Switch action
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► 1. Switch trigger 2. Lock-off lever
CAUTION:
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Before installing the battery cartridge into the
tool, always check to see that the switch trigger
actuates properly and returns to the "OFF"
position when released.
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Do not pull the switch trigger hard without press-
ing the lock-off lever. This can cause switch
breakage.
To prevent the switch trigger from being accidentally
pulled, a lock-off lever is provided. To start the tool,
press the lock-off lever and pull the switch trigger.
Release the switch trigger to stop.
WARNING:
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For your safety, this tool is equipped with
lock-off lever which prevents the tool from
unintended starting. NEVER use the tool if it
runs when you simply pull the switch trigger
without pressing the lock-off lever. Return tool
to a MAKITA service center for proper repairs
BEFORE further usage.
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NEVER tape down or defeat purpose and func-
tion of lock-off lever.
ASSEMBLY
CAUTION:
•
Always be sure that the tool is switched off and
the battery cartridge is removed before carrying
out any work on the tool.
Removing or installing saw blade
CAUTION:
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Be sure the blade is installed with teeth pointing
up at the front of the tool.
•
Use only the Makita wrench to install or remove
the blade.
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► 1. Hex wrench 2. Loosen 3. Tighten 4. Shaft lock
To remove the blade, press the shaft lock so that the
blade cannot revolve and use the wrench to loosen the
hex bolt counterclockwise. Then remove the hex bolt,
outer flange and blade.
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► 1. Mounting shaft 2. Inner flange 3. Saw blade
4. Outer flange 5. Hex bolt
Mount the inner flange with its recessed side facing
outward onto the mounting shaft and then place saw
blade, outer flange and hex bolt.
BE SURE TO TIGHTEN THE HEX BOLT CLOCKWISE
SECURELY.
► 1. Inner flange 2. Saw blade 3. Outer flange 4. Hex
bolt
When changing blade, make sure to also clean the
upper and lower blade guards of accumulated sawdust
as discussed in the Maintenance section. Such efforts
do not replace the need to check lower guard operation
before each use.
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