Makita DLS714 User manual

DLS714
EN Cordless Slide Compound
Miter Saw INSTRUCTION MANUAL 11
SL Brezžična drsna sestavljena
zajeralna žaga NAVODILA ZA UPORABO 27
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Sharrë me bateri për prerje me
kënd për prole me rrëshqitje
MANUALI I PËRDORIMIT 43
BG Акумулаторен циркуляр за
рязане под ъгъл РЪКОВОДСТВО ЗА ЕКСПЛОАТАЦИЯ 60
HR Bežična potezno-nagibna pila PRIRUČNIK S UPUTAMA 79
МК Безжична потезна
комбинирана аголна пила УПАТСТВО ЗА УПОТРЕБА 95
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комбинована угаона тестера
УПУТСТВО ЗА УПОТРЕБУ 114
RO Ferăstrău pentru tăieri oblice
combinate, fără cablu MANUAL DE INSTRUCŢIUNI 132
UK
Акумуляторна пересувна
комбінована пила для
різання під кутом
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ЕКСПЛУАТАЦІЇ 149
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Аккумуляторная торцовочная
пила консольного типа
РУКОВОДСТВО ПО
ЭКСПЛУАТАЦИИ 167

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11 ENGLISH
ENGLISH (Original instructions)
SPECIFICATIONS
Model: DLS714
Blade diameter 190 mm
Hole (arbor) diameter (country specic) 20 mm or 15.88 mm
Max. kerf thickness of the saw blade 2.2 mm
Max. miter angle Left 47°, Right 57°
Max. bevel angle Left 45°, Right 5°
No load speed 5,700 min-1
Dimensions (L x W x H) 655 mm x 430 mm x 445 mm
Rated voltage D.C. 36 V
Net weight 14.4 - 14.7 kg
• Due to our continuing program of research and development, the specications herein are subject to change
without notice.
• Specications may di󰀨er from country to country.
• The weight may di󰀨er 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.
Applicable battery cartridge and charger
Battery cartridge BL1815N / BL1820B / BL1830B / BL1840B / BL1850B / BL1860B
Charger DC18RC / DC18RD / DC18RE / DC18SD / DC18SE / DC18SF /
DC18SH
• Some of the battery cartridges and chargers listed above may not be available depending on your region of
residence.
WARNING: Only use the battery cartridges and chargers listed above. Use of any other battery cartridges
and chargers may cause injury and/or re.
Cutting capacities (H x W) with blade 190 mm in diameter
Miter angle Bevel angle
45° (left) 0° 5° (right)
0° 40 mm x 300 mm 52 mm x 300 mm 40 mm x 300 mm
45 mm x 265 mm
(NOTE 1)
60 mm x 265 mm
(NOTE 1)
–
45° (left and right) 40 mm x 212 mm 52 mm x 212 mm –
45 mm x 185 mm
(NOTE 2)
60 mm x 185 mm
(NOTE 2)
–
57° (right) –52 mm x 163 mm –
–60 mm x 145 mm
(NOTE 3)
–
1. Max. Cutting capacity when using a wood facing 20 mm thickness
2. Max. Cutting capacity when using a wood facing 15 mm thickness
3. Max. Cutting capacity when using a wood facing 10 mm thickness

