Maktec 5606B Instruction Manual Download Page 5

cause binding and kickback. 

15. 

Use extra caution when sawing into existing 
walls or other blind areas.

 The protruding blade 

may cut objects that can cause kickback. 

16. 

ALWAYS hold the tool firmly with both hands. 
NEVER place your hand or fingers behind the 
saw.

 If kickback occurs, the saw could easily jump 

backwards over your hand, leading to serious 
personal injury. 

   

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17. 

Never force the saw. Push the saw forward at a 
speed so that the blade cuts without slowing.

 

Forcing the saw can cause uneven cuts, loss of 
accuracy, and possible kickback. 

Lower guard function 

18. 

Check lower guard for proper closing before 
each use. Do not operate the saw if lower 
guard does not move freely and close instantly. 
Never clamp or tie the lower guard into the 
open position.

 If saw is accidentally dropped, 

lower guard may be bent. Raise the lower guard 
with the retracting handle and make sure it moves 
freely and does not touch the blade or any other 
part, in all angles and depths of cut. 

19. 

Check the operation of the lower guard spring. 
If the guard and the spring are not operating 
properly, they must be serviced before use.

 

Lower guard may operate sluggishly due to 
damaged parts, gummy deposits, or a build-up of 
debris. 

20. 

Lower guard may be retracted manually only 
for special cuts such as "plunge cuts" and 
"compound cuts". Raise lower guard by 
retracting handle and as soon as blade enters 
the material, the lower guard must be released.

 

For all other sawing, the lower guard should 
operate automatically. 

21. 

Always observe that the lower guard is 
covering the blade before placing saw down 
on bench or floor.

 An unprotected, coasting 

blade will cause the saw to walk backwards, 
cutting whatever is in its path. Be aware of the time 

it takes for the blade to stop after switch is 
released. 

22. 

To check lower guard, open lower guard by 
hand, then release and watch guard closure. 
Also check to see that retracting handle does 
not touch tool housing.

 Leaving blade exposed 

is VERY DANGEROUS and can lead to serious 
personal injury. 

Additional safety warnings 

23. 

Use extra caution when cutting 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 the wider portion of the saw base on 
that part of the workpiece which is solidly 
supported, not on the section that will fall off 
when the cut is made. As examples, Fig. 1 
illustrates the RIGHT way to cut off the end of 
a board, and Fig. 2 the WRONG way. If the 
workpiece is short or small, clamp it down. DO 
NOT TRY TO HOLD SHORT PIECES BY HAND! 

Fig. 1

   

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Fig. 2

   

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Summary of Contents for 5606B

Page 1: ...1 ENGLISH Original instructions INSTRUCTION MANUAL DOUBLE INSULATION IMPORTANT Read Before Using Circular Saw 5606B 5806B 004086...

Page 2: ...h wire 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 seriou...

Page 3: ...power tool that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired 20 Disconnect the plug from the power source and or the battery pack from the power tool before making any adjus...

Page 4: ...aw misuse and or incorrect operating procedures or conditions and can be avoided by taking proper precautions as given below 9 Maintain a firm grip with both hands on the saw and position your arms to...

Page 5: ...lower guard by retracting handle and as soon as blade enters the material the lower guard must be released For all other sawing the lower guard should operate automatically 21 Always observe that the...

Page 6: ...omfort or familiarity with product gained from repeated use replace strict adherence to safety rules for the subject product MISUSE or failure to follow the safety rules stated in this instruction man...

Page 7: ...2 004091 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 th...

Page 8: ...ssible MAINTENANCE CAUTION Always be sure that the tool is switched off and unplugged before attempting to perform inspection or maintenance Never use gasoline benzine thinner alcohol or the like Disc...

Page 9: ...these accessories ask your local Makita Service Center Saw blades Rip fence Guide rule Hex wrench Wrench holder Grip assembly NOTE Some items in the list may be included in the tool package as standa...

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