MAINTENANCE
CAUTION:
Always be sure that the tool is switched off and the
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battery cartridge is removed before attempting to
perform inspection or maintenance.
Clean out the upper and lower guards to
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ensure there is no accumulated metal chips
which may impede the operation of the lower
guarding system. A dirty guarding system may
limit the proper operation which could result in
serious personal injury. When using compressed
air to blow metal chips out of the guards, wear
a proper eye and breathing protection.
Never use gasoline, benzine, thinner, alcohol or the
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like. Discoloration, deformation or cracks may result.
Inspecting blade
Check the blade carefully for cracks or damage
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before and after each use. Replace a cracked or
damaged blade immediately.
Continuing to use a dull blade may cause a
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dangerous
kickback
Replace with a new blade as soon as it no longer
cuts effectively.
Blades for metal cutter cannot be re-sharpened.
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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.
Carbide-tipped blades
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Rip fence (Guide rule)
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Thumb screw M5 x 20
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Hook
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Hex wrench 5
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Safety goggle
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Makita genuine battery and charger
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NOTE:
Some items in the list may be included in the tool
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package as standard accessories. They may differ
from country to country.
and/or
motor
overload.
or
attachments
Only use
accessory or
MAKITA LIMITED ONE YEAR WARRANTY
Warranty Policy
Every Makita tool is thoroughly inspected and tested
before leaving the factory. It is warranted to be free of
defects from workmanship and materials for the period
of ONE YEAR from the date of original purchase.
Should any trouble develop during this one year period,
return the COMPLETE tool, freight prepaid, to one of
Makita's Factory or Authorized Service Centers. If
inspection shows the trouble is caused by defective
workmanship or material, Makita will repair (or at our
option, replace) without charge.
This Warranty does not apply where:
repairs have been made or attempted by others:
repairs are required because of normal wear and
tear:
the tool has been abused, misused or improperly
maintained:
alterations have been made to the tool.
IN NO EVENT SHALL MAKITA BE LIABLE FOR ANY
INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL
DAMAGES FROM THE SALE OR USE OF THE
PRODUCT. THIS DISCLAIMER APPLIES BOTH
DURING AND AFTER
WARRANTY.
MAKITA DISCLAIMS LIABILITY FOR ANY IMPLIED
WARRANTIES, INCLUDING IMPLIED WARRANTIES
OF "MERCHANTABILITY" AND "FITNESS FOR A
SPECIFIC PURPOSE," AFTER THE ONE YEAR TERM
OF THIS WARRANTY.
This Warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you
may also have other rights which vary from state to
state. Some states do not allow the exclusion or
limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so
the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you.
are
Some states do not allow limitation on how long an
implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not
apply to you.
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