Page 2 - SPECIFICATIONS; GENERAL SAFETY RULES; Read and understand all instructions.; Failure to follow all; SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS; Work Area; Electrical Safety
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 byqualified repair personnel. Service or main- tenance performed by unqualified personnelcould result in a risk of injury. 24. When servicing a tool, use only identicalreplacement parts. Follow instructions inthe Maintenance section of this manual. U...
Page 7 - ASSEMBLY; Installing or removing saw blade
7 Speed adjusting dial The tool speed can be infinitely adjusted between 500 and3,100 strokes per minute by turning the adjusting dial. Higherspeed is obtained when the dial is turned in the direction ofnumber 6; lower speed is obtained when it is turned in thedirection of number 1. Refer to the tab...
Page 8 - Hex wrench storage
8 To install the blade, loosen the bolt counterclockwise on theblade holder with the hex wrench. With the blade teeth facing forward, insert the blade into theblade holder as far as it will go. Make sure that the back edgeof the blade fits into the roller. Then tighten the bolt clockwiseto secure th...
Page 9 - Dust cover; OPERATION
9 Dust cover CAUTION: • Always wear safety goggles even when operating thetool with the dust cover lowered. Lower the dust cover to prevent chips from flying. However,when making bevel cuts, raise it all the way. Anti-splintering device (optional accessory) For splinter-free cuts, the anti-splinteri...
Page 11 - Cutouts; A) Boring a starting hole; Finishing edges
11 Cutouts Cutouts can be made with either of two methods A or B. A) Boring a starting hole For internal cutouts without a lead-in cut from an edge,pre-drill a starting hole 12 mm (1/2”) or more in diameter.Insert the blade into this hole to start your cut. B) Plunge cutting You need not bore a star...
Page 12 - Dust extraction
12 Dust extraction Clean cutting operations can be performed by connectingthis tool to a Makita vacuum cleaner. Insert the hose of thevacuum cleaner into the hole at the rear of the tool. Lowerthe dust cover before operation. NOTE: • Dust extraction cannot be performed when making bevelcuts. Rip fen...
Page 13 - MAINTENANCE
13 2. Circular cuts When cutting circles or arcs of 170 mm (6 - 11/16”) orless in radius, install the rip fence as follows.Insert the rip fence into the rectangular hole on the sideof the base with the fence guide facing up. Insert the cir-cular guide pin through either of the two holes on thefence ...
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
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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
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...