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Adjusting for accuracy of 90

°

 cut (vertical cut) 

This adjustment has been made at the factory. But if it is 
off, adjust the adjusting screw with a hex wrench while 
squaring the blade with the base using a triangular rule, 
try square, etc. 

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2

 

 

007332 

1

 

 

007333 

Replacing carbon brushes 

1

 

 

001145 

Remove and check the carbon brushes regularly. 
Replace 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. 
Use a screwdriver to remove the brush holder caps. 
Take out the worn carbon brushes, insert the new ones 
and secure the brush holder caps. 

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2

 

 

007334 

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. 

For model 5008MGA only 

After replacing brushes, plug in the tool and break in 
brushes by running tool with no load for about 10 
minutes. Then check the tool while running and electric 
brake operation when releasing the switch trigger. If 
electric brake is not working well, ask your local Makita 
service center for repair. 

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. 

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Steel & Carbide-tipped saw blades 

Combination

General purpose blade for fast and smooth rip, 
crosscuts and miters.

Pressure treated/ 
Wet lumber

Designed for fast cutting of pressure treated and 
wet lumber.

Fine cross cuts

For sand-free cuts cleanly against the grain.

   

006549 

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Rip fence (Guide rule) 

• 

Hex wrench 

• 

Dust nozzle (joint) 

 

NOTE: 

• 

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

1. Brush holder 

cap 

2. Screwdriver 

1. Limit mark 

1. Triangular rule

1. Base 
2. Adjusting screw

Summary of Contents for 5008MGJ/2

Page 1: ...1 ENGLISH Original instructions INSTRUCTION MANUAL DOUBLE INSULATION IMPORTANT Read Before Using Circular Saw 5008MG 5008MGA 008185 ...

Page 2: ...upply The tool should be connected only to a power supply of the same voltage as indicated on the nameplate and can only be operated on single phase AC supply They are double insulated and can therefore also be used from sockets without earth wire ENF100 1 For public low voltage distribution systems of between 220 V and 250 V Switching operations of electric apparatus cause voltage fluctuations Th...

Page 3: ...l safety 4 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 5 Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces such as pipes radiators ranges and refrigerators There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is earthed or groun...

Page 4: ...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 Service 25 Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair person using only identical replacement parts This will ensure that the s...

Page 5: ... into the material If saw blade is binding it may walk up or kickback from the workpiece as the saw is restarted 12 Support large panels to minimise the risk of blade pinching and kickback Large panels tend to sag under their own weight Supports must be placed under the panel on both sides near the line of cut and near the edge of the panel To avoid kickback do support board or panel near the cut ...

Page 6: ...ng damp wood pressure treated lumber or wood containing knots Maintain smooth advancement of tool without decrease in blade speed to avoid overheating the blade tips 24 Do not attempt to remove cut material when blade is moving Wait until blade stops before grasping cut material Blades coast after turn off 25 Avoid cutting nails Inspect for and remove all nails from lumber before cutting 26 Place ...

Page 7: ...justing depth of cut 2 1 007326 CAUTION After adjusting the depth of cut always tighten the lever securely Loosen the lever on the depth guide and move the base up or down At the desired depth of cut secure the base by tightening the lever For cleaner safer cuts set cut depth so that no more than one blade tooth projects below workpiece Using proper cut depth helps to reduce potential for dangerou...

Page 8: ...rce of light directly The lamp lights up when the tool is plugged The lamp keeps on lighting until the tool is unplugged If the lamp does not light up the mains cord or the lamp may be defective The lamp is lit but the tool does not start even if the tool is switched on the carbon brushes may be worn out or the motor or the ON OFF switch may be defective NOTE Use a dry cloth to wipe the dirt off t...

Page 9: ...and advancing smoothly until the sawing is completed To get clean cuts keep your sawing line straight and your speed of advance uniform If the cut fails to properly follow your intended cut line do not attempt to turn or force the tool back to the cut line Doing so may bind the blade and lead to dangerous kickback and possible serious injury Release switch wait for blade to stop and then withdraw ...

Page 10: ...unning tool with no load for about 10 minutes Then check the tool while running and electric brake operation when releasing the switch trigger If electric brake is not working well ask your local Makita service center for repair 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 at...

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Page 12: ...12 www makita com Makita Jan Baptist Vinkstraat 2 3070 Belgium Makita Corporation Anjo Aichi Japan 884738E229 ...

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