Functional Description; Switch Action; Bevel Cutting - Makita N5900B Instruction Manual

when use the tool.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
WARNING:
MISUSE or failure to follow the safety rules stated in
this instruction manual may cause serious personal
injury.

FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION

CAUTION:
Always be sure that the tool is switched off and
•
unplugged before adjusting or checking function on
the tool.
Adjusting depth of cut
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CAUTION:
Use a shallow depth of cut when cutting thin
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workpiece for cleaner, safer cutting.
After adjusting the depth of cut, always tighten the
•
lever securely.
Loosen the lever on the depth guide and move the base
up or down. At the desired depth of cut, secure the base
by tightening the lever.

Bevel cutting

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Loosen the clamping screws in front and back, and tilt
the tool to the desired angle for bevel cuts (0° - 50°).
Secure the clamping screws tightly in front and back
after making the adjustment.
1. Lever
1. Wing nut
2. Bevel scale
plate
2
Sighting
B
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For straight cuts, align the A position on the front of the
base with your cutting line. For 45° bevel cuts, align the
B position with it.

Switch action

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CAUTION:
Before plugging in the tool, always check to see
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that the switch trigger actuates properly and
returns to the "OFF" position when released.
For tool with lock button
To start the tool, simply pull the switch trigger. Release
the switch trigger to stop.
For continuous operation, pull the switch trigger and
then push in the lock button.
To stop the tool from the locked position, pull the switch
trigger fully, then release it.
For tool with lock-off button
To prevent the switch trigger from being accidentally
pulled, a lock-off button is provided. To start the tool,
push in the lock-off button and pull the switch trigger.
Release the switch trigger to stop.
For tool without lock button and lock-off button
To start the tool, simply pull the switch trigger. Release
the switch trigger to stop.
ASSEMBLY
CAUTION:
Always be sure that the tool is switched off and
•
unplugged before carrying out any work on the
tool.
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1. Base plate
2. Cutting line
A
2
1. Lock button /
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Lock-off button
2. Switch trigger
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