Makita DLS600 User manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Cordless Compound Miter Saw
DLS600
ENGLISH: Original instructions
Read before use.

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SPECIFICATIONS
Model: DLS600
Blade diameter 165 mm
Hole (arbor) diameter 20 mm
Max. miter angle Left 52°, Right 52°
Max. bevel angle Left 45° (46° when using release lever),
Right 45° (46° when using release lever)
No load speed 5,000 min-1
Laser type
Red Laser 650 nm, Maximum output 1.6mW ( Laser Class 2M )
Dimensions (L x W x H) 340 mm x 400 mm x 440 mm
Rated voltage D.C. 18 V
Standard battery cartridge BL1815N / BL1820 / BL1820B / BL1830 / BL1830B / BL1840 /
BL1840B / BL1850 / BL1850B / BL1860B
Charger DC18RC / DC18RD / DC18SD / DC18SE / DC18SF
Net weight 6.3 - 6.6 kg
Max. Cutting capacities (H x W) with blade 165 mm
Miter angle Bevel angle
45° (left) 0° 45° (right)
0° 30 mm x 92 mm 46 mm x 92 mm 15 mm x 92 mm
45° (left and right) 30 mm x 65 mm 46 mm x 65 mm 15 mm x 65 mm
• Duetoourcontinuingprogramofresearchanddevelopment,thespecicationshereinaresubjecttochange
without notice.
• Specicationsandbatterycartridgemaydifferfromcountrytocountry.
• Theweightmaydifferdependingontheattachment(s),includingthebatterycartridge.Thelightestandheavi-
estcombination,accordingtoEPTA-Procedure01/2014,areshowninthetable.
Symbols
Thefollowingshowthesymbolsusedfortheequip-
ment. Be sure that you understand their meaning before
use.
Read instruction manual.
Toavoidinjuryfromyingdebris,keep
holding the saw head down, after making
cuts, until the blade has come to a com-
plete stop.
Donotplacehandorngersclosetothe
blade.
Never look into the laser beam. Direct laser
beammayinjureyoureyes.
Ni-MH
Li-ion
Only for EU countries
Donotdisposeofelectricequipmentor
battery pack together with household waste
material!
In observance of the European Directives,
on Waste Electric and Electronic
EquipmentandBatteriesandAccumulators
andWasteBatteriesandAccumulators
and their implementation in accordance
withnationallaws,electricequipmentand
batteries and battery pack(s) that have
reached the end of their life must be col-
lected separately and returned to an envi-
ronmentally compatible recycling facility.
Intended use
Thetoolisintendedforaccuratestraightandmiter
cutting in wood. With appropriate saw blades, aluminum
can also be sawed.
Do not use the saw to cut other than wood, aluminum or
similar materials.
Noise
ThetypicalA-weightednoiseleveldeterminedaccord-
ing to EN62841:
Sound pressure level (LpA):90dB(A)
Sound power level (LWA):97dB(A)
Uncertainty(K):3dB(A)
WARNING: Wear ear protection.
Vibration
Thevibrationtotalvalue(tri-axialvectorsum)deter-
mined according to EN62841:
Vibration emission (ah) : 2.5 m/s2or less
Uncertainty (K) : 1.5 m/s2
NOTE: Thedeclaredvibrationemissionvaluehasbeen
measured in accordance with the standard test method
and may be used for comparing one tool with another.
NOTE: Thedeclaredvibrationemissionvaluemay
also be used in a preliminary assessment of exposure.

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WARNING:Thevibrationemissionduringactual
use of the power tool can differ from the declared
emission value depending on the ways in which the
tool is used.
WARNING: Be sure to identify safety measures
to protect the operator that are based on an estima-
tion of exposure in the actual conditions of use (taking
account of all parts of the operating cycle such as
the times when the tool is switched off and when it is
running idle in addition to the trigger time).
EC Declaration of Conformity
For European countries only
TheECdeclarationofconformityisincludedasAnnexA
to this instruction manual.
SAFETY WARNINGS
General power tool safety warnings
WARNING: Read all safety warnings, instruc-
tions, illustrations and specications provided
with this power tool. Failure to follow all instructions
listedbelowmayresultinelectricshock,reand/or
seriousinjury.
Save all warnings and instruc-
tions for future reference.
Theterm"powertool"inthewarningsreferstoyour
mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated
(cordless) power tool.
Work area safety
1. Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or
dark areas invite accidents.
2. Do not operate power tools in explosive atmo-
spheres, such as in the presence of ammable
liquids, gases or dust. Power tools create sparks
which may ignite the dust or fumes.
3. Keep children and bystanders away while
operating a power tool. Distractions can cause
you to lose control.
Electrical Safety
1. Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never
modify the plug in any way. Do not use any
adapter plugs with earthed (grounded) power
tools. Unmodiedplugsandmatchingoutletswill
reduce risk of electric shock.
2. Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded
surfaces, such as pipes, radiators, ranges and
refrigerators.Thereisanincreasedriskofelec-
tric shock if your body is earthed or grounded.
3. Do not expose power tools to rain or wet con-
ditions. Water entering a power tool will increase
the risk of electric shock.
4. Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for
carrying, pulling or unplugging the power tool.
Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges
or moving parts. Damaged or entangled cords
increase the risk of electric shock.
5. When operating a power tool outdoors, use an
extension cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of
a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of
electric shock.
6. If operating a power tool in a damp location
is unavoidable, use a residual current device
(RCD) protected supply. Use of an RCD reduces
the risk of electric shock.
7. Power tools can produce electromagnetic
elds (EMF) that are not harmful to the user.
However, users of pacemakers and other similar
medical devices should contact the maker of their
device and/or doctor for advice before operating
this power tool.
Personal Safety
1. Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use
common sense when operating a power tool.
Do not use a power tool while you are tired or
under the inuence of drugs, alcohol or med-
ication.Amomentofinattentionwhileoperating
powertoolsmayresultinseriouspersonalinjury.
2. Use personal protective equipment. Always
wear eye protection.Protectiveequipmentsuch
as a dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat or
hearing protection used for appropriate conditions
willreducepersonalinjuries.
3. Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the
switch is in the off-position before connecting
to power source and/or battery pack, picking
up or carrying the tool. Carrying power tools with
yourngerontheswitchorenergisingpowertools
that have the switch on invites accidents.
4. Remove any adjusting key or wrench before
turning the power tool on.Awrenchorakeyleft
attached to a rotating part of the power tool may
resultinpersonalinjury.
5. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and
balance at all times.Thisenablesbettercontrol
of the power tool in unexpected situations.
6. Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or
jewellery. Keep your hair and clothing away
from moving parts.Looseclothes,jewelleryor
long hair can be caught in moving parts.
7. If devices are provided for the connection of
dust extraction and collection facilities, ensure
these are connected and properly used. Use of
dust collection can reduce dust-related hazards.
8. Do not let familiarity gained from frequent use
of tools allow you to become complacent and
ignore tool safety principles.Acarelessaction
cancausesevereinjurywithinafractionofa
second.
9. Always wear protective goggles to protect
your eyes from injury when using power tools.
The goggles must comply with ANSI Z87.1 in
the USA, EN 166 in Europe, or AS/NZS 1336
in Australia/New Zealand. In Australia/New
Zealand, it is legally required to wear a face
shield to protect your face, too.

