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► 1. Hex bolt 2. Outer flange 3. Inner flange
4. Circular saw blade
WARNING:
If the inner flange is removed, be
sure to install it on the spindle. When installing,
choose a correct side on which protrusion fits
into the saw blade hole perfectly. Mounting the
blade on the wrong side can result in the dangerous
vibration.
To install the circular saw blade, follow the removal
procedure in reverse. Depress the lock-off button to
release the lock pin from the hole.
WARNING:
BE SURE TO TIGHTEN THE HEX
BOLT SECURELY. Also be careful not to tighten
the bolt forcibly. Slipping your hand from the hex
wrench can cause a personal injury.
Blade guard cleaning
When changing the circular saw blade, make sure to
also clean the blade guard of accumulated sawdust as
discussed in the Maintenance section. Such efforts do
not replace the need to check guard operation before
each use.
Connecting a vacuum cleaner
Optional accessory
When you wish to perform clean cutting operation,
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connect a Makita vacuum cleaner to your tool. Connect
a hose of the vacuum cleaner to the dust nozzle using
the front cuff 24.
► 1. Hose of the vacuum cleaner 2. Front cuff 24
3. Dust nozzle
OPERATION
CAUTION:
in a straight line gently. Forcing or twisting the tool
will result in overheating the motor and dangerous
kickback, possibly causing severe injury.
CAUTION:
body under the tool base when section cutting,
especially at starting. Doing so may cause seri-
ous personal injuries. The blade is exposed under
the tool base.
NOTE: When the battery cartridge temperature is
low, the tool may not work to its full capacity. At this
time, for example, use the tool for a light-duty cut for
a while until the battery cartridge warms up as high
as room temperature. Then, the tool can work to its
full capacity.
Section cutting (ordinary sawing)
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Be sure to move the tool forward
Never approach any part of your
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