Makita M2300 Instruction Manual page 9

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Fig.18
► 1 . Hex bolt 2. Wrench
To install the blade, mount it carefully onto the spindle,
making sure that the direction of the arrow on the sur-
face of the blade matches the direction of the arrow on
the blade case.
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Fig.19
► 1 . Blade case 2. Arrow 3. Arrow 4. Saw blade
Install the outer flange and hex bolt, and then use the
wrench to tighten the hex bolt (left-handed) securely
counterclockwise while pressing the shaft lock.
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Fig.20
► 1 . Spindle 2. Flange 3. Saw blade 4. Flange 5. Hex
bolt 6. Ring
CAUTION:
The ring 25.4 mm or 30 mm in
outer diameter is factory-installed onto the spin-
dle. Before mounting the blade onto the spindle,
always be sure that the correct ring for the arbor
hole of the blade you intend to use is installed
onto the spindle.
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Return the blade guard and center cover to its original position.
Then tighten the hex bolt clockwise to secure the center cover.
Lower the handle to make sure that the blade guard moves prop-
erly. Make sure shaft lock has released spindle before making cut.
Sub-fence
For European countries only
CAUTION:
When performing left bevel cuts,
flip the sub-fence outward. Otherwise, it may con-
tact the blade or a part of the tool, and may result in
serious injury to the operator.
Fig.21
► 1 . Sub-fence
This tool is equipped with the sub-fence. Usually position the sub-
fence inside. However, when performing left bevel cuts, flip it outward.
Dust bag
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Fig.22
► 1 . Dust bag
Fig.23
► 1 . Fastener
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