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FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION
CAUTION:
Always be sure that the tool is switched off and
•
unplugged before adjusting or checking function on
the tool.
Adjusting depth of cut
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CAUTION:
After adjusting the depth of cut, always tighten the
•
lever securely.
Loosen the lever on the depth guide and move the base
up or down. At the desired depth of cut, secure the base
by tightening the lever.
For cleaner, safer cuts, set cut depth so that no more
than one blade tooth projects below workpiece. Using
proper cut depth helps to reduce potential for dangerous
KICKBACKS which can cause personal injury.
Bevel cutting
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Loosen the clamping screw on the bevel scale plate on the
front of the base. Set for the desired angle (0° - 45°) by tilting
accordingly, then tighten the clamping screw securely.
Sighting
B
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1. Lever
1
1. Bevel scale
plate
2. Clamping screw
1
2
1. Base plate
A
1
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
•
that the switch trigger actuates properly and returns
to the "OFF" position when released.
For tool with lock button
To start the tool, simply pull the switch trigger. Release
the switch trigger to stop.
For continuous operation, pull the switch trigger and then
push in the lock button.
To stop the tool from the locked position, pull the switch
trigger fully, then release it.
For tool without lock button
To start the tool, simply pull the switch trigger. Release
the switch trigger to stop.
ASSEMBLY
CAUTION:
Always be sure that the tool is switched off and
•
unplugged before carrying out any work on the tool.
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
•
blade.
To remove the blade, hold the outer flange with the
wrench so that it cannot revolve, then use the hex
wrench to loosen the hex bolt counterclockwise. Then
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1. Lock button
1
2. Switch trigger
2
1. Wrench
1
2. Hex wrench
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