Use and Care Manual

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Hex wrench is stored on the tool. To remove hex wrench,
just pull it out.
To install hex wrench, place it on the grip and insert it as
far as it will go.
Removing or installing saw blade
CAUTION:
• Do not use saw blades which do not comply with
the characteristics specified in these instructions.
• Use only saw blades which are rated for at least
5,200/min.
• Be sure the blade is installed with teeth pointing up
at the front of the tool.
• Use only the Makita wrench to install or remove the
blade.
To remove the blade, push in the lock-off button to
unlock the upper limit stopper.
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Turn the locking lever to lock the saw head for replacing
a blade.
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With the lock-off button depressed and the locking lever
turned, lower the handle so that the lock pin fits in the
groove formed by the locking lever and the depth guide
with scale plate. Make sure that the lock pin fits in the
groove.
Press the shaft lock fully so that the blade cannot
revolve and use the wrench to loosen the hex bolt
counterclockwise. Then remove the hex bolt, outer
flange and blade.
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To install the blade, follow the removal procedure in
reverse. BE SURE TO TIGHTEN THE HEX BOLT
CLOCKWISE SECURELY.
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Dust bag (accessory)
CAUTION:
• Before use, make sure that the dust bag is
positioned so that it does not contact workpiece
during operation.
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To attach the dust bag, fit it onto the dust port. If the dust
bag becomes an obstacle to your work, turn the dust
port to change the dust bag position.
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1. Fastener
1. Dust port
2. Dust bag
1. Hex bolt
2. Outer flange
3. Saw blade
4. Inner flange
1. Hex wrench
2. Shaft lock
1. Locking lever
1. Lock-off button
2. Locking lever