and then tighten the bolt firmly.

ASSEMBLY

CAUTION:

- Always be sure that the tool is switched off and the battery cartridge is removed 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.

For Model DJR143, DJR183 (Fig. 6)

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

CAUTION:

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

NOTE:

- You can not use the jig saw blade with DJR143 or DJR183. (Fig. 7)

To remove the saw blade, rotate the blade clamp sleeve in the direction of the arrow fully. The saw blade is removed and the blade clamp sleeve is fixed at the released position.

NOTE:

- If you remove the saw blade without rotating the blade clamp sleeve fully, the sleeve may not be fixed. In this case, rotate the blade clamp sleeve fully, then make the sleeve fixed at the released position.

For Model DJR145, DJR185 (Fig. 8 & 9)

To install the saw blade, loosen the bolt by hex wrench. When installing a recipro saw blade, press the bolt with the hex wrench to open the slot during inserting the blade. (Fig. 10 & 11)

You can use both jig saw blades (B type) and recipro saw blades according to your work. Insert the saw blade straight into the blade clamp and tighten it by hex wrench. Pull the saw blade lightly to make sure that the saw blade does not fall off during operation.

To remove the saw blade, follow the installation procedure in reverse.

Hex wrench storage (Fig. 12)

When not in use, store the hex wrench as shown in the figure to keep it from being lost.

OPERATION

CAUTION:

• Always press the shoe firmly against the workpiece during operation. If the shoe is 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. (Fig. 13)

Press the shoe firmly against the workpiece. Do not allow the tool to bounce. Bring the 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. (Fig. 14 & 15)

- You can use the switch lever or trigger according to your work.

NOTE:

- If the tool is operated continuously until the battery cartridge has discharged, allow the tool to rest for 15 minutes before proceeding with a fresh battery.

MAINTENANCE

CAUTION:

• Always be sure that the tool is switched off and the battery cartridge is removed before attempting to perform inspection or maintenance.
• Never use gasoline, benzine, thinner, alcohol or the like. Discoloration, deformation or cracks may result. To maintain product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs, any other maintenance or adjustment should be performed by Makita Authorized 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
• Jig saw blades (only for Model DJR145, DJR185)
- Makita genuine battery and charger

NOTE:

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

Noise

ENG905-1

The typical A-weighted noise level determined according to EN60745:

Model DJR143, DJR185

Sound pressure level ( L_pA ): 76 dB (A)

Uncertainty (K): 3 dB (A)

The noise level under working may exceed 80 dB (A).

Model DJR145, DJR183

Sound pressure level ( L_pA ): 77 dB (A)

Uncertainty (K): 3 dB (A)

The noise level under working may exceed 80 dB (A).

Wear ear protection.

Vibration

ENG900-1

The vibration total value (tri-axial vector sum) determined according to EN60745:

Model DJR143, DJR145

Work mode: cutting boards

Vibration emission ( a_h,B ): 7.0 m/s ^2

Uncertainty (K): 1.5 m/s²

Work mode: cutting wooden beams

Vibration emission ( a_h, WB ): 7.0 m/s ^2

Uncertainty (K): 1.5 m/s²

Model DJR183, DJR185

Work mode: cutting boards

Vibration emission ( a_h,B ): 8.0 m/s ^2

Uncertainty (K): 1.5 m/s ^4

Work mode: cutting wooden beams

Vibration emission ( a_h, WB ): 7.0 m/s ^2

Uncertainty (K): 1.5 m/s ^4

ENG901-1

- The declared vibration emission value has been measured in accordance with the standard test method and may be used for comparing one tool with another.

- The declared vibration emission value may also be used in a preliminary assessment of exposure.

WARNING:

- The vibration emission during actual use of the power tool can differ from the declared emission value depending on the ways in which the tool is used.

- Be sure to identify safety measures to protect the operator that are based on an estimation of exposure in the actual conditions of use (taking account of all parts of the operating cycle such as the times when the tool is switched off and when it is running idle in addition to the trigger time).

For European countries only

ENH101-17

EC Declaration of Conformity

Makita declares that the following Machine(s):

Designation of Machine:

Cordless Recipro Saw

Model No./Type: DJR143, DJR145, DJR183, DJR185

Conforms to the following European Directives: 2006/42/EC

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

1. 1. 2013

Yasushi Fukaya

Director

Makita, Jan-Baptist Vinkstraat 2, 3070, Belgium

Vibrationsemission ( a_h, WB ): 7,0 m/s ^2

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Yasushi Fukaya Director

Makita, Jan-Baptist Vinkstraat 2, 3070, Bélgica