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Symbols
The followings show the symbols which may be used
for the equipment. 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.
When performing slide cut, rst pull car-
riage fully and press down handle, then
push carriage toward the guide fence.
Do not place hand or ngers close to the
blade.
Always set SUB-FENCE to left position
when performing left bevel cuts. Failure to
do so may cause serious injury to operator.
Ni-MH
Li-ion
Only for EU countries
Due to the presence of hazardous com-
ponents in the equipment, waste electrical
and electronic equipment, accumulators
and batteries may have a negative impact
on the environment and human health.
Do not dispose of electrical and electronic
appliances or batteries with household
waste!
In accordance with the European Directive
on waste electrical and electronic equip-
ment and on accumulators and batteries
and waste accumulators and batteries,
as well as their adaptation to national law,
waste electrical equipment, batteries and
accumulators should be stored separately
and delivered to a separate collection point
for municipal waste, operating in accor-
dance with the regulations on environmen-
tal protection.
This is indicated by the symbol of the
crossed-out wheeled bin placed on the
equipment.
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 EN62841-3-9:
Sound pressure level (LpA) : 88 dB(A)
Sound power level (LWA) : 97 dB (A)
Uncertainty (K) : 3 dB(A)
NOTE: The declared noise emission value(s) has
been measured in accordance with a standard test
method and may be used for comparing one tool with
another.
NOTE: The declared noise emission value(s)
may also be used in a preliminary assessment of
exposure.
WARNING: Wear ear protection.
WARNING: The noise emission during actual
use of the power tool can di󰀨er from the declared
value(s) depending on the ways in which the
tool is used especially what kind of workpiece is
processed.
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 (tak-
ing account of all parts of the operating cycle such
as the times when the tool is switched o󰀨 and when
it is running idle in addition to the trigger time).
Vibration
The vibration total value (tri-axial vector sum) deter-
mined according to EN62841-3-9:
Vibration emission (ah) : 2.5 m/s2or less
Uncertainty (K) : 1.5 m/s2
NOTE: The declared vibration total value(s) has been
measured in accordance with a standard test method
and may be used for comparing one tool with another.
NOTE: The declared vibration total value(s) may also
be used in a preliminary assessment of exposure.
WARNING: The vibration emission during
actual use of the power tool can di󰀨er from the
declared value(s) depending on the ways in which
the tool is used especially what kind of workpiece
is processed.
WARNING: Be sure to identify safety mea-
sures to protect the operator that are based on an
estimation 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
o󰀨 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.

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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-o󰀨 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 when-
ever 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 "freehand" in any way. Unrestrained
or moving workpieces could be thrown at high
speeds, causing injury.
4. Push the saw through the workpiece. Do not
pull the saw through the workpiece. To make
a cut, raise the saw head and pull it out over
the workpiece without cutting, start the motor,
press the saw head down and push the saw
through the workpiece. Cutting on the pull stroke
is likely to cause the saw blade to climb on top
of the workpiece and violently throw the blade
assembly towards the operator.
5. 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.
► Fig.1
6. 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.
7. 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.
8. 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.
9. 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.
10. 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.
11. 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.
12. 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-o󰀨 piece or
workpiece tips, it can lift the lower guard or be
thrown by the spinning blade.
13. 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.
14. The cut-o󰀨 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-o󰀨 piece could get wedged against the blade
and thrown violently.
15. 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.
16. Let the blade reach full speed before contact-
ing the workpiece. This will reduce the risk of the
workpiece being thrown.
17. If the workpiece or blade becomes jammed,
turn the mitre saw o󰀨. 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.
18. After nishing the cut, release the switch,
hold the saw head down and wait for the blade
to stop before removing the cut-o󰀨 piece.
Reaching with your hand near the coasting blade
is dangerous.
19. 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.
20. 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 a󰀨ect
the proper guarding of the blade or guard opera-
tion which could result in serious personal injury.
21. Only use the saw blades that are marked with
a speed equal or higher than the speed marked
on the tool.

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22. Do not use the saw to cut other than wood,
aluminum or similar materials.
23. (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 o󰀨. 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. To reduce the risk of injury, return carriage
to the full rear position after each crosscut
operation.
7. Always secure all moving portions before
carrying the tool.
8. Stopper pin which locks the cutter head down
is for carrying and storage purposes only and
not for any cutting operations.
9. 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.
10. While making a slide cut, KICKBACK can
occur. KICKBACK occurs when the blade
binds in the workpiece during a cutting oper-
ation and the saw blade is driven rapidly
towards the operator. Loss of control and seri-
ous personal injury can result. If blade begins
to bind during a cutting operation, do not con-
tinue to cut and release switch immediately.
11. Use only anges specied for this tool.
12. Be careful not to damage the arbor, anges
(especially the installing surface) or bolt.
Damage to these parts could result in blade
breakage.
13. 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.
14. Make sure the shaft lock is released before the
switch is turned on.
15. Be sure that the blade does not contact the
turn base in the lowest position.
16. Hold the handle rmly. Be aware that the saw
moves up or down slightly during start-up and
stopping.
17. Make sure the blade is not contacting the
workpiece before the switch is turned on.
18. 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.
19. Stop operation immediately if you notice any-
thing abnormal.
20. Do not attempt to lock the trigger in the "ON"
position.
21. Always use accessories recommended in this
manual. Use of improper accessories such as
abrasive wheels may cause an injury.
22. Some material contains chemicals which may
be toxic. Take caution to prevent dust inhala-
tion 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 adherence to safety rules for the subject
product. MISUSE or failure to follow the safety
rules stated in this instruction 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 or tamper with the battery
cartridge. It may result in a re, excessive heat,
or explosion.
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 and use the tool and battery car-
tridge in locations where the temperature may
reach or exceed 50 °C (122 °F).

