Blade Guard - Makita DLS713NZ Instruction Manual

The tool will automatically stop during operation if the tool
and/or battery are placed under one of the following
conditions:
Overloaded:
•
The tool is operated in a manner that causes
it to draw an abnormally high current.
In this situation, release the trigger switch on
the tool and stop the application that caused
the tool to become overloaded. Then pull the
trigger switch again to restart.
If the tool does not start, the battery is
overheated. In this situation, let the battery
cool before pulling the trigger switch again.
Low battery voltage:
•
The remaining battery capacity is too low and
the tool will not operate. In this situation,
remove and recharge the battery.

Blade guard

For all countries other than European countries
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When lowering the handle, the blade guard rises
automatically. The guard is spring loaded so it returns to
its original position when the cut is completed and the
handle is raised.
WARNING:
Never defeat or remove the blade guard or the
•
spring which attaches to the guard. An exposed
blade as a result of defeated guarding may result in
serious personal injury during operation.
In the interest of your personal safety, always maintain
the blade guard in good condition. Any irregular
operation of the blade guard should be corrected
immediately. Check to assure spring loaded return action
of guard.
WARNING:
Never use the tool if the blade guard or spring
•
are damaged, faulty or removed. Operation of
the tool with a damaged, faulty or removed guard
may result in serious personal injury.
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For European countries
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When lowering the handle, the blade guard A rises
automatically. The blade guard B rises as it contacts a
workpiece. The guards are spring loaded so it returns to
its original position when the cut is completed and the
handle is raised.
WARNING:
Never defeat or remove the blade guard or the
•
spring which attaches to the guard. An exposed
blade as a result of defeated guarding may result in
serious personal injury during operation.
In the interest of your personal safety, always maintain
each blade guard in good condition. Any irregular
operation of the blade guards should be corrected
immediately. Check to assure spring loaded return action
of guards.
WARNING:
Never use the tool if the blade guard or spring
•
are damaged, faulty or removed. Operation of
the tool with a damaged, faulty or removed guard
may result in serious personal injury.
If the see-through blade guard becomes dirty, or sawdust
adheres to it in such a way that the blade and/or workpiece is
no longer easily visible, remove the battery cartridge and clean
the guard carefully with a damp cloth. Do not use solvents or
any petroleum-based cleaners on the plastic guard because
this may cause damage to the guard.
If the blade guard becomes dirty and needs to be cleaned for
proper operation follow the steps below:
With the tool switched off and the battery cartridge removed,
use the supplied hex wrench to loosen the hex socket bolt
holding the center cover. Loosen the hex socket bolt by turning
it counterclockwise and raise the blade guard and center cover.
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1. Blade guard A
2. Blade guard B
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1. Blade guard
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