For European Countries; Installing Blade Guard - Makita 2704 Instruction Manual

Installing or removing saw blade
CAUTION:
• Always be sure that the tool is switched off and
unplugged before installing or removing the
blade.
• Use only the Makita socket wrench provided to
install or remove the blade. Failure to do so may
result in overtightening or insufficient tightening
of the hex bolt. This could cause an injury.
• Use the following saw blade. Do not use saw
blades which do not comply with the character-
istics specified in these instructions.
For Model Max. dia. Min. dia.
2704 260 mm 230 mm
CAUTION:
• Check the arbor hole diameter of the blade
before installing the blade. Always use the
correct ring for the arbor hole of the blade you
intend to use.
► Fig.19: 1. Offset wrench 2. Hex nut 3. Wrench
Remove the table insert on the table. Hold the outer
flange with the offset wrench and loosen the hex nut
counterclockwise with the wrench. Then remove the
outer flange.
Assemble the inner flange, ring, saw blade, outer flange
and hex nut onto the arbor, making sure that the teeth
of the blade are pointing down at the front of the table.
Always install the hex nut with its recessed side facing
the outer flange.
► Fig.20: 1. Inner flange 2. Ring 3. Saw blade
4. Outer flange 5. Hex nut
For all countries other than European
countries
CAUTION:
• The silver ring 25.4 mm in outer diameter is
factory-installed onto the spindle. The black ring
25 mm in outer diameter is included as standard
equipment. Before mounting the blade onto the
spindle, always be sure that the correct ring for
the arbor hole of the blade you intend to use is
installed onto the spindle.

For European countries

CAUTION:
• The ring 30 mm in outer diameter is factory-in-
stalled between the inner and outer flanges.
• Keep the flange surface clean of dirt or other
adhering matter; it could cause blade slippage.
Be sure that the blade is installed so that
the teeth are aligned in the cutting (turning)
direction.
To secure the blade in place, hold the outer flange with
the offset wrench, then tighten the hex nut clockwise
with the wrench. BE SURE TO TIGHTEN THE HEX
NUT SECURELY.
► Fig.21: 1. Offset wrench 2. Wrench
Blade thickness Kerf
1.8 mm or less 2 mm or more
CAUTION:
• Be sure to hold the hex nut carefully with the
wrench. If your grip should slip, the wrench may
come off the hex nut, and your hand could strike
the sharp blade edges.

Installing blade guard

► Fig.22: 1. Blade guard 2. Riving knife 3. Blade
guard mounting portion (stay)
► Fig.23: 1. Blade guard 2. Riving knife
CAUTION:
• Before installing the blade guard, adjust the
depth of cut to its maximum elevation.
For non-European type blade guard
Remove the center cover. Insert the riving knife into the
blade guard mounting portion (stay). Tighten the hex
bolts (A) with the provided wrench.
For European type blade guard
► Fig.24: 1. Riving knife 2. Blade guard 3. Lever
► Fig.25: 1. Blade guard 2. Riving knife
Remove the center cover. Insert the riving knife into the
blade guard mounting portion (stay). Tighten the hex
bolts (A) with the provided wrench.
Place the blade guard into the groove on the riving
knife. Secure the blade guard by pivoting the lever on
the blade guard.
For both European and non-
European type blade guards
The riving knife installing location is factory-adjusted so
that the blade and riving knife will be in a straight line.
However, if they are not in a straight line, loosen the hex
bolts (B) and adjust the blade guard mounting portion
(stay) so that the riving knife is aligned directly behind
the blade. Then tighten the hex bolts (B) to secure the
stay.
► Fig.26: 1. Blade 2. These two clearances should be
equal. 3. Riving knife 4. Hex bolts (B) 5. Hex
bolts (A)
CAUTION:
• If the blade and riving knife are not aligned prop-
erly, a dangerous pinching condition may result
during operation. Make sure they are properly
aligned. You could suffer serious personal injury
while using the tool without a properly aligned
riving knife.
• NEVER make any adjustments while tool is
running. Disconnect the tool before making any
adjustments.
• Don't remove the riving knife.
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