Makita SC103D Instruction Manual page 12

To lock the switch trigger, set the reversing switch lever
to the lock position. The switch trigger cannot be pulled
in this position.
► Fig.6: 1. Reversing switch lever 2. Cutting position
3. Lock position 4. Reversing position
NOTICE:
When the reversing switch lever is
in the reversing position, run the tool only as
needed. To prevent the damage to the tool, the tool
will automatically stops when it is run in the reversing
position continuously.
NOTE: After cutting, if you release the switch trigger
while the jaw of the cutting die is opening and then set
the reversing switch lever to the reversing position,
the jaw will once close and then open when you pull
the switch trigger again.
LED light
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 15 seconds after
releasing the switch trigger.
► Fig.7: 1. Lamp (inside)
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 will
blink. Let the tool cool down in this case.
Guide scale
Use the guide scale if you wish to cut threaded rods in
the same length. Insert the guide scale into the hole as
shown in the figure.
► Fig.8: 1. Guide scale 2. Clamping screw
Align the value of your desired length on the guide scale
with the cutting line. Then tighten the clamping screw.
► Fig.9: 1. Guide scale 2. Cutting line 3. Clamping
screw
CAUTION:
Do not hold the guide scale to
carry or handle the tool. The tool may fall off and
cause personal injury and/or damage to the tool.
Rod guide
For a precise cutting, set the rod guide in position
depending on the diameter of the threaded rod to be
cut.
► Fig.10: 1. Rod guide (Position 1) 2. Rod guide
(Position 2)
There are two rod guide positions.
Position
1
2 W5/16, W1/4, 5/16-18UNC, 1/4-20UNC,
Size of threaded rod
W3/8, 3/8-16UNC, M10
M8, M6
Hook
CAUTION:
Never hook the tool on a windy
location or a potentially unstable surface.
CAUTION:
Do not use the hook when it is
deformed or damaged.
CAUTION:
When not operating the tool,
always fold the hook.
The hook is convenient for hanging the tool temporarily.
► Fig.11: 1. Hook
CAUTION:
Do not hang the hook from the
waist belt. It may result in personal injuries and/or
damage to the tool if dropped.
► Fig.12
Hex wrench storage
When not in use, store the hex wrench as shown in the
figure to keep it from being lost.
► Fig.13: 1. Hex wrench
Shoulder strap
Optional accessory
Shoulder strap is useful for carrying the tool.
► Fig.14: 1. Shoulder strap 2. Belt end 3. Buckle
CAUTION:
Always wear the shoulder strap
crossed over your body and adjusted in proper
length.
CAUTION:
Do not use the shoulder strap if it
is damaged.
CAUTION:
Leave an sufficient length between
the buckle and belt end to prevent the belt end
from slipping through the buckle.
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 the cutting dies
CAUTION:
Always install the cutting dies
in the correct directions and secured firmly.
Incorrect or loose attachment may cause breakage of
the cutting die, resulting personal injury by flown off
fractions.
NOTICE:
Remove the burr on the cutting dies
using a file if any.
1.
Check if the jaw of the cutting die is fully opened.
If not, install the battery and pull the switch trigger until
the jaw is fully opened.
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