Switch action
WARNING:
Before plugging in the tool,
always check to see that the switch trigger actu-
ates properly and returns to the "OFF" position
when released. Operating a tool with a switch that
does not actuate properly can lead to loss of control
and serious personal injury.
WARNING:
NEVER use tool without a fully
operative switch trigger. Any tool with an inoper-
ative switch is HIGHLY DANGEROUS and must be
repaired before further usage or serious personal
injury may occur.
For tool with lock-off button
► 1. Switch trigger 2. Hole 3. Lock-off button
To prevent the switch trigger from being accidentally
pulled, a lock-off button is provided. To start the tool,
press in the lock-off button and pull the switch trigger.
Release the switch trigger to stop.
For tool without lock-off button
► 1. Switch trigger 2. Hole
To start the tool, simply pull the switch trigger. Release
the switch trigger to stop.
No lock button or similar for locking the switch on is
provided on the tool, but a hole is provided for insertion
of a padlock to lock the tool off.
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Electric brake
This tool is equipped with an electric blade brake. If the tool
consistently fails to quickly stop the blade after the switch trigger
is released, have the tool serviced at a Makita service center.
CAUTION:
The blade brake system is not a
substitute for the blade guard. Never use tool
without a functioning blade guard. An unguarded
blade may result in serious personal injury.
ASSEMBLY
CAUTION:
Always be sure that the tool is switched
off and unplugged before carrying out any work on the tool.
Installing or removing saw blade
CAUTION:
Always be sure that the tool is switched
off and unplugged before installing or removing the blade.
CAUTION:
Use only the Makita wrench pro-
vided to install or remove the blade. Failure to do so
may result in overtightening or insufficient tighten-
ing of the hex bolt. This could cause an injury.
When removing or installing the blade, keep the handle
in the raised position.
To remove the blade, use the wrench to loosen the hex
bolt holding the center cover by turning it counterclock-
wise. Raise the blade guard and center cover.
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► 1. Wrench 2. Center cover
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► 1. Hex bolt
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