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It is an employer's responsibility to enforce
the use of appropriate safety protective equip-
ments by the tool operators and by other per-
sons in the immediate working area.
Power tool use and care
1. Do not force the power tool. Use the correct
power tool for your application.Thecorrect
powertoolwilldothejobbetterandsaferatthe
rate for which it was designed.
2. Do not use the power tool if the switch does
not turn it on and off.Anypowertoolthatcannot
be controlled with the switch is dangerous and
must be repaired.
3. Disconnect the plug from the power source
and/or remove the battery pack, if detachable,
from the power tool before making any adjust-
ments, changing accessories, or storing power
tools. Such preventive safety measures reduce
the risk of starting the power tool accidentally.
4. Store idle power tools out of the reach of chil-
dren and do not allow persons unfamiliar with
the power tool or these instructions to operate
the power tool. Power tools are dangerous in the
hands of untrained users.
5. Maintain power tools and accessories. Check
for misalignment or binding of moving parts,
breakage of parts and any other condition that
may affect the power tool’s operation. If dam-
aged, have the power tool repaired before use.
Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained
power tools.
6. Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly
maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges
are less likely to bind and are easier to control.
7. Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits
etc. in accordance with these instructions, tak-
ing into account the working conditions and
the work to be performed. Use of the power tool
for operations different from those intended could
result in a hazardous situation.
8. Keep handles and grasping surfaces dry,
clean and free from oil and grease. Slippery
handles and grasping surfaces do not allow for
safe handling and control of the tool in unexpected
situations.
9. When using the tool, do not wear cloth work
gloves which may be entangled.Theentangle-
ment of cloth work gloves in the moving parts may
resultinpersonalinjury.
Battery tool use and care
1. Recharge only with the charger specied by
the manufacturer.Achargerthatissuitablefor
onetypeofbatterypackmaycreateariskofre
when used with another battery pack.
2. Use power tools only with specically desig-
nated battery packs. Use of any other battery
packsmaycreateariskofinjuryandre.
3. When battery pack is not in use, keep it away
from other metal objects, like paper clips,
coins, keys, nails, screws or other small metal
objects, that can make a connection from one
terminal to another. Shorting the battery termi-
nalstogethermaycauseburnsorare.
4.
Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected
from the battery; avoid contact. If contact acci-
dentally occurs, ush with water. If liquid con-
tacts eyes, additionally seek medical help.Liquid
ejectedfromthebatterymaycauseirritationorburns.
5. Do not use a battery pack or tool that is dam-
aged or modied.Damagedormodiedbatteries
may exhibit unpredictable behaviour resulting in
re,explosionorriskofinjury.
6. Do not expose a battery pack or tool to re or
excessive temperature.Exposuretoreortem-
perature above 130 °C may cause explosion.
7. Follow all charging instructions and do not
charge the battery pack or tool outside the
temperature range specied in the instruc-
tions. Charging improperly or at temperatures
outsidethespeciedrangemaydamagethe
batteryandincreasetheriskofre.
Service
1. Have your power tool serviced by a qualied
repair person using only identical replacement
parts.Thiswillensurethatthesafetyofthepower
tool is maintained.
2. Never service damaged battery packs. Service
of battery packs should only be performed by the
manufacturer or authorized service providers.
3. Follow instruction for lubricating and chang-
ing accessories.
Safety instructions for mitre saws
1. Mitre saws are intended to cut wood or wood-
like products, they cannot be used with abra-
sive cut-off wheels for cutting ferrous material
such as bars, rods, studs, etc.Abrasivedust
causes moving parts such as the lower guard to
jam.Sparksfromabrasivecuttingwillburnthe
lower guard, the kerf insert and other plastic parts.
2.
Use clamps to support the workpiece whenever
possible. If supporting the workpiece by hand,
you must always keep your hand at least 100
mm from either side of the saw blade. Do not
use this saw to cut pieces that are too small to
be securely clamped or held by hand. If your
hand is placed too close to the saw blade, there is
anincreasedriskofinjuryfrombladecontact.
3. The workpiece must be stationary and clamped
or held against both the fence and the table. Do
not feed the workpiece into the blade or cut "free-
hand" in any way. Unrestrained or moving work-
piecescouldbethrownathighspeeds,causinginjury.