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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. Do not nail, cut, crush, throw, drop the battery
cartridge, or hit against a hard object to the
battery cartridge. Such conduct may result in a
re, excessive heat, or explosion.
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 o󰀨 open contacts and pack up the
battery in such a manner that it cannot move
around in the packaging.
11. When disposing the battery cartridge, remove
it from the tool and dispose of it in a safe
place. Follow your local regulations relating to
disposal of battery.
12. Use the batteries only with the products
specied by Makita. Installing the batteries to
non-compliant products may result in a re, exces-
sive heat, explosion, or leak of electrolyte.
13. If the tool is not used for a long period of time,
the battery must be removed from the tool.
14. During and after use, the battery cartridge may
take on heat which can cause burns or low
temperature burns. Pay attention to the han-
dling of hot battery cartridges.
15. Do not touch the terminal of the tool imme-
diately after use as it may get hot enough to
cause burns.
16. Do not allow chips, dust, or soil stuck into the
terminals, holes, and grooves of the battery
cartridge. It may cause heating, catching re,
burst and malfunction of the tool or battery car-
tridge, resulting in burns or personal injury.
17. Unless the tool supports the use near
high-voltage electrical power lines, do not use
the battery cartridge near high-voltage electri-
cal power lines. It may result in a malfunction or
breakdown of the tool or battery cartridge.
18. Keep the battery away from children.
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. When not using the battery cartridge, remove
it from the tool or the charger.
5. Charge the battery cartridge if you do not use
it for a long period (more than six months).
PARTS DESCRIPTION
► Fig.2
1Lock-o󰀨 button 2Switch trigger 3Blade case 4Adjusting screw (for
lower limit position)
5Adjusting bolt (for maxi-
mum cutting capacity)
6Stopper arm 7Dust bag 8Bevel scale
9Blade guard 10 Vertical vice 11 Guide fence 12 Holder
13 Lock lever (for turn base) 14 Grip (for turn base) 15 Adjusting bolt (for turn
base)
16 Kerf board
17 Pointer (for miter angle) 18 Turn base 19 Holder assembly 20 Fence shaft
21 Sub-fence ------
► Fig.3
22 Slide pole (upper) 23 Thumb screw (for lock-
ing upper slide pole)
24 Hex wrench 25 Clamp screw (for locking
holder)
26 Lever (for bevel angle
adjustment)
27 Slide pole (lower) 28 Thumb screw (for lock-
ing lower slide pole)
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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, screw-
ing with two bolts. This helps to prevent from tipping and
possible injury.
► Fig.4: 1. Bolt
2. Turn the adjusting bolt clockwise or counterclock-
wise so that it comes into a contact with the oor sur-
face to keep the tool stable.
► Fig.5: 1. Adjusting bolt
Installing the holders and holder
assemblies
NOTE: In some countries, the holders and holder
assemblies may not be included in the tool package
as standard accessory.
The holders and the holder assemblies support work-
pieces horizontally.
Tighten the fence shafts to the holder assemblies using
the hex wrench.
► Fig.6: 1. Holder 2. Holder assembly 3. Fence shaft
4. Hex wrench
Install the holders and the holder assemblies on both
side as shown in the gure. When installing, make sure
that the fence shaft is in the same line of the guide
fence when installed to the tool.
► Fig.7: 1. Holder 2. Holder assembly 3. Screw
Then tighten the screws rmly to secure the holders and
the holder assemblies.
FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION
WARNING: Always be sure that the tool is
switched o󰀨 and the battery cartridge is removed
before adjusting or checking the functions on the tool.
Failure to switch o󰀨 and remove the battery cartridge may
result in serious personal injury from accidental start-up.
Installing or removing battery cartridge
CAUTION: Always switch o󰀨 the tool before
installing or removing of the battery cartridge.
CAUTION: Hold the tool and the battery cartridge
rmly when installing or removing battery cartridge.
Failure to hold the tool and the battery cartridge rmly may
cause them to slip o󰀨 your hands and result in damage to
the tool and battery cartridge and a personal injury.
► Fig.8: 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.
NOTE: The tool does not work with only one battery
cartridge.
Tool / battery protection system
The tool is equipped with a tool/battery protection system. This
system automatically cuts o󰀨 power to the motor to extend tool and
battery life. The tool will automatically 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 o󰀨 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 automati-
cally, and the battery indicator blinks about 60 seconds.
In this situation, let the tool cool down before turning the
tool on again.

