Makita DPB182 Instruction Manual page 11

Cutting lubricant
CAUTION:
Never use cutting oil or apply
excessive amount of wax to the band saw blade. It
may cause the blade to slip or come off unexpectedly.
CAUTION:
When cutting cast iron, do not use
any cutting wax.
When cutting metals, use Makita cutting wax as a cut-
ting lubricant. To apply the cutting wax to the teeth of
the band saw blade, remove a cap of the cutting wax,
start the tool and cut into the cutting wax as illustrated.
► Fig.15: 1. Cutting wax
MAINTENANCE
CAUTION:
Always be sure that the tool is
switched off and the battery cartridge is removed
before attempting to perform inspection or
maintenance.
NOTICE:
Never use gasoline, benzine, thinner,
alcohol or the like. Discoloration, deformation or
cracks may result.
To maintain product SAFETY and RELIABILITY,
repairs, any other maintenance or adjustment should
be performed by Makita Authorized or Factory Service
Centers, always using Makita replacement parts.
Cleaning
CAUTION:
Wax and chips on the rubber tires
on the wheel may cause the band saw blade to
slip and come off unexpectedly. Use a dry cloth to
remove wax and chips from the rubber tires.
After use, remove wax, chips and dust from the tool,
rubber tires on the wheel and the band saw blade.
Replacing rubber tires on the
wheels
Replace the rubber tires when the band saw blade slips
or does not track properly because of badly worn tires.
To replace the rubber tire, ask for the Makita Authorized
or Factory Service Centers.
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.
• Makita genuine battery and charger
• Band saw blades
• Hex wrench 4
• Cutting wax
• Hook
• Wheel cover
NOTICE:
When opening the wheel cover, open
and release both the hooks simultaneously.
Opening only one hook may cause crack on the
wheel cover.
► Fig.16: 1. Wheel cover 2. Hook
NOTE: Some items in the list may be included in the
tool package as standard accessories. They may
differ from country to country.
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