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4. Never cross your hand over the intended line
of cutting either in front or behind the saw
blade.Supportingtheworkpiece"crosshanded"
i.e. holding the workpiece to the right of the saw
blade with your left hand or vice versa is very
dangerous.
5. Do not reach behind the fence with either hand
closer than 100 mm from either side of the saw
blade, to remove wood scraps, or for any other
reason while the blade is spinning.Theproxim-
ity of the spinning saw blade to your hand may not
beobviousandyoumaybeseriouslyinjured.
6. Inspect your workpiece before cutting. If the
workpiece is bowed or warped, clamp it with
the outside bowed face toward the fence.
Always make certain that there is no gap
between the workpiece, fence and table along
the line of the cut. Bent or warped workpieces
can twist or shift and may cause binding on the
spinningsawbladewhilecutting.Thereshouldbe
nonailsorforeignobjectsintheworkpiece.
7. Do not use the saw until the table is clear of all
tools, wood scraps, etc., except for the work-
piece. Small debris or loose pieces of wood or
otherobjectsthatcontacttherevolvingbladecan
be thrown with high speed.
8. Cut only one workpiece at a time. Stacked multi-
pleworkpiecescannotbeadequatelyclampedor
braced and may bind on the blade or shift during
cutting.
9. Ensure the mitre saw is mounted or placed on
a level, rm work surface before use. Alevel
andrmworksurfacereducestheriskofthemitre
saw becoming unstable.
10. Plan your work. Every time you change the
bevel or mitre angle setting, make sure the
adjustable fence is set correctly to support the
workpiece and will not interfere with the blade
or the guarding system. Without turning the tool
"ON"andwithnoworkpieceonthetable,move
the saw blade through a complete simulated cut to
assure there will be no interference or danger of
cutting the fence.
11. Provide adequate support such as table exten-
sions, saw horses, etc. for a workpiece that is
wider or longer than the table top. Workpieces
longer or wider than the mitre saw table can tip
if not securely supported. If the cut-off piece or
workpiece tips, it can lift the lower guard or be
thrown by the spinning blade.
12.
Do not use another person as a substitute for a
table extension or as additional support. Unstable
support for the workpiece can cause the blade to bind
or the workpiece to shift during the cutting operation
pulling you and the helper into the spinning blade.
13. The cut-off piece must not be jammed or
pressed by any means against the spinning
saw blade.Ifconned,i.e.usinglengthstops,the
cut-off piece could get wedged against the blade
and thrown violently.
14. Always use a clamp or a xture designed to
properly support round material such as rods
or tubing. Rods have a tendency to roll while
beingcut,causingthebladeto"bite"andpullthe
work with your hand into the blade.
15. Let the blade reach full speed before contact-
ing the workpiece.Thiswillreducetheriskofthe
workpiece being thrown.
16. If the workpiece or blade becomes jammed,
turn the mitre saw off. Wait for all moving
parts to stop and disconnect the plug from
the power source and/or remove the battery
pack. Then work to free the jammed material.
Continuedsawingwithajammedworkpiececould
cause loss of control or damage to the mitre saw.
17.
After nishing the cut, release the switch, hold
the saw head down and wait for the blade to stop
before removing the cut-off piece. Reaching with
your hand near the coasting blade is dangerous.
18. Hold the handle rmly when making an incom-
plete cut or when releasing the switch before
the saw head is completely in the down posi-
tion.Thebrakingactionofthesawmaycause
the saw head to be suddenly pulled downward,
causingariskofinjury.
19. Only use the saw blade with the diameter that
is marked on the tool or specied in the man-
ual. Use of an incorrectly sized blade may affect
the proper guarding of the blade or guard opera-
tionwhichcouldresultinseriouspersonalinjury.
20.
Only use the saw blades that are marked with a speed
equal or higher than the speed marked on the tool.
21. Do not use the saw to cut other than wood,
aluminum or similar materials.
22. (For European countries only)
Always use the blade which conforms to EN847-1.
Additional instructions
1. Make workshop kid proof with padlocks.
2. Never stand on the tool.Seriousinjurycould
occur if the tool is tipped or if the cutting tool is
unintentionally contacted.
3. Never leave the tool running unattended. Turn
the power off. Do not leave tool until it comes
to a complete stop.
4.
Do not operate saw without guards in place.
Check blade guard for proper closing before each
use. Do not operate saw if blade guard does not
move freely and close instantly. Never clamp or
tie the blade guard into the open position.
5. Keep hands out of path of saw blade. Avoid
contact with any coasting blade. It can still
cause severe injury.
6. Always secure all moving portions before
