Switch Action - Makita 5008MGJ/2 Instruction Manual

NOTE:
When changing the positive stopper's position,
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loosening the lever and tilting the bevel angle to
less than the desired stopper position number
allows to change it.
When the arrow on the positive stopper points 22.5,
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the bevel angle can be adjusted 0 - 22.5°;when the
arrow points 45, it can be adjusted 0 - 45°; when
the arrow points 50, it can be adjusted 0 - 50°.
Sighting
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For straight cuts, align the A position on the front of the
base with your cutting line. For 45° bevel cuts, align the
B position with it.

Switch action

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CAUTION:
Before plugging in the tool, always check to see
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that the switch trigger actuates properly and
returns to the "OFF" position when released.
To start the tool, simply pull the switch trigger. Release
the switch trigger to stop.
Lighting the lamp
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1. Base
A
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1. Switch trigger
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1. Lamp
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CAUTION:
Do not apply impact to the lamp, which may cause
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damage or shorted service time to it.
Do not look in the light or see the source of light directly.
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The lamp lights up when the tool is plugged. The lamp
keeps on lighting until the tool is unplugged.
If the lamp does not light up, the mains cord or the lamp
may be defective. The lamp is lit but the tool does not
start even if the tool is switched on, the carbon brushes
may be worn out, or the motor or the ON/OFF switch
may be defective.
NOTE:
Use a dry cloth to wipe the dirt off the lens of lamp.
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Be careful not to scratch the lens of lamp, or it may
lower the illumination.
ASSEMBLY
CAUTION:
Always be sure that the tool is switched off and
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unplugged before carrying out any work on the tool.
Hex wrench storage
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2
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Hex wrench is stored on the tool. To remove hex wrench,
rotate it toward yourself and pull it out.
To install hex wrench, place it on the handle and turn it until it
comes into contact with the protrusion on the handle.
Removing or installing saw blade
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CAUTION:
Be sure the blade is installed with teeth pointing up
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at the front of the tool.
Use only the Makita wrench to install or remove the
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blade.
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1. Hex wrench
2. Protrusion
1. Hex wrench
2. Shaft lock
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