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Loosen and remove the screw that secures the lever at
the rear of the tool. Remove the lever and install it again
so that it is slightly above the level. Secure the lever with
the screw firmly.
Switch action
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2
3
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To prevent the switch trigger from being accidentally
pulled, a lock-off button is provided. To start the tool,
press in the lock-off button and pull the switch trigger.
Release the switch trigger to stop.
WARNING:
•
Before installing the battery cartridge on the tool,
always check to see that the switch trigger
actuates properly and returns to the "OFF"
position when released. Do not pull the switch
trigger hard without pressing in the lock-off button.
This can cause switch breakage.
Operating a tool
with a switch that does not actuate properly can lead to
loss of control and serious personal injury.
A hole is provided in the switch trigger for insertion of a
padlock to lock the tool off.
WARNING:
•
Do not use a lock with a shank or cable any
smaller than 6.35 mm (1/4") in diameter.
A
smaller shank or cable may not properly lock the
tool in the off position and unintentional operation
may occur resulting in serious personal injury.
•
NEVER use tool without a fully operative switch
trigger.
Any tool with an inoperative switch is
HIGHLY DANGEROUS and must be repaired before
further usage or serious personal injury may occur.
•
For your safety, this tool is equipped with a lock-off
button which prevents the tool from unintended
starting. NEVER use the tool if it runs when you
simply pull the switch trigger without pressing the
lock-off button. A switch in need of repair may
result in unintentional operation and serious
personal injury. Return tool to a Makita service
center for proper repairs BEFORE further usage.
•
NEVER defeat the lock-off button by taping down
or some other means. A switch with a defeated
lock-off button may result in unintentional operation
and serious personal injury.
Electric brake
This tool is equipped with an electric blade brake. If the
tool consistently fails to quickly stop the blade after the
switch trigger is released, have the tool serviced at a
Makita service center.
CAUTION:
•
The blade brake system is not a substitute for
the blade guard. Never use tool without a
functioning blade guard.
An unguarded blade
may result in serious personal injury.
ASSEMBLY
WARNING:
•
Always be sure that the tool is switched off and
the battery cartridge is removed before
working on the tool.
Failure to switch off and
remove the battery cartridge may result in serious
personal injury.
Hex wrench storage
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2
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The hex wrench is stored as shown in the figure. When
the hex wrench is needed it can be pulled out of the
wrench holder. After using the hex wrench it can be
stored by returning it to the wrench holder.
Installing or removing saw blade
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WARNING:
•
Always be sure that the tool is switched off and
the battery cartridge is removed before
installing or removing the blade.
Accidental start
up of the tool may result in serious personal injury.
1. Stopper pin
1. Wrench holder
2. Hex wrench
1. Lock-off button
2. Switch trigger
3. Hole for padlock
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