Makita 2708 User manual

Table Saw
Arbor hole
210 mm (8-114") MODEL 2708
Table size
Cuttingcapacities
Blade
diameter
9 0" 45" (W x L)
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
SPEC I F ICATIONS
210" 64 mm 41 mm 660 mm x 460 mm
5/8" I (8-1/4") 1 (2-1/2") I (1-5/8") 1 (26") x (1 8-1/8")
Noloadspeed I Dimensions (L x W x HI I Net weight
1 17 kg (37.5 Ibs)
1
460 mm x 660 mm x 375 mm
(18-1/8') x 126") x (14-3/4")
4,500 R/min.
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Manufacturer reserves the righttochange specifications of parts andaccessories wlthout notice.
Note: Specifications of parts and accessories may differ fromcountry tocountry.

BEFORE CONNECTING YOUR TOOL
TO A POWER SOURCE
Be sure you have read all
GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY RULES
GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
1. KNOW YOUR POWER TOOL. Read the owner’s manual carefully. Learn the
tools applications and limitations, as well as the specific potential hazards
peculiarto
it.
2. KEEP GUARDS IN PLACEand inworking order.
3. REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES. Form habit of checking to see
that keysand adjusting wrenches are removedfrom tool before turning
it on.
4. KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas and benches invite accidents.
5. DON’T USE IN DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT. Don’t use power tools in damp
or wet locations, or expose them to rain. Keepwork area well lighted.
6. KEEP CHILDREN AWAY. All visitors should be kept safe distance from work
area.
7. MAKE WORKSHOP CHILD PROOF with padlocks, master switches, or by
removingstarter keys.
8. DON’T FORCE TOOL. It will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it
was designed.
9. USE RIGHT TOOL. Don’t force tool or attachment to do a job for which it was
designed. Don’t usetool for purpose not intended;for example, don’t use cir-
cular saw for cutting tree limbs or logs.
10. WEAR PROPER APPAREL. No loose clothing, gloves, neckties, rings,
bracelets, or other jewelry to get caught in moving parts. Nonslipfootwear
is
recommended. Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair.
11. ALWAYS USE SAFETY GLASSES. Also use face or dust mask if cutting oper-
ation is dusty. Everyday eyeglasses only have impact resistant lenses, they
are NOT safety glasses.
12. SECURE WORK. Use clamps or a vise to hold work when practical. It’s safer
than using your hand and
it frees both handsto operatetool.
13. DON’T OVERREACH. Keepproper footing and balanceat all times.
14. MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep tools sharp and clean for best and
safest performance. Follow instructions for lubricating and changing acces-
sories.
15. DISCONNECT TOOLS before servicing; when changing accessories such as
bladesor adjusting guides.
16. REDUCETHE RISK
OF UNINTENTIONAL STARTING. Makesure switch is in off
position before plugging in.
17. USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. Consult the owner’s manual for rec-
ommended accessories. The use of improper accessories may cause risk of
injury to persons.
18. NEVER STAND ON TOOL. Serious injury could occur if the tool is tipped or if
the cutting tool is accidentally contacted.
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19. CHECK DAMAGED PARTS. Before further use of the tool, a guard or other
part that is damaged should be carefully checked
to ensure that it will oper-
ate properly and perform its intended function
- check for alignment of mov-
ing parts, binding
of moving parts, breakage of parts, mounting, and any
other conditions that may affect its operation. A guard or other part that is
damaged should be properly repaired or replaced.
20. DIRECTION OF FEED. Feed works into a blade against the direction of rota-
tion of the blade only.
21. NEVER LEAVE TOOL RUNNING UNATTENDED. TURN POWER OFF. Don’t
leavetool until
it comesto a complete stop.
22. PROPER GROUNDING. This tool should be groundedwhile in use to protect
the operator from electric shock.
23. EXTENSION CORDS. Use only three-wire extension cords which have
three-prong grounding-type plugs and three-pole receptacles which accept
the tool’s plug. Replace or repair damaged or worn cord immediately.
Make sure your extension cord is in good condition. When using an exten-
sion cord, be sure to use one heavy enough to carry the current your product
will draw. An undersizedcord will cause adropinlinevoltageresultingin
loss
of power and overheating. Table 1 shows the correct size to use depending
on cord length and nameplate ampere rating. If in doubt, use the next heav-
ier gauge. The smaller the gauge number, the heavierthe cord.
