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To prevent the switch trigger from being accidentally
pulled, a lock-off button is provided. To start the tool,
press in the lock-off button and pull the switch trigger.
Release the switch trigger to stop.
WARNING :
•NEVER use tool without a fully operative switch
trigger. Any tool with an inoperative switch is
HIGHLY DANGEROUS and must be repaired
before further usage.
•For your safety, this tool is equipped with a lock-off
button which prevents the tool from unintended
starting. NEVER use the tool if it runs when you
simply pull the switch trigger without pressing the
lock-off button. Return tool to a Makita service
center for proper repairs BEFORE further usage.
•NEVER tape down or defeat purpose and function
of lock-off button.

Electric brake

This tool is equipped with an electric blade brake. If the
tool consistently fails to quickly stop blade after switch
trigger release, have tool serviced at a Makita service
center.
The blade brake system is not a substitute for blade
guard. NEVER USE TOOL WITHOUT A FUNCTIONING
BLADE GUARD. SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY CAN
RESULT.

Lighting up the lamps

CAUTION:
•This is not a rainproof light. Do not wash the light in
water or use it in a rain or a wet area. Such a
conduct can cause an electric shock and fume.
•Do not touch the lens of the light, as it is very hot
while it is lighted or shortly after it is turned off. This
may cause a burn to a human body.
•Do not apply impact to the light, which may cause
damage or shorted service time to it.
•Do not keep casting the beam of the light to your
eyes. This can cause your eyes to be hurt.
•Do not cover the light with clothes, carton,
cardboard or similar objects while it is lighted,
which can cause a fire or an ignition.
Push the upper position of the switch for turning on the
light and the lower position for off.
Move the light to shift an area of lighting.
NOTE:
•Use a dry cloth to wipe the dirt off the lens of lamp.
Be careful not to scratch the lens of light, or it may
lower the illumination.
ASSEMBLY
CAUTION:
•Always be sure that the tool is switched off and
unplugged before carrying out any work on the tool.

Installing or removing saw blade

CAUTION:
•Always be sure that the tool is switched off and
unplugged before installing or removing the blade.
•Use only the Makita socket wrench provided to
install or remove the blade. Failure to do so may
result in overtightening or insufficient tightening of
the hex bolt. This could cause an injury.
Lock the handle in the raised position by pushing in the
stopper pin.
1. Lock-off button
2. Switch trigger
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1. Light switch
1. Light
2. Light switch
1. Stopper pin
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