Carrying Tool; Maintenance - Makita 2704 Instruction Manual

Use the miter gauge for the 4 types of cutting shown in
the figure.
CAUTION:
Secure the knob on the miter gauge carefully.
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Avoid creep of workpiece and gauge by firm
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workholding arrangement, especially when cutting
at an angle.
NEVER hold or grasp the intended "cut-off" portion
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of the workpiece.
Miter gauge positive stop
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Miter gauge is provided with positive stops at 90°,
45°right and left miter angles for quick setting of miter
angles.
To set the miter angle, loosen the knob on the miter
gauge.
Raise the small plate on the miter gauge for free setting.
Turn the miter gauge to the desired miter angle. Return
the small plate on the miter gauge to the original position
and tighten the knob clockwise securely.
Use of miter gauge
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Slide the miter gauge into the thick grooves in the table.
Loosen the knob on the gauge and align to desired
angle (0° to 60°). Bring stock flush up against fence and
feed gently forward into the blade.
1. Knob
2. Small plate
3. Screw for
positive stop
1. Groove
2. Miter gauge
3. Knob
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Auxiliary wood facing (miter gauge)
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To prevent a long board from wobbling, fit the miter
gauge with an auxiliary fence board. Fasten with
bolts/nuts after drilling holes, but fasteners must not
protrude from the face board.

Carrying tool

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Carry the tool by holding the tool part shown in the
figure.

MAINTENANCE

CAUTION:
Always be sure that the tool is switched off and
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unplugged before attempting to perform inspection
or maintenance.
Never use gasoline, benzine, thinner, alcohol or
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the like. Discoloration, deformation or cracks may
result.
Cleaning
Clean out sawdust and chips from time to time. Carefully
clean the blade guard and moving parts inside the table
saw.
Lubrication
To keep the table saw in tip-top running condition, and to
assure maximum service life, oil or grease the moving
parts and rotating parts from time to time.
Lubrication places:
Threaded shaft to elevate the blade
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Hinge to rotate the frame
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Elevation guide shafts on motor
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Gear to elevate the blade
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Guide rails for the rip fence
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