Makita PB002GM201 User manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Cordless Portable Band Saw
PB002G
ENGLISH: Original instructions
Read before use.

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SPECIFICATIONS
Model: PB002G
Max. cutting capacity Round workpiece 127 mm dia.
Rectangular workpiece 127 mm x 127 mm
Blade speed 0 - 3.2 m/s
(0 - 192 m/min)
Blade size Length 1,140 mm
Width 13 mm
Thickness 0.5 mm
Dimensions (L x W x H) with BL4040 510 mm x 218 mm x 314 mm
Rated voltage D.C. 36 V - 40 V max
Net weight without wheel cover 6.6 - 7.8 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 BL4020* / BL4025* / BL4040* / BL4050F / BL4080F
* : Recommended battery
Charger DC40RA / DC40RB / DC40RC
•
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.
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.
Wear safety glasses.
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 equipment
and on accumulators and batteries and
waste accumulators and batteries, as well as
their adaptation to national law, waste elec-
trical equipment, batteries and accumulators
should be stored separately and delivered
to a separate collection point for municipal
waste, operating in accordance with the
regulations on environmental protection.
This is indicated by the symbol of the
crossed-out wheeled bin placed on the
equipment.
Intended use
The tool is intended for cutting in plastic and ferrous
materials.
Noise
The typical A-weighted noise level determined accord-
ing to EN60745-2-20:
Sound pressure level (LpA) : 78 dB(A)
Uncertainty (K) : 3 dB(A)
The noise level under working may exceed 80 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).

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Vibration
The vibration total value (tri-axial vector sum) deter-
mined according to EN60745-2-20:
Work mode: cutting metal
Vibration emission (ah,M) : 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.
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 o󰀨-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.

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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.
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 o󰀨. 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 a󰀨ect 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di󰀨erent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.
Cordless Portable Band Saw Safety
Warnings
1. Hold power tool by insulated gripping sur-
faces, when performing an operation where the
cutting accessory may contact hidden wiring.
Cutting accessories contacting a "live" wire may
make exposed metal parts of the power tool "live"
and could give the operator an electric shock.
2. Use only blades which are listed in
“SPECIFICATIONS”.
3. Check the blade carefully for cracks or damage
before operation. Replace cracked or damaged
blade immediately.

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4. Secure the workpiece rmly. When cutting a
bundle of workpieces, be sure that all work-
pieces are secured together rmly before
cutting.
5. Cutting workpieces covered with oil can cause
the blade to come o󰀨 unexpectedly. Wipe o󰀨
all excess oil from workpieces before cutting.
6. Never use the cutting oil as a cutting lubricant.
Use only Makita cutting wax.
7. Hold the tool rmly with both hands.
8. Keep hands away from rotating parts.
9. When cutting metal, be cautious of hot ying
chips.
10. Do not leave the tool running unattended.
11. Do not touch the blade or the workpiece imme-
diately after operation; they may be extremely
hot and could burn your skin.
12. Before operation, make sure that there is no
buried object such as electric pipe, water pipe
or gas pipe in the working area. Otherwise, the
band saw blade may touch them, resulting an
electric shock, electrical leakage or gas leak.
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).
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 requirements.
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 a high-voltage elec-
trical 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 cartridge.
Overcharging shortens the battery service life.
3. Charge the battery cartridge with room tempera-
ture 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).

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FUNCTIONAL
DESCRIPTION
CAUTION: Always be sure that the tool is
switched o󰀨 and the battery cartridge is removed
before adjusting or checking function on the tool.
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 car-
tridge 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.
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1
3
Fig.1
►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 as
showninthegure,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.
Indicating the remaining battery capacity
Press the check button on the battery cartridge to indi-
cate the remaining battery capacity. The indicator lamps
light up for a few seconds.
1
2
Fig.2
►1. Indicator lamps 2. Check button
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.
Tool / battery protection system
The tool is equipped with a tool/battery protection sys-
tem.Thissystemautomaticallycutso󰀨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/battery is operated in a manner that
causes it to draw an abnormally high current, the tool
automatically stops without any indication. In this sit-
uation,turnthetoolo󰀨andstoptheapplicationthat
caused the tool to become overloaded. Then turn the
tool on to restart.

