Makita 5477NB Instruction Manual page 7

0-45°
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Sighting
A 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.
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
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unplugged before carrying out any work on the tool.
1. Stopper
0-51.5°
1. Base
1
1. Switch trigger
1
Hex wrench storage
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Hex wrench is stored on the tool. To remove hex wrench,
rotate it toward yourself and pull it out.
To install hex wrench, place it on the grip and turn it until it
comes into contact with the protrusion on the grip.
Removing or installing saw blade
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CAUTION:
Be sure the blade is installed with teeth pointing up
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at the front of the tool.
Use only the Makita hex wrench to install or remove
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the blade.
To remove the blade, press the shaft lock so that the
blade cannot revolve and use the hex wrench to loosen
the hex bolt clockwise. Then remove the hex bolt, outer
flange and blade.
To install the blade, follow the removal procedure in
reverse. BE SURE TO TIGHTEN THE HEX BOLT
COUNTERCLOCKWISE SECURELY.
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2
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When changing blade, make sure to also clean upper
and lower blade guards of accumulated sawdust. Such
efforts do not, however, replace the need to check lower
guard operation before each use.
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1. Grip
1
2. Hex wrench
1. Shaft lock
2. Hex wrench
2
1. Ring 17
2. Inner flange
5
3. Saw blade
4. Outer flange
4
5. Hex bolt