Maintenance - Makita 5704R Instruction Manual

Switch action (Fig. 15)
To prevent the switch trigger from being accidentally
pulled, a lock-off button is provided.
To start the tool, depress the lock-off button and pull
the switch trigger. Release the switch trigger to stop.
CAUTION:
Before plugging in the tool, always check to see that
the switch trigger actuates properly and returns to the
''OFF'' position when released.
Operation (Fig. 16)
Hold the tool firmly. Set the base plate on the work-
piece to be cut without the blade making any contact.
Then turn the tool on and wait until the blade attains
full speed. Now simply move the tool forward over the
workpiece surface, keeping it flat and advancing
smoothly until the sawing is completed. To get clean
cuts, keep your sawing line straight and your speed of
advance uniform.
CAUTION:
• The riving knife should always be used except when
plunging in the middle of the workpiece.
• Do not stop the saw blade by lateral pressure on the
disc.
Guide rule (Fig. 17)
The handy guide rule allows you to do extra-accurate
straight cuts. Simply slide the guide rule up snugly
against the side of the workpiece and secure it in
position with the bolt on the front of the base. It also
makes repeated cuts of uniform width possible.
Joint assembly (Fig. 18 & 19)
(for connecting a vacuum cleaner)
When you wish to perform clean cutting operation,
connect a vacuum cleaner to your tool. Install the joint
on the tool using the screw. Then connect a hose of
vacuum cleaner to the joint.

MAINTENANCE

CAUTION:
Always be sure that the tool is switched off and
unplugged before carrying out any work on the tool.
Replacement of carbon brushes (Fig. 20 & 21)
Replace carbon brushes when they are worn down to
the limit mark. Both identical carbon brushes should
be replaced at the same time.
To maintain product safety and reliability, repairs,
maintenance or adjustment should be carried out by a
Makita Authorized Service Center.
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