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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.
Indicating the remaining battery capacity
► Fig.9: 1. Battery indicator 2. Check button
Press the check button to indicate the remaining battery
capacities. The battery indicators correspond to each battery.
Battery indicator status Remaining
battery
capacity
On O󰀨 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
► Fig.10: 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 O󰀨 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 di󰀨er slightly
from the actual capacity.
NOTE: The rst (far left) indicator lamp will blink when
the battery protection system works.
Automatic speed change function
► Fig.11: 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.
► Fig.12: 1. Stopper pin
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.
► Fig.13: 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
► Fig.14: 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.

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1. Make sure that the tool is switched o󰀨 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.
► Fig.15: 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. Loosen two clamp screws which secure the slide
poles.
► Fig.16: 1. Thumb screw
5. Pull the carriage toward you fully.
6. Adjust the kerf boards so that the kerf boards just
contact the sides of the blade teeth.
► Fig.17
► Fig.18: 1. Saw blade 2. Blade teeth 3. Kerf board
4. Left bevel cut 5. Straight cut
7. Tighten the front screws (do not tighten rmly).
8. Push the carriage toward the guide fence fully and
adjust the kerf boards so that the kerf boards just con-
tact the sides of blade teeth.
9. Tighten the rear screws (do not tighten rmly).
10. 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 190 mm saw blade.
When installing a new circular saw blade, always check
the lower limit position of the circular saw blade, and if
necessary, adjust it as follows:
1. Remove the battery cartridge. Then, push the car-
riage toward the guide fence fully and lower the handle
completely.
► Fig.19: 1. Adjusting bolt 2. Guide fence
2. Use the hex wrench to turn the adjusting bolt until
the circular saw blade comes slightly below the cross
section of the guide fence and the top surface of the
turn base.
► Fig.20
3. Rotate the blade by hand while holding the handle
all the way down to be sure that the circular saw blade
does not contact any part of the lower base. Re-adjust
slightly, if necessary.
WARNING: After installing a new circular saw
blade and with the battery cartridge removed,
always be sure that the circular saw blade does
not contact any part of the lower base when the
handle is lowered completely. If a circular saw
blade makes contact with the base, it may cause
kickback and result in serious personal injury.
► Fig.21
Stopper arm
The lower limit position of the blade can be easily
adjusted with the stopper arm. To adjust it, move the
stopper arm in the direction of the arrow as shown in
the gure. Turn the adjusting screw and press down the
handle fully to check the result.
► Fig.22: 1. Adjusting screw 2. Stopper arm
Sub-fence
Country specic
CAUTION: When performing left bevel cuts,
ip the sub-fence outward. Otherwise, it may con-
tact the blade or a part of the tool, and may result in
serious injury to the operator.
► Fig.23: 1. Sub-fence
This tool is equipped with the sub-fence. Usually posi-
tion the sub-fence inside. However, when performing
left bevel cuts, ip it outward.

