Removing Or Installing The Blade - Makita BLM430 Instruction Manual

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1. Lower handle
2. Groove on the deck
3. Clamping screw
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Expand the lower handle to its both sides and with it
expanded in that position pivot it backward and then fit it
in the groove in the deck.
2. Tighten the clamping screws on both sides to
secure the lower handle.
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2
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2
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3. Raise the upper handle and align the screw holes
in the upper handle with those in the lower handle
and then secure it with the supplied screws and
clamping nuts.
NOTE:
At this time, keep a firm grip on the upper handle
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so that it does not drop off your hand.
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2
1. Upper handle
2. Lower handle
3. Screw holes
4. Screw holes
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1. Clamping nut
2. Lower handle
3. Upper handle
4. Screw holes
5. Screw
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NOTE:
Install the upper handle so that the direction of the
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upper handle and the power supply cord are
positioned as shown in the figure.
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2
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NOTE:
The upper handle has two holes each on both sides.
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Using the different position holes for the screws and
clamping nuts allows the handle height adjustment.

Removing or installing the blade

WARNING:
Always remove the lock key and battery cartridge
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when removing or installing the blade. Failure to
remove the lock key and battery cartridge may
cause a serious injury.
The blade coasts for a few seconds after releasing
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the switch. Make sure that the blade has come to a
complete stop.
Always wear gloves when handling the blade.
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1. Holders
2. Cord
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1. Holders
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2. Cord
1. Screw
2. Clamping nut
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3. Upper handle
4. Lower handle
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