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7. Stopper pin which locks the cutter head down
is for carrying and storage purposes only and
not for any cutting operations.
8. Check the blade carefully for cracks or dam-
age before operation. Replace cracked or dam-
aged blade immediately. Gum and wood pitch
hardened on blades slows saw and increases
potential for kickback. Keep blade clean by
rst removing it from tool, then cleaning it with
gum and pitch remover, hot water or kerosene.
Never use gasoline to clean blade.
9. Use only anges specied for this tool.
10.
Be careful not to damage the arbor, anges
(especially the installing surface) or bolt. Damage
to these parts could result in blade breakage.
11. Make sure that the turn base is properly
secured so it will not move during operation.
Use the holes in the base to fasten the saw to a
stable work platform or bench. NEVER use tool
where operator positioning would be awkward.
12. Make sure the shaft lock is released before the
switch is turned on.
13. Be sure that the blade does not contact the
turn base in the lowest position.
14.
Hold the handle rmly. Be aware that the saw moves
up or down slightly during start-up and stopping.
15. Make sure the blade is not contacting the
workpiece before the switch is turned on.
16.
Before using the tool on an actual workpiece, let it run
for a while. Watch for vibration or wobbling that could
indicate poor installation or a poorly balanced blade.
17. Stop operation immediately if you notice any-
thing abnormal.
18.
Do not attempt to lock the trigger in the "ON" position.
19. Always use accessories recommended in this
manual. Use of improper accessories such as
abrasive wheels may cause an injury.
20.
Some material contains chemicals which may be
toxic. Take caution to prevent dust inhalation and
skin contact. Follow material supplier safety data.
Additional safety rules for the laser
1. LASER RADIATION, DO NOT STARE INTO THE
BEAM OR VIEW DIRECTLY WITH OPTICAL
INSTRUMENTS, CLASS 2M LASER PRODUCT.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
WARNING: DO NOT let comfort or familiarity with
product (gained from repeated use) replace strict adher-
ence to safety rules for the subject product. MISUSE or
failure to follow the safety rules stated in this instruc-
tion manual may cause serious personal injury.
Important safety instructions for
battery cartridge
1. Before using battery cartridge, read all instruc-
tions and cautionary markings on (1) battery
charger, (2) battery, and (3) product using battery.
2. Do not disassemble battery cartridge.
3. If operating time has become excessively
shorter, stop operating immediately. It may
result in a risk of overheating, possible burns
and even an explosion.
4. If electrolyte gets into your eyes, rinse them
out with clear water and seek medical atten-
tion right away. It may result in loss of your
eyesight.
5. Do not short the battery cartridge:
(1) Do not touch the terminals with any con-
ductive material.
(2) Avoid storing battery cartridge in a con-
tainer with other metal objects such as
nails, coins, etc.
(3) Do not expose battery cartridge to water
or rain.
A battery short can cause a large current
ow, overheating, possible burns and even a
breakdown.
6. Do not store the tool and battery cartridge in
locations where the temperature may reach or
exceed 50 °C (122 °F).
7. Do not incinerate the battery cartridge even if
it is severely damaged or is completely worn
out. The battery cartridge can explode in a re.
8. Be careful not to drop or strike battery.
9. Do not use a damaged battery.
10. The contained lithium-ion batteries are subject
to the Dangerous Goods Legislation require-
ments.
For commercial transports e.g. by third parties,
forwardingagents,specialrequirementonpack-
aging and labeling must be observed.
For preparation of the item being shipped, consult-
inganexpertforhazardousmaterialisrequired.
Please also observe possibly more detailed
national regulations.
Tapeormaskoffopencontactsandpackupthe
battery in such a manner that it cannot move
around in the packaging.
11. Follow your local regulations relating to dis-
posal of battery.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
CAUTION: Only use genuine Makita batteries.
Use of non-genuine Makita batteries, or batteries that
have been altered, may result in the battery bursting
causingres,personalinjuryanddamage.Itwill
also void the Makita warranty for the Makita tool and
charger.
Tips for maintaining maximum
battery life
1. Charge the battery cartridge before completely
discharged. Always stop tool operation and
charge the battery cartridge when you notice
less tool power.
2. Never recharge a fully charged battery car-
tridge. Overcharging shortens the battery
service life.
3. Charge the battery cartridge with room tem-
perature at 10 °C - 40 °C (50 °F - 104 °F). Let
a hot battery cartridge cool down before
charging it.
4. Charge the battery cartridge if you do not use
it for a long period (more than six months).

