Maintenance - Makita DPB180 Instruction Manual

Select the proper cutting position for your workpiece by
referring to the figure.
Hold the tool by both hands as shown in the figure with
the stopper plate contacting the workpiece and the
blade clear of the workpiece.
Turn the tool on and wait until the blade attains full
speed. Gently lower the blade into the cut. The weight
of the tool or slightly pressing the tool will supply ade-
quate pressure for the cutting. Do not force the tool.
As you reach the end of a cut, release pressure and,
without actually raising the tool, lift it slightly so that it
will not fall against the workpiece.
CAUTION:
• Applying excessive pressure to the tool or
twisting of the blade may cause bevel cutting or
damage to the blade.
• When not using the tool for a long period of
time, remove the blade from the tool.
• If the tool is operated continuously until the
battery cartridge has discharged, allow the tool
to rest for 15 minutes before proceeding with a
fresh battery.
Cutting lubricant
When cutting metals, use Makita cutting wax as a
cutting lubricant. To apply the cutting wax to the blade
teeth, start the tool and cut in to the cutting wax as
shown in the figure after removing a cap of the cutting
wax.
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► 1. Cutting wax
CAUTION:
• Never use cutting oil or apply excessive amount
of wax to the blade. It may cause the blade to
slip or come off unexpectedly.
• When cutting cast iron, do not use any cutting
wax.

MAINTENANCE

CAUTION:
• Always be sure that the tool is switched off and
the battery cartridge is removed before attempt-
ing to perform inspection or maintenance.
• Never use gasoline, benzine, thinner, alcohol
or the like. Discoloration, deformation or cracks
may result.
Cleaning
After use, remove wax, chips and dust from the tool,
wheel tires and blade.
CAUTION:
• Never use solvents such as turpentine, gaso-
line, lacquer, etc. to clean plastic parts.
• Wax and chips on the tires may cause the blade
to slip and come off unexpectedly. Use a dry
cloth to remove wax and chips from the tires.
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