Makita HS301D Instruction Manual page 8

Switch action
2
1. Lock-off lever 2. Switch trigger
CAUTION:
Before inserting the battery car-
tridge into the tool, always check to see that the
switch trigger actuates properly and returns to
the "OFF" position when released.
CAUTION:
Do not pull the switch trigger
hard without pressing the lock-off lever. This can
cause switch breakage.
To prevent the switch trigger from being accidentally
pulled, a lock-off lever is provided. To start the tool, slide
the lock-off lever and pull the switch trigger. Release the
switch trigger to stop.
WARNING:
For your safety, this tool is
equipped with lock-off lever which prevents the
tool from unintended starting. NEVER use the
tool if it runs when you simply pull the switch
trigger without pressing the lock-off lever. Return
tool a MAKITA service center for proper repairs
BEFORE further usage.
WARNING:
NEVER tape down or defeat pur-
pose and function of lock-off lever.
ASSEMBLY
CAUTION:
Always be sure that the tool is
switched off and the battery cartridge is removed
before carrying out any work on the tool.
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Removing or installing circular saw
blade
2
1. Shaft lock 2. Hex wrench
CAUTION:
Be sure the circular saw blade is
installed with teeth pointing up at the front of the
tool.
CAUTION:
Use only the Makita wrench to
install or remove the circular saw blade.
To remove the circular saw blade, press the shaft lock
fully so that the circular saw blade cannot revolve and
use the wrench to loosen the hex bolt counterclockwise.
Then remove the hex bolt, outer flange and circular saw
blade.
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2
1
1. Hex bolt 2. Outer flange
4. Inner flange
To install the circular saw blade, follow the removal pro-
cedure in reverse. BE SURE TO TIGHTEN THE HEX
BOLT CLOCKWISE SECURELY.
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3
3. Circular saw blade