Operation; Cutting Capacity; Maintenance - Makita 2414B Instruction Manual

When the cut-off wheel has worn down considerably, use
a spacer block of sturdy, non-flammable material behind
the workpiece as shown in the figure. You can more effi-
ciently utilize the worn wheel by using the mid point on
the periphery of the wheel to cut the workpiece. (Fig. 10)
When cutting workpieces over 65 mm wide at an angle,
attach a straight piece of wood (spacer) over 190 mm
long x 45 mm wide to the guide plate as shown in the fig-
ure. Attach this spacer with screws through the holes in
the guide plate. (Fig. 11)
If you use a spacer block which is slightly narrower than
the workpiece as shown in the figure, you can also utilize
the wheel economically. (Fig. 12)
Long workpieces must be supported by blocks of non-
flammable material on either side so that it will be level
with the base top. (Fig. 13)

Cutting capacity

Max. cutting capacity varies depending upon the cutting angle and workpiece shape. Applicable wheel diameter:
355 mm
Workpiece
shape
Cutting
angle
90°
45°
For tools with the under cover (Fig. 14)
To remove the collected dust from the under cover, place
the tool with its side up and pull the under cover open
after removing the wing bolt as shown in the figure. Be
sure to close and secure the under cover with the wing
bolt after the removal of dust.
Tool head slide system
The tool head slides back toward you approx. 17mm
when you pull the handle. This system is convenient for
the following applications.
1. When cutting thick pipes or bars
Move the handle back and forth to slide the tool head.
This will help increase cutting sufficiency and prevent
wheel loading. (Fig. 15)
2. When cutting channels or angles
If a portion of the workpiece near you is left uncut, pull
the handle. The tool head slides back and the wheel cuts
the remaining uncut portion. If the uncut portion cannot
be cut even by using this method, use a spacer block as
explained above. (Fig. 16)
Carrying tool (Fig. 17)
Fold down the tool head to the position where you can
attach the chain to the hook on the handle.
A
115 mm 120 mm
115 mm 106 mm

OPERATION

Hold the handle firmly. Switch on the tool and wait until
the wheel attains full speed before lowering gently into
the cut. When the wheel contacts the workpiece, gradu-
ally bear down on the handle to perform the cut. When
the cut is completed, switch off the tool and WAIT UNTIL
THE WHEEL HAS COME TO A COMPLETE STOP
before returning the handle to the fully elevated position.
CAUTION:
• Proper handle pressure during cutting and maximum
cutting efficiency can be determined by the amount of
sparks that is produced while cutting. Your pressure on
the handle should be adjusted to produce the maxi-
mum amount of sparks. Do not force the cut by apply-
ing excessive pressure on the handle. Reduced cutting
efficiency, premature wheel wear, as well as, possible
damage to the tool, cut-off wheel or workpiece may
result.
A
A x B
A
115 mm x 142 mm
102 mm x 197 mm
70 mm x 240 mm
115 mm x 102 mm

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.
Replacing carbon brushes (Fig. 18 & 19)
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.
To maintain product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs,
any other maintenance or adjustment should be per-
formed by Makita Authorized Service Centers, always
using Makita replacement parts.
B
A
139 mm
100 mm
A
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