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Overheat protection
When the tool/battery is overheated, the tool stops
automatically. In this situation, let the tool and battery
cool before turning the tool on again.
NOTE: When the tool is overheated, the lamp blinks.
Overdischarge protection
When the battery capacity is not enough, the tool stops
automatically. In this case, remove the battery from the
tool and charge the battery.
Protections against other causes
Protection system is also designed for other causes
that could damage the tool and allows the tool to stop
automatically. Take all the following steps to clear the
causes, when the tool has been brought to a temporary
halt or stop in operation.
1. Turnthetoolo󰀨,andthenturnitonagainto
restart.
2. Charge the battery(ies) or replace it/them with
recharged battery(ies).
3. Let the tool and battery(ies) cool down.
If no improvement can be found by restoring protection
system, then contact your local Makita Service Center.
Electric brake
This tool is equipped with an electric brake. If the tool
consistently fails to quickly stop after the switch trigger
is released, have the tool serviced at a Makita service
center.
Electronic function
The tools equipped with electronic function are easy to
operate because of the following feature(s).
Constant speed control
Electronic speed control for obtaining constant speed.
Possibletogetnenish,becausetherotatingspeedis
kept constant even under load condition.
Switch action
WARNING: Before installing the battery car-
tridge into the tool, always check to see that the
switch trigger actuates properly and returns to
the "OFF" position when released.
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.
WARNING: NEVER use the tool if it runs when
you simply pull the switch trigger without press-
ing the lock-o󰀨 button. A switch in need of repair
may result in unintentional operation and serious
personalinjury.ReturntooltoaMakitaservicecenter
for proper repairs BEFORE further usage.
To prevent the switch trigger from being accidentally
pulled,alock-o󰀨buttonisprovided.Tostartthetool,
depressthelock-o󰀨buttonandpulltheswitchtrigger.
Tool speed is increased by increasing pressure on the
switch trigger. Release the switch trigger to stop.
1
2
Fig.3
►1.Lock-o󰀨button2. Switch trigger
Speed adjusting dial
1
Fig.4
►1.Speedadjustingdial
Thetoolspeedcanbesteplesslyadjustedbetween0.8
m/sand3.2m/sbyturningtheadjustingdial.Higher
speed is obtained when the dial is turned in the direc-
tion of number 6; lower speed is obtained when it is
turned in the direction of number 1.
Select the proper speed for the workpiece to be cut.
NOTICE: The speed adjusting dial can be turned
only as far as 6 and back to 1. Do not force it past
6 or 1, or the speed adjusting function may no
longer work.
NOTICE: Plastic materials may melt when cut-
ting at high speeds.

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Lighting up the front lamp
CAUTION: Do not look in the light or see the
source of light directly.
Pull the switch trigger to light up the lamp. The lamp
keeps on lighting while the switch trigger is being pulled.
The lamp goes out approximately 10 seconds after
releasing the switch trigger.
1
Fig.5
►1. Lamp
NOTE: Do not apply impact to the lamp, which may
cause damage or shorted service time to it.
NOTE:Useadryclothtowipethedirto󰀨thelensof
the lamp. Be careful not to scratch the lens of lamp, or
it may lower the illumination.
NOTE: When the tool is overheated, the lamp blinks
foroneminute,andthengoeso󰀨.Inthiscase,cool
down the tool before operating again.
Hook
CAUTION: Never hang the tool at high or
potentially unstable location.
CAUTION: Use the hanging/mounting parts
for their intended purposes only. Using for unin-
tended purpose may cause accident or personal
injury.
The hook is convenient for hanging the tool temporarily.
To use the hook, simply lift up hook until it snaps into
the open position.
When not in use, always lower hook until it snaps into
the closed position.
Open position
1
Fig.6
►1. Hook
Closed position
1
Fig.7
►1. Hook
ASSEMBLY
CAUTION: Always be sure that the tool is
switched o󰀨 and the battery cartridge is removed
before carrying out any work on the tool.
Installing or removing the band saw blade
CAUTION: Oil on the band saw blade can
cause the blade to slip or come o󰀨 unexpectedly.
Wipe o󰀨 all excess oil with a cloth before install-
ing the band saw blade.
CAUTION: Always wear protective gloves
when handling the band saw blade.
CAUTION: Use caution when handling the
band saw blade to avoid cut by the sharp edge of
the blade teeth.
CAUTION: Keep your body away from
the band saw blade when checking the blade
movement.
CAUTION: When turning the blade tightening
lever clockwise to release the tension on the band
saw blade, point the tool downward because the
band saw blade may come o󰀨 unexpectedly.

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To install the band saw blade:
1. Turn the blade tightening lever clockwise until it
stops.
1
2
3
Fig.8
►1. Tighten 2. Loosen 3. Blade tightening lever
2. Open the wheel cover.
1
2
Fig.9
►1. Wheel cover 2. Hook
NOTICE: When opening the wheel cover, open
and release both hooks simultaneously. Opening
only one hook may cause crack on the wheel
cover.
3. Match the direction of the arrows on the band saw
blade and the wheels.
4. Insert the non-serrated side of the band saw blade
into the upper holder and lower holder. Make sure the
band saw blade in both upper and lower holder touches
to the bottom bearings.
1
3
2
Fig.10
►1. Lower holder 2. Upper holder 3. Bottom bearing
5. With pressing the middle part of the band saw
blade, position the blade around one wheel. Moving the
wheel to A side makes it easier to do so.
2
1
A
Fig.11
►1. Wheel 2. Rubber tire
6. Position the band saw blade on the other wheel
similarly.
7. Position the edge of the band saw blade on rubber
tire.
8. Hold the band saw blade in place and turn the
blade tightening lever counterclockwise until it stops.
This places proper tension on the band saw blade.
9. Close the wheel cover.
NOTICE: Make sure that the band saw blade is
correctly positioned around the wheels.
NOTICE: Start and stop the tool two or three
times to make sure that the band saw blade runs
properly on the wheels.
To remove the band saw blade, follow the installation
procedure in reverse.