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1Lock-off button 2Switch trigger 3Handle 4Blade case
5Blade 6Blade guard 7Sub-fence 8Small sub-fence
9Base 10 Turnbase 11 Guide fence 12 Vertical vice
13 Dust bag 14 Dust nozzle 15 Center cover - -

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16 Lamp 17 Battery cartridge 18 Hex wrench 19 Release lever
20 Lever (for bevel angle
adjustment)
21 Kerf board 22 Lowerlimitadjustingbolt 23 Lamp switch
24 Laser switch ------
INSTALLATION
Bench mounting
WARNING: Ensure that the tool does not
move on the supporting surface. Movement of the
miter saw on the supporting surface while cutting may
resultinlossofcontrolandseriouspersonalinjury.
1. Fix the base to a level and stable surface, screwing with
twobolts.Thishelpstopreventfromtippingandpossibleinjury.
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►1. Bolt

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FUNCTIONAL
DESCRIPTION
WARNING: Always be sure that the tool is
switched off and the battery cartridge is removed
before adjusting or checking the functions on
the tool. Failure to switch off and remove the battery
cartridgemayresultinseriouspersonalinjuryfrom
accidental start-up.
Installing or removing battery
cartridge
CAUTION: Always switch off the tool before
installing or removing of the battery cartridge.
CAUTION: Hold the tool and the battery car-
tridge rmly when installing or removing battery
cartridge. Failure to hold the tool and the battery
cartridgermlymaycausethemtoslipoffyourhands
and result in damage to the tool and battery cartridge
andapersonalinjury.
1
2
3
►1. Red indicator 2. Button 3. Battery cartridge
Toremovethebatterycartridge,slideitfromthetool
while sliding the button on the front of the cartridge.
Toinstallthebatterycartridge,alignthetongueonthe
battery cartridge with the groove in the housing and slip
it into place. Insert it all the way until it locks in place
with a little click. If you can see the red indicator on the
upper side of the button, it is not locked completely.
CAUTION: Always install the battery cartridge
fully until the red indicator cannot be seen. If not,
itmayaccidentallyfalloutofthetool,causinginjuryto
you or someone around you.
CAUTION: Do not install the battery cartridge
forcibly. If the cartridge does not slide in easily, it is
not being inserted correctly.
Tool / battery protection system
Thetoolisequippedwithatool/batteryprotectionsys-
tem.Thissystemautomaticallycutsoffpowertothe
motortoextendtoolandbatterylife.Thetoolwillauto-
matically stop during operation if the tool or battery is
placed under one of the following conditions:
Overload protection
When the tool is operated in a manner that causes it to
draw an abnormally high current, the tool automatically
stops without any indication. In this situation, turn the
tool off and stop the application that caused the tool to
becomeoverloaded.Thenturnthetoolontorestart.
Overheat protection
On Blinking
When the tool is overheated, the tool stops automatically, and
the battery indicator blinks about 60 seconds. In this situa-
tion, let the tool cool down before turning the tool on again.
Overdischarge protection
When the battery capacity becomes low, the tool stops
automatically. If the product does not operate even
when the switches are operated, remove the batteries
from the tool and charge the batteries.
Canceling lock by protection system
If the protection system is activated repeatedly, the tool
is locked and the battery indicator blinks.
Blinking
In this case, turn off the switch and remove the cause which
is activating the protection system, and then turn on the
switch again. If the tool does not work after turning on the
switch again, remove the battery cartridge and charge it.
Indicating the remaining battery
capacity
1
►1. Battery indicator

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When you pull the switch trigger, the battery indicator
indicates the remaining battery capacity.
Battery indicator status Remaining
battery
capacity
On Off Blinking
50% to 100%
20% to 50%
0% to 20%
Charge the
battery
Indicating the remaining battery capacity
Only for battery cartridges with the indicator
1
2
►1. Indicator lamps 2. Check button
Press the check button on the battery cartridge to indi-
catetheremainingbatterycapacity.Theindicatorlamps
light up for a few seconds.
Indicator lamps Remaining
capacity
Lighted Off Blinking
75% to 100%
50% to 75%
25% to 50%
0% to 25%
Charge the
battery.
Thebattery
may have
malfunctioned.
NOTE: Depending on the conditions of use and the
ambient temperature, the indication may differ slightly
from the actual capacity.
Automatic speed change function
1
►1. Mode indicator
Mode indicator status Operation mode
High speed mode
Hightorquemode
Thistoolhas"highspeedmode"and"hightorque
mode".Itautomaticallychangesoperationmode
depending on the work load. When mode indicator
lightsupduringoperation,thetoolisinhightorque
mode.
Stopper pin
CAUTION: Always hold the handle when
releasing the stopper pin. Otherwise the handle
springsupanditmayresultinpersonalinjury.
Toreleasethestopperpin,keepapplyingaslight
downward pressure on the handle and then pulling the
stopper pin.
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►1. Stopper pin

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Blade guard
WARNING: Never defeat or remove the blade
guard or the spring which attaches to the guard.
Anexposedbladeasaresultofdefeatedguarding
mayresultinseriouspersonalinjuryduringoperation.
WARNING: Never use the tool if the blade
guard or spring are damaged, faulty or removed.
Operation of the tool with a damaged, faulty or
removedguardmayresultinseriouspersonalinjury.
CAUTION: Always maintain the blade guard
in good condition for safe operation. Stop the
operation immediately if there are any irregularity
of the blade guard. Check to assure spring loaded
return action of guard.
1
►1. Blade guard
When lowering the handle, the blade guard raises
automatically.Theguardisspringloadedsoitreturnsto
its original position when the cut is completed and the
handle is raised.
Cleaning
1
►1. Blade guard
If the transparent blade guard becomes dirty, or saw-
dust adheres to it in such a way that the blade and/or
workpiece is no longer easily visible, remove the battery
cartridge and clean the guard carefully with a damp
cloth. Do not use solvents or any petroleum-based
cleaners on the plastic guard because this may cause
damage to the guard.
For cleaning, raise the blade guard by referring to
"Installingorremovingsawblade".
Aftercleaning,makesuretoreturnthebladeandcenter
cover and tighten the hex socket bolt.
1. Make sure that the tool is switched off and the
battery cartridges are removed.
2. Turnthehexsocketboltcounterclockwiseusing
the supplied hex wrench with holding the center cover.
3. Raise the blade guard and center cover.
4. When cleaning is complete, return the center
cover and tighten the hex socket bolt by performing the
steps above in reverse.
WARNING: Do not remove spring holding
blade guard. If guard becomes damaged in course
of time or UV light exposure, contact a Makita ser-
vice center for replacement. DO NOT DEFEAT OR
REMOVE GUARD.
Positioning kerf board
Thistoolisprovidedwiththekerfboardsintheturn
basetominimizetearingontheexitsideofacut.The
kerfboardsarefactoryadjustedsothatthesawblade
doesnotcontactthekerfboards.Beforeuse,adjustthe
kerf boards as follows:
1. Makesuretoremovethebatterycartridge.Then,
loosen all the screws (2 each on left and right) securing
the kerf boards.
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►1. Kerf board 2. Screw
2. Re-tighten them only to the extent that the kerf
boards can still be easily moved by hand.
3. Lower the handle fully and push in the stopper pin
to lock the handle in the lowered position.
4. Adjustthekerfboardssothatthekerfboardsjust
contact the sides of the blade teeth.

