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For straight cuts, align the A position on the front of the
base with your cutting line. For 45° bevel cuts, align the B
position with it.
Switch action
CAUTION:
•
Before plugging in the tool, always check to see
that the switch trigger actuates properly and returns
to the “OFF” position when released.
To start the tool, simply pull the switch trigger. Release
the switch trigger to stop.
ASSEMBLY
CAUTION:
•
Always be sure that the tool is switched off and
unplugged before carrying out any work on the tool.
Removing or installing saw blade
CAUTION:
•
Be sure the blade is installed with teeth pointing up
at the front of the tool.
•
Use only the Makita wrench to install or remove the
blade.
To remove the blade, press the shaft lock so that the
blade cannot revolve and use the wrench to loosen the
hex bolt clockwise. Then remove the hex bolt, outer
flange and blade.
To install the blade, follow the removal procedure in
reverse. BE SURE TO TIGHTEN THE HEX BOLT
COUNTERCLOCKWISE SECURELY.
When changing blade, make sure to also clean upper
and lower blade guards of accumulated sawdust. Such
efforts do not, however, replace the need to check lower
guard operation before each use.
CAUTION:
•
One side of the inner flange is for 5/8” hole diameter
of the blade and the other side is for 13/16” hole
diameter. Use the correct side for the hole diameter
of the blade you intend to use. Mounting the blade
on the wrong side can result in dangerous vibration.
OPERATION
CAUTION:
•
Be sure to move the tool forward in a straight line
gently. Forcing or twisting the tool will result in
overheating the motor and dangerous kickback,
possibly causing severe injury.
Hold the tool firmly. The tool is provided with both a front
grip and rear handle. Use both to best grasp the tool. If
both hands are holding saw, they cannot be cut by the
blade. Set the base on the workpiece to be cut without
the blade making any contact. Then turn the tool on and
1. Switch trigger
1. Shaft lock
2. Wrench
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2. Hex bolt
3. Saw blade
4. Inner flange
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2. Blade
3. Outer flange
4. Mounting shaft
5. Hex bolt
1. Rear handle
2. Front grip
3. Base
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