Indicator lamps
Lighted
Off
NOTE: Depending on the conditions of use and the
ambient temperature, the indication may differ slightly
from the actual capacity.
NOTE: The first (far left) indicator lamp will blink when
the battery protection system works.
Tool / battery protection system
The tool is equipped with a tool/battery protection system. This
system automatically cuts off power to the motor to extend tool
and battery life. The tool will automatically stop during operation if
the tool or battery is placed under one of the following conditions:
Overload protection
When the tool or battery is operated in a manner that causes it to
draw an abnormally high current, the tool automatically stops. In
this situation, turn the tool off and stop the application that caused
the tool to become overloaded. Then turn the tool on to restart.
Overheat protection
When the tool or battery is overheated, the tool stops
automatically. In this case, let the tool and battery cool
before turning the tool on again.
Overdischarge protection
When the battery capacity is not enough, the tool stops automatically.
In this case, remove the battery from the tool and charge the battery.
Switch action
WARNING:
Before installing the battery car-
tridge into the tool, always check to see that the
switch trigger actuates properly and returns to
the "OFF" position when released.
WARNING:
For your safety, this tool is equipped
with the lock-off button which prevents the tool from
unintended starting. Never use the tool if it starts when
you pull the switch trigger without pressing the lock-
off button. Ask your local Makita Service Center for repairs.
WARNING:
Never disable the lock function or
tape down the lock-off button.
Remaining
capacity
Blinking
75% to 100%
50% to 75%
25% to 50%
0% to 25%
Charge the
battery.
The battery
may have
malfunctioned.
NOTICE:
Do not pull the switch trigger forcibly
without pressing the lock-off button. The switch
may break.
► 1. Lock-off button 2. Switch trigger
To prevent the switch trigger from being accidentally
pulled, a lock-off button is provided.
To start the tool, press the lock-off button and pull the
switch trigger. Release the switch trigger to stop. The lock-
off button can be pressed from either the right or left side.
Adjusting the cutting angle
CAUTION:
Always be sure that the tool is
switched off before folding or unfolding the head.
CAUTION:
When folding the head for carrying
the tool or after using the tool, be sure to attach
the blade cover before folding the head.
CAUTION:
When folding the head, be careful
not to pinch your fingers between the head and
the tool body.
The angle of the head can be adjusted in 10 steps. To
change the angle of the head, follow the steps below.
1.
Hold the head and the tool body as shown in the
figure.
► 1. Head 2. Angle adjustment button
2.
Adjust the angle of the head while holding down
the angle adjustment button, and then release the angle
adjustment button.
3.
Move the head slightly until it is locked with a click.
NOTE: Make sure that the head is securely locked
before operating the tool.
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