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the hole, remove the hex wrench from the screw and then
try again.
CAUTION:
• If you tighten the screw without the pin on the slider
fitting properly in the hole in the blade shank, the pin or
the blade shank will be damaged. This may cause the
blade to be extracted unexpectedly during operation.
(Fig. 9)
After the pin fits properly into the hole, tighten the screw
clockwise securely. Make sure that the blade cannot be
extracted even though you try to pull it out.
To remove the blade, follow the installation procedure in
reverse.
Hex wrench storage (Fig. 10)
When not in use, store the hex wrench as shown in the
figure to keep it from being lost.
OPERATION
CAUTION:
• Always hold the tool firmly with one hand on insulation
cover and the other on the switch handle.
• Always press the shoe firmly against the workpiece
during operation. If the shoe is removed or held away
from the workpiece during operation, strong vibration
and/or twisting will be produced, causing the blade to
snap dangerously.
• Always wear gloves to protect your hands from hot
flying chips when cutting metal.
• Be sure to always wear suitable eye protection which
conforms with current national standards.
• Always use a suitable coolant (cutting oil) when cutting
metal. Failure to do so will cause premature blade
wear.
(Fig. 11)
Press the shoe firmly against the workpiece. Do not allow
the tool to bounce. Bring the blade into light contact with
the workpiece. First, make a pilot groove using a slower
speed. Then use a faster speed to continue cutting.
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. Discoloration, deformation or cracks may result.
Replacing carbon brushes (Fig. 12)
Remove and check the carbon brushes regularly. Replace
when they wear down to the limit mark. Keep the carbon
brushes clean and free to slip in the holders. Both carbon
brushes should be replaced at the same time. Use only
identical carbon brushes.
Use a screwdriver to remove the brush holder caps. Take
out the worn carbon brushes, insert the new ones and
secure the brush holder caps.
(Fig. 13)
To maintain product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs,
any other maintenance or adjustment should be
performed by Makita Authorized Service Centers, always
using Makita replacement parts.