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1 1
3
45
3
2 2
►1. Saw blade 2. Blade teeth 3. Kerf board 4. Left
bevel cut 5. Straight cut
5. Tightenthescrews(donottightenrmly).
6. Afteradjustingthekerfboards,releasethestop-
perpinandraisethehandle.Thentightenallthescrews
securely.
NOTICE: After setting the bevel angle ensure
that the kerf boards are adjusted properly. Correct
adjustmentofthekerfboardshelpstoprovideproper
support of the workpiece and minimizing workpiece
tear out.
Maintaining maximum cutting
capacity
Thistoolisfactoryadjustedtoprovidethemaximum
cutting capacity for a 165 mm saw blade.
When installing a new blade, always check the lower
limitpositionoftheblade,andifnecessary,adjustitas
follows:
1. Remove the battery cartridge. Lower the handle
completely.
2. Usethehexwrenchtoturnthelowerlimitadjust-
ing bolt until the saw blade comes slightly below the
cross section of the guide fence and the top surface of
the turn base.
1
►1.Adjustingbolt
1
►1. Guide fence
3. Rotate the blade by hand while holding the handle
all the way down to be sure that the blade does not
contactanypartofthelowerbase.Re-adjustslightly,if
necessary.
WARNING: After installing a new blade and
with the battery cartridge removed, always be
sure that the blade does not contact any part of
the lower base when the handle is lowered com-
pletely. If a blade makes contact with the base it may
causekickbackandresultinseriouspersonalinjury.
Sub-fence
Country specic
Thistoolisequippedwiththesub-fenceandsmall
sub-fences.
Sub-fence
WARNING: Always remove sub-fence when
performing bevel cuts. Failure to do so may cause
seriousinjury.

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1
►1. Sub-fence
When performing cuts except for bevel cuts, use the
sub-fence to support the workpiece.
Small sub-fence
CAUTION: When performing right bevel cuts,
fold the small sub-fences. Otherwise, they may
contact the blade or a part of the tool, and may result
inseriousinjurytotheoperator.
1
2
►1. Small sub-fence 2. Scale
Whenperformingverticalcutorleftbevelcut,ipthem
upwardtosupporttheworkpiece.Theguidefencehas
a scale of 10 mm interval.
Adjusting the miter angle
1
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4
►1. Fixing screw 2.Turnbase3. Miter scale
4. Pointer
1. Loosenthexingscrewcounterclockwise.
2. Adjusttheangleoftheturnbase.Usethepointer
and the miter scale as a guide.
3. Tightenthexingscrewclockwisermly.
CAUTION: After changing the miter angle,
always secure the turn base by tightening the
xing screw rmly.
NOTICE: When turning the turn base, be sure to
raise the handle fully.
Adjusting the bevel angle
Toadjustthebevelangle,turntheleverattherearof
the tool downward.
1
►1. Lever
Totiltthebladetotheleft,holdthehandleandtiltthe
saw head. Use the bevel scale and the pointer as a
guide.Thenturntheleverupwardrmlytosecurethe
saw head.
1
2
►1. Pointer 2. Bevel scale
Totiltthebladetotheright,holdthehandleandtiltthe
saw head to the left slightly, and push the release but-
ton. With the release button pressed, tilt the saw blade
totheright.Turntheleverupwardrmlytosecurethe
saw head.

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1
►1. Release button
CAUTION: After changing the bevel angle,
always secure the saw head by turning the lever
upward rmly.
NOTICE: When tilting the saw blade, be sure the
handle is fully raised.
NOTICE: When changing bevel angles, be
sure to position the kerf boards appropriately
as explained in the "Positioning kerf boards"
section.
Setting 46° bevel angle
1. Loosen the lever and tilt the blade to the left or
right fully.
1
►1. Lever
2. Totiltthebladetotheleft,holdthehandleandtilt
the saw head to the right slightly, and then move the
releaselevertothedirectionofthearrow.Thebevel
anglecanbeadjustedbetween45°to46°bytiltingthe
saw head while moving the release lever.
Totiltthebladetotheright,holdthehandleandtiltthe
saw head to the left slightly, and then move the release
levertothedirectionofthearrow.Thebevelanglecan
beadjustedbetween45°to46°bytiltingthesawhead
while moving the release lever.
1 2
►1. Lever 2. Release lever
3. Turntheleverupwardrmlytosecurethesaw
head.
Adjusting the lever position
If the lever does not provide full tightening in course of
time,changethepositionofthelever.Thelevercanbe
repositioned at every 30° angle.
Loosen and remove the screw that secures the lever.
Remove the lever and install it again so that it points
slightlyabovethehorizontal.Then,tightenthelever
withthescrewrmly.
1 2
►1. Lever 2. Screw

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Switch action
WARNING: Before installing the battery car-
tridge on the tool, always check to see that the
switch trigger actuates properly and returns to
the "OFF" position when released. Operating a tool
with a switch that does not actuate properly can lead
tolossofcontrolandseriouspersonalinjury.
WARNING: NEVER use tool without a fully
operative switch trigger.Anytoolwithaninoper-
ativeswitchisHIGHLYDANGEROUSandmustbe
repaired before further usage or serious personal
injurymayoccur.
WARNING: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.Aswitchinneedof
repair may result in unintentional operation and seri-
ouspersonalinjury.ReturntooltoaMakitaservice
center for proper repairs BEFORE further usage.
WARNING: NEVER defeat the lock-off button
by taping down or some other means.Aswitchwith
a negated lock-off button may result in unintentional
operationandseriouspersonalinjury.
NOTICE: Do not pull the switch trigger hard
without pressing in the lock-off button.Thiscan
cause switch breakage.
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.
1
3
2
►1. Lock-off button 2. Hole for padlock 3. Switch
trigger
Lighting up the lamp
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.
CAUTION: 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.
CAUTION: Do not apply impact to the light,
which may cause damage or shorted service time
to it.
CAUTION: Do not keep casting the beam of
the light to your eyes.Thiscancauseyoureyesto
be hurt.
CAUTION: Do not cover the light with clothes,
carton, cardboard or similar objects while it is
lighted, which can cause a re or an ignition.
CAUTION: Do not look in the light or see the
source of light directly.
Toturnonthelamp,presstheupperposition(I)ofthe
switch.Toturnoffthelamp,pressthelowerposition(0)
of the switch.
2
1
►1. Lamp 2. Lamp switch
NOTE: Use a dry cloth to wipe the dirt off the lens of
the lamp. Be careful not to scratch the lens of lamp, or
it may lower the illumination.
NOTE: Be sure to turn off the switch as turning on the
switch consumes the battery power.

