Makita 5402NA Instruction Manual page 10

B
1. Lock-off button
2. Swich trigger
ASSEMBLY
2
1. Shaft lock
2. Hex wrench
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Sighting
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For straight cuts, align the A position on the front of the base
A
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 that the
2
switch trigger actuates properly and returns to the "OFF"
position when released.
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.
Electric brake
This tool is equipped with an electric blade brake. If the tool
consistently fails to quickly stop blade after switch trigger
release, have tool serviced at a Makita service center.
The blade brake system is not a substitute for lower guard.
NEVER USE TOOL WITHOUT A FUNCTIONING LOWER
GUARD. SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY CAN RESULT.
CAUTION:
• Always be sure that the tool is switched off and
unplugged before carrying out any work on the tool.
Removing or installing saw blade
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CAUTION:
• 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.
Release the lock lever of blade steady device.