18
18
16
14
1
16 16 14
16 14 12
16 14 12
12
Not recommended
rable 1. MINIMUM
Ampere Rating
More Not More
Than Than
0-6
6 - 10
10 - 12
12 - 16
3AUGE FOR CORD SETS
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Total Length of Cord in Feet
VOLTAGE WARNING: Beforeconnectingthe tool toa powersource(receptacle,out-
let, etc.) besure the voltage supplied isthe same as that specified on the nameplate
of the tool. A power sourcewith voltage greater than that specified for the tool can
result inSERIOUS INJURY to the user
- as well as damage to the tool. If in doubt,
DO NOT PLUG IN THE TOOL. Using a power source with voltage less than the
nameplate rating is harmfulto the motor.
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G RO UNDING INSTRUCTI 0 NS
ALL GROUNDED, CORD-CONNECTEDTOOLS:
In the event of a malfunction or
breakdown, groundingprovidesa path of least resistancefor electric current to
reducethe risk of electric shock. This toolisequipped withan electric cord hav-
ing an equipment-groundingconductor and a groundingplug. The plugmust be
pluggedintoa matching outlet that isproperlyinstalledand grounded
in accord-
ance with all local codes and ordinances.
Do not modify the plug provided
- if it will not fii theoutlet, havethe proper outlet
installed by a qualified electrician.
Improperconnection of the equipment-groundingconductor can result in a risk
of electric shock. The conductor with insulation havingan outer surface that is
green with or without yellow stripes is
the equipment-groundingconductor. If
repair or replacement of the electric cord or plug is necessary, do not connect
the equipment-groundingconductor to a live terminal.
Check witha qualifiedelectricianor serviceman
if the grounding instructions are
not completely understood, or if in doubt as to whether the tool is properly
grounded.
Grounded, cord-connected tools intended for use on a supply circuit having a
nominalrating less than
150 volts: This tool isintendedfor use on a circuit that
hasan outlet that
looks like the one illustrated in FigureA. The tool hasaground-
ingplugthat lookslikethe plug illustrated
in FigureA. A temporary adapter, which
looks likethe adapter illustrated
in Figure B and C, may be used to connect this
plug to a 2-pole receptacleas shown
in Figure B if a properly grounded outlet
is not available. The temporary adapter should be used only until a properly
groundedoutlet can be installedby a qualifiedelectrician. The green-coloredrigid
ear, lug, etc. extending from the adapter must be connected to a permanent
ground such as a properly grounded outlet box.
GROUNDING METHODS
FIG. A
FIG. B FIG. C
- Cover of Grounded -
Outlet Box
Grounding Pin
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Grounding
Means

ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES FOR TABLE SAW
1. ALWAYS use guard, spreader and anti-kickbackfingers on all "thru-sawing"
operations. Thru-sawingoperations are those when the blade cuts complete-
ly through the work piece as in ripping or cross cutting.
2. ALWAYS hold the work firmly against the miter gage or fence.
3. ALWAYS use a push stick for rippingnarrow stock. Refer toripping applica-
tions in instruction manual where push stick is covered
in detail.
4. NEVER perform any operation "free-hand" which means using your hands
tosupport or guidethe work piece. Always use either the fence or the miter
gauge to position and guide the work.
5. NEVER stand or haveany part of your body in line withthe pathof the saw
blade.
6. NEVER reachbehind or over the cuttingtool witheither handfor any reason.
7. MOVE the rip fence out of the way when cross cutting.
8. NEVER use the fence as a cut-off gauge when cross cutting.
9. NEVER attempt tofree a stalled saw blade without first turning the saw OFF.
IO. PROVIDE adequate support tothe rear and sides of the saw table for wide
or long workpieces.
11. AVOID KICKBACKS (work thrown back toward you) by keeping blade sharp,
keeping rip fence parallel to the saw blade, keeping spreader and anti-
kickback fingers and guard in place and operating,
by not releasing work
before it is pushed all the way past the saw blade, and by not ripping work
that is twisted or warped or does not have a straight edge to guide along
the fence.
12. AVOID awkward operations and hand positions where a sudden slip could
cause your hand to move into the cutting tool.
13. Attach thistool withscrews either tothe optional stand or toasteady stand
or bench with good chip ejection.
14. Cutting wood with concrete or sand on it, or containing old nails, not only
dulls the saw blade; the blade may be damaged and even break, causing
a serious injury. Clean all stock of nails and adhering material beforehand.
15. Keepyour hands away fromthe line of cut. Be especially careful with bevel
cuts.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
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ASSEMBLY PROCEDURE
The tool is shipped from the factory with the saw blade and safety guide not in the instal-
led condition. Assemble as follows.
CAUTION Always unplugthe tool beforeassembly.
INSTALLING SAW BLADE
Remove the center cover on the table. Grip
the outer flange with wrench
22; loosen
the hex nut with wrench 19 and remove
the outer flange. (See arrows inphoto).
