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I N S T R U C T I O N   M A N U A L

WARNING:

For your personal safety, READ and UNDERSTAND before using.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

ENGLISH

Circular Saw

MODEL 5900B

004117

DOUBLE
INSULATION

Summary of Contents for 5900B

Page 1: ...I N S T R U C T I O N M A N U A L WARNING For your personal safety READ and UNDERSTAND before using SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE ENGLISH Circular Saw MODEL 5900B 004117 DOUBLE INSULATION ...

Page 2: ...tended for performing lengthways and crossways straight cuts and mitre cuts with angles in wood while in firm contact with the workpiece Power supply 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 in accordance with European Standard and can therefore also be used fro...

Page 3: ...than using your hand and it frees both hands to operate the tool 13 Do not overreach Keep proper footing and balance at all times 14 Maintain tools with care Keep cutting tools sharp and clean for better and safer performance Follow instructions for lubrica tion and changing accessories Inspect tool cord periodically and if damaged have it repaired by an authorized service facility Inspect extensi...

Page 4: ... switch immediately if blade binds or saw stalls Keep blades sharp Support large panels as shown in Fig 1 Use fence or straight edge guide when ripping Don t force tool Stay alert exercise control Don t remove saw from work during a cut while the blade is moving NEVER place your hand or fingers behind the saw If kickback occurs the saw could easily jump backwards over your hand possibly caus ing s...

Page 5: ... attempt to saw with the circular saw held upside down in a vise This is extremely danger ous and can lead to serious accidents Fig 7 18 Before setting the tool down after completing a cut be sure that the lower telescoping guard has closed and the blade has come to a com plete stop 19 Using manufacturer data Ensure that the diameter thickness and other characteristics of the saw blade are suitabl...

Page 6: ...et cut depth so that no more than one blade tooth projects below workpiece Using proper cut depth helps to reduce potential for dangerous KICKBACKS which can cause personal injury Bevel cutting Loosen the clamping screw on the bevel scale plate on the front of the base Set for the desired angle 0 45 by tilting accordingly then tighten the clamping screw securely Sighting For straight cuts align th...

Page 7: ...gger 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...

Page 8: ...ed 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 tool Realign tool on new cut line and start cut ag...

Page 9: ...secure the brush holder caps To maintain product SAFETY and RELIABILITY repairs any other mainte nance or adjustment should be performed by Makita Authorized Service Cent ers always using Makita replacement parts 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...

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