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Cutting aluminum extrusion (Fig. 19)

When securing aluminum extrusions, use spacer

blocks or pieces of scrap as shown in Fig. 19 to

prevent deformation of the aluminum. Use a cutting

lubricant when cutting the aluminum extrusion to

prevent build-up of the aluminum material on the

blade.

CAUTION:

Never attempt to cut thick or round aluminum extru-

sions. Thick aluminum extrusions may come loose

during operation and round aluminum extrusions can-

not be secured firmly with this machine.

Adjusting for smooth handle action (Fig. 20)

The hex lock nut holding together the blade case and

arm has been factory adjusted to assure smooth

handle action up and down and to guarantee precise

cutting. Do not tamper with it.

Should looseness develop at the blade case and arm

connection, tighten the hex lock nut using a wrench

while holding the bolt with another wrench.

After adjusting the hex lock nut, be sure the handle

returns automatically to the initial, raised position from

any position. If the hex lock nut is too loose, the

cutting accuracy will be affected; if it is too tight, it will

be hard to work the handle up and down. Note that

this is a self locking nut; it is a special type that does

not loosen during normal use. It should not be over-

tightened or replaced with other types of nuts.

Alignment for squareness (Fig. 21 & 22)

This machine was carefully adjusted and aligned for

squareness of cut at the factory, but rough handling

may have affected the alignment. If your machine is

not aligned properly, perform the following.

Loosen the grip and set the turn base at zero degrees

by turning the turn base. Tighten the grip securely and

loosen the hex bolts on the guide fence. Square the

side of the blade with the face of the guide fence using

a triangular rule, try-square, etc. by moving the right

side of the guide fence. Then securely tighten the hex

bolts on the guide fence in the order indicated in

Fig. 22.

Installing holders and set plates

(optional accessories) (Fig. 23)

The holders can be installed on either side as a

convenient means of holding workpieces horizontally

or workpieces to be cut repetitively into identical

lengths. To install the holder, insert the holder through

the hole in the set plate with the curved portion of the

holder pointing upwards. Then slip the holder rods

into the holes in the base. Tighten the holders

securely with wing bolts.

Cutting repetitive lengths

When cutting several pieces of stock to the same

length, ranging between 235 – 400 mm, use of the set

plate will facilitate more efficient operation. Align the

cutting line on your workpiece with either the left or

right side of the groove in the kerf board, and while

holding the workpiece form moving, move the set

plate flush against the end of the workpiece. Then

secure the set plate with the wing bolt on the set plate.

Carrying machine (Fig. 15 & 24)

When carrying the machine, lower the handle fully

and press the stopper pin to lock the handle in the

lowered position. Secure the turn base by means of

the grip. The machine can then be conveniently

carried by the carrying grip.

WARNING:

Be sure that the machine is unplugged first.

MAINTENANCE

CAUTION:

Always be sure that the machine is switched off and

unplugged before carrying out any work on the

machine.

Replacement of carbon brushes (Fig. 25 & 26)

Replace carbon brushes when they are worn down to

the limit mark. Both identical carbon brushes should

be replaced at the same time.

To maintain product safety and reliability, repairs,

maintenance or adjustment should be carried out by

Makita Authorized Service Center.

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