Assemble the inner flange, blade, outer
flange and hex nut onto the arbor, making
sure the teeth of the blade are pointing
down at the front of the table.
CAUTIONS:
Keep the flange surface clean of dirt or
other adhering matter;
it could cause blade
slippage. Be sure that the blade
is installed
so that the teeth are aligned in the cutting
(turning)direction.
To secure the blade in place, attach wrench
22 to outer flange, then tighten hex nut
with wrench
19.
Outer flange
____ k---
Hex nut
--1 Inner flange Saw blade
, ..- ,
ATTENTION: Be sure to grip hex nut carefully with the wrench. A serious injury can
be sustained, if your grip should slip, the wrench come off the nut, and
your hand strike the sharp blade edges.
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The spreader installing location is factory-
adjusted.
INSTALLING BLADE GUARD
The antikick devicehpreader on the safety
guide fits in between the safety guide in-
stallation portion and the retainer plate be-
hind the saw blade on the back side of the
table.
Tighten only temporarily the hex socket
head bolt on the safety guide installing por-
tion. Check to be sure that the saw blade
and spreader are on
a straight line. If they
are not, use one or more of the adjust
washers provided on either side to obtain
the saw bladehpreader alignment.
NOTE
: If the blade and spreader are not aligned properly, a dangerous pinch can result
when contact
is made with the materials.MAKE SURE THEY ARE PROPERLY
ALIGNED.
There must be
a clearance of 12.7 mm
(1/2") or
less betweenthe spreader and the
blade teeth. Adjust the spreader according-
ly before securing tightly the hex socket
head bolt. Attach the center cover on the
table, then check to
see that the safety
guide works smooth.
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INSTALLATION
Secure the table saw so that it will not
move during operation. Bolt or screw the
cabinet to
a bench (see 4 hole'sinthe base)
or secure legs with screws.
Leave more than
30 cm (1 2") clearance
between the table and
a wall to allow chip
ejection.
9.62"
1244.3
mm)
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I 15 26"
l(387 6 mm)
13.14"
(333.8
mml Hole diameter
5/16" 18 mml
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CUTTING DEPTH ADJUSTMENT
The cutting depth is obtained by raisingor
lowering the blade with the elevating knob;
Move left to lower, right to raise
it. The
cutting depth indicator
tells you the depth
of cut by the arrow pointer.
NOTE: Use
a shallow depth setting when
cutting thin materials in order to
obtain
a cleaner cut.
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FOR BEVEL CUTS
Raise the lock lever for bevel cuts to
release
it, then swing the blade with the
elevating knob until
it reaches the desired
angle from zero to
45 degrees.The bevel is
indicated by the arrow pointer. After the
desired angle setting
is reached, then lock
the lock lever by pressing down firmly to
secure inplace.
WARNING: The lock lever must be
se-
cured very firmly or opera-
tioncan be very dangerous.
STOPPER ADJUSTMENT
Loosen the stopper hex socket head bolt
and align the arrow pointer tozero and
45
degrees. Then slide the stopper and secure
the stopper in place carefully with the hex
socket head bolt.
RIP FENCE ADJUSTMENT
Adjust the rip fence whenever it moves
only with difficulty, sticks, or is too loose.
Leave the ruler-attaching hex bolt and
underplate hex bolt in the semi-secured
condition. Then install the rip fence on
table and secure lock knob when the rip
fence
is parallel with the blade. Nowsecure
the ruler-attachinghex bolt carefully.
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Bring the ruler underplate flush up against
the rail inside, then fasten the hex bolt
attaching the underplate very securely.
ADJUSTING FOR ZERO SETTING
Bring the rip fence upflush against the side
of the blade and loosen the screw. Then
align the arrow with the zero indication on
the table scale before tightening the screw.
KEY SAFETY SWITCH
Press the ON pushbotton switch to put the
table saw on; press the OFF button to put
it off.
This machinecan only be switched on after
the key
is pressed in the switch. When not
in use, take off the key and the machine
should be both
"OFF" and unplugged.
The key can be removed with the switch
in the "ON" condition, and the tool may
be switched
off without the key.
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Hex bolt -attaching
d under date
\ Ruler under date I
WARNING:
Be sure that the blade
is not contacting the wood before switching on.
When switching off, do not attempt to stop the blade by pressingon the side of the blade
with some object.
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CUTTING OPERATIONS
To assure safe cutting operations, familiarize yourself thoroughly with the following
safety rules and the cautions indicated
at the beginning.
1. switch on the saw only after making sure that nothing (wood, material, etc.) is con-
tacting the saw blade.
