Makita 5740NB User Manual

INSTRUCTION MANUALWARNING:For your personal safety, READ and UNDERSTAND before using.SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.www.makitatools.comC

10Switch actionCAUTION:• Before plugging in the tool, always check to see that theswitch trigger actuates properly and returns to the “OFF”position wh

11Hold the tool firmly. The tool is provided with both a front gripand rear handle. Use both to best grasp the tool. If bothhands are holding saw, the

12Replacing carbon brushesRemove and check the carbon brushes regularly. Replacewhen they wear down to the limit mark. Keep the carbonbrushes clean an

13First-ClassPostageRequiredPost Office willnot deliverwithout properpostage.Makita U.S.A., Inc.14930 Northam StreetLa Mirada, CA 90638-5753FoldCut

141. This product was purchased from:Home CenterHardware/Lumber StoreTool DistributorIndustrial SupplyConstruction SupplyOther ( )

15FACTORY SERVICE CENTERS1-800-4-MAKITARETAIN THIS PORTION FOR YOUR RECORDSALABAMA2365 Pelham ParkwayPelham, AL 35124 (205) 620-1791ARIZONA3707 E. Bro

WARNINGSome dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and otherconstruction activities contains chemicals known to the State of Calif

2SPECIFICATIONS• Manufacturer reserves the right to change specifications without notice.• Specifications may differ from country to country.GENERAL S

3change the plug in any way. Double insula-tion eliminates the need for the three wiregrounded power cord and grounded powersupply system.5. Avoid b

422. Use only accessories that are recom-mended by the manufacturer for yourmodel. Accessories that may be suitable forone tool, may become hazardous

52. Check lower guard for proper closingbefore each use. Do not operate saw iflower guard does not move freely andclose instantly. Never clamp or tie

6ward while the blade is in motion or KICK-BACK may occur. Investigate and takecorrective actions to eliminate the cause ofblade binding.When restarti

715. When operating the saw, keep the cordaway from the cutting area and position itso that it will not be caught on the work-piece during the cutting

8SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONSWARNING:MISUSE or failure to follow the safety rules stated in thisinstruction manual may cause serious personal injury.SYMBOL

9FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTIONCAUTION:• Always be sure that the tool is switched off andunplugged before adjusting or checking function on thetool.Adjusting