Makita CP100DSA Instruction Manual page 8

WARNING:
Never disable the lock function or
tape down the lock-off button.
NOTICE:
Do not pull the switch trigger forcibly
without pressing the lock-off button. The switch
may break.
► Fig.3: 1. Switch trigger 2. Lock-off button
To prevent the switch trigger from being accidentally
pulled, a lock-off button is provided.
To start the tool, press the lock-off button and pull the
switch trigger. Release the switch trigger to stop. The
lock-off button can be pressed from either the right or
left side.
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.
CAUTION:
The blade can be warm during
operation. Before removing the blade, wait until
the blade cools down.
CAUTION:
Be sure to secure the blade firmly
to avoid injury or damage to the tool.
CAUTION:
When replacing the blade, always
wear gloves so that your hands do not directly
contact the blade.
Replacing blade
1. Insert the lock pin included in the package of the
blade set into the free hole in the blade, and then loosen
the screw with a screwdriver.
► Fig.4: 1. Screw 2. Lock pin
2.
Remove the lock pin, and then remove the screw
and the blade.
3. Attach the new blade with its flat surface facing the
tool, then insert the lock pin, and then tighten the screw
firmly to secure the blade.
► Fig.5: 1. Blade 2. Screw 3. Lock pin
4. Remove the lock pin.
OPERATION
CAUTION:
When operating the tool, do not
touch the blade or bring the tool near the hand
or face.
CAUTION:
When cutting the material, never
put the hand in front of the blade.
NOTICE:
Before operating the tool, make sure
that the blades are in the right position as shown
in the figure.
► Fig.6
Hold the tool firmly. Turn on the tool, then set the blade
against the material to be cut, and then move the tool
forward.
► Fig.7
NOTICE:
Do not apply excessive force to the
tool. It does not help to cut the material smoothly.
NOTE: When cutting the thin material such as fabric,
apply sufficient tension to the material while holding it
and move the tool slowly.
When cutting a disc (CD, DVD, or Blu-ray Disc), tilt it as
shown in the figure to cut it smoothly.
► Fig.8
CAUTION:
When cutting materials, be sure
to wear safety glasses to avoid injury caused by
flying debris.
NOTICE:
Do not cut solid plate thicker than CD,
DVD, or Blu-ray Disc, or plate harder than CD,
DVD, or Blu-ray Disc.
When the tool is jammed, rotate it sideways, and then
pull it slowly as shown in the figure.
► Fig.9
MAINTENANCE
CAUTION:
Always be sure that the tool is
switched off and the battery cartridge is removed
before attempting to perform inspection or
maintenance.
NOTICE:
Never use gasoline, benzine, thinner,
alcohol or the like. Discoloration, deformation or
cracks may result.
To maintain product SAFETY and RELIABILITY,
repairs, any other maintenance or adjustment should
be performed by Makita Authorized or Factory Service
Centers, always using Makita replacement parts.
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