Makita DLS713 Instruction Manual page 13

WARNING:
Before installing the battery cartridge on the
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tool, always check to see that the switch trigger
actuates properly and returns to the "OFF"
position when released. Do not pull the switch
trigger hard without pressing in the lock-off
button. This can cause switch breakage.
Operating a tool with a switch that does not actuate
properly can lead to loss of control and serious
personal injury.
A hole is provided in the switch trigger for insertion of a
padlock to lock the tool off.
WARNING:
Do not use a lock with a shank or cable any
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smaller than 6.35 mm (1/4") in diameter. A
smaller shank or cable may not properly lock the
tool in the off position and unintentional operation
may occur resulting in serious personal injury.
NEVER use tool without a fully operative
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switch trigger. Any tool with an inoperative switch
is HIGHLY DANGEROUS and must be repaired
before further usage or serious personal injury may
occur.
For your safety, this tool is equipped with a lock-off
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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 serious
personal injury. Return tool to a Makita service
center for proper repairs BEFORE further usage.
NEVER defeat the lock-off button by taping down
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or some other means. A switch with a defeated
lock-off button may result in unintentional operation
and serious personal injury.
ASSEMBLY
WARNING:
Always be sure that the tool is switched off and
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the battery cartridge is
working on the tool. Failure to switch off and
remove the battery cartridge may result in serious
personal injury.
Hex wrench storage
Fig.21
The hex wrench is stored as shown in the figure. 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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Installing or removing saw blade
Fig.22
WARNING:
Always be sure that the tool is switched off and
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the battery cartridge is
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
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or remove the blade. Failure to do so may result in
overtightening or insufficient tightening of the hex
socket bolt. This could cause an injury.
Lock the handle in the raised position by pushing in the
stopper pin.
Fig.23
To remove the blade, use the hex wrench to loosen the
hex socket bolt holding the center cover by turning it
counterclockwise. Raise the blade guard and center
cover.
Fig.24
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, outer flange and blade.
NOTE:
If the inner flange is removed be sure to install it on
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the spindle with its protrusion facing away from the
blade. If the flange is installed incorrectly the
flange will rub against the machine.
Fig.25
Fig.26
To install the blade, mount it carefully onto the spindle,
making sure that the direction of the arrow on the
surface of the blade matches the direction of the arrow
on the blade case. Install the outer flange and hex
socket bolt, and then use the hex wrench to tighten the
hex socket bolt (left-handed) securely counterclockwise
while pressing the shaft lock.
Return the blade guard and center cover to its original
position. Then tighten the hex socket bolt clockwise to
secure the center cover. Release the handle from the
raised position by pulling the stopper pin. Lower the
handle to make sure that the blade guard moves
properly. Make sure the shaft lock has released spindle
before making cut.
Dust bag (accessory)
Fig.27
To attach the fastener, align the top end of the fastener
with the triangular mark on the dust bag.
The use of the dust bag makes cutting operations
cleaner and dust collection easier. To attach the dust
bag, fit it onto the dust nozzle.
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