Operation - Makita SP6000 Instruction Manual

Sighting (Fig. 15)
When using the tool without guide rail (accessory)
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.
When using the tool with guide rail (accessory)
For both straight cuts and 45° bevel cuts, always align the
A position on the front of the base with your cutting line.
Switch action (Fig. 16)
CAUTION:
• Before plugging in the tool, always check to see that
the switch trigger actuates properly and returns to the
"OFF" position when released.
To prevent the switch trigger from being accidentally
pulled, a lock-off button is provided. To start the tool, push
in the lock-off button and pull the switch trigger. Release
the switch trigger to stop.
Speed adjusting dial (Fig. 17)
The tool speed can be adjusted by turning the adjusting
dial. Higher speed is obtained when the dial is turned in
the direction of number 6; lower speed is obtained when it
is turned in the direction of number 1.
Refer to the table to select the proper speed for the
workpiece to be cut. However, the appropriate speed may
differ with the type or thickness of the workpiece. In
general, higher speeds will allow you to cut workpieces
faster but the service life of the blade will be reduced.
Number
1
2
3
4
5
6
015770
CAUTION:
• 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.
• The speed adjusting dial is not for using low speed
rated saw blades but for obtaining a speed which is
suitable to material of workpiece. Use only saw blades
which are rated for at least the maximum no load
speed stated in the SPECIFICATIONS.
The tools equipped with electronic function are easy to
operate because of the following features.
Overload protector
When the tool is overloaded and current flows above a
certain level, the tool automatically stops to protect motor.
Constant speed control
Electronic speed control for obtaining constant speed.
Possible to get fine finish, because the rotating speed is
kept constant even under load condition.
Soft start feature
Soft start because of suppressed starting shock.
ASSEMBLY
• Always be sure that the tool is switched off and
Hex wrench storage (Fig. 18)
Hex wrench is stored on the tool. To remove hex wrench,
just pull it out.
To install hex wrench, place it on the grip and insert it as
far as it will go.
Removing or installing saw blade
• Do not use saw blades which do not comply with the
• Use only saw blades which are rated for at least the
• Be sure the blade is installed with teeth pointing up at
• Use only the Makita wrench to install or remove the
To remove the blade, push in the lock-off button to unlock
the upper limit stopper. (Fig. 19)
Turn the locking lever to lock the saw head for replacing a
blade. (Fig. 20)
With the lock-off button depressed and the locking lever
turned, lower the handle so that the lock pin fits in the
-1
min
groove formed by the locking lever and the depth guide
2,200
with scale plate. Make sure that the lock pin fits in the
2,700 groove.
Press the shaft lock fully so that the blade cannot revolve
3,800
and use the wrench to loosen the hex bolt
4,900
counterclockwise. Then remove the hex bolt, outer flange
6,000
and blade. (Fig. 21)
To install the blade, follow the removal procedure in
6,400
reverse. BE SURE TO TIGHTEN THE HEX BOLT
CLOCKWISE SECURELY. (Fig. 22)
Blade guard cleaning
When changing the circular saw blade, make sure to also
clean the blade guard of accumulated sawdust as
discussed in the Maintenance section. Such efforts do not
replace the need to check guard operation before each
use.
Connecting a vacuum cleaner (Fig. 23)
When you wish to perform clean cutting operation,
connect a Makita vacuum cleaner to your tool. Connect a
hose of the vacuum cleaner to the dust port as shown in
the figure.

OPERATION

Section cutting (ordinary sawing)
• Be sure to move the tool forward in a straight line
CAUTION:
unplugged before carrying out any work on the tool.
CAUTION:
characteristics specified in these instructions.
maximum no load speed stated in the
SPECIFICATIONS.
the front of the tool.
blade.
CAUTION:
gently. Forcing or twisting the tool will result in
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