Operation - Makita SP001G Instruction Manual

ASSEMBLY
CAUTION:
Always be sure that the tool is
switched off and the battery cartridge is removed
before carrying out any work on the tool.
Hex wrench storage
When not in use, store the hex wrench as shown in the
figure to keep it from being lost.
► Fig.19: 1. Hex wrench
Removing or installing circular saw
blade
CAUTION:
Be sure the circular saw blade is
installed with teeth pointing up at the front of the
tool.
CAUTION:
Use only the Makita wrench to
install or remove the circular saw blade.
To remove the circular saw blade:
1. Depress the lock-off button and lower the handle
a little. Turn the locking lever and lower the handle until
the lock pin fits in the hole.
► Fig.20: 1. Lock-off button 2. Locking lever 3. Lock
pin 4. Hole for lock pin
2. Press the shaft lock fully so that the blade cannot
revolve and use the hex wrench to loosen the hex bolt.
► Fig.21: 1. Shaft lock 2. Hex wrench 3. Tighten
4. Loosen
3.
Remove the hex bolt, outer flange, and circular
saw blade.
► Fig.22: 1. Hex bolt 2. Outer flange 3. Inner flange
4. Circular saw blade
WARNING:
If the inner flange is removed, be
sure to install it on the spindle. When installing,
choose a correct side on which protrusion fits
into the saw blade hole perfectly. Mounting the
blade on the wrong side can result in the dangerous
vibration.
To install the circular saw blade, follow the removal
procedure in reverse. Depress the lock-off button to
release the lock pin from the hole.
WARNING:
BE SURE TO TIGHTEN THE HEX
BOLT SECURELY. Also be careful not to tighten
the bolt forcibly. Slipping your hand from the hex
wrench can cause a personal injury.
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
Optional accessory
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 nozzle using
the front cuff 24.
► Fig.23: 1. Hose of the vacuum cleaner 2. Front cuff
24 3. Dust nozzle
Adjusting angle of dust nozzle
The angle of the dust nozzle can be adjusted by rotating
the dust nozzle.
When operating the tool without connecting a vacuum
cleaner, bring the dust nozzle downward to prevent the
operator from being exposed to sawdust.
When operating the tool with connecting a vacuum
cleaner, bring the dust nozzle upward to keep the hose
of the vacuum cleaner from getting caught in the work-
piece or the guide rail.
► Fig.24: 1. Dust nozzle

OPERATION

This tool is intended to cut wood products. With appro-
priate Makita genuine circular saw blades, following
materials can also be sawed:
• Aluminum products
• Plastic
• Mineral contained plastic
Refer to our website or contact your local Makita dealer
for the correct circular saw blades to be used for the
material to be cut.
CAUTION:
When cutting plastic materials,
avoid melting it by overheating of the blade tip.
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 approach any part of your
body under the tool base when section cutting,
especially at starting. Doing so may cause seri-
ous personal injuries. The blade is exposed under
the tool base.
CAUTION:
Wear dust mask when performing
cutting operation.
NOTE: When the battery cartridge temperature is
low, the tool may not work to its full capacity. At this
time, for example, use the tool for a light-duty cut for
a while until the battery cartridge warms up as high
as room temperature. Then, the tool can work to its
full capacity.
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