14. Attach the felt pad (short) and felt pad (long).
Fig.19
► 1 . Felt pad (short) 2. Felt pad (long)
15. Attach the plate (large) and cover, and then
tighten 4 bolts.
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Fig.20
► 1 . Bolt 2. Cover 3. Plate (large)
NOTICE:
If the shear blades do not operate prop-
erly, the blades are not engaging the crank prop-
erly. Remove the blades and install them again.
NOTICE:
If the parts other than the shear blades
such as the crank are worn out, ask Makita
Authorized Service Centers for parts replacement
or repairs.
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The angle of the head can be adjusted in 13 steps. To
change the angle of the head, follow the steps below.
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1.
the angle of the head while pulling the slide lever, and
then release the slide lever.
► 1 . Slide lever 2. Angle adjustment handle
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2.
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FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION
CAUTION:
Always be sure that the tool is
switched off and the battery cartridge is removed
before adjusting or checking function on the tool.
Adjusting the cutting angle
CAUTION:
Always be sure that the tool is
switched off before adjusting the cutting angle.
Hold the angle adjustment handle, and then adjust
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Fig.21
Move the head slightly until it is locked with a click.
NOTE: Make sure that the head is securely locked
before operating the tool.
OPERATION
WARNING:
Follow the warnings and precau-
tions in the chapter "SAFETY WARNINGS" and
the instruction manual of the power unit.
Operating the tool
WARNING:
Do not use the tool near any
electrical power lines. Contacting with power lines
or using the tool near power lines may cause serious
injury or electric shock resulting in death.
WARNING:
Keep hands away from shear blades.
WARNING:
Be extremely careful to maintain
control of the tool at all times. Do not allow the tool
to be deflected toward you or anyone in the work
vicinity. Failure to keep control of the tool could result
in serious injury to the bystander and the operator.
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