2. Wait until the blade attainstop speed beforefeeding the material.
3. Feed as slow as possible when cutting hard material.
4. Avoid abrupt, fast feeds.
5. Do not bend or twist materialwhile feeding.
6. Never perform any operation "free-hand" usingonly your hands to support or guide
the workpiece. Use either the rip fence or the miter gauge to position or guide work
at all times.
7. Always replacethe blade guard with spreader after removing them for some reason.
8. Do not stand or have any part of your body in line with the path of the saw blade.
9. Never place your fingers or hand inthe path of the sawblade, dado head or other cut-
tingtool.
10. Switch off saw immediately and disconnect ifthe blade stops or stalls.
11. Do not reach over or behind the moving blade for any reason.
12.
Do not removecut-off material while the saw is running.
Do not hold, touch or removefree end until blade has stopped.
13.
Do not attempt to remove scraps or small pieces of wood by hand from between
guard/blade. First, switch off, then use a stick to remove them.
14. Neverwear gloves when operatingthe tool.
WORK HELPERS
Push sticks, push blocksor auxiliary fence are types of "work helpers."Use them to make
safe, sure cuts without the need for the operator to contact the blade with any part of
the bodv.
Push Stick
A push stick can be easily made from a piece of plywood 3/4" to 1" thick.
(38 mml
Cut out the hatched area on the stick and smooth edges with a file. H dimensionshould
be
less than 1/2" (12.7 mm) so as to be thinner than workpiece.
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Push Block
Use a 3/4" piece of plywood.
h 12'
W
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Handleshould be incenterof plywood piece. Fastenwith glue and wood screws as shown.
Small piece
(3/8" x 5/16" x 2") of wood must always be gluedtoplywood to keep saw
blade from dulling if operator cuts into push block by mistake. (Never use nails inpush
block
. )
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Auxiliary Fence
Make auxiliary fence from 3/8" and 3/4"
plywoodpieces.
1-1 /2"
Faceledge
parallel
Fasten
with glue and wood screw.
Wood Facing (Rip Fence)
A wood facing should be used for opera-
tions when blade comes close to fence.
Wood facing for rip fence should be same
size as fence.
Make sure bottom of facing is flush with
table surface.
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Auxiliary Wood Facing(Miter Gauge)
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To prevent a longboard from wobbling, fit
the miter gauge with an auxiliary fence
board. Fasten with boltdnuts after drilling
holes, but fasteners must not protrude
from the face board,
Featherboard
The diagram shown illustrates dimensions
for making a typicalfeatherboard. Itshould
be made from
a straight piece of wood
thats free of knots or cracks.
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- Kerf should be
7 about 114" apart
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Miter Gauge
Use the miter gauge for the 4 types of cutting shown below.
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I CROSS CUTTING MITERING BEVELCUTTING COMPOUND MITERING (ANGLES)
CAUT IONS
1. Remove the rip fence from the table.
2. Secure the knob on miter gauge carefully.
3. Avoid creep of workpiece and gauge by firm workholding arrangement, especially
4. When cutting longor large workpieces, always use a work support inside.
when cutting
at an angle.
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Use of Miter Gauge
Slide the miter gauge intothe thick grooves
in the table. Loosen the knob on the gauge
and align to desired angle
(0 to 60'). Bring
stock flush up against fence and feed
gently forward into the blade.
Rip Fence
The ripfence
is used for ripping, bevel rippingand rabbetingoperations.
CAUTIONS
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
Remove miter gauge from table.
Secure the adjustingknobtightly on the fence.
Always use
a push block or stick when there is a danger that your fingers (hand)will
come close to the blade.
Use
a work support inback whenever cutting longor large workpieces.
Fence should be parallelwith the blade at all times.
Spreader should be parallelwith the saw blade.
Is the anti-kickback device ingood working operation?
Use of Rip Fence
The rip fence permitsrepetitivecutsof the
same width or parallel cuts,
as desired.
Loosen the lock knob on the ripfence and
insert the rail slot for
it in the table. Then
align the arrow on the rip fence with the
scale on the table in terms of the desired
cutting width. Now tighten the lock knob
on the ripfence to hold
it inplace.
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Ripping
Ripping is the lengthwise cutting of a
board.
*When rippingstock over
6” wide:
Feed the work forward with the hand on
the rip fence side. Use the other handto
hold the work in position against the rip
fence.
Always use
a push stick for this type of
workpiece.
*When ripping stock
2-1/2” - 6” wide:
*When rippingstock
less than 2-1/2” wide:
The push stick will strike the guard, so an
auxiliary fence and push block must be
used. Clamp auxiliary fence to rip fence
intwo locations.
