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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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