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 USA001-2 (For All Tools) WARNING: Read and understand all instructions. Failure to follow all instructions listed below, may result in...
Page 4 - USE PROPER EXTENSION CORD:; GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
4 24. When servicing a tool, use only identical replacement parts. Follow instructions inthe Maintenance section of this manual. Use of unauthorized parts or failure to followMaintenance instructions may create a risk ofelectric shock or injury. USE PROPER EXTENSION CORD: Use only three-wire extensi...
Page 5 - SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES
5 SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES USB008-5 DO NOT let comfort or familiarity with product (gained fromrepeated use) replace strict adherence to circular saw safetyrules. If you use this tool unsafely or incorrectly, you can sufferserious personal injury. 1. DANGER! Keep hands away from cuttingarea and blade. ...
Page 9 - Blade steady device
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 - Sighting; Switch action; ASSEMBLY; Removing or installing saw blade
10 Sighting For straight cuts, align the A position on the front of the basewith your cutting line. For 45 ° bevel cuts, align the B position with it. Switch action CAUTION: • Before plugging in the tool, always check to see that theswitch trigger actuates properly and returns to the “OFF”position w...
Page 11 - Hex wrench storage
11 To remove the blade, press the shaft lock so that the bladecannot revolve and use the wrench to loosen the hex boltcounterclockwise. Then remove the hex bolt, outer flangeand blade. To install the blade, follow the removal procedure in reverse.BE SURE TO TIGHTEN THE HEX BOLT CLOCKWISESECURELY. Af...
Page 12 - OPERATION
12 To remove the hex wrench, push the shorter side of it outwith your finger. Then remove the hex wrench. To store the hex wrench, insert the longer side of it into thelever. Then push the shorter side of it down. OPERATION CAUTION: • Be sure to move the tool forward in a straight line gently.Forcin...
Page 13 - MAINTENANCE; Adjusting for accuracy of 90
13 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 14 - Replacing carbon brushes; ACCESSORIES
14 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 slip in the holders. Both carbonbrushes should be replaced at the same time. Use only iden-tical carbon brushes. Use a screwdriver to remo...
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
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...