Maintenance - Makita DPB181 Instruction Manual

Select the proper cutting position for your workpiece by
referring to the figure.
Hold the tool with both hands as shown in the figure.
Before turning on the tool, always make sure that the
stopper plate contacts the workpiece and the blade is
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 lift
it slightly so that it will not fall against the workpiece.
NOTICE:
• 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
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.
► 1. Cutting wax
When cutting metals, use Makita cutting wax as a
cutting lubricant. To apply the cutting wax to the blade
teeth, remove a cap of the cutting wax, start the tool and
cut into the cutting wax as shown in the figure.

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.
Cleaning
CAUTION:
• Never use gasoline, benzine, thinner, alcohol
or the like. Discoloration, deformation or cracks
may result.
• 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.
After use, remove wax, chips and dust from the tool,
wheel tires and blade.
Replacing tires on wheels
Replace the tires when the blade slips or does not track
properly because of badly worn tires.
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.
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