Functional Description - Makita 5104 Instruction Manual

12. Lower guard should be retracted manually only
for special cuts such as "plunge cuts" and
"compound cuts."
retracting handle and as soon as blade enters
the material, the lower guard must be released.
For all other sawing, the lower guard should operate
automatically.
13. Always observe that the lower guard is covering
the blade before placing saw down on bench or
floor. An unprotected, coasting blade will cause the
saw to walk backwards, cutting whatever is in its
path. Be aware of the time it takes for the blade to
stop after switch is released. Before setting the tool
down after completing a cut, be sure that the lower
guard has closed and the blade has come to a
complete stop.
14. Use extra caution when cutting damp wood,
pressure treated lumber, or wood containing
knots. Adjust speed of cut to maintain smooth
advancement of tool without decrease in blade
speed.
15. Avoid Cutting Nails. Inspect for and remove all
nails from lumber before cutting.
16. Place the wider portion of the saw base on that
part of the workpiece which is solidly supported,
not on the section that will fall off when the cut is
made. As examples, Fig. E illustrates the RIGHT
way to cut off the end of a board, and Fig. F the
WRONG way. If the workpiece is short or small,
clamp it down. DO NOT TRY TO HOLD SHORT
PIECES BY HAND! (Fig. E & F)
17. Never attempt to saw with the circular saw held
upside down in a vise. This is extremely
dangerous and can lead to serious accidents.
(Fig. G)
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Raise lower guard
Fig. E
Fig. F
by
18. Some material contains chemicals which may be
toxic. Take caution to prevent dust inhalation
and skin contact. Follow material supplier safety
data.
19. Do not stop the blades by lateral pressure on the
saw blade.
20. Always use blades recommended in this manual.
Do not use any abrasive wheels.
21. Wear a dust mask and hearing protection when
use the tool.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
WARNING:
MISUSE or failure to follow the safety rules stated in
this instruction manual may cause serious personal
injury.

FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION

CAUTION:
• Always be sure that the tool is switched off and
unplugged before adjusting or checking function on the
tool.
Adjusting depth of cut (Fig. 1)
CAUTION:
• After adjusting the depth of cut, always tighten the lever
securely.
Loosen the lever on the depth guide and move the base
up or down. At the desired depth of cut, secure the base
by tightening the lever.
For cleaner, safer cuts, set cut depth so that no more
than one blade tooth projects below workpiece. Using
proper cut depth helps to reduce potential for dangerous
KICKBACKS which can cause personal injury.
Bevel cutting (Fig. 2 & 3)
Setting bevel angle
Loosen the clamping nuts in front and back, and tilt the
tool to the desired angle for bevel cuts (0° – 45°). Secure
the clamping nuts tightly in front and back after making
the adjustment.
Sighting (Fig. 4)
For straight cuts, align the A position on the front of the
base with your cutting line. For 45° bevel cuts, align the B
position with it.
Fig. G