Makita DPB184 Instruction Manual page 8

Hook
CAUTION:
Never hang the tool at high or
potentially unstable location.
The hook is convenient for hanging the tool temporarily.
To use the hook, simply lift up hook until it snaps into
the open position.
When not in use, always lower hook until it snaps into
the closed position.
Open position
► Fig.3: 1. Hook
Closed position
► Fig.4: 1. Hook
Switch action
WARNING:
Before installing 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.
WARNING:
NEVER defeat the lock-off button
by taping down or some other means. A switch with
a negated lock-off button may result in unintentional
operation and serious personal injury.
WARNING:
NEVER use the tool if it runs when
you simply pull the switch trigger without press-
ing the lock-off button. A switch in need of repair
may result in unintentional operation and serious
personal injury. Return tool to a Makita service center
for proper repairs BEFORE further usage.
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.
Tool speed is increased by increasing pressure on the
switch trigger. Release the switch trigger to stop.
► Fig.5: 1. Lock-off button 2. Switch trigger
Lighting up the front lamp
CAUTION:
Do not look in the light or see the
source of light directly.
Pull the switch trigger to light up the lamp. The lamp
keeps on lighting while the switch trigger is being pulled.
The lamp goes out approximately 10 seconds after
releasing the switch trigger.
► Fig.6: 1. Lamp
NOTE: Do not apply impact to the lamp, which may
cause damage or shorted service time to it.
NOTE: Use a dry cloth to wipe the dirt off the lens of
the lamp. Be careful not to scratch the lens of lamp, or
it may lower the illumination.
NOTE: When the tool is overheated, the lamp blinks
for one minute, and then goes off. In this case, cool
down the tool before operating again.
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.
Installing or removing the band saw
blade
CAUTION:
Oil on the band saw blade can
cause the blade to slip or come off unexpectedly.
Wipe off all excess oil with a cloth before install-
ing the band saw blade.
CAUTION:
Always wear protective gloves
when handling the band saw blade.
CAUTION:
Use caution when handling the
band saw blade to avoid cut by the sharp edge of
the blade teeth.
CAUTION:
Keep your body away from
the band saw blade when checking the blade
movement.
CAUTION:
When turning the blade tightening
lever clockwise to release the tension on the band
saw blade, point the tool downward because the
band saw blade may come off unexpectedly.
To install the band saw blade:
1.
Turn the blade tightening lever clockwise until it
stops to loosen the wheel.
► Fig.7: 1. Tighten 2. Loosen 3. Blade tightening lever
2. Open the wheel cover.
► Fig.8: 1. Wheel cover 2. Hook
NOTICE:
When opening the wheel cover, open
and release both the hooks simultaneously.
Opening only one hook may cause crack on the
wheel cover.
3.
Match the direction of the arrows on the band saw
blade and on the wheels.
4. Insert the non-serrated side of the band saw blade
into the upper holder and lower holder. Make sure the
band saw blade in both upper and lower holder touches
to the bottom bearings.
► Fig.9: 1. Lower holder 2. Upper holder 3. Bottom
bearing
5. With pressing the middle part of the band saw
blade, position the blade around one wheel. Moving the
wheel to A side makes it easier to do so.
► Fig.10: 1. Wheel 2. Rubber tire
6. Position the band saw blade on the other wheel
similarly.
7.
Position the edge of the band saw blade on rubber
tire.
8. Hold the band saw blade in place and turn the
blade tightening lever counterclockwise until it stops.
This places proper tension on the band saw blade.
9. Close the wheel cover.
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