Use and Care Manual

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3. Slide the rip fence to the desired cutting radius,
andtightenthebolttosecureitinplace.Thenmovethe
base all the way forward.
NOTE:AlwaysusejigsawbladesNo.B-17,B-18,
B-26 or B-27 when cutting circles or arcs.
Anti-splintering device
Optional accessory
CAUTION: The anti-splintering device cannot
be used when making bevel cuts.
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2
►1. Base 2. Anti-splintering device
For splinter-free cuts, the anti-splintering device can
beused.Toinstalltheanti-splinteringdevice,movethe
toolbaseallthewayforwardandtitfromthebackof
tool base.
When you use the cover plate, install the anti-splintering
device onto the cover plate.
Cover plate
Optional accessory
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2
►1. Cover plate 2. Base
Use the cover plate when cutting decorative veneers,
plastics, etc. It protects sensitive or delicate surfaces
from damage. Fit it on the back of the tool base.
Guide rail adapter set
Optional accessory
When cutting parallel and uniform width or cutting
straight, the use of the guide rail and the guide rail
adapter will assure the production of fast and clean
cuts.Toinstalltheguiderailadapter,inserttherule
bar into the square hole of the base as far as it goes.
Secure the bolt with the hex wrench securely.
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►1. Hex wrench 2. Rule bar
Insert the rule bar into the square hole of the guide rail
adapter,andsecurethescrewrmly.Placetheguide
rail adapter on the guide rail.
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2
3
►1. Guide rail adapter 2. Guide rail 3. Screw
NOTICE: Always use blades No. B-8, B-13, B-16, B-17
or 58 when using the guide rail and the guide rail adapter.
MAINTENANCE
CAUTION: Always be sure that the tool is
switched off and the battery cartridge is removed
before attempting to perform inspection or
maintenance.
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.