10 ENGLISH
Adjusting blade track
When the band saw blade tends to slip out from the
wheel,adjustthebladetrack.
Toadjust,insertthehexwrenchintotheadjustment
hole as illustrated and make a quarter turn clockwise.
After that, check if the band saw blade does not slip out.
If it still slips out, make another quarter turn and check
until the band saw blade does not slip out.
1 2
Fig.12
►1. Hex wrench 2.Adjustmenthole
Adjusting the stopper plate position
In the ordinary operation, protrude the stopper plate to
the A side fully.
When the stopper plate hits against the obstacles such
asawallorthelikeatthenishingofacut,loosentwo
boltsandslideittotheBsideinthegure.
After sliding the stopper plate, secure it by tightening
twoboltsrmly.
3
1
2
A
B
Fig.13
►1. Stopper plate 2. Bolts 3. Band saw blade
OPERATION
CAUTION: Always insert the battery cartridge
all the way until it locks in place. If you can see the
red indicator on the upper side of the button, it is not
locked completely. Insert it 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: Always hold the handle. Never
hold the tool body or guards. Hands may slip from
these locations and contact with the band saw blade.
Itmayresultinpersonalinjury.
CAUTION: Make sure that the wheel cover is
closed securely.
CAUTION: Make sure to hold the tool rmly
with both hands when turning on or o󰀨 the tool or
when cutting. Otherwise the tool may fall and cause
personalinjury.
CAUTION: Always wear gloves to protect
your hands from hot ying chips when cutting
metal.
CAUTION: Keep your body and face away
from the band saw blade and ying chips.
For stable cut, always keep at least two teeth in the cut.
Fig.14

11 ENGLISH
Apply the band saw blade to the suitable cutting posi-
tion on the workpiece as illustrated.
Fig.15
1. Hold the tool with both hands as illustrated.
Before turning on the tool, always make sure that the
stopper plate contacts the workpiece and the band saw
blade is clear of the workpiece.
Fig.16
2. Turn the tool on. Gently lower the blade into the
cut. The weight of the tool or slightly pressing the tool
will supply adequate pressure for the cutting. Do not
force the tool.
Fig.17
3. As you reach the end of a cut, release pressure
and lift the tool slightly so that the tool will not fall
against the workpiece.
NOTICE: Applying excessive pressure to the
tool or twisting of the band saw blade may cause
bevel cutting or damage to the blade.
NOTICE: When not using the tool for a long
period of time, remove the band saw blade from
the tool.
NOTICE: If the tool is operated continuously
until the battery cartridge has discharged, allow
the tool to rest for 15 minutes before proceeding
with a fresh battery.
Cutting lubricant
Optional accessory
CAUTION: Never use cutting oil or apply
excessive amount of wax to the band saw blade. It
maycausethebladetosliporcomeo󰀨unexpectedly.
CAUTION: When cutting cast iron, do not use
any cutting wax.
When cutting metals, use Makita cutting wax as a cut-
ting lubricant. To apply the cutting wax to the teeth of
the band saw blade, remove a cap of the cutting wax,
start the tool and cut into the cutting wax as illustrated.
1
Fig.18
►1. Cutting wax
MAINTENANCE
CAUTION: Always be sure that the tool is
switched o󰀨 and the battery cartridge is removed
before attempting to perform inspection or
maintenance.
NOTICE: Never use gasoline, benzine, thinner,
alcohol or the like. Discoloration, deformation or
cracks may result.
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.

Cleaning
CAUTION: Wax and chips on the rubber tires
on the wheel may cause the band saw blade to
slip and come o󰀨 unexpectedly. Use a dry cloth to
remove wax and chips from the rubber tires.
After use, remove wax, chips and dust from the tool,
rubber tires on the wheel and the band saw blade.
Replacing rubber tires on the
wheels
Replace the rubber tires when the band saw blade slips
or does not track properly because of badly worn tires.
To replace the rubber tire, ask for the Makita Authorized
or Factory Service Centers.
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
CAUTION: These accessories or attachments
are recommended for use with your Makita tool
specied in this manual. The use of any other
accessories or attachments might present a risk of
injurytopersons.Onlyuseaccessoryorattachment
for its stated purpose.
If you need any assistance for more details regard-
ing these accessories, ask your local Makita Service
Center.
• Band saw blades
• Cutting wax
• Makita genuine battery and charger
NOTE: Some items in the list may be included in the
tool package as standard accessories. They may
di󰀨erfromcountrytocountry.
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