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Adjusting the miter angle
► Fig.24: 1. Turn base 2. Lock lever 3. Miter scale
4. Pointer 5. Grip
1. Loosen the grip counterclockwise.
2. Press down and hold the lock lever, and adjust the
angle of the turn base. Use the pointer and the miter
scale as a guide.
3. Tighten the grip clockwise rmly.
CAUTION: After changing the miter angle,
always secure the turn base by tightening the grip
rmly.
NOTICE: When turning the turn base, be sure to
raise the handle fully.
Adjusting the bevel angle
To adjust the bevel angle, loosen the lever at the rear of
the tool counterclockwise.
► Fig.25: 1. Lever 2. Release button
To tilt the blade to the left, hold the handle and tilt the
carriage. Use the bevel scale and the pointer as a
guide. Then tighten the lever clockwise rmly to secure
the arm.
► Fig.26: 1. Pointer 2. Bevel scale 3. Arm
To tilt the blade to the right, hold the handle and tilt the
carriage to the left slightly, and push the release button.
With the release button pressed, tilt the saw blade to
the right. Then tighten the lever.
CAUTION: After changing the bevel angle,
always secure the arm by tightening the lever
clockwise.
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.
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.
► Fig.27: 1. Lever 2. Screw
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: Do not use a lock with a shank or
cable any smaller than 6.35 mm (1/4") in diameter.
A smaller shank or cable may not properly lock the
tool in the o󰀨 position and unintentional operation
may occur resulting in 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-o󰀨 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-o󰀨 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-o󰀨 button
by taping down or some other means. A switch with
a negated lock-o󰀨 button may result in unintentional
operation and serious personal injury.
NOTICE: Do not pull the switch trigger hard
without pressing in the lock-o󰀨 button. This can
cause switch breakage.
To prevent the switch trigger from being accidentally
pulled, a lock-o󰀨 button is provided. To start the tool,
press in the lock-o󰀨 button and pull the switch trigger.
Release the switch trigger to stop.
The lock-o󰀨 button can be pressed from either right or left.
A hole is provided in the switch trigger for insertion of a
padlock to lock the tool o󰀨.
► Fig.28: 1. Lock-o󰀨 button 2. Switch trigger 3. Hole
for padlock
ASSEMBLY
WARNING: Always be sure that the tool is
switched o󰀨 and the battery cartridge is removed
before working on the tool. Failure to switch o󰀨 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.
► Fig.29: 1. Wrench holder 2. Hex wrench

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Installing or removing saw blade
WARNING: Always be sure that the tool is
switched o󰀨 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 insu󰀩cient
tightening of the hex socket bolt. This could cause
an injury.
To remove the blade, perform the following steps:
1. Lock the handle in the raised position by pushing
in the stopper pin.
► Fig.30: 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.
► Fig.31: 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.
► Fig.32: 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.
► Fig.33: 1. Outer ange 2. Saw blade 3. Inner ange
4. Hex socket bolt (left-handed) 5. Spindle
6. Blade mounting 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.
► Fig.34: 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 circular saw blade
(with the ring attached if needed), outer ange and hex bolt.
For tool without the ring
► Fig.35: 1. Outer ange 2. Saw blade 3. Inner ange
4. Hex socket bolt (left-handed) 5. Spindle
For tool with the ring
► Fig.36: 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 di󰀨erent diameter of blade mount-
ing part on the other side. Choose a correct side on which
blade mounting part ts into the saw blade hole perfectly.
► Fig.37: 1. Outer ange 2. Saw blade 3. Inner ange
4. Hex socket bolt (left-handed) 5. Spindle
6. Blade mounting 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.
Connecting a vacuum cleaner
When you wish to perform clean cutting operation,
connect a Makita vacuum cleaner.
► Fig.38
Dust bag
Optional accessory
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.
To attach the fastener, align the top end of the fastener
with the triangular mark on the dust bag.
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.
► Fig.39: 1. Dust bag 2. Dust nozzle 3. Fastener