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Laser beam action
CAUTION: Never look into the laser beam.
Directlaserbeammayinjureyoureyes.
Toturnonthelaserbeam,presstheupperposition(I)
oftheswitch.Toturnoffthelaserbeam,pressthelower
position (0) of the switch.
1
►1. Laser switch
NOTE: Be sure to turn off the switch as turning on the
switch consumes the battery power.
Laser line can be shifted to either the left or right side of
thesawbladebyturningtheadjustingscrewasfollows.
1
►1.Adjustingscrew
1. Loosentheadjustingscrewbyturningit
counterclockwise.
2. Withtheadjustingscrewloosened,slidethe
adjustingscrewtotherightorleftasfarasitgoes.
3. Tightentheadjustingscrewrmlyattheposition
where it stops sliding.
NOTE:Laserlineisfactoryadjustedsothatitisposi-
tioned within 1 mm from the side surface of the blade
(cutting position).
NOTE: When laser line appears dim and hard to see
because of direct sunlight, relocate the work area to a
place where there is less direct sunlight.
Aligning the laser line
Alignthecuttinglineonyourworkpiecewiththelaser
line.
A
B
A)Whenyouwanttoobtainthecorrectsizeontheleft
side of workpiece, shift the laser line to the left of the
blade.
B) When you want to obtain the correct size on the right
side of workpiece, shift the laser line to the right of the
blade.
ASSEMBLY
WARNING: Always be sure that the tool is
switched off and the battery cartridge is removed
before working on the tool. Failure to switch off and
remove the battery cartridge may result in serious
personalinjury.
Hex wrench storage
Thehexwrenchisstoredasshowninthegure.When
the hex wrench is needed it can be pulled out of the
wrench holder.
Afterusingthehexwrenchitcanbestoredbyreturning
it to the wrench holder.
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►1. Wrench holder 2. Hex wrench

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Installing or removing saw blade
WARNING: Always be sure that the tool is
switched off and the battery cartridge is removed
before installing or removing the blade.Accidental
start up of the tool may result in serious personal
injury.
CAUTION: Use only the Makita hex wrench
provided to install or remove the blade. Failure
todosomayresultinovertighteningorinsufcient
tighteningofthehexsocketbolt.Thiscouldcause
aninjury.
Toremovetheblade,performthefollowingsteps:
1. Release the stopper pin, and then lock the handle
in the raised position by pushing in the stopper pin.
1
►1. Stopper pin
2. Use the hex wrench to loosen the hex socket bolt
holding the center cover by turning it counterclockwise.
Then,raisethebladeguardandcentercover.
4
1
2
3
►1. Center cover 2. Hex socket bolt 3. Hex wrench
4. Blade guard
3. Press the shaft lock to lock the spindle and use
the hex wrench to loosen the hex socket bolt clockwise.
Thenremovethehexsocketboltofthespindle,outer
angeandblade.
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►1. Shaft lock 2. Hex socket bolt 3.Outerange
4. Iftheinnerangeisremoved,installitonthespin-
dle with its blade mounting part facing the blade. If the
angeisinstalledincorrectlytheangewillrubagainst
the machine.
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►1.Outerange2. Saw blade 3.Innerange4. Hex
socket bolt (left-handed) 5. Spindle 6. Blade mount-
ing part
Toinstalltheblade,performthefollowingsteps:
1. Mountthebladecarefullyontotheinnerange.
Make sure that the direction of the arrow on the blade
matches the direction of the arrow on the blade case.

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2
2
►1. Saw blade 2.Arrow
2. Installtheouterangeandhexsocketbolt,and
then use the hex wrench to tighten the hex socket bolt
(left-handed) of the spindle securely counterclockwise
while pressing the shaft lock.
3. Return the blade guard and center cover to its
originalposition.Thentightenthehexsocketboltofthe
center cover clockwise to secure the center cover.
4. Release the handle from the raised position by
pulling the stopper pin. Lower the handle to make sure
that the blade guard moves properly.
5. Make sure the shaft lock has released spindle
before making cut.
For tool with the inner ange for
15.88 mm hole-diameter saw blade
Country specic
Mounttheinnerangewithitsrecessedsidefacing
outward onto the mounting shaft and then place saw
blade(withtheringattachedifneeded),outerange
and hex bolt.
For tool without the ring
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►1.Outerange2. Saw blade 3.Innerange4. Hex
socket bolt (left-handed) 5. Spindle
For tool with the ring
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►1.Outerange2. Saw blade 3.Innerange4. Hex
socket bolt (left-handed) 5. Ring 6. Spindle
WARNING: If the ring is needed to mount the
blade onto the spindle, always be sure that the
correct ring for the blade's arbor hole you intend
to use is installed between the inner and the outer
anges. Use of the incorrect arbor hole ring may
result in the improper mounting of the blade causing
blade movement and severe vibration resulting in
possible loss of control during operation and in seri-
ouspersonalinjury.
For tool with the inner ange for
other than 20 mm or 15.88 mm hole-
diameter saw blade
Country specic
Theinnerangehasacertaindiameterofablade
mounting part on one side of it and a different diameter
of blade mounting part on the other side. Choose a
correctsideonwhichblademountingparttsintothe
saw blade hole perfectly.
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►1.Outerange2. Saw blade 3.Innerange4. Hex
socket bolt (left-handed) 5. Spindle 6. Blade mount-
ing part
CAUTION: Make sure that the blade mounting
part "a" on the inner ange that is positioned
outside ts into the saw blade hole "a" perfectly.
Mounting the blade on the wrong side can result in
the dangerous vibration.

