ENGLISH Cordless Portable Band Saw MODEL BPB180 007297 I N S T R U C T I O N M A N U A L WARNING: For your personal safety, READ and UNDERSTAND before using. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
SPECIFICATIONS Model BPB180 Round workpiece 120 mm dia. Rectangular workpiece 120 mm x 120 mm Max. cutting capacity Blade speed 1.4 - 2.7 m/s Length Blade size 1,140 mm Width 13 mm Thickness 0.5 mm Overall dimensions (L x W x H) 523 mm x 231 mm x 313 mm Net weight 6.4 kg Rated voltage D.C. 18 V • Due to our continuing programme of research and development, the specifications herein are subject to change without notice. • Note: Specifications may differ from country to country.
GENERAL SAFETY RULES GEA002-3 WARNING: Read all instructions. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury. The term “power tool” in all of the warnings listed below refers to your mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated (cordless) power tool. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. Work area safety 1. Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered and dark areas invite accidents. 2.
19. Store idle power tools out of the reach of children and do not allow persons unfamiliar with the power tool or these instructions to operate the power tool. Power tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users. 20. Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts and any other condition that may affect the power tools operation. If damaged, have the power tool repaired before use. Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained power tools. 21.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: MISUSE or failure to follow the safety rules stated in this instruction manual may cause serious personal injury. (3) ENC007-2 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 6. FOR BATTERY CARTRIDGE 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Before using battery cartridge, read all instructions and cautionary markings on (1) battery charger, (2) battery, and (3) product using battery. Do not disassemble battery cartridge. If operating time has become excessively shorter, stop operating immediately.
FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION • 007146 Installing or removing battery cartridge • 1 2 • • 3 1. Battery cartridge 2. Button 3. Red part CAUTION: Always be sure that the tool is switched off and the battery cartridge is removed before adjusting or checking function on the tool. • Always switch off the tool before insertion or removal of the battery cartridge. To remove the battery cartridge, withdraw it from the tool while sliding the button on the front of the cartridge.
007149 Lighting up the lamp CAUTION: Do not apply impact to the lamp, which may cause damage or shorted service time to it. Pull the switch trigger to light up the lamp. The lamp keeps on lighting while the switch trigger is being pulled. The lamp goes out 10 -15 seconds after releasing the trigger. • 1 NOTE: 1. Lamp • • • • ASSEMBLY • Use a dry cloth to wipe the dirt off the lens of lamp. Be careful not to scratch the lens of lamp, or it may lower the illumination.
006192 3 1 Match the direction of the arrow on the blade to that of the arrow on the wheels. 4 2 1. 2. 3. 4. Blade Bearing Upper holder Lower holder 006193 3 2 1 4 1. 2. 3. 4. Upper holder Lower holder Wheel Press Position the blade around the wheels and insert the other side of the blade within the upper holder and lower holder until the blade back contacts the bottom of the upper holder and lower holder.
OPERATION 007316 It is important to keep at least two teeth in the cut. Select the proper cutting position for your workpiece by referring to the figure. 004747 007301 Hold the tool by both hands as shown in the figure with the stopper plate contacting the workpiece and the blade clear of the workpiece. Turn the tool on and wait until the blade attains full speed. Gently lower the blade into the cut. The weight of the tool or slightly pressing the tool will supply adequate pressure for the cutting.
MAINTENANCE • CAUTION: Always be sure that the tool is switched off and the battery cartridge is removed before attempting to perform inspection or maintenance. Cleaning After use, remove wax, chips and dust from the tool, wheel tires and blade. • • 004750 CAUTION: Never use solvents such as turpentine, gasoline, lacquer, etc. to clean plastic parts. Wax and chips on the tires may cause the blade to slip and come off unexpectedly. Use a dry cloth to remove wax and chips from the tires.
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.
Makita Corporation Anjo, Aichi, Japan 884663-224
