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Hold the handle firmly. Switch on the tool and wait until

the blade attains full speed. Then lower the handle gently

to bring the blade close to the workpiece. When the blade

makes contact, ease into the cut gently at first, then grad-

ually add pressure as the cutting position steadies. Your

pressure on the handle should be adjusted to produce

the minimum amount of sparks.

When the cut is completed, switch off the tool and WAIT

UNTIL THE BLADE HAS COME TO A COMPLETE

STOP before returning the handle to the fully elevated

position. If the handle is raised while the blade is still

rotating, the piece cut off may be caught by the blade,

causing dangerous scattering of chips. When cutting only

part of the way into a workpiece, raise the handle while

the blade is rotating. Switching off during the cut may

cause damage to the carbide-tips as they contact the

workpiece.

Cutting angles (Fig. 13)

Secure the workpiece in the vise as shown in Fig. A, and

proceed to cut it. The saw blade life will be shortened if

the workpiece is cut as shown in Fig. B.

CAUTION:

• Do NOT cut the workpiece as shown in Fig. C since

this may cause it to be ejected from the vise, possibly

resulting in injury.

The saw blade is subjected to greater wear when the

area A in the Fig. B is cut. Place a wooden block up

against the workpiece as shown in the Fig. D so that the

saw blade will enter area A at an angle. This will help to

extend the saw blade life.

The allowable cutting dimensions are reduced when a

wooden block is used. Use a wooden block whose

dimensions are equivalent to the maximum allowable cut-

ting dimensions minus the dimensions of the workpiece

to be cut. This will further minimize the shortening of the

saw blade life.

Cutting pipes, squares and channels (Fig. 14)

The saw blade is subjected to greater wear when the

areas A and B in Figs. F and G are cut. Place a wooden

block up against the workpiece as shown in Figs. H and I

so that the saw blade will enter areas A and B at an

angle. This will help to minimize the shortening of the

saw blade life.

The allowable cutting dimensions are reduced when a

wooden block is used. Use a wooden block whose

dimensions are equivalent to the maximum allowable cut-

ting dimensions minus the dimensions of the workpiece

to be cut. This will further minimize the shortening of the

saw blade life.

Cutting rectangles (Fig. 15)

Secure the workpiece in the vise as shown in Fig. J, and

proceed to cut it.

CAUTION:

• Do NOT cut the workpiece as shown in Fig. K since

this may cause it to be ejected from the vise, possibly

resulting in injury.

Carrying tool (Fig. 16)

CAUTION:

• The chain for transportation shall be adjusted to mini-

mize the accessible zone of the saw blade before trans-

porting the tool.

Fold down the tool head to the position where you can

attach the chain to the hook on the handle. Grasp the

carrying grip when carrying the tool.

MAINTENANCE

CAUTION:

• Always be sure that the tool is switched off and

unplugged before attempting to perform inspection or

maintenance.

• Never use gasoline, benzine, thinner, alcohol or the

like. Discoloration, deformation or cracks may result.

Replacing saw blade

Continuing to use a dull and worn blade may cause

motor overload and decreased cutting efficiency.

Replace with a new blade as soon as it is no longer effec-

tive.

Replacing carbon brushes (Figs. 17 & 18)

Remove and check the carbon brushes regularly.

Replace when they wear down to the limit mark. Keep

the carbon brushes clean and free to slip in the holders.

Both carbon brushes should be replaced at the same

time. Use only identical carbon brushes.

Use a screwdriver to remove the brush holder caps. Take

out the worn carbon brushes, insert the new ones and

secure the brush holder caps.

To maintain product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs,

any other maintenance or adjustment should be per-

formed by Makita Authorized Service Centers, always

using Makita replacement parts.

OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES

CAUTION:

• These accessories or attachments are recommended

for use with your Makita tool specified in this manual.

The use of any other accessories or attachments might

present a risk of injury to persons. Only use accessory

or attachment for its stated purpose.

If you need any assistance for more details regarding

these accessories, ask your local Makita Service Center.

• Carbide-tipped saw blade

• Safety goggle

• Socket wrench 17

• Lock-off button (Switch button)

NOTE

• Some items in the list may be included in the tool pack-

age as standard accessories. They may differ from

country to country.

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