Makita 4131 Owners Manual - Page 7

Fig. 5 illustrates the RIGHT way to cut off the end of a board, and Fig. 6 the WRONG way. If the workpiece is short or small, clamp it down. DO NOT TRY TO HOLD SHORT PIECES BY HAND! 14. Never attempt to saw with the tool held upside down in a vise. This is extremely dangerous and can lead to serious accidents. Fig. 5 Fig. 6 Fig. 7 15. WARNING: Blade coasts to stop after switch is released. Contact with coasting blade can cause serious injury. Before setting the tool down after completing a cut, be sure that the lower (telescoping) guard has closed and the blade has come to a complete stop. 16. Wear safety goggles and hearing protection during operation. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: MISUSE or failure to follow the safety rules stated in this instruction manual may cause serious personal injury. 7