Page 2 - SPECIFICATIONS; GENERAL SAFETY RULES; Read and understand all instructions.; Failure to follow all; SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
2 SPECIFICATIONS • Manufacturer reserves the right to change specifications without notice. • Specifications may differ from country to country. GENERAL SAFETY RULES USA002-2 (For All Tools) WARNING: Read and understand all instructions. Failure to follow all instructions listed below, may result in...
Page 4 - SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES
4 SERVICE 23. Tool service must be performed only by qualified repair personnel. Service or main- tenance performed by unqualified personnelcould result in a risk of injury. 24. When servicing a tool, use only identical replacement parts. Follow instructions inthe Maintenance section of this manual....
Page 6 - Adjusting the depth of cut
6 FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION CAUTION: • Always be sure that the tool is switched off andunplugged before adjusting or checking function on thetool. Adjusting the depth of cut Place the tool on a flat surface. Loosen the lock lever andlower the tool body until the bit just touches the flat surface.Press ...
Page 8 - ASSEMBLY; Installing or removing the bit
8 Speed adjusting dial For model 3612C only The tool speed can be changed by turning the speed adjust-ing dial to a given number setting from 1 to 5.Higher speed is obtained when the dial is turned in the direc-tion of number 5. And lower speed is obtained when it isturned in the direction of number...
Page 9 - OPERATION
9 OPERATION CAUTION: • Before operation, always make sure that the tool bodyautomatically rises to the upper limit and the bit does notprotrude from the tool base when the lock lever isloosened. • Before operation, always make sure that the chipdeflector is installed properly. Set the tool base on t...
Page 13 - MAINTENANCE; Replacing carbon brushes
13 MAINTENANCE CAUTION: • Always be sure that the tool is switched off andunplugged before attempting to perform inspection ormaintenance. Replacing carbon brushes Remove and check the carbon brushes regularly. Replacewhen they wear down to the limit mark. Keep the carbonbrushes clean and free to sl...
Page 14 - ACCESSORIES
14 ACCESSORIES CAUTION: • These accessories or attachments are recommended foruse with your Makita tool specified in this manual. Theuse of any other accessories or attachments mightpresent a risk of injury to persons. Only use accessoryor attachment for its stated purpose. If you need any assistanc...
Page 15 - Memo
Page 18 - MAIL THIS PORTION; Your answers to the following questions are appreciated.; Please return this portion by facsimile or mail.
18 1. This product was purchased from: Home Center Hardware/Lumber Store Tool Distributor Industrial Supply Construction Supply Other ( ) 3. How did you learn about this product: Magazine From Dealer Newspaper Store Display Catalog Radio Exhibition From Friend Previous Usage Other ( ) 2. Use of the ...
Page 19 - FACTORY SERVICE CENTERS; RETAIN THIS PORTION FOR YOUR RECORDS
19 FACTORY SERVICE CENTERS 1-800-4-MAKITA RETAIN THIS PORTION FOR YOUR RECORDS ARIZONA 3707 E. Broadway Rd., Ste. 6 Phoenix, AZ 85040 (602) 437-2850 CALIFORNIA 41850 Christy St. Fremont, CA 94538-5107 (510) 657-9881 14930 Northam St. La Mirada, CA 90638-5753 (714) 522-8088 1970 Fulton Avenue Sacrame...
Page 20 - WARNING; MAKITA LIMITED ONE YEAR WARRANTY; Warranty Policy; Makita Corporation of America
WARNING Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and otherconstruction activities contains chemicals known to the State of Californiato cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some examplesof these chemicals are:• lead from lead-based paints, • crystalline sili...