Page 2 - SPECIFICATIONS; GENERAL SAFETY RULES; Read and understand all instructions.; Failure to follow all; SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS; Work Area
2 SPECIFICATIONS • Manufacturer reserves the right to change specifications without notice. • Specifications may differ from country to country. GENERAL SAFETY RULES USA003-1 (FOR All BATTERY OPERATED TOOLS) WARNING: Read and understand all instructions. Failure to follow all instructions listed bel...
Page 4 - SERVICE; SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES
4 20. Use only accessories that are recom-mended by the manufacturer for yourmodel. Accessories that may be suitable for one tool may create a risk of injury whenused on another tool. SERVICE 21. Tool service must be performed only byqualified repair personnel. Service or main- tenance performed by ...
Page 11 - Tips for maintaining maximum battery life
11 NOTE: • The battery charger is for charging Makita batterycartridge. Never use it for other purposes or for othermanufacturer’s batteries. • When you charge a new battery cartridge or a batterycartridge which has not been used for a long period oftime, it may not accept a full charge. This is a n...
Page 12 - Adjusting depth of cut; Bevel cutting; Sighting
12 Adjusting depth of cut CAUTION: • After adjusting the depth of cut, always tighten theclamping screw securely. Loosen the clamping screw on the depth guide and move thebase up or down. You can read the depth of cut by aligningthe top of the notch in the depth guide with the graduationson its righ...
Page 13 - Switch action; ASSEMBLY; Removing or installing saw blade
13 Switch action CAUTION: • Before inserting the battery cartridge into the tool,always check to see that the switch trigger actuatesproperly and returns to the “OFF” position whenreleased. To prevent the switch trigger from being accidentally pulled, alock-off lever is provided. To start the tool, ...
Page 14 - Hex wrench storage; OPERATION
14 Hex wrench storage When not in use, store the hex wrench as shown in the figureto keep it from being lost. OPERATION CAUTION: • Be sure to move the tool forward in a straight line gently.Forcing or twisting the tool will result in overheating themotor and dangerous kickback, possibly causing seve...
Page 15 - MAINTENANCE; Recycling the Battery
15 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 16 - ACCESSORIES
16 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 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...