Overload Protector; Operation - Makita SP6000 Instruction Manual

CAUTION:
• The speed adjusting dial can be turned only as far
as 6 and back to 1. Do not force it past 6 or 1, or
the speed adjusting function may no longer work.
• The speed adjusting dial is not for using low speed
rated saw blades but for obtaining a speed which
is suitable to material of workpiece. Use only saw
blades which are rated for at least the maximum
no load speed stated in the SPECIFICATIONS.
The tools equipped with electronic function are easy to
operate because of the following features.

Overload protector

When the tool is overloaded and current flows above a
certain level, the tool automatically stops to protect motor.
Constant speed control
Electronic speed control for obtaining constant speed.
Possible to get fine finish, because the rotating speed is
kept constant even under load condition.
Soft start feature
Soft start because of suppressed starting shock.
ASSEMBLY
CAUTION:
• Always be sure that the tool is switched off and
unplugged before carrying out any work on the
tool.
Hex wrench storage
► Fig.17: 1. Hex wrench
Hex wrench is stored on the tool. To remove hex
wrench, just pull it out.
To install hex wrench, place it on the grip and insert it as
far as it will go.
Removing or installing saw blade
CAUTION:
• Do not use saw blades which do not comply
with the characteristics specified in these
instructions.
• Use only saw blades which are rated for at
least the maximum no load speed stated in the
SPECIFICATIONS.
• Be sure the blade is installed with teeth pointing
up at the front of the tool.
• Use only the Makita wrench to install or remove
the blade.
To remove the blade, push in the lock-off button to
unlock the upper limit stopper.
► Fig.18: 1. Lock-off button 2. Locking lever
Turn the locking lever to lock the saw head for replacing
a blade.
► Fig.19: 1. Locking lever
With the lock-off button depressed and the locking lever
turned, lower the handle so that the lock pin fits in the
groove formed by the locking lever and the depth guide with
scale plate. Make sure that the lock pin fits in the groove.
Press the shaft lock fully so that the blade cannot revolve
and use the wrench to loosen the hex bolt counterclock-
wise. Then remove the hex bolt, outer flange and blade.
► Fig.20: 1. Hex wrench 2. Shaft lock
To install the blade, follow the removal procedure in
reverse. BE SURE TO TIGHTEN THE HEX BOLT
CLOCKWISE SECURELY.
► Fig.21: 1. Hex bolt 2. Outer flange 3. Saw blade
4. Inner flange
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
► Fig.22: 1. Vacuum cleaner 2. Dust port
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 port as shown in the figure.

OPERATION

Section cutting (ordinary sawing)
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 kick-
back, possibly causing severe injury.
• Never approach any part of your body under the
tool base when section cutting, especially at start-
ing. Doing so may cause serious personal injuries.
The blade is exposed under the tool base.
Hold the tool firmly. The tool is provided with both a front
grip and rear handle. Use both to best grasp the tool. If
both hands are holding saw, they cannot be cut by the
blade. Set the front of base on the workpiece to be cut
without the blade making any contact. Then push in the
lock-off button and turn the tool on and wait until the
blade attains full speed. Now press down the saw head
slowly to the preset depth of cut and simply move the
tool forward over the workpiece surface, keeping it flat
and advancing smoothly until the sawing is completed.
To get clean cuts, keep your sawing line straight and
your speed of advance uniform. If the cut fails to prop-
erly follow your intended cut line, do not attempt to turn
or force the tool back to the cut line. Doing so may bind
the blade and lead to dangerous kickback and possible
serious injury. Release switch, wait for blade to stop
and then withdraw tool. Realign tool on new cut line,
and start cut again. Attempt to avoid positioning which
exposes operator to chips and dust being ejected from
saw. Use eye protection to help avoid injury.
► Fig.23
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