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 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 8 - Sighting
8 FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION CAUTION: • Always be sure that the tool is switched off andunplugged before adjusting or checking function on thetool. Adjusting depth of cut CAUTION: • After adjusting the depth of cut, always tighten theclamping screw securely. Loosen the clamping screw on the depth guide ...
Page 9 - ASSEMBLY; Removing or installing saw blade
9 Switch action CAUTION: • Before plugging in the tool, always check to see that theswitch trigger actuates properly and returns to the “OFF”position when released. To prevent the switch trigger from being accidentally pulled, alock-off button is provided. To star t the tool, push in the lock-off bu...
Page 10 - OPERATION
10 To install the blade, follow the removal procedure in reverse.BE SURE TO TIGHTEN THE HEX BOLT COUNTER-CLOCKWISE SECURELY. When changing blade, make sure to also clean upper andlower blade guards of accumulated sawdust. Such efforts donot, however, replace the need to check lower guard opera-tion ...
Page 11 - MAINTENANCE; Replacing carbon brushes
11 Rip fence (Guide rule) The handy rip fence allows you to do extra-accurate straightcuts. Simply slide the rip fence up snugly against the side ofthe workpiece and secure it in position with the screw on thefront of the base. It also makes repeated cuts of uniformwidth possible. MAINTENANCE CAUTIO...
Page 12 - ACCESSORIES
12 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...
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14 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 15 - FACTORY SERVICE CENTERS; RETAIN THIS PORTION FOR YOUR RECORDS
15 FACTORY SERVICE CENTERS 1-800-4-MAKITA RETAIN THIS PORTION FOR YOUR RECORDS ALABAMA 2365 Pelham ParkwayPelham, AL 35124 (205) 620-1791 ARIZONA 3707 E. Broadway Rd., Ste. 6 Phoenix, AZ 85040 (602) 437-2850 ARKANSAS Shackleford Shopping Center 240 South Shackleford Rd., Ste. C Little Rock, AR 72211...
Page 16 - 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...