When workpiece reaches position
1” in-
side the table, rest push block on it and
feed through untilcut is completed.
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Featherboards
A "featherboard" or "fingerboard" is a jig made from a board cut off at an angle of 60
degrees. A series of parallel cuts
is made part way through the board. Boardshould be
a straight piece with no knots or cracks (see photo). Featherboardsshould be used for
any operation in which workpiece
is not sawed all the way through (and the saw blade
guard is therefore removed.).
Hold the featherboard
as a sort of "spring stick" horizontal hold down to press the work
firmly against the fence during the pass.
Use of featherboard
1. Switch off tool beforeoperation.
2. Set featherboard with clamps
so as to
hold stock firmly against workpiece. Be
sure of positive attachment.
3. "Fingers" prevent work from being
thrown back. Perform a trial to be sure
they will stop a kickback.
Do not use featherboards for non-thru-
sawing operations with which the miter
gauge
is employed. Re-install blade guard
whenever thefeatherboard work
is finished.
"C clamps' Feafherboard
Rabbeting
Rabbeting is the cutting away of a section from the corner of the workpiece. It can be
done across the end or the entire length of
the stock.
The blade guard should be removed to perform rabbet cuts which do not go
all the way
through the workpiece.
How to perform rabbeting
1. Remove bladeguard.
2. Attach auxiliary fence to rip fence for cuts that run the length of the stock. Facing
should be
as high as the workpiece is wide. Adjust fence and blade to desireddimen-
sions.
3. Firstcut: Hold board flat on table as inordinary ripping.
4. Second cut: Set workpiece on its edge.
(Use featherboards, push stick, push
block and
so on, using precautions,
safety rules and guidelines for ripping
or relatedwork.)
5. For end-type rabbeting, if the work-
piece
is less than 10-1/2" wide, rest the
wood flat on the table against the miter
gauge (withwood facing). The ripfence
should not be used.
6. After rabbeting is completed, immedi-
ately re-installthe bladeguard as before.
Rabett
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MAINTENANCE
CAUTION :
Always be sure that the tool is switched off and unpluggedbefore attempting to perform
inspection and maintenance.
Replacingcarbon brushes
Remove and check the carbon brushes
regularly. Replace when they wear down
to the limit mark. Keep the carbon brushes
clean and free to slip in the holders. Both
carbon brushes should be replaced
at the
same time. Use only Makita carbon brushes.
Lower saw blade
as far as possible with
the elevating knob; free lock lever and
secure at point at which you can insert
screwdriver through window of cutting
/ Limit mark
Screwdriver
-
Remove the carbon brush and replace with
new one.
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CLEANING
Clean out sawdust and chips from time totime. Do not allow them to enter safety guide
or inside where there are movingparts.
LUB R ICAT I ON
Take keep the table saw intip-toprunningcondition, and to assure maximumservice life,
grease the moving parts and rotating parts from time to time. Lubrication places: and
rotating partsfrom time to time. Lubrication places:
0 Around elevationscrew
0 Framewindow and holes
Frame turning shaft
0 Link holes
TOOL STORAGE POCKET
The table saw comes with a special tool
storage pocket in the base.
It is a con-
venient place to keep the small fittings and
so on that are standard equipped.
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.
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ACCESSORIES
CAUTION :
These accessories or attachments are recommended for use with your Makita tool specified in this
manual. The use of any other accessoriesor attachments might present
a risk of injury to persons. The
accessories or attachments should be used only in the proper and intended manner
.TABLE SAW STAND (Part No. 122251-6)
Set the stays below and assemble the legs
inside. Secure with cup square neck bolts
and nuts. Then attach rubber caps to
back of legs.
NOW
set the saw on top of the assembled
stand and secure with
4 hex bolts, flat
washers and hex nuts.
Always secure stand with screws to the
floor or surface.
Use 3/8" screws to secure (same proce-
dure as indicated on p. 8).
CAUTION: This
is a special stand built precisely for this Makita table saw. Do not
attach or
set on other types.
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.HOLDER SET COMPONENTS
(Part No. 191452-7)
Convenient to attach for holding large
materials (either side and/or front and
back).
They are attached by clamps to the back
of the table and secured with panhead
screws.
NOTE:
Never attempt to move the table saw by
gripping these holders. Lift the table
itself.
.SUB-TABLE SET
NOTE :
A table saw stand (optionalaccessory) is necessary for installingthe sub-tables.
Sub-table
(R)
Part No. 122405-5
Sub-table (L)
Part No. 122406-3
Subtable IL) Sub table R
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