Adjusting depth of cut
Loosen the lever on the depth guide and move the base up or down. At the desired depth of cut, secure the base by tightening the lever.
CAUTION:
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Use a shallow depth of cut when cutting thin workpiece for cleaner, safer cuts. 
After adjusting the depth of cut, always tighten the lever securely.
Sighting
When cutting, align the left side of notch in the front of the base with your cutting line on the workpiece.
Dust collection
CAUTION:
Never cut workpieces coveredbtained with thinner, gasoline, oil or the like. If the dust box
This tool is equipped with the dust box to | Dust cap |
collect dust and cut chips. For the best cut- | |
ting performance, empty the dust box each |
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time the battery cartridge is completely dis- |
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charged. Press the lever and open the dust |
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cap. Tip the rear of the tool down to empty |
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the dust box. |
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Cleaner cutting operations can be per- |
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formed by connecting this tool to Makita |
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vacuum cleaner. Remove the rubber cap |
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from the dust cap and connect the hose of | .,,_5.. |
vacuum cleaner to the dust cap. |
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