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Sighting
B
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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. The front of the base is graduated in
inches, and the right edge of the notch is at zero.
Graduation on right side of tool base
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The right side of the tool base is graduated in inches. The
"0" graduation indicates the position of the blade edge
when the depth of cut is set at the deepest position. Use
this graduation when performing plunge cuts (pocket
cutting).
Dust collection
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2
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This tool is equipped with the dust box to collect dust and
cut chips. When the dust box is about two thirds full,
empty its contents. To do so, press the lever to unlock the
dust cap and open it. Tip the rear of the tool down to
empty the dust box.
Cleaner cutting operations can be performed by
connecting this tool to Makita vacuum cleaner. Remove
the rubber cap from the dust cap and connect the
vacuum cleaner hose to the dust cap.
1. Base
A
1. Position of blade
edge when
depth of cut is
set at the
deepest position
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1. Dust cap
2. Rubber cap
3. Lever
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.
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
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blade.
To remove the blade, first remove the clamping screws
which secure the dust box, then remove the dust box.
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1. Switch trigger
1
1. Dust box
1
2. Screws
1. Wrench
2. Shaft lock
2
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