Makita BSS611Z Owners Manual - Page 8

For Model BSS611 Loosen the lever on the bevel scale plate on the front base. Set for the desired angle (0° - 50°) by tilting accordingly, then tighten the lever securely. Sighting 1. Base 2. Cutting line 1 B 006704 2A 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 1. Switch trigger 1 2 2. Lock-off lever 006705 CAUTION: • Before inserting the battery cartridge into the tool, always check to see that the switch trigger actuates properly and returns to the "OFF" position when released. • Do not pull the switch trigger hard without pressing the lock-off lever. This can cause switch breakage. To prevent the switch trigger from being accidentally pulled, a lock-off lever is provided. To start the tool, press the lock-off lever and pull the switch trigger. Release the switch trigger to stop. WARNING: • For your safety, this tool is equipped with lock-off lever which prevents the tool from unintended starting. NEVER use the tool if it runs when you simply pull the switch trigger without pressing the lock-off lever. Return tool a MAKITA service center for proper repairs BAFORE further usage. • NEVER tape down or defeat purpose and function of lock-off lever. Electric brake For Model BSS610 only 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. Lighting the lamp For Model BSS610 only CAUTION: • Do not look in the light or see the source of light directly. Only to turn on the light, pull the switch trigger without pressing the lock-off lever.To turn on the light and run the tool, press the lock-off lever and pull the switch trigger with the lock-off lever being pressed. NOTE: • Use a dry cloth to wipe the dirt off the lens of lamp. Be careful not to scratch the lens of lamp, or it may lower the illumination. • Do not use gasoline, thinner or the like to clean the lens of lamp. Using such substances will damage the lens. ASSEMBLY CAUTION: • Always be sure that the tool is switched off and the battery cartridge is removed before carrying out any work on the tool. Removing or installing saw blade 1. Shaft lock 2. Hex wrench 1 2 006706 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. 8