Makita 5007FA Owners Manual - Page 6

17. Never attempt to saw with the circular saw held upside down in a vise. This is extremely dangerous and can lead to serious accidents. FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION CAUTION: • Always be sure that the tool is switched off and unplugged before adjusting or checking function on the tool. Adjusting depth of cut 001340 1. Depth guide 1 2. Lever Fig. 7 18. 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. 19. Some material contains chemicals which may be toxic. Take caution to prevent dust inhalation and skin contact. Follow material supplier safety data. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: MISUSE or failure to follow the safety rules stated in this instruction manual may cause serious personal injury. SYMBOLS USD292-2 The followings show the symbols used for tool. V volts A amperes Hz hertz alternating current alternating or direct current n no load speed Class II Construction .../min revolutions or reciprocation per minute 2 CAUTION: • After adjusting the depth of cut, always tighten the lever securely. Loosen the lever on the depth guide and move the base up or down. At the desired depth of cut, secure the base by tightening the lever. For cleaner, safer cuts, set cut depth so that no more than one blade tooth projects below workpiece. Using proper cut depth helps to reduce potential for dangerous KICKBACKS which can cause personal injury. Bevel cutting 001357 1. Bevel scale plate 2. Clamping screw 1 2 Loosen the clamping screw on the bevel scale plate on the front of the base. Set for the desired angle (0° - 45°) by tilting accordingly, then tighten the clamping screw securely. Sighting B 001374 A 1. Base 1 6