Operation - Makita BLS713 Instruction Manual

topmost position, then fasten securely. If the vise knob is
forced in or pulled out while being turned clockwise, the
projection may stop at an angle. In this case, turn the vise
knob back counterclockwise until the screw is released,
before turning again gently clockwise.
The maximum width of the workpiece which can be
secured by the horizontal vise is 120 mm.
WARNING:
Grip the workpiece only when the projection is
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at the topmost position. Failure to do so may
result in insufficient securing of the workpiece. This
could cause the workpiece to be thrown, cause
damage to the blade or cause the loss of control,
which can result in PERSONAL INJURY.
Holders and holder assembly (optional
accessories)
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The holders and the holder assembly can be installed on
either side as a convenient means of supporting
workpieces horizontally. Install them as shown in the
figure. Then tighten the screws firmly to secure the
holders and the holder assembly.
When cutting long workpieces, use the holder-rod
assembly (optional accessory). It consists of two holder
assemblies and two rods 12.
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WARNING:
Always support a long workpiece so it is level
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with the top surface of the turn base for an
accurate cut and to prevent dangerous loss of
tool control. Proper workpiece support will help
avoid blade pinch and possible kickback which may
result in serious personal injury.
1. Holder
2. Holder
assembly
1. Holder
assembly
2. Rod 12
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OPERATION

NOTICE:
Before use, be sure to release the handle from the
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lowered position by pulling the stopper pin.
Do not apply excessive pressure on the handle
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when cutting. Too much force may result in
overload of the motor and/or decreased cutting
efficiency. Push down handle with only as much
force as is necessary for smooth cutting and
without significant decrease in blade speed.
Gently press down the handle to perform the cut. If
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the handle is pressed down with force or if lateral
force is applied, the blade will vibrate and leave a
mark (saw mark) in the workpiece and the precision
of the cut will be impaired.
During a slide cut, gently push the carriage toward
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the guide fence without stopping. If the carriage
movement is stopped during the cut, a mark will be
left in the workpiece and the precision of the cut will
be impaired.
WARNING:
Make sure the blade is not contacting the
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workpiece, etc. before the switch is turned on.
Turning the tool on with the blade in contact with the
workpiece may result in kickback and serious
personal injury.
1. Press cutting (cutting small workpieces)
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Workpieces up to 52 mm high and 97 mm wide can
be cut in the following manner.
Push the carriage toward the guide fence fully and
tighten two clamp screws which secure the slide
poles clockwise to secure the carriage. Secure the
workpiece with the proper type of vise. Switch on
the tool without the blade making any contact and
wait until the blade attains full speed before
lowering. Then gently lower the handle to the fully
lowered position to cut the workpiece. When the cut
is completed, switch off the tool and WAIT UNTIL
THE BLADE HAS COME TO A COMPLETE STOP
before returning the blade to its fully elevated
position.
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1. Clamp screw