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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). 
 

ENH101-18 

For European countries only 

EC Declaration of Conformity 

Makita declares that the following Machine(s): 

Designation of Machine:   
Circular Saw 
Model No./ Type: 5008MG,5008MGA 

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 
 

9.5.2014 

 

000331 

Yasushi Fukaya 

Director 

Makita, Jan-Baptist Vinkstraat 2, 3070, Belgium 

 

GEA005-3 

General Power Tool Safety 
Warnings 

 

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. 

The term "power tool" in the warnings refers to your 
mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated 
(cordless) power tool. 

Work area safety 

1. 

Keep work area clean and well lit.

 Cluttered or 

dark areas invite accidents. 

2. 

Do not operate power tools in explosive 
atmospheres, such as in the presence of 
flammable liquids, gases or dust.

 Power tools 

create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes. 

3. 

Keep children and bystanders away while 
operating a power tool.

 Distractions can cause 

you to lose control. 

Electrical 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 grounded. 

6. 

Do not expose power tools to rain or wet 
conditions.

 Water entering a power tool will 

increase the risk of electric shock. 

7. 

Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for 
carrying, pulling or unplugging the power tool. 
Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or 
moving parts.

 Damaged or entangled cords 

increase the risk of electric shock. 

8. 

When operating a power tool outdoors, use an 
extension cord suitable for outdoor use.

 Use of 

a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of 
electric shock. 

9. 

If operating a power tool in a damp location is 
unavoidable, use a residual current device 
(RCD) protected supply.

 Use of an RCD reduces 

the risk of electric shock.   

10. 

Use of power supply via a RCD with a rated 
residual current of 30mA or less is always 
recommended. 

Personal safety 

11. 

Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use 
common sense when operating a power tool. Do 
not use a power tool while you are tired or under 
the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication.

 A 

moment of inattention while operating power tools 
may result in serious personal injury. 

12. 

Use personal protective equipment. Always 
wear eye protection.

 Protective equipment such 

as dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or 
hearing protection used for appropriate conditions 
will reduce personal injuries.   

13. 

Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the 
switch is in the off-position before connecting 
to power source and/or battery pack, picking 
up or carrying the tool.

 Carrying power tools 

with your finger on the switch or energising power 
tools that have the switch on invites accidents.   

 

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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