Hold the tool firmly. Set the base plate on the workpiece
to be cut without the wheel making any contact. Then
turn the tool on and wait until the wheel attains full speed.
Move the tool forward over the workpiece surface,
keeping it flat and advancing smoothly until the cutting is
completed. Keep your cutting line straight and your
speed of advance uniform.
CAUTION:
Be sure to move the tool forward in a straight line
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and gently. Forcing and exerting excessive
pressure or allowing the wheel to bend, pinch or
twist in the cut can cause overheating of the motor
and dangerous kickback of the tool.
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.
After use
Blow away dust from the inside of the tool by running the
tool at an idle for a while. Brush off accumulation of dust
on the base. Accumulation of dust in the motor or on the
base may cause a malfunction of the tool.
Replacing carbon brushes
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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.
1. Limit mark
1
2
1
007697
To maintain product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs,
any other maintenance or adjustment should be
performed by Makita Authorized or Factory Service
Centers, always using Makita replacement parts.
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
CAUTION:
These
accessories
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recommended for use with your Makita tool
specified in this manual. The use of any other
accessories or attachments might present a risk of
injury to
persons.
attachment for its stated purpose.
If you need any assistance for more details regarding
these accessories, ask your local Makita Service Center.
4" - 4-3/8" Continuos rimmed diamond wheels
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Wrench 22
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Socket wrench
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Rip fence (Guide rule)
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NOTE:
Some items in the list may be included in the tool
•
package as standard accessories. They may differ
from country to country.
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1. Screwdriver
2. Brush holder
cap
or
attachments
Only use
accessory or
are