8 ENGLISH
ASSEMBLY
CAUTION:
Always be sure that the tool is
switched off and unplugged before carrying out
any work on the tool.
Hex wrench storage
Hex wrench is stored on the tool. To remove hex
wrench, just pull it out.
To install hex wrench, place it on the grip and insert it as
far as it goes.
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Fig.13
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1.
Hex wrench
Removing or installing groove
cutter blade
CAUTION:
Do not use blades which do not
comply with the characteristics specified in these
instructions.
CAUTION:
Use only blades which are rated
for at least the maximum no load speed stated in
the SPECIFICATIONS.
CAUTION:
Be sure the blade is installed with
teeth pointing up at the front of the tool.
CAUTION:
Use only the Makita wrench to
install or remove the blade.
To remove the groove cutter blade, perform following
steps:
1.
Lie down the tool as the motor housing and the
base touching the ground. Then insert the hex wrench
into the hex hole, push it in, and open the blade case
door by turning the hex wrench.
Fig.14
2.
Press the shaft lock fully so that the blade does
not revolve, then loosen the hex bolt counterclockwise
with the wrench.
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Fig.15
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1.
Shaft lock
2.
Hex bolt
3.
Remove the hex bolt, outer flange and blade.
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2
3
4
Fig.16
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1.
Hex bolt
2.
Outer flange
3.
Groove cutter blade
4.
Inner flange
To install the blade, follow the removal procedure in
reverse.
Be sure to tighten the hex bolt clockwise
securely.
And close the blade case door after installing
the blade.
When changing blade, make sure to also clean the
guard of accumulated sawdust and chips as discussed
in the Maintenance section. Such efforts do not replace
the need to check guard operation before each use.
