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CAUTION: The speed adjusting dial is not
for using low speed rated saw blades but for
obtaining a speed which is suitable to material of
workpiece. Use only saw blades which are rated
for at least the maximum no load speed stated in
the SPECIFICATIONS.
NOTICE: The speed adjusting dial can be turned
only as far as 5 and back to 1. Do not force it past
5 or 1, or the speed adjusting function may no
longer work.
Electronic function
operate because of the following features.
Constant speed control
Electronic speed control for obtaining constant speed.
kept constant even under load condition.
Soft start feature
Soft start because of suppressed starting shock.
Electric brake
This tool is equipped with an electric blade brake. If the
blade after switch lever release, have tool serviced at a
Makita service center.
CAUTION: The blade brake system is not a
substitute for blade guard. NEVER USE TOOL
WITHOUT A FUNCTIONING BLADE GUARD.
SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY CAN RESULT.
ASSEMBLY
CAUTION: Always be sure that the tool is
before carrying out any work on the tool.
Hex wrench storage
When not in use, store the hex wrench as shown in the
Fig.19: 1. Hex wrench
Removing or installing circular saw
blade
CAUTION: Be sure the circular saw blade is
installed with teeth pointing up at the front of the
tool.
CAUTION: Use only the Makita wrench to
install or remove the circular saw blade.
To remove the circular saw blade:
1.
a little. Turn the locking lever and lower the handle until
Fig.20: 1.2. Locking lever 3. Lock
pin 4. Hole for lock pin
2.
revolve and use the hex wrench to loosen the hex bolt.
Fig.21: 1. Shaft lock 2. Hex wrench 3. Tighten
4. Loosen
3.
saw blade.
Fig.22: 1. Hex bolt 2.3.
4. Circular saw blade
WARNING:
sure to install it on the spindle. When installing,
into the saw blade hole perfectly. Mounting the
blade on the wrong side can result in the dangerous
vibration.
To install the circular saw blade, follow the removal
release the lock pin from the hole.
WARNING: BE SURE TO TIGHTEN THE HEX
BOLT SECURELY. Also be careful not to tighten
the bolt forcibly. Slipping your hand from the hex
wrench can cause a personal injury.
Blade guard cleaning
When changing the circular saw blade, make sure to
also clean the blade guard of accumulated sawdust as
not replace the need to check guard operation before
each use.
Connecting a vacuum cleaner
Optional accessory
Fig.23: 1. Hose of the vacuum cleaner 2.
24 3.
Adjusting angle of dust nozzle
When operating the tool without connecting a vacuum
operator from being exposed to sawdust.
When operating the tool with connecting a vacuum
of the vacuum cleaner from getting caught in the work-
piece or the guide rail.
Fig.24: 1.