User Manual

12 ENGLISH
MAINTENANCE
CAUTION: Always be sure that the tool is
switched off and the battery cartridge is removed
before attempting to perform inspection or
maintenance.
CAUTION: Clean out the upper and lower
guards to ensure there is no accumulated metal
chips which may impede the operation of the
lower guarding system.Adirtyguardingsystem
maylimittheproperoperationwhichcouldresultin
seriouspersonalinjury.When using compressed
air to blow metal chips out of the guards, wear a
proper eye and breathing protection.
CAUTION: After each use, clean up the inside
of the dust box and wipe off the saw dust on the
tool.Finemetallicdustmaycomeinsidethetooland
causemalfunctionorare.
NOTICE: Never use gasoline, benzine, thinner,
alcohol or the like. Discoloration, deformation or
cracks may result.
To maintain product SAFETY and RELIABILITY,
repairs,anyothermaintenanceoradjustmentshould
beperformedbyMakitaAuthorizedorFactoryService
Centers,alwaysusingMakitareplacementparts.
Inspecting the circular saw blade
• Check the circular saw blade carefully for cracks
or damage before and after each use. Replace a
cracked or damaged circular saw blade immediately.
• Replace with a new circular saw blade as soon
as it no longer cuts effectively. Continuing to
useadullcircularsawblademaycauseadanger-
ous kickback and/or motor overload.
• Circular saw blades for metal cutter cannot be
re-sharpened.
OPTIONAL
ACCESSORIES
CAUTION: These accessories or attachments
are recommended for use with your Makita tool
specied 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regard-
ingtheseaccessories,askyourlocalMakitaService
Center.
• Carbide-tipped circular saw blades
• Rip fence (Guide rule)
• Clamping screw
• Hook
• Hex wrench
• Safetygoggles
• Makitagenuinebatteryandcharger
NOTE:Someitemsinthelistmaybeincludedinthe
toolpackageasstandardaccessories.Theymay
differfromcountrytocountry.