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Dust bag
Theuseofthedustbagmakescuttingoperations
cleaner and dust collection easier.
Toattachthedustbag,titontothedustnozzle.
When the dust bag is about half full, remove the dust
bag from the tool and pull the fastener out. Empty
the dust bag of its contents, tapping it lightly so as to
remove particles adhering to the insides which might
hamper further collection.
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2
3
►1. Dust bag 2. Dust nozzle 3. Fastener
NOTE: If you connect a vacuum cleaner to your saw,
cleaner operations can be performed.
Securing workpiece
WARNING: It is extremely important to always
secure the workpiece correctly with the vise.
Failuretodosomayresultinseriouspersonalinjury
and cause damage to the tool and/or the workpiece.
WARNING: When cutting a workpiece that
is longer than the support base of the saw, the
material should be supported the entire length
beyond the support base and at the same height
to keep the material level. Proper workpiece support
will help avoid blade pinch and possible kickback
whichmayresultinseriouspersonalinjury.Donot
rely solely on the vertical vise and/or horizontal vise
tosecuretheworkpiece.Thinmaterialtendstosag.
Support workpiece over its entire length to avoid
bladepinchandpossibleKICKBACK.
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►1. Support 2.Turnbase
Vertical vise
WARNING: Secure the workpiece rmly
against the turn base and guide fence with the
vise during all operations. Otherwise the material
may move during the cutting operation, cause dam-
age to the blade, and be thrown which may result in
lossofcontrolandseriouspersonalinjury.
Install the vertical vise on either the left or right side of
the guide fence. Insert the vise rod into the hole in the
guide fence and tighten the lower screw to secure the
vise rod.
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4
3
5
6
7
►1. Vise arm 2. Vise knob 3. Guide fence 4.Turn
base 5. Lower screw 6. Upper screw 7. Vise rod
Position the vise arm according to the thickness and
shape of the workpiece and secure the vise arm by
tightening the upper screw. If the upper screw contacts
the guide fence, install the upper screw on the opposite
side of vise arm. Make sure that no part of the tool con-
tacts the vise when lowering the handle fully. If some
part contacts the vise, re-position the vise.
Presstheworkpieceatagainsttheguidefenceandthe
turn base. Position the workpiece at the desired cutting
positionandsecureitrmlybytighteningtheviseknob.

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Attaching the shoulder strap
Optional accessory
CAUTION: Be sure to remove the shoulder
strap before operating the tool. The shoulder
strap may be entangled and cause injury.
CAUTION: Be sure to attach the hooks of the
shoulder strap to the tool securely. If the hooks
are attached incompletely, they may come off and
cause injury.
Theshoulderstrapisconvenientfortransportingthe
tool.Attachthehooksoftheshoulderstraptothetool
asshowninthegure.
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2
►1. Shoulder strap 2. Hook
OPERATION
WARNING: Make sure the blade is not con-
tacting the workpiece, etc. before the switch
is turned on.Turningthetoolonwiththebladein
contact with the workpiece may result in kickback and
seriouspersonalinjury.
WARNING: After a cutting operation, do not
raise the blade until it has come to a complete
stop.Theraisingofacoastingblademayresultin
seriouspersonalinjuryanddamagetotheworkpiece.
NOTICE: Before use, be sure to release the
handle from the lowered position by pulling the
stopper pin.
NOTICE: Do not apply excessive pressure on the
handle when cutting.Toomuchforcemayresultin
overloadofthemotorand/ordecreasedcuttingef-
ciency. Press down handle with only as much force as
necessaryforsmoothcuttingandwithoutsignicant
decrease in blade speed.
NOTICE: Gently press down the handle to per-
form the cut. If the handle is pressed down with force
or if lateral force is applied, the blade may vibrate and
leave a mark (saw mark) in the workpiece and the
precision of the cut may be impaired.
Press cutting (cutting small
workpieces)
Workpieces up to 46 mm high and 92 mm wide can be
cut in the following manner.
1. Secure the workpiece with the vise.
2. Switch on the tool without the blade making any
contact and wait until the blade attains full speed before
lowering.
3. Gently lower the handle to the fully lowered posi-
tion to cut the workpiece.
4. When the cut is completed, switch off the tool and
wait until the blade has come to a complete stop
before returning the blade to its fully elevated position.
Miter cutting
Refertothepreviouslycovered"Adjustingthemiter
angle".
Bevel cut
WARNING: After setting the blade for a bevel
cut, before operating the tool ensure that the saw
head and blade will have free travel throughout
the entire range of the intended cut. Interruption
of the saw head or blade travel during the cutting
operation may result in kickback and serious personal
injury.
WARNING: While making a bevel cut keep
hands out of the path of the blade.Theangleofthe
blade may confuse the operator as to the actual blade
path while cutting and contact with the blade will
resultinseriouspersonalinjury
WARNING: The blade should not be raised
until it has come to a complete stop. During a
bevel cut the piece cut off may come to rest against
the blade. If the blade is raised while it is rotating the
cut-offpiecemaybeejectedbythebladecausing
the material to fragment which may result in serious
personalinjury.
WARNING: Always remove sub-fence when
performing bevel cuts. Failure to do so may cause
seriousinjury.