Makita EM408MP Original Instruction Manual page 10

Installing the cutting tool
CAUTION:
Be sure to use genuine
MAKITA cutting tools.
CAUTION:
Be sure to remove the hex
wrench after installation.
NOTE: When installing the cutting tool, turn the
tool upside down for ease of the procedure.
Installing the metal blade
For EM408MP
CAUTION:
When handling the metal
blade, always wear gloves and put the
blade cover on the blade.
CAUTION:
The outside diameter of the
metal blade must be 230 mm (9"). Never use
any blades larger than 230 mm (9") in out-
side diameter.
CAUTION:
The metal blade must be
well polished, free of cracks or breakage. If
the metal blade hits against a stone during
operation, stop the motor and check the
blade immediately.
CAUTION:
Polish or replace the metal
blade every three hours of operation.
CAUTION:
Always use the supplied
wrench(es) to remove or to install the blade.
Applicable blade
Metal blade (2-tooth)
Metal blade (3-tooth)
Metal blade (4-tooth)
Metal blade (8-tooth)
1.
Make sure that the receive washer is
attached to the shaft.
2.
Insert the hex wrench through the hole in
the gear case to lock the shaft. Rotate the shaft
until the hex wrench is fully inserted.
3.
Mount the metal blade onto the receive washer.
4.
Install the clamp washer and cup, and then
tighten the nut securely.
Tightening torque: 16 - 23 N•m
5. Remove the hex wrench.
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2
3
4
5
► 1. Nut 2. Cup 3. Clamp washer 4. Metal
blade 5. Receive washer 6. Shaft 7. Hex
wrench
1
► 1. Socket wrench 2. Hex wrench 3. Tighten
Make sure that the arrows on the blade and pro-
tector indicate the same way.
1
► 1. Arrow
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