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 USA001-2 (For All Tools) WARNING: Read and understand all instructions. Failure to follow all instructions listed below, may result in...
Page 5 - SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES
5 An adapter Fig. “B” and “C” is available for connecting Fig. “A” type plugs to two-prongreceptacles. The green-colored rigid ear, lug, etc., extending from the adapter must be con-nected to a permanent ground, such as a properly grounded outlet box. SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES USB008-5 DO NOT let comfor...
Page 9 - Sighting
9 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 the leversecurely. Loosen the lever on the depth guide and move the base ...
Page 10 - ASSEMBLY; Removing or installing saw blade
10 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 start the tool, push in the lock-off bu...
Page 11 - OPERATION
11 To install the blade, follow the removal procedure in reverse.BE SURE TO TIGHTEN THE HEX BOLT CLOCKWISESECURELY. 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 before ea...
Page 12 - MAINTENANCE; Replacing carbon brushes; ACCESSORIES
12 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...
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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 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 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...