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Makita DCS553 Instruction Manual

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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Cordless Metal Cutter
DCS553
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  • Page 1 INSTRUCTION MANUAL Cordless Metal Cutter DCS553 Read before use.

  • Page 2: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS Model: DCS553 Blade diameter 136 mm - 150 mm Max. Cutting depth 57.5 mm (with 150 mm diameter blade) No load speed 4,200 min Rated voltage D.C. 18 V Overall length 267 mm Net weight 2.8 - 3.1 kg •...

  • Page 3: General Power Tool Safety Warnings

    Use personal protective equipment. Always SAFETY WARNINGS wear eye protection. Protective equipment such as a dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat or hearing protection used for appropriate conditions General power tool safety warnings will reduce personal injuries. Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the WARNING: switch is in the off-position before connecting Read all safety warnings, instruc- to power source and/or battery pack, picking tions, illustrations and specifications provided with this up or carrying the tool. Carrying power tools with...
  • Page 4 Disconnect the plug from the power source Service and/or remove the battery pack, if detachable, Have your power tool serviced by a qualified from the power tool before making any adjust- repair person using only identical replacement ments, changing accessories, or storing power parts. This will ensure that the safety of the power tools. Such preventive safety measures reduce tool is maintained.
  • Page 5 Maintain a firm grip with both hands on the saw Always observe that the lower guard is cover- and position your arms to resist kickback forces. ing the blade before placing the saw down on Position your body to either side of the blade, but bench or floor.

  • Page 6: Functional Description

    To remove the battery cartridge, slide it from the tool SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. while sliding the button on the front of the cartridge. CAUTION: To install the battery cartridge, align the tongue on the Only use genuine Makita batteries. battery cartridge with the groove in the housing and slip Use of non-genuine Makita batteries, or batteries that it into place. Insert it all the way until it locks in place have been altered, may result in the battery bursting with a little click. If you can see the red indicator on the causing fires, personal injury and damage. It will upper side of the button, it is not locked completely. also void the Makita warranty for the Makita tool and charger. CAUTION: Always install the battery cartridge fully until the red indicator cannot be seen.

  • Page 7: Overload Protection

    Overload protection Battery indicator status Remaining battery When the tool/battery is operated in a manner that capacity causes it to draw an abnormally high current, the tool Blinking automatically stops. In this situation, turn the tool off 50% to 100% and stop the application that caused the tool to become overloaded. Then turn the tool on to restart. Overheat protection 20% to 50% When the tool/battery is overheated, the tool stops automatically, and the battery indicator blink about 60 seconds.

  • Page 8: Adjusting Depth Of Cut

    A switch in need of repair ► 1 . Mode indicator may result in unintentional operation and serious personal injury. Return tool to a Makita service center The mode indicator lights up in green when the tool is for proper repairs BEFORE further usage. running in "high torque mode".
  • Page 9 Sighting Dust box Place the alignment line of the base on your intended CAUTION: Do not touch saw dust and the cutting line on the workpiece. dust box with bare hands immediately after the operation. They may be extremely hot and could burn your skin. CAUTION: Do not cut the material on which thinner, gasoline, grease, or other chemicals are applied.

  • Page 10: Electric Brake

    When not in use, always turn the hook until it snaps into the closed position. Installing or removing the circular saw blade CAUTION: Use only the Makita wrench to install or remove the circular saw blade. CAUTION: When installing the circular saw blade, be sure to tighten the bolt securely. CAUTION:...

  • Page 11: Operation

    OPERATION CAUTION: Always wear eye protection or goggle before operation. CAUTION: Be sure to move the tool forward in a straight line gently. Forcing or twisting the tool will result in overheating the motor and dangerous kickback, possibly causing severe injury. CAUTION: Never twist or force the tool in the cut. This may cause motor overload and/or a dangerous kickback, resulting in serious injury to the operator.
  • Page 12 16. In the event the tool is dropped, it must be tagged and removed from service, and should be inspected by a Makita Factory or Authorized Service Center. ► 1 . Rip fence (Guide rule) 2. Clamping screw The handy rip fence allows you to do extra-accurate straight cuts. Simply slide the rip fence up snugly...

  • Page 13: Optional Accessories

    OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES CAUTION: These accessories or attachments are recommended for use with your Makita tool specified 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. • Carbide-tipped circular saw blades •...
  • Page 16 Makita Europe N.V. Jan-Baptist Vinkstraat 2, 3070 Kortenberg, Belgium Makita Corporation 3-11-8, Sumiyoshi-cho, Anjo, Aichi 446-8502 Japan 885652A222 www.makita.com 20180323...

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