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twisting will be produced, causing the blade to snap
dangerously.
•Always wear gloves to protect your hands from hot flying
chips when cutting metal.
•Be sure to always wear suitable eye protection which
conforms with current national standards.
•Always use a suitable coolant (cutting oil) when cutting
metal. Failure to do so will cause premature blade wear.
Press the shoe firmly against the workpiece. Do not allow the
tool to bounce. Bring the blade into light contact with the
workpiece. First, make a pilot groove using a slower speed.
Then use a faster speed to continue cutting.
MAINTENANCE CAUTION:
•Always be sure that the tool is switched off and
unplugged before attempting to perform inspection or
maintenance.
To maintain product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs, car-
bon brush inspection and replacement, any other mainte-
nance or adjustment should be performed by Makita
Authorized or Factory Service Centers, always using Makita
replacement parts.
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.
•Recipro saw